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FEATURES

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Minimally invasive techniques solve a 75-year-old’s potentially fatal problem.

Follow these 5 simple, straightforward tips to feel better and be better in “sweet ’16.”

Hernia: Fixed!

Your fresh start

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Spine surgery alleviates decades of discomfort for Middletown resident.

An intimate dinner party becomes an event to remember when beautiful blooms are part of the decor.

a farewell to pain

Petal power

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Monmouth County.

It’s been a rough ride, but Malbec has regained its reputation for subtlety and balance.

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On Valentine’s Day or any other day, dare to wear the color of passion—red.

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ESCAPES

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Surprise her with a glittering heartfelt gift that will last a lifetime.

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POWER FOOD

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our objective: to keep you healthy i h o P e yo u a n d yo u r Fa m i ly e n j oy e d a wonder ful holiday season, and that as the clock counted down to the new year, you felt good about the past year and excited about what is ahead. as we move further into 2016, i am especially looking for ward to the work we will do to care for our patients, our communities and each other in new and inventive ways. here at monmouth medical center, we are proud to support our system’s vision and the belief that, by integrating with our communities to improve their populations’ quality of life, we can make a positive and lasting impact on the health of new jersey. at barnabas health, we believe that “life is better healthy.” and we want to help you improve your health throughout this year—and beyond. an important way monmouth medical center helps to keep you healthy is by offering hundreds of health education events to our community. in fact, spotlighted in this issue of Monmouth Health & Life is our inaugural weforum, a daylong conference designed to provide an opportunity for conversation, interaction and education with the goal of promoting health for all by targeting women. the event, which will be held on april 20th from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the ocean Place resort & spa in long branch, will feature a host of workshops led by experts from medical and health-related disciplines. make sure to visit barnabashealth.org/monmouth-medical-center/events to learn about all of the events, groups, classes and programs we offer each month aimed at helping you develop strategies for improving your health. looking ahead to the rest of 2016, monmouth medical center wishes you good health and happiness. sincerely,

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“A NEW WAY TO EXPERIENCE CHOCOLATE”

of a tradition for Monmouth Health & Life to celebrate a fresh year’s possibilities in our February issue, and it’s not because we’ve misplaced our calendar. We know perfectly well that a month of 2016 has already slipped away— perhaps taking many of your well-intentioned new Year’s resolutions with it. that’s precisely why we think “Your Fresh start” on page 34 is well timed. With the “Auld Lang syne” hoopla over, February is perfect for settling down and deciding what steps toward greater health and well-being you’re actually prepared to take—and giving yourself credit even for tiny ones. our article is built around five tips you can act upon today. it’s a chance to hit “restart” on your 2016—and it offers a few surprises. Did you know, for example, that research shows telling lies can actually harm your health? i’m not fibbing when i say that well-chosen blossoms can make a winter dinner party come beautifully alive—you’ll see the proof on page 40. While we’re talking about food and drink, meet matcha on page 46 and malbec on page 48, and learn about seven great places in monmouth to have breakfast on page 16. in this issue you’ll also find a collection of glittering heartfelt gifts (page 20), decorative accessories with a focus on feathers (page 22) and four fantastic weekend getaways (page 54).

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Date night, 2.0

Dinner and a movie? Cocktails and dancing? A moonlight walk on the beach? Do the same options pop into your head when planning a night out with your significant other? Read on.

Kick back at a coffeehouse. There are plenty of chains that will pour a cup of java, but independent coffeehouses tend to offer more ambiance. Café Volan in Asbury Park serves up a large selection of drinks and eats in a lounge-type atmosphere, as does Manasquan’s Green Planet Coffee Company, where the coffee and espresso are organic and Fair Trade certified. Another option: The Inkwell Coffee House in Long Branch, which has late-night hours for all you nighthawks.

Manhattan isn’t the only place where the curtain rises.

The February slate at Red Bank’s Count Basie Theatre includes headliners such as The Beach Boys and Chicago. In Manasquan, the Algonquin Arts Theatre boasts

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a diverse lineup—jazz singer Maggie Worsdale stops by this month, while a production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and a performance by the Irish band Dervish are set for March.

Need a laugh? The area’s comedy clubs schedule a mix of up-and-coming talent and circuit veterans. Improv Jam, a South Jersey–based improv troupe, performs every Saturday night at Where Music Lives in Asbury Park. With a quick trip to Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club in Point Pleasant Beach, you can see veteran standups Mick Thomas and Raymond the Amish Comic.

For a nontraditional date, visit the Jersey Shore Arena in Wall, Howell Ice World in Farmingdale or the Red Bank Armory for weekend ice skating. Test your physical fitness with indoor rock climbing at the Gravity Vault in Middletown or Garden State Rocks in Morganville. Or challenge your creativity (and enjoy a glass of wine) by painting a masterpiece at Pinot’s Palette, with locations in Manalapan, Red Bank and Wall.

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The Monmouth University men’s basketball team has gone viral, and it’s for more than just its stellar play. The Hawks won 13 of their first 17 games, but media outlets like ESPN, CBS Sports and USA Today are keeping a more watchful eye on them because of what’s happening on the sidelines.

In case you haven’t seen the antics of the “Monmouth Bench Mob” yet, get caught up and search for them on YouTube. These bench players (Greg Noack, Tyler Robinson and cousins Dan and Louie Pillari) make riding the pine cool.

The fun starts with “something big” on the court—a Hawks player drains a crucial three-pointer or throws down a monstrous dunk. That’s when the guys celebrate on the sidelines with choreographed routines such as The Medieval Joust or Double Dutch, where they engage in an imaginary jump-rope session.

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February is chock full of notable days—Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day. But February 2016 is extra special because there are 29 days in the month. Here are some fun facts about leap year and February 29:

quick acts in their dorms or hotel rooms if they’re on the road. None of them sees much playing time, but they keep up their spirits (as well as those of the rest of the team and the fans) by entertaining from the bench.

Just how entertaining is it? The games of charades have landed the Bench Mob appearances on The Today Show, and NBA teams like the L.A. Lakers have started to imitate them. You can even follow them on Twitter (@mon mouthbench).

“We never expected it to get this big when we started doing it,” says Noack.

“We just try to provide energy for the guys on the floor.”

n Leap years are necessary to keep the calendar in sync with the solar year.

While the calendar assumes the Earth revolves around the sun every 365 days, the trip actually takes a bit longer—365 days, 48 minutes and 46 seconds. n In the United States, leap year coincides with presidential election years. n The odds of having a February 29 birthday are 1 in 1,461. n Notable leap year babies: monmouth he alth & Life

rapper and New Jersey resident Ja Rule, Mark Foster of rock band Foster the People, actor Antonio Sabato Jr., hockey player Cam Ward, swimmer and former New Jerseyan Cullen Jones. n There are 286 New Jersey residents registered on leapyearday.com, the official website for The Honor Society of Leap Year Day Babies. n February 29 is National Rare Diseases Day. |

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Breakfast is served Looking for a new spot to enjoy your first meal of the day? Head to Amy’s Omelette House (444 Ocean Blvd. North, Long Branch, 732.222.1206; youramys.com), which was named New Jersey’s No. 3 destination for breakfast, according to a users’ poll on the popular website OnlyInYourState.com. The site recently ranked the top 15 breakfast joints in the Garden State, praising Amy’s 222 omelet varieties.

Hansel ’n Griddle (38 W. Front St., Red Bank, 732.219.7090; hanselngriddle.com), known for its fluffy pancakes and extensive build-an-omelet options, snagged the No. 5 spot. And The Buttered Biscuit Café (700 Main St., Bradley Beach, 732.807.4069; thebutteredbiscuitcafe.com), famous for its hot-offthe-grill crumb cake and grilled banana bread with crushed macadamia nuts, came in at No. 11. Rounding out the list at No. 15 was pork roll sandwich specialist Slater’s Deli (866 Route 36, Leonardo, 732.291.3466; slatersdeli.com).

For those counting, Monmouth Health & Life readers selected Meemom’s (1383 Route 35, Middletown, 732.856.9499; 1825 Route 35, Wall, 732.359.8544; meemoms.com) as the top breakfast joint in the 2015 Best of Monmouth poll. It was followed closely by second-place finisher Hudson Café (25 First Ave., Atlantic Highlands, 732.872.2300; thehudsoncafe .com) and third-place winner Toast (516 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park, 732.776.5900; toastasburypark .com). Enjoy!

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To escape, you and your fellow agents must work together to solve the puzzles and survive the traps that the enemy has put in place—within 60 minutes—or you become The Architect’s prisoner.

That’s the suspenseful scene at Trap Door Escape Room in Red Bank, a concept that combines escape room–style video games with immersive theater to create a challenging, one-of-a-kind adventure in which you are one of the main characters. The action takes place in a two-floor, 2,000-square-foot facility tricked out with movie-quality sets and all sorts of special effects. You’ll “feel like James Bond…or Jason Bourne” as you and your team members (maximum 10 in a group) work your way through the challenges, says Anthony Purzycki, the Jersey-born-and-raised creator of Trap Door.

Themes change every six months; enjoy “Escape the Architect” through April. Tickets: $35 per person. Check Groupon and Trap Door’s Facebook page for special promotions. Good luck!

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Survival gear Many Monmouth County residents didn’t break out their winter gear during the month of December. In fact, quite a few folks were spotted doing their holiday shopping in short sleeves! But there’s plenty of bonechilling weather ahead.

Here, editorial staff members at Monmouth Health & Life share the things they rely on the most to help bridge the gap between now and the warm, sunny days of spring.

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Rita Guarna: Boots are my winter wardrobe go-to. They complete an outfit; you can wear them with a dress, with leggings, with jeans. I have fewer than a dozen pairs, so I’m no Imelda Marcos! But I do have them in all different colors and styles—black, brown, rust; flats and heels; leather and suede. Sam Edelman boots are my favorite—they are the perfect style and fit.

Darius Amos: Covering your head and neck makes a big difference when you’re trying to stay warm, even when you’re outside for just a few minutes. On colder days or when the heat just isn’t turned up high enough in the office, I’ll keep a scarf on while indoors. Banana Republic’s wool scarves serve double duty; they’re always fashionable and they protect you from the elements. My favorite in my collection is an orange wool scarf that I’ve had for about five years.

Carol Bialkowski: GlyMiracle Skin Humectant helps my hands get through the winter. It’s amazing. It absorbs quickly and leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth—not at all greasy.

And you can feel it working even after you wash your hands. Everyone in my family has their own tube!

Tim Kelley: It’s a bummer when the cold weather comes, but winter is also the time when I make “psychosomatic soup”—a recipe that was handed down in my family. It’s almost like a stew; it’s heavy on the vegetables—carrots, celery, turnips, canned tomatoes—and has barley and beef too. This is a wintertime ritual. I make a big pot of it and keep it in the fridge. It gets better as it gets older.

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Marie McHose of monroe township, now 75, started feeling the effects of a hiatal hernia about a decade ago. She felt pressure and pain in her chest, and a computed tomography (CT) scan in 2006 revealed the problem. A hiatal hernia is common, but in some instances, as with Mrs. McHose, it can progress to a rarer and more dangerous condition known as a paraesophageal hernia. When hers did so, she needed surgery to repair the potentially fatal disorder. Fortunately for her, minimally invasive techniques have rendered this once difficult surgery much easier for older patients, who make up most of the cases, to weather successfully.

In a hiatal hernia, the stomach pushes through the hiatus, an opening in the diaphragm through which the esophagus passes as it connects to the stomach. Usually only the top section of the stomach, where it joins the esophagus, slides through. If the hiatal opening stretches, though, more of the stomach can push through—that’s known as paraesophageal hernia. It can cause more severe symptoms, including severe acid reflux, chest pain, upper abdominal pain, shortness of breath and difficulty swallowing. There is also a risk for stomach obstruction or ischemia, in which blood supply to the stomach is cut off. That requires emergency surgery.

Mrs. McHose had no idea of this as she tried to live with her symptoms for years. “I took a lot of Tums and Pepcid,” she says.

But her condition grew worse, and over the past three years she would feel heaviness in her chest and pain radiating to her left shoulder after meals—once it was so severe she was tested for a heart attack. A pulmonary specialist treated her breathing problems with inhalers, with no success. Finally, he ordered another CT scan.

“He said, ‘No wonder you are having trouble breathing—your stomach is pressing on your heart and left lung!’” she recalls.

She spoke to several surgeons, including Frank Borao, M.D., chief of Esophageal and Bariatric Surgery at Monmouth Medical Center. “He was my second opinion, but because of his enthusiasm and knowledge and the fact that he does a lot of these surgeries, I thought he would be the surgeon for me, even though he is an hour away from where I live.”

Another important factor in her decision is the fact that Dr. Borao is the most experienced surgeon in the state of New Jersey for paraesophageal hernia repairs. He works in tandem with Anthony Squillaro, M.D., a thoracic surgeon. “Having two surgeons working together made a big difference to me,” she says. “And both were very good about answering my calls and questions.”

Dr. Squillaro and Dr. Borao work together on more than 90 percent of each other’s patients. “It’s a two-man operation—he helps me and I help him,” Dr. Squillaro says. “That’s a big factor in keeping operative times down and in achieving the good results we get.” So is the fact that they have performed more than 800 of these surgeries since 2002, which he says is probably the largest

on the East Coast and among the most in the country.

Another big factor is the development of laparoscopic techniques for this procedure. “In the old days, we had to cut people open with big incisions,” says Dr. Squillaro. “Most of these patients are elderly, so that was very hard on them. Also, the diaphragm is very thin and weak at the hiatus, so the rate of recurrence after repair was around 30 percent.

As a result, primary care physicians used to discourage this surgery.”

Now, however, surgeons need to make four tiny incisions of 5 millimeters, and one of 12 millimeters, to insert ports for their instruments. They use “long, skinny tools,” he says, to pull the stomach back through the diaphragm. Then they stitch the opening closed and reinforce it with a bio-mesh that encourages the body’s own cells to grow onto it, further reinforcing the closure. The next step is a procedure called fundoplication. The surgeon wraps the upper part of the stomach entirely around the esophagus. “This acts as an extrinsic sphincter to stop reflux, because the natural sphincter has been damaged by having a hernia for so long,” he says.

The entire procedure takes about an hour and a half and is performed with the patient under general anesthesia. The patient is kept in the hospital for two days so that the doctors can run gastrointestinal tests to ensure that everything is working properly.

Recovery at home involves a week or so on a liquid diet, then a week or two on soft food purees.

“We want a slow progression to solid food, because we don’t want vomiting,” says Dr. Squillaro. That could damage the repairs. Heavy lifting or putting pressure on the diaphragm is discouraged for about two months for the same reason. “It takes that long for everything to heal inside,” says the doctor. “Once we get past that time, most patients don’t have a recurrence.” ­­—Anthony Indeed, these two surgeons have a Squillaro, M.D. recurrence rate of less than 15 percent.

Marie McHose had her procedure September 10, and by the end of November reported that she felt “much better than I have felt in the last five years.” She can eat whatever she wants, has more energy and appears noticeably healthier to her husband Joe, 78, and their many children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. “I am very pleased with both doctors and what they did,” she says.

“The public and area physicians need to know that there is a better way to fix this now,” Dr. Squillaro says. “There are a lot of people out there who could benefit from this surgery. They need to know that the problem can now be treated much more effectively than it was before.”

“There are a lot of people out there who could benefit from this surgery. They need to know that the problem can now be treated much more effectively than it was before.”

To Learn more about the comprehensive gastrointestinal surgery program at monmouth medical center, call 732.923.6070.

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A farewell to pain

After decades of intense discomfort, a Monmouth County man finds relief through spine surgery.

Following successful spine surgery, Middletown resident Joe Pascarella can lift his grandchildren once again: Ella Curtis, 4; and Cole Curtis, 15 months.

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For more than 20 years, Joe Pascarella of Middletown had been experiencing neck and shoulder pain. While he initially saw a doctor and was diagnosed with a pinched nerve, the now 61-year-old turned down the suggestion of surgery.

“Not being a medical person, I wasn’t sure I wanted to have an operation,” he says.

But after two decades of pain that was getting progressively worse, Joe—a financial adviser with LPL Financial and grandfather of three—decided he needed to take action.

“I was up moaning and groaning at night,” he says. “Turning my head to the left or the right or even turning back to put my seat belt on was bad. It was difficult to lift my arms above shoulder height to hold my grandkids. The pain simply got to be unbearable. I couldn’t stand it anymore.”

A surprising diagnosis When Joe decided it was time to see a doctor, he made an appointment with Jason D. Cohen, M.D., FACS, orthopedic surgeon and chair of Orthopedics at Monmouth Medical Center.

Dr. Cohen diagnosed Joe with herniated discs, radiculopathy and spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal column)—all of which can cause pain.

“It had been 20 years since I last had an MRI [magnetic resonance imaging scan], so I needed a new one. I was shocked when Dr. Cohen reviewed the new test and told me I now had three pinched nerves,” Joe recalls.

Dr. Cohen suggested he undergo a three-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion from the zones doctors refer to as C4 to C7 to remove the discs and relieve the pressure on the nerves. Once the discs are removed, an implant would be inserted into the disc space, which would then be filled with the patient’s own bone to facilitate the fusion and create the environment for the body to heal the space as a solid bone. A titanium plate would be placed alongside the spine—in Joe’s case from C4 to C7—to secure the spine and aid in healing.

“This procedure, completed through a small incision in the front of the neck, is the gold standard for cervical disc herniations and is an option for the majority of people with neck and arm pain with very good results,” says Dr. Cohen.

“It all sounded as if it was going to be a big deal, and it was a little scary,” says Joe. “But Dr. Cohen, a nurse named Nicole and the entire

Pascarella (right) is pictured with the surgeon he credits with changing his life, Jason D. Cohen, M.D.

staff at The Spine Center at Monmouth Medical Center were able to mitigate my fears by explaining everything to me through the entire process, from the consultation and spine test to pre-admission testing to right before I went into surgery.”

Surgery is a success Despite his fears, Joe made it through surgery with flying colors.

“Before I knew it, I was in recovery with a neck brace on—and that was it,” he says.

While Joe says wearing the brace was a little uncomfortable, when he was able to remove it a week after surgery, he was amazed.

“I’d suffered for so many years, and in a week’s time, the pain was gone—it was a miracle!” he says. “I was very afraid, but through the whole experience Dr. Cohen and everyone I met with were very professional, courteous and nice. From soup to nuts, it was fantastic.”

Now, after dealing with decades of pain, Joe credits Dr. Cohen with changing his life.

“It’s very ugly to be suffering as I was, but today I feel like new person,” says Joe. “I can do all of the handiwork and repairs around the house that were difficult before, and I can even pick up both of my grandchildren.

After what Dr. Cohen did for me, I tell anyone who will listen about him.”

The region’s most comprehensive care for the spine The Spine Center at Monmouth Medical Center has one of the state’s foremost spinal care programs, offering patients the most advanced options—both surgical and nonsurgical—for the relief of neck and back pain and related conditions. Its patients receive truly world-class care from a team of orthopedic spine specialists and neurosurgeons who work together to provide leadingedge treatments, making effective use of minimally invasive reconstructive procedures and innovative therapies for all forms of spinal disease, including: n n n n

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The Spine Center is dedicated to clinical excellence. From nonsurgical treatment using the latest therapies for spine pain to complex spinal reconstruction and multi-level spinal fusion, Monmouth’s coordinated team approach provides patients with outstanding results.

For more information on The Spine Center, or to make an appointment for consultation with a Monmouth Spine Center specialist, please call 732.923.7666.

To Learn more about services available for you or your family at monmouth medical center, please call 888.724.7123.

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By Lee Lusardi Connor

5 tips to feel better and be better in “sweet ’16.”

The winter of a new year is a great time to rethink your habits and set the bar a bit higher when it comes to health and happiness. We all have different goals and struggles, but we needn’t feel alone—certain key principles can help us all.

Consider these five simple, straightforward (notice we didn’t say “easy”) ways to increase your well-being, starting now.

Think small.

Eat better. Get fit. These are big goals, best approached with small steps, according to wellness coach Brett Blumenthal, author of 52 Small Changes: One Year to a Happier, Healthier You.“We all know that a major overhaul doesn’t happen with a snap of the fingers,” she says. “But a big change can be made up of many small ones, and if you focus on one thing for a week, you can maintain that change while you add a new one the following week.”

One week’s emphasis on the goal of “eating better,” for example, could include slashing the sodium in your diet, or staying properly hydrated, or making certain smart choices at the supermarket.

Blumenthal’s latest book, 52 Small Changes for the Mind, explores less tangible concepts, such as reducing stress and increasing happiness. Among her suggestions are “Make time for music each day” and “Smile as often as possible,” both of which are backed by research linking these practices to improved well-being.

“We can all make micro-changes in our lives that add up and, over time, tend to become habit,” says Ben Michaelis, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist in Manhattan and author of Your Next Big Thing: 10 Small Steps to Get Moving and Get Happy. “And that’s when the benefits really start to accrue.”

The small things you don’t do, or what Dr. Michaelis calls “micro denials”—the week without wine, the birthday party at which you skip the cake—can be just as important. “Every form of ancient wisdom or religion has some denial built into it, such as fasting,” he points out. “Denial gives you a sense of control over your environment. Having the wherewithal to hold back on something, even for a little while, helps our self-esteem.”

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Be truthful.

No one gets through adult life being completely honest. In fact, a study at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst found that 60 percent of study subjects lied at least once during a 10-minute conversation.

But recent research indicates that being more honest may not only be better for your conscience, but for your health as well. Anita Kelly, Ph.D., and Lijuan Wang, Ph.D., both professors at the University of Notre Dame, studied 72 healthy adults, splitting them into a “sincerity” group and a control group, and subjecting them to polygraph tests and health measures for five weeks. Members of the sincerity group were instructed to “speak honestly, truthfully and sincerely—not only about the big things, but also about the small things, such as why

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you were late. While you certainly can choose not to answer questions, you must always mean what you say.” Over the course of the study, the sincerity group reported significantly fewer health complaints (such as headaches, sore throats, nausea) than did members of the control group.

The findings ring true to clinical psychologist Michael Friedman, Ph.D., a New Jersey resident with a practice in New York City. “In terms of anecdotal clinical evidence, my impression is that honesty is highly related to health and well-being,” he says. The reasons, he believes, are threefold: Suppression leads to stress. “There’s pretty good evidence that suppressing emotions and thoughts— whether you’re lying to others about what you feel or lying to yourself—makes depression and anxiety worse.”

What you’re hiding is probably not healthy. “The way most people give themselves ‘permission’ to indulge in unhealthy behaviors—such as binge eating, smoking or excessive drinking—is predicated on the behavior being secret. You’re much more likely to engage in such behaviors if you feel OK lying about them.”

Lack of sincerity shows. “If someone catches a whiff that you’re a dishonest person, they view you differently, trust you less and likely don’t want to deepen a relationship with you,” Dr. Friedman says. “It’s very rare that someone will confront you directly, but they’ll steer away from you. Over time, that becomes a problem, because satisfying social networks are strongly related to health and well-being.”

As a general rule, the adage “To thine own self be true” applies, says Dr. Friedman. “People who are dishonest with others also tend not to be fully honest with themselves. All things being equal, the more honest you can be with yourself and others, the better off you’ll be.”

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Reduce noise.

We’re surrounded by sound: Fluorescent lights buzz, air duct blowers blow, coworkers’ conversations float over the cubicle wall, traffic rumbles by. This so-called “social noise” has tripled over the past 30 years, according to research by the International Commission on Biological Effects of Noise—and it’s causing damage to more than our hearing. In fact, unwanted noise can, by affecting stress and blood hormones, lead to hypertension, cardiovascular disease and even disruption in the brain’s executive functions (such as planning and reasoning).

Our bodies are composed mostly of water, and water responds to sound vibrations. So when we are exposed to sound, we respond not only at an intellectual and emotional level, but literally at a cellular level too.

Fortunately, most of us have a number of options when it comes to dialing down everyday noise. At work, noise-canceling earbuds or headphones are increasingly acceptable, thanks to their widespread use by millennials. At home, short of going all in on soundproofing, we can opt for actions that range from inexpensive (caulking and sealing all openings in walls and doors) to medium-expensive (investing in solid wood doors and thick rugs for wooden floors) to expensive (installing double-pane windows, which has the added benefit of lowering your

heating and cooling bills). We can choose not to have the TV and radio on constantly, or replace that background noise with soothing classical music or nature sounds such as waterfalls, crashing waves or singing birds. Even our naturally exuberant (i.e., noisy) children can be guided to creative activities that keep the clamor to a minimum, such as reading, drawing, doing jigsaw puzzles or playing board games.

So direct is the connection between well-being and quiet that many hospitals, including Monmouth Medical Center have instituted regular “quiet times” in which TVs are off, visitors are encouraged to step out and voices are kept low. Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus went a step further by creating an inpatient Acute Care for Elderly (ACE) Unit featuring all single rooms in a quiet area separate from other hospital services.

Spend some time thinking about how you can reduce the noise in your daily life. When you get in the car, do you automatically turn on the radio? Try driving without it and see if it makes a difference in your stress level. Did you hear the birds this morning or the rain on the roof—or did you automatically turn on the news and drown it out?

Turn the TV off in the a.m. and see what happens. You may feel more relaxed—and you may find yourself talking to your spouse or children more. And that’s a good thing! monmouth he alth & Life

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Consider a coach.

We can all go to the gym, take a fitness class online or buy all kinds of home fitness equipment. But more and more of us are turning to personalized training and health or wellness coaching, according to the 2015 International Fitness Industry Trend Report.

Some reasons for this are self-evident: Personal training is tailored to your needs, makes you accountable and reduces the possibility of injury. Skilled personal trainers also know how to mix things up and help you figure out how to actually enjoy your workouts.

Other factors are less obvious. “For insurance reasons, doctors are no longer able to spend as much time with a patient,” says certified personal trainer Carol Michaels of Carol Michaels Fitness in Short Hills. “They may tell you to lose weight, but not explain how. Or they send you to a physical therapy center, where the therapist may be running from one patient to another and may not be able to take time to understand the root cause of your injury—for instance, overuse or posture issues. So it is up to the personal trainer to spend a full hour with a client and really get to know the person’s needs.”

For similar reasons, the relatively new field of health/wellness coaching is booming. Such coaching encompasses exercise, but also covers diet, behaviors and overall health management. “People say knowledge is power, but that’s not really true—it’s the applica-

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tion of knowledge that’s power,” says Lee Jordan, a personal trainer and health coach certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE). “Tons of books offer nutritional and fitness guidance, but knowing and doing are two different things. As health coaches, what we do is walk down the path side by side with people throughout the day.”

Jordan keeps in touch with clients around the country via texting and cloud-based apps that measure activity. Where a traditional nutritionist might, for example, tell a patient to keep a food diary and come back in two weeks, Jordan’s clients send photos of their meals or snacks. “This provides a moment of thoughtfulness for the patient, and allows me to capture a tremendous amount of data,” says Jordan. “It’s a very collaborative model. We become immersed in the client’s life.” (To find an ACE-certified health coach in your area, check out the “Find an ACE Pro” section at acefitness.org.)

If one-on-one work is not your cup of tea, that’s cool—the idea is simply to find what is. “Some may find individualization intimidating, and prefer a group setting,” says Anthony Wall, ACE’s director of education. “The music, the flavor, the style of group fitness classes can be incredibly powerful too, and we see tremendous retention and engagement there. Others may find a combination of coaching and classes works best. In any case, you need to seek out the tools that can help you create sustainable lifestyle change.”

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Own your age.

“We live in a world and time in which aging is defined as a failure,” says Bill Thomas, M.D., a geriatrician and author of Second Wind: Navigating the Passage to a Slower, Deeper and More Connected Life. “We are all exposed to some really unhealthy messages, such as that the best version of you happened a long time ago and whatever you are now is less than what you were back when you were 45 or 28 or 17.”

Yet a considerable body of research shows that better attitudes toward aging can lead to better health. For example, the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging recently reported that people who held negative stereotypes about aging in their 40s were at greater risk of Alzheimer’s when they reached their late 60s. Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health found that individuals with positive impressions of aging were more likely to recover from a severe disability than their negative-minded peers—and lived an average of seven years longer.

So pervasive is our societal preference for youth that many of us don’t even think to question our own attitudes, much less try to change them. But that’s what must be done,

says Dr. Thomas, who conducts annual “Age of Disruption” tours to try to change people’s ideas about aging. (For more information, see changingaging.org.)

“Own your age!” he says. “Get yourself in front of a mirror and say, ‘I am myself right now. This is exactly how I’m supposed to look.’ You are awesome the way you are. To age is to be successful. Be who you are right now, and in doing so you’ll open the door to tremendous new possibilities.”

And if you look in the mirror and don’t love what you see? “Finding fault much more often leads to doing nothing than it leads to doing something,” Dr. Thomas maintains. “What stops people from doing simple common-sense things for themselves—changing their diet, exercising more—is the fact that they feel bad about themselves. Own yourself first. Then you have a springboard for success.”

And there’s one more thing. Beyond accepting the physical self, Dr. Thomas says, successful aging usually involves caring passionately about something bigger than you. “It could be your congregation, world peace, global climate change—anything. That caring leads to the best second half of life—and it connects you to other people.”

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Power an intimate dinner party becomes an event to remember when Beautiful Blooms are part of the decor.

Designer DeJuan Stroud is known for staging sophisticated weddings, celebrity events and movie premieres. And in his new book, Designing Life’s Celebrations, he inspires everyone to bring the beauty of flowers into their homes for any occasion—from an elegant dinner party to a holiday extravaganza.

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Guests appreciate the personal touch.

On this page, artwork designed by Stroud’s clients and encased in clear Lucite are inscribed with guests’ names. On opposite page, bright pink and burgundy orchids offset the warm gold of the pebbled-trim charger plates, the rims and etchings of the glassware and the vermeil flatware.

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Once the dining table is set and the candles are lit, let the power of the petal take over the room.

On this page, antique brass vases play up the rich magenta hues of the vanda orchids.

On opposite page, a blend of soft and hot pink flowers provides a color burst against the chartreuse-lacquered walls.

Notice there’s no tablecloth; a stunning centerpiece is all that’s needed atop the silver leaf inlay dining table.

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It’s all about the preparation process for some. For others, the bold, grassy hues are the attraction. One thing is sure: The powdered green tea known as matcha (rhymes with “gotcha”) has had a steep climb in popularity lately. The earthy beverage is actually a venerable one, with a role in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies that dates back centuries. But its new hip heyday seems to be today. Even avowed coffee snobs may be wooed by the health benefits and smooth buzz that matcha provides. Take the time to whisk yourself a bowl, and see if this verdant drink becomes your new go-to.

POWER UP

Most teas contain catechins, antioxidants that appear to protect against cancer by neutralizing highly reactive chemicals called free radicals. Catechins may also account for the heart-protective effect some research has found in green tea—and at least one study has shown that they can reduce body fat. Where does matcha fit

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into all this? Well, matcha’s catechin content is as much as three times that of other green teas. The beverage is also believed to aid cognitive function, especially in the elderly.

DID YOU KNOW?

Caffeine intake from matcha is similar to that from coffee, but the release rate is slower.

So it gives longer-lasting energy with less of a grump-inducing crash. Since matcha powder is made from grinding the whole tea leaf, you could technically call it a loose-leaf tea (no bags here), but it’s really in a category of its own. Shading the leaves during growth weeks concentrates the flavor and color of the leaves before the late spring harvest. A quick steam makes sure those qualities are locked in before the cooling and drying process. Finally, after the stems are separated, the leaves are ready to be ground into the recognizable powdered form. (One caution: lead. Green tea often contains lead, which is absorbed by the plant from the environment.

When traditional green tea is brewed, the

This green tea is becoming a popular pick-me-up for the hip, healthy set. vast majority of the lead stays in the leaves, which are discarded. With matcha, the entire leaf is consumed, so you will ingest more lead. For this reason, an independent group called ConsumerLab.com recommends limiting matcha to one cup a day for adults only.)

BUY/STORE/SERVE

There is a wealth of matcha producers and sellers out there and, as with any tea, discovery is part of the fun—keep trying new kinds until you find the one you like best. If you want to prepare matcha at home, the process is simple: Sift some powder into your tea bowl, pour less-than-boiling water over it, and use a wooden (usually bamboo) whisk to mix the tea to a froth. Once the container is opened, make sure to keep your tea stored airtight and in a cool place such as a pantry or refrigerator drawer.

Matcha also adds wonderful color and flavor to food items; green tea ice cream and baked goods are popular choices. Matcha pancakes, anyone? —HARRY DOWDEN

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malbec’S comeback This Argentine varietal has regained its

reputation for subtlety and balance— and hard times actually helped.

Don’t cry for Malbec, Argentina! The truth is, the wine for which that country is best known came through the economic crash of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

It didn’t just survive; it flourished.

Over time, the downturn had an unexpected upside, as runaway inflation corrected an imbalance in the market. In the sour climate, it no longer made sense to bottle low-end Malbecs because it was pretty much impossible to turn a profit on them. So vintners slashed production of their two-buck chuck—the subpar swill they’d been pumping out for years, staining Malbec’s image around the world.

“So much cheap stuff had been getting out there that it was hurting Malbec’s reputation,” says Paul Hobbs, a veteran winemaker and wine importer. “It was a serious problem. But the Argentine economy solved it for us.”

As it happens, Hobbs lent a hand as well. A former winemaker for Robert Mondavi, Hobbs has roots in Malbec that run decades deep. He first turned his mind to it in the late 1980s, when he traveled to Argentina and was struck by the varietal’s vast untapped potential. Though Malbec grew abundantly around Mendoza, the country’s largest wine-making region, its quantity far outstripped its quality. Most Argentine Malbec wound up in inexpensive blends known as “criollas”—hohum table wines with not much to recommend them other than their bargain-basement price.

Hobbs envisioned a different fate for Malbec, a noble French-born grape that he believed just needed to be treated with more dignity.

Using old-vine fruit grown by Nicolas Catena, one of Argentina’s most respected vintners, Hobbs began a deep dive into Malbec, applying Old World

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practices to New World wine production. The result was Malbecs of unusual refinement, not the high-alcohol brutes that so many consumers had come to know.

In 1999, Hobbs co-founded Viña Cobos, a Mendoza winery, where he experimented with varied root stocks, planting the varietal on new sites that showcased Malbec’s distinctive terroir.

The wines he produced earned widespread accolades for their bright notes and balance. But in the world of Malbec they were the exception, not the rule.

Cheap Malbec still flooded the market, and in the early aftermath of the crash it gushed out in even greater torrents. Much of it was overoaked and over-extracted, with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer. Some of it was fraudulently labeled.

“It got so bad that there were ‘Malbecs’ on the market that didn’t contain any actual Malbec,” Hobbs says. “We used to joke that they were born with a birth certificate of Bonarda [a less nuanced grape varietal] but were traveling with a Malbec passport.”

Meanwhile, Hobbs kept at it, and when the economic crash crushed the low end of the market, the Malbecs he had championed came to the fore. Hobbs has since been joined by a growing number of Malbec producers who are out to show the grape for all that it can be. Among them are wineries such as Riglos and Pulenta Estate, in the rolling folds of the Mendoza region, on terrain that inches toward the Andes foothills, where the climate and the soil give rise to complex fruit.

Like Hobbs, the vintners on these properties lean toward low-tech practices, a minimalist approach that lets the winning traits of the grape shine through. Their vintages demonstrate impressive range—some lean and supple, others round-bodied and robust. And contrary to Malbec’s stubborn reputation as a varietal best suited to steakhouse fare, these wines are strikingly food-friendly, pairing beautifully with sirloin, sure, but also with pasta, seafood, curries and more.

“To a lot of people, it used to seem that Malbec had a serious problem,” Hobbs says.

“But the bigger problem was, we didn’t really understand the grape.” —Josh sens

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ABERDEEN

KICKYS Eclectic dining featuring pan-Asian and Japanese cuisines, 1140 Route 34, 732.970.6488 MAHZU Authentic Japanese dining in a casual yet upscale environment, Aberdeen Plaza, 1077 Route 34, 732.583.8985

ASBURY PARK

Fish Urban Dining Seasonal, sustainable restaurant specializing in fresh seafood, 601 Mattison Ave., 732.455.8181 Franks Deli & Restaurant Family-friendly restaurant, deli-style and classic American food, 1406 Main St., 732.775.6682 LAngoSTA LOUNGE Vacation-inspired cuisine from tapas to sushi, and libations, 1000 Ocean Ave., 732.455.3275 MOONSTRUCK American/Italian/Mediterranean cuisine and cocktail lounge, 517 Lake Ave., 732.988.0123

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Kunya Siam Authentic Thai cuisine, 99 1st Ave., 732.291.2397 On the Deck American fare with a focus on seafood, 10 Simon Lake Dr., 732.872.1424

CLEMENTINE’S Cajun-creole cuisine in a casual dining setting, 306 Main St., 732.988.7979

GREEN MEADOWS RESTAURANT Continental cuisine, 270 Route 34 South, 732.431.8755

THE COLUMNS American seafood with Italian influences, 601 Ocean Ave., 732.988.3213

HUDDY’S INN American fare with Italian influences, 420 Route 34 South, 732.431.0194

SCHNEIDER’S RESTAURANT Traditional German, Austrian and Hungarian dishes, 801 Main St., 732.775.1265

EATONTOWN

Seed to Sprout Vegan restaurant with juice and smoothie bar, 410 Main St., 732.774.7333

BELFORD

BELFORD BISTRO New American cuisine, BYO, 870 Main St., 732.495.8151

BELMAR

Toast Breakfast, lunch and brunch specialties, 516 Cookman Ave., 732.776.5900 TWISTED TREE CAFÉ Vegetarian-friendly food featuring organic desserts, 609 Cookman Ave., 732.775.2633

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS

BAR ANTICIPATION Pub food and live entertainment, 703–5 16th Ave., 732.681.7422 Brandl Eclectic American cuisine featuring seafood dishes, 703 Belmar Plz., 732.280.7501

FAR EAST TASTE Thai, Malaysian, Chinese and Asian fusion, 19 Main St., 732.389.9866 RUFFINO’S Casual Italian fare, 178 Route 35, 732.542.0110

FAIR HAVEN

RAVEN & THE PEACH Special-occasion spot serving seafood and a select steak house menu in a Casablancaesque setting, 740 River Rd., 732.747.4666

FREEHOLD

AMERICAN HOTEL American Bistro with a late-night tapas menu, 18-20 E. Main St., 732.431.3220 Federici’s Authentic Italian fare featuring thin-crust pizza, 14 E. Main St., 732.462.1312

LA DOLCE VITA Upscale Italian seafood cuisine on the waterfront, 400 Ocean Ave., 732.749.3177

IBBY’S FALAFEL Casual Middle Eastern eatery with vegetarian selections, 4 W. Main St., 732.409.1234

BRADLEY BEACH

METROPOLITAN CAFÉ American cuisine with a Pacific Rim flair and sushi bar, 8 E. Main St., 732.780.9400

BAMBOO LEAF Thai and Vietnamese dining, 724 Main St., 732.774.1661 GIAMANO’S RESTAURANT Classic Italian fare, 301 Main St., 732.775.4275 UVA Fine Mediterranean and Italian fare, 800 Main St., 732.775.0906

HARBORSIDE GRILL American cuisine with Italian influences, 40 First Ave., 732.291.0066

vIC’S Authentic Italian cuisine and thin-crust pizza, 60 Main St., 732.774.8225

Hudson Cafe Breakfast and lunch specialties, 25 First Ave., 732.872.2300

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All Seasons diner Classic diner fare, 176 Wyckoff Rd., 732.542.9462

KAYA’S KITCHEN Organic and vegetarian fare, 1000 Main St., 732.280.1141

COPPER CANYON RESTAURANT Tex-Mex fare with tequila-tasting specials, 51 First Ave., 732.291.8444

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COLTS NECK INN STEAK & chop HOUSE Elegant steak house with an outdoor patio, 6 Route 537 West, 732.462.0383

Porta pizzeria Authentic Neapolitan pizza restaurant, 911 Kingsley St., 732.776.7661

Talula’s Artisinal dishes with local flavors featuring freshly baked goods and handcrafted pizza, 550 Cookman Ave., 732.455.3003

SHIPWRECK GRILL Homey seafood and steak restaurant, 720 Ashley Ave., 732.292.9380

V A ON PAVILION Classic American fare in a beachside setting, BYO, 600 Ocean Ave., 732.775.1043

NAPLES PIZZERIA Classic Italian pizza parlor, BYO, 872 Main St., 732.787.9479

taka Classic Japanese fare with a sushi bar, 660 Cookman Ave., 732.775.1020

setting, 420 Higgins Ave., 732.528.0666

AVON-BY-THE-SE

Pascal & Sabine Authentic French cuisine, 601 Bangs Ave., 732.774.3395

Seed to Sprout Vegan restaurant with juice and smoothie bar, 711 Fourth Ave., 732.361.7040

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OYAKO TSO Hibachi dining with a sushi bar, 6 W. Main St., 732.866.1988 valentino’s Creative, contemporary Italian fare, 4241 Route 9 North, 732.683.1400

HAZLET

the SHORE CAFÉ Italian bistro with homemade desserts, 1104 Route 36, 732.888.0288 YESTERDAY’S RESTAURANT Authentic southern Italian and American fare, 3153 Route 35, 732.264.3777

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IT’S GREEK TO ME Casual, authentic Greek cuisine, 2128 Route 35 South, 732.275.0036 TURNING POINT Quaint brunch eatery, 2132 Route 35 South, 732.615.9000

HOWELL

CHRISTIE’S Upscale yet casual Italian seafood grill, BYO, 2420 Route 9 South, 732.780.8310 JUANITO’S II Family-friendly authentic Mexican dining, 3930 Route 9, 732.370.1717

KEYPORT

CORNUCOPIA RESTAURANT American diner fare, 98 Maple Pl., 732.739.6888

nostalgic setting, 1887 Route 35, 732.671.1316

views of the Navesink River, 88 Riverside Ave., 732.747.2500

DREW’S BAYSHORE BISTRO Cajun-influenced American fare, BYO, 25 Church St., 732.739.9219

RIGOLETTO TRATTORIA Italian fare with seasonal menus, 418 Route 35, 732.842.2277

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PATRIZIA’S Traditional Italian restaurant featuring generations-old family recipes that utilize fresh, organic ingredients, 28 Broad St., 732.741.5555

LITTLE SZECHUAN RESTAURANT Traditional Chinese cuisine, 485 Prospect Ave., 732.842.3823 PALUMBO’S Casual Italian dining and pizzeria, 24 Ayers Ln., 732.842.5505 RAY’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Fresh seafood selection, 125 Markham Pl., 732.758.8166 ZOE BISTRO Eclectic American fare with global influences, 151 Markham Pl., 732.747.9988

LONG BRANCH

KING STAR Classic Chinese eatery, 36 Beach Rd., 732.728.1918

RESTAURANT NICHOLAS New American cuisine with an extensive wine list, 160 Route 35 South., 732.345.9977

NEPTUNE

SAN REMO Northern and southern Italian cuisine, 115 Oakland St., 732.345.8200

BRENNEN’S STEAKHOUSE Classic American steak house, 62 W. Sylvania Ave., 732.774.5040 MOLINARI’S RESTAURANT Italian eatery and pizzeria, 312 W. Sylvania Ave., 732.775.7733 MOM’S KITCHEN Fine Italian cooking, 1129 Fifth Ave., 732.775.4823

2ND FLOOR RESTAURANT Metropolitan-inspired cuisine, 71A Brighton Ave., 732.443.7399

PETE & ELDA’S Casual Italian fare featuring pizza, 96 Woodland Ave., 732.774.6010

AVENUE Modern French cuisine with an ocean view, 23 Ocean Ave., 732.759.2900

OAKHURST

SIAM GARDEN Authentic Thai cuisine, 2 Bridge Ave., 732.224.1233 TEAK Asian-American cuisine, 64 Monmouth St., 732.747.5775 TEMPLE GOURMET Traditional Chinese cuisine, 91 Broad St., 732.212.8858 TOMMY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Casual eatery featuring pizzas, salads and Italian dishes. Gluten-free pies available, 2 Bridge Ave., 732.212.1700

TAKARA JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE Japanese fare featuring sushi and hibachi, 1610 Route 35 South, 732.663.1899

VIA 45 Rustic Italian eatery, 45 Broad St., 732.450.9945

FREDDIE’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA Authentic Italian cuisine featuring thin-crust pizza, 563 Broadway, 732.222.0931

OCEAN

BARNACLE BILL’S Casual seafood eatery, 1 First St., 732.747.8396

ROONEY’S OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT Fine seafood eatery with a raw bar, 100 Ocean Ave. North, 732.870.1200

ILLIANO’S Family-friendly, casual Italian dining, 933 W. Park Ave., 732.493.2003

CHARLEY’S OCEAN GRILL Steak and seafood dishes, 29 Avenel Blvd., 732.222.4499

TUZZIO’S Italian steak and seafood dishes, 224 Westwood Ave., 732.222.9614

MANALAPAN

KONBU Casual sushi dining, 345 Route 9 South, 732.462.6886 NONNA’S CITI CUCINA modern Italian cuisine and familystyle dining, 190 Route 9 North, 732.536.9050 PEKING PAVILION Upscale Chinese cuisine in a modern setting, 110 Route 33 West, 732.308.9700 ROSALITA’S ROADSIDE CANTINA Traditional Mexican cuisine, 180 Route 9 North, 732.617.0099 SPARGO’S GRILLE New American cuisine with Caribbean flair, 130 Route 33 West, 732.294.9921

MANASQUAN

ASAHI JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE Classic Japanese fare including hibachi grill and sushi, 99 Taylor Ave., 732.223.2669 SURF TACO Casual Mexican fare with seaside twists, 121 Parker Ave., 732.223.7757

MARLBORO

BRIOSO RISTORANTE Authentic Italian cuisine, BYO, Willow Pointe Shopping Center, 184 Route 9 North, 732.617.1700 KOO Neo-Japanese cuisine, 71A S. Main St., 732.866.8838

MATAWAN

BUTTONWOOD MANOR Elegant American and Continental dining, 845 Route 34 North, 732.566.6220 EVAN’S RESTAURANT Diner fare and greek specialties, 8 Cliffwood Ave., 732.566.9122 SIAM SMILES Authentic Thai cuisine, 1016 Route 34 South, 732.566.3651

ICHIBAN HIBACHI STEAKHOUSE Fine Japanese dining, 2132 Route 35 South, 732.493.1115

PICCOLA ITALIA Classic Italian cuisine with Mediterranean flavors, 837 W. Park Ave., 732.493.3090

OCEAN GROVE

SEAGRASS Contemporary American fare in an upscale, relaxed setting, 68 Main Ave., 732.869.0770

OCEAN PORT

RUMSON

SALT CREEK GRILLE Classic American fare, 4 Bingham Ave., 732.933.9272 UNDICI Authentic regional Italian fare with New American twists, 11 W. River Rd., 732.842.3880

SEA BRIGHT

AMA RISTORANTE A combination of traditional and contemporary Tuscan classics with an ocean view, 1485 Ocean Ave., 732.530.9760 ANGELICA’S Elegant Italian cuisine, 1070 Ocean Ave., 732.842.2800

MIA Modern and traditional Italian cuisine, 249 E. Main St., 732.935.0088

WOODY’S California coastal cuisine in a laid-back yet upscale environment, 1 E. Church St., 732.936.1300

RED BANK

YUMI Neo-Asian cuisine and sushi, 1120 Ocean Ave., 732.212.0881

THE BELMONTE Latin-influenced restaurant, bar and lounge, 3 Broad St., 732.741.3232 BIRRAVINO Traditional Italian bistro, 183 Riverside Ave., 732.842.5990

SEA GIRT

FRATELLO’S Classic Italian fare with an extensive wine list, 810 The Plaza, 732.974.8833

THE BOONDOCKS FISHERY Seafood eatery, 1 Wharf Ave., Marine Park, 732.747.7177

HARRIGAN’S PUB Traditional Irish pub offerings, 703 Baltimore Blvd., 732.449.8228

CATCH Gourmet seafood restaurant, 9 Broad St., 732.268.8384

SHREWSBURY

CHAR An authentic New York–style steak house, 33 Broad St., 732.450.2427 DISH Eclectic American cuisine, 13 White St., 732.345.7070 THE DOWNTOWN Posh pub grub with live entertainment, 10 W. Front St., 732.741.2828 DUBLIN HOUSE RESTAURANT & PUB Irish pub food and brews, 30 Monmouth St., 732.747.6699

AMERICANA DINER Classic diner fare, 1160 Route 35 South, 732.542.1658 POP’S GARAGE Sustainable Mexican cocina, 520 Broad St., Route 35, 732.530.7677

SPRING LAKE

BLACK TRUMPET AT THE GRAND VICTORIAN HOTEL Contemporary American fare with seaside dining, 1505 Ocean Ave., 732.449.4700

GAETANO’S Regional Italian cuisine, featuring homemade pasta and a family-style menu, BYO, 10 Wallace St., 732.741.1321

WHISPERS Classic American cuisine with Italian influences, BYO, 200 Monmouth Ave., 732.974.9755

THE GLOBE HOTEL Casual sports bar and restaurant offering daily happy hour specials, 20 E. Front St., 732.842.5572

MEEMOM’S KITCHEN Breakfast and lunch specialties, 1825 Route 35, 732.359.8544

MIDDLETOWN

CROWN PALACE Fine Chinese cuisine featuring dim sum, 1283 Route 35 South, 732.615.9888

GOOD KARMA CAFE Vegan cuisine with gluten-free and wheat-free options and a juice bar, 17 E. Front St., 732.450.8344

NEELAM EXOTIC INDIAN CUISINE Authentic Indian fare, 1178 Route 35 South, 732.671.8900

JAMIAN’S FOOD & DRINK Trendy bar and restaurant, 79 Monmouth St., 732.747.8050

NEW MONMOUTH DINER Classic diner fare served in a

MOLLY PITCHER INN Contemporary American cuisine with

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MOSSUTO’S MARKET & CAFE Authentic Italian cuisine served in a casual atmosphere, 2029 Route 35 South, 732.449.8058 SHOGUN LEGENDS Asian fusion, sushi and hibachi, 1969 Route 34 South, 732.449.6696 SUMO Hibachi steak house with a sushi bar, 1933 Route 35, 732.282.1388 MONMOUTH HE ALTH & LIFE

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Megan Hilty performs with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Feb. 12.

FEB 6 Find hidden gems at the Friends

Celebrate with someone special at McLoone’s Pier House, Feb. 14.

of the Middletown Township Public Library’s Trash to Treasure Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 20 vendors will be selling collectibles, jewelry, antiques, clothing, art, novelty items and much more. Admission: FREE. Find out more at mtpl.org or 732.671.3700.

at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank at 8 p.m. Hilty is known for starring roles in Smash, Wicked and 9 to 5: The Musical. Her sensational voice and star power are perfect for a trip through the American Songbook. Tickets: $20–$80. Looking for more info? Visit countbasietheatre.org or call the box office at 732.842.9000.

FEB 10 Warm up for Valentine’s Day with

FEB 14 Whether or not you ride your

love songs as vocalist Sandy Sasso joins Charlie’s Band for an afternoon musical interlude at the Monmouth County Library in Ocean Township from 2 to 3 p.m. Admission: FREE. Get more details at monmouth countylib.org and 732.531.5092.

horse to get there, the Blacksmith Demonstration from 1 to 3 p.m. at historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel will fascinate and delight all age groups. Throughout the year, Longstreet Farm hosts free weekend activities that allow visitors to experience life as it was in the 1890s. Admission: FREE. For info on any of these events, call 732.946.3758 or visit monmouthcountyparks.com.

FEB 11 Sink your teeth into Bram Stoker’s Dracula, performed in live radio theater style at the Pollak Theatre at Monmouth University in West Long Branch at 7 p.m. L.A. Theatre Works has wowed audiences with its unique live radio theater style, and now the group returns to the Pollak stage with this gothic horror classic. Tickets: $38–$58. Find out more at monmouth.edu and 732.263.6889.

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the SPCA. Tickets: $85. Find more details at monmouthcountyspca.org.

FEB 16 Your kids won’t be able to

resist Henry & Mudge. This TheatreWorksUSA production at the Algonquin Arts Theater in Manasquan will entertain youngsters in grades K–3. An adaptation of Cynthia Rylant’s bestselling book series, this musical is about a boy named Henry and his dog Mudge—and lessons to be learned. The hour-long performances begin at 10 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. Tickets: $12; $9 for educational groups of 12 or more.

Want more info? Contact algonquinarts .org or 732.528.9211.

FEB 20–MARCH 20 The Two River Theater Company presents Ropes at the Marion Huber Theater in Red Bank in matinees (Wednesdays, 1 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 3 p.m.) and evening performances (Wednesdays, 7 p.m.; Thursdays through Saturdays, 8 p.m.) The moving new play, written by Barbara Colio, one of Latin America’s leading contemporary playwrights, is about the greatest tightrope walker of all time, whose fame has kept him a mystery to his family. Tickets: $45–$65. For more information, visit tworivertheater.org.

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FEB 21 Everything is in one place

MARCH 5 Whether or not you’ve seen

to plan your big day at the American Bridal Wedding Expo at the Rebecca Stafford Student Center at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, from 12:30 to 3:45 p.m. American Bride presents Monmouth County’s largest wedding expo, with more than 40 area wedding businesses.

Admission: $10 at the door, but FREE if you pre-register online. Questions? Visit ameri canbride.com or call 908.371.0900.

the recent movie A Walk in the Woods or read the hilarious book of the same name

by Bill Bryson, you’ll learn a lot from attending Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Planning & Preparing, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Monmouth County Library in Ocean Township. You’ll find out what to pack, how to pack it and more. The event is presented by Ocean Township native Stephen Martelli, an avid long-distance hiker. Admission: FREE. Find out more info at 732.531.5092.

FEB 21 Perfect for children and adults alike, The Mega Bubble Show features an amazing array of bubbles in all shapes, sizes and forms, with spectacular lighting effects. Guinness World Record Holder (for the biggest bubble ever blown; he has encapsulated 22 people inside a bubble) Fan Yang mixes art and science to astonish audiences. At the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, noon and 3 p.m. Tickets: $20.

Learn more at countbasietheatre.org or call 732.842.9000.

FEB 25 At Whaling and Whales Along the Jersey Shore, you’ll learn that the Jersey Shore (including Monmouth County) once had a thriving whaling industry and a diverse group of whales that called our coastline home. The lecture will be given at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth from 7 to 8 p.m. Admission: FREE. Call 732.787.3033, ext. 2, or visit monmouthcountyparks.com for more information about this and other events in the Drop-In Local Nature Lecture Series.

It’s bubble mania at the Basie, Feb. 21.

MARCH 11–13 Chocolate lovers will be in heaven at the Chocolate Lovers’ Weekend, sponsored by the Ocean Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. On Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., visit beautiful Victorian Inns for a sweet treat. At Hunt for Hearts, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., find hearts hidden in town and earn prizes. Dine the Night Away features special “chocolate lovers’ dinners” at select restaurants. And on Sunday during Winter Walk, noon to 3 p.m., take a walking tour of Ocean Grove and answer questions to win prizes. The public events are FREE and begin at the Ocean Grove Chamber Office, 45 Pilgrim Pathway. Get more details at oceangrovenj.com and 800.388.4768 or 732.774.1391.

MARCH 13 Foodies will salivate just thinking about the Belmar Restaurant Tour, in which the fine cuisine of local eateries is available to sample from noon to 4:30 p.m. Tickets: $30 in advance, $35 on

the day of the event. Check thebelmar restauranttour.com for more information and the list of participating restaurants, or call 732.681.3700, ext. 214.

MARCH 13 Step back in time to experience St. Patrick’s Day in the 1830s at the Historic Village at Allaire in Farmingdale.

From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., an interactive reenactment explores local life and celebrations in that long-ago decade. Admission: FREE. Need more info? Visit allairevillage.org or call 732.919.3500.

MARCH 20 Get to know Daya, the 16-year-old singer, songwriter and upand-coming pop artist. You’ll hear her hit single “Hide Away” and more at iPlay America in Freehold at 5 p.m. Daya draws on her classical piano training and a natural cleverness that’s as striking as her dynamic vocal range. Tickets: $10–$75. For more details, check out iplayamerica.com or call 732.577.8200.

MARCH 24 As You Like It, Shakespeare’s comedy of love and change, comes to Monmouth as the National Theatre Live presents a performance at the Pollak Theatre at Monmouth University in West Long Branch at 7 p.m. Tickets: $22.

For info, visit monmouth.edu.

Send event listings to: Monmouth Health & Life, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645; or email us at editor@wainscotmedia.com. Listings must be received two months before the event and must include a phone number or website that will be published.

Experience St. Patrick’s Day in the 1830s, March 13.

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Escapes

The quick

Pack the car! four great

weekend destinations are just a short ride away.

getaway

Not quite a staycation, a long weekend getaway close to home is a terrific option if you’re short on time, cash or frequent flyer miles. But different trips delight different types. Which of these four travel personalities is yours?

For the history buff: Philadelphia

The birthplace of America is the ultimate destination for history enthusiasts. First stop: Independence National Historic Park, home to Independence Hall, where the country’s forefathers discussed and adopted cornerstone documents such as the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The famed Liberty Bell is just a few steps away in the updated Liberty Bell Center. And the National Constitution Center has on display an original copy of the first public printing of the Constitution.

Also nearby are the Betsy Ross House and Memorial, the Franklin Institute, one of the oldest science museums, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, which features nearly 230,000 works of art as well as the iconic steps depicted in the film Rocky.

The 3,600-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park, located less than an hour outside the city, is where George Washington’s Revolutionary army camped and persevered under grueling winter conditions.

For the foodie: Culinary Institute of America

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Some of the top chefs in the country got their start at the CIA in Hyde Park, N.Y., whose three student-staffed restaurants are open to the public Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. (A fourth, the Apple Pie Bakery Café, is closed on weekends.)

What are you in the mood for? The menu at American Bounty (845.451.1011, americanbountyrestaurant.com) is inspired by the seasons and products of the Hudson Valley region, while Ristorante Caterina de Medici (845.451.1013, ristorantecaterinademedici. com) serves up authentic regional Italian cuisine in a grand Tuscan-style villa overlooking the Hudson River.

Then there’s The Bocuse Restaurant (845.451.1012, bocuse restaurant.com), named for the famous French chef Paul Bocuse.

Sleek and contemporary, it reimagines classic French cuisine— think lavender-pepper crusted tuna, pork loin with fennel puree and bamboo rice, roasted root vegetables en papillotte.

Before heading home, be sure to tour the Vanderbilt Mansion, FDR’s home and Eleanor Roosevelt’s cottage Val-Kill, which are just minutes away from the CIA.

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For the spa-goer: The Spa at Norwich Inn

Go solo, bring the girls or take your significant other to The Spa at Norwich Inn (607 W. Thames St., Norwich, Conn., 1.800.275.4772; thespaatnorwichinn.com), where the pampering treatments range from traditional facial, massage and mani/pedi to a Milk and Honey Body Polish, Ayurvedic Mud Wrap and Craniosacral Therapy. Specialty services include reiki, a centuries-old Japanese healing technique, and raindrop therapy, a healing ritual in which nine aromatherapy essential oils are applied drop by drop and massaged into the skin.

Overnight packages include breakfast and dinner, a fitness class, full use of the spa facility and accommodations at the inn, which boasts 49 guest rooms, spacious suites and luxury villas. There are also specially designed wine tasting and museum packages as well as a weekend “Spaliday” retreat.

Fun fact: The original Norwich Inn, built in 1929, was a haven for the rich and famous, attracting such luminaries as George Bernard Shaw, Frank Sinatra and the Prince of Wales.

For the family: New York City

Need a reason to take the kids into Manhattan this winter? Here’s one, a 122-foot-long one, to be precise: A titanosaurus skeleton just arrived at the world-famous fossil halls of the American Museum of Natural History. This herbivore from Argentina is so massive that it grazes the 19-foot-high ceilings of the fourthfloor Wallach Orientation Center and extends out toward the elevator banks.

Continue your exploration of history at the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, located aboard the USS Intrepid aircraft carrier, which served tours of duty in World War II and the Vietnam War. On the deck, you’ll find aircraft of all types, including warplanes, the space shuttle Enterprise and a British Airways Concorde jet. Don’t miss the former USS Growler, the only American diesel-powered strategic missile submarine open to the public.

New York City’s outdoor ice skating rinks operate through April, weather permitting. The Rockefeller Center Rink is the city’s premier skate center, but you can also catch some ice magic at Wollman Rink in Central Park or at Bryant Park.

Save time and money with a New York Pass, which offers quick entry to more than 80 NYC sightseeing hotspots. Buy one today (newyorkpass.com) and you’ll get a free “hopon, hop-off” ticket to ride the city’s doubledecker tour buses. monmouth he alth & Life

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gatherings Suite dedication The Unterberg Children’s hospital Long Branch, barnabashealth.org The Michael’s Feat Parent Suite was unveiled at the Hirair and Anna Hovnanian Foundation Inc. Regional Newborn Center at The Unterberg Children’s Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center. The “rooming-in” facility was funded by a donation in memory of Adam and Dana Puharic’s newborn son, who lost his life to a serious chromosomal disorder.

1 Frank J. Vozos, M.D., FACS, president and CEO of Monmouth Medical Center; Dana and Adam Puharic, co-founders of the Michael Gerard Puharic Memorial Fund; Susan Hudome, M.D, medical director of the Regional Newborn Center; and Meg Fisher, M.D., chair of Pediatrics and medical director of The Unterberg Children’s Hospital.

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Cakebread Cellars Ama Ristorante, Sea Bright, amaristorante.com Dozens of oenophiles helped Ama Ristorante celebrate its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence during the first of a series of wine dinners. The five-course meal featured five varietals from family-run Cakebread Cellars in Napa Valley.

2 Chris Asay, Bill Bruno and John McGinnis 3 Charles Lesbirel, executive chef at Ama Ristorante, personally attends to every dish.

Christmas Inn Tour Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce Historic Inns of Spring Lake, Spring Lake, historicinnsofspringlake.com The chamber’s Candlelight Christmas Inn Tour, sponsored by the Historic Inns of Spring Lake, began with tea and biscuits at The Breakers and included stops at the Ocean House, Hewitt Wellington, Chateau Inn, Duggan Hall and Spring Lake Inn as well as in several private homes.

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The Unterberg Children’s Hospital, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, barnabashealth.org More than 20 students from Trinity Hall, an all-girls high school in Leonardo, spread holiday cheer to patients in The Unterberg Children’s Hospital as part of their “Christmas Cheer for All to Hear” service project.

Holiday Dance Party Kick Dance Studios Atrium at Navesink Harbor, Red Bank, atriumatnavesink.org Performers from Kick Dance Studios in Fair Haven and Rumson kicked up their heels for residents of the Atrium retirement community. Dancers of all ages performed a variety of numbers, including the holiday classic The Nutcracker.

11 Meg Fisher, M.D., chair of Pediatrics and medical director of The Unterberg Children’s Hospital, and Ashley Boyd, development manager with Monmouth Medical Center Foundation, welcome students and administrators from Trinity Hall.

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March of Dimes McLoone’s Pier House, Long Branch, mcloonespierhouse.com Guests attending the 13th annual auction enjoyed fabulous cuisine, fine wine, entertainment and the chance to bid on auction packages. Tim McLoone, president of McLoone’s Restaurants, and Marilyn Perricone of the Perricone Family Charitable Trust were the event honorees.

8 Manolo Teijelo and Allie Hall 9 Phil Perricone, Marilyn Perricone, Ronica Cleary, Beth McLoone and Tim McLoone 10 Ashley Diana, Quincy Goodwine and Tracey Alexander

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Chevys Fresh Mex and Quaker Steak & Lube, beautyfoundationnj.com Representatives from Quaker Steak & Lube and Chevys Fresh Mex restaurants presented a check for $1,036.50 to the Tinton Falls–based Beauty Foundation for Cancer Care. The money was raised through Pink Drink fundraisers held at the restaurants’ New Jersey locations.

12 Jorge Rojas, Regan Toomey, Mike Dorony, Sam Tecchio, Nick Graf, Albert Traficante, and Stephanie Reynolds, trustee, The Beauty Foundation for Cancer Care

Monmouth Medical Center (1 & 11), Billy O. Photography (2–3), Kick Dance Studios (4), Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce (5–7), Tom Zapcic (8–10)

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