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FEATURES

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our favorite things

Find something special for ever yone on your list with this handy guide to intriguing locally sourced gifts.

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winter whites

Who says holiday decorations have to be red and green? Tr y an elegant white table.

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MenoPause? no sweat

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How to conquer the five biggest health pitfalls just in time for 2012 i n e v ery i s s ue

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DEPARTMENTS

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LOCAL BUZZ

Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Morris and Essex counties

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LOCAL FASHION

Select the per fect outfit for your holiday gatherings.

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LOCAL JEWELRY

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SHOP LOCAL LEADER

Meet James Corrado of Corrado’s Family Affair in Clifton, Fair field and Wayne.

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AT HOME

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POWER FOOD

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TASTES

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WINE + SPIRITS

Toast the New Year with sparkling wine and champagne.

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FINANCIAL BALANCE Tips for sticking to your holiday budget

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GATHERINGS

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We here at Morris/Essex Health & Life know the importance of feeling good and leading a balanced life, and over the past year, we have guided your quest for the “good life” in Morris and Essex counties with authentic advice from local experts, including doctors and other healthcare practitioners. So with this issue, we set out to help you keep balance—in mind, body and spirit—through this stressful holiday season with practical advice and tips.

You’ll learn how to avoid the five biggest health pitfalls this season (page 42), how to stay within your holiday budget (page 54), how to ward off the flu with winter’s “wonder pill” (page 16) and how to burn calories in the beautiful outdoors by snowshoeing (page 16). Our art director, Meredith McBride Kipp, along with New Jersey florist extraordinaire Anne Miller, shows you how to glam up your holiday decorating and delight your family and friends with her chic yet practical guide to setting the perfect holiday table (page 32). If you’ve run out of gift ideas already, see page 30 for “Our Favorite Things”—a gift guide featuring a little something for everyone, on every budget. Those looking for the perfect party attire will want to check out our fashion and jewelry pages for some great local finds.

This holiday season, try to step away from the hustle and bustle and take time to share the true spirit of Christmas by giving to others—and not just under the tree. Whether you donate your time, talent or other gifts to those who are ill or less fortunate, it makes you feel good. For those of you who need scientific proof, research suggests there is a biochemical explanation for the positive emotions associated with doing good. And if you thrive on literary inspiration instead, heed the poet Maya Angelou, who said: “Among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.”

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E-mail liz.donovan@wain scotmedia.com and vote for the spa you think deserves the top spot in our Ultimate Spa Guide in the February issue.

WINTER ESCAPE After reading about Vermont’s Twin Farms in this issue’s Escapes column, take a visual tour of the resort and spa, which is perfect for the winter with luxury lodging and outdoor activities.

CHOW DOWN Craving a new culinary experience? Looking for a great recipe that will win over your guests? Go to msxhealthandlife.com and click on Food and Drink for our restaurant guide and recipe archive.

LIVING IS EASY Check out our Good Living guides, which offer exclusive discounts from local shops and advice from Morris/Essex– based experts on such topics as home design, health issues and more.

SPICE IT UP Our power food of the month is that ubiquitous holiday spice, cinnamon.

Learn about its history and health benefits on page 44, then view recipes featuring cinnamon at msx healthandlife.com.

SAVE THE DATE Need a night out? Visit our Community Calendar to view our favorite places to go and things to do. Also, if you are planning an event and want to promote it to our readers, you can add your own listing.

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Knitting can relieve stress, lower your heart rate and blood pressure, ease muscle tension—even help ward off dementia, studies show, but isn’t it hard to learn? Not at all, says Kathleen McWilliams, owner of Modern Yarn in Montclair. “The basics are so simple you could learn them from the Internet, but people usually fare better with an instructor,” she says. “The enjoyment and the sense of achievement you feel when you knit make learning worthwhile.” And though knitting can be somewhat addictive, it also helps break habits that are bad for you. “It can definitely help with behavior modification—it is comparable to yoga,” says McWilliams. “When you get into your ‘knitting mode,’ you kind of lose yourself because it’s so methodical, which helps with certain impulses.”

For even more warm and fuzzy feelings, use your knitting skills to help those in need. Check out knit-a-square.com, which makes blankets for AIDS orphans in Africa. Or, to help out closer to home, find organizations that will welcome your work by going to knittingforcharity. org and searching “New Jersey.”

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“The arts have always been in my background—I’m a retired concert violinist,” says Sabrina Kuratana, owner of Art Gallery Cookies as well as the cake designing company A Cake Dream. “I thought this would be a good way to support the arts, get artists out there and serve as an affordable means for people to own a little piece of art.” Kuratana also donates cookies to various fundraisers, either to be auctioned off or to be enjoyed by guests. Past donations have gone to the Dumbo Art Festival, The Bling Event to benefit Brides Against Breast Cancer, the Hebrew Academy and Saint Joseph’s Hospital.

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Don’t blame that powdery precipitation for hindering your winter workout—use it. “Snow sports like cross-country skiing offer a great fullbody workout for people who are normally long-distance or trail runners,” says Steven Masters of REI in East Hanover (973.581.1938, rei.com). “For someone who likes to take long walks or hikes, snowshoes are a great option and a scenic alternative to walking on icy roads.” Either of those two activities burns more calories in an hour than the same amount of time on a stationary bike or elliptical machine, or an hour spent jogging. Conveniently, you can rent snowshoes for $20 a day at REI. For beginners or those looking for additional resistance, a trekking pole can enhance the workout. “Poles create a true full-body workout, really incorporating your arms into shoeing,” says Masters. “Using poles may also be more comfortable for beginners because they provide extra support and relieve pressure on your lower limbs.”

Are you getting enough vitamin D? Michael Holick, M.D., author of The Vitamin D Solution, estimates that up to 50 percent of Americans are at risk for a deficiency of this vital, versatile vitamin.

“We used to think Vitamin D was mostly involved with bone metabolism,” says Michael Rothkopf, M.D., director of metabolic medicine and the Weight Control Center at Morristown Medical Center.

“But it turns out it’s actually important in many other areas too.” Research suggests it promotes skin healing and blood flow, helps control diabetes and helps alleviate seasonal affective disorder, premenstrual symptoms and mood swings, and may even lower one’s odds of cancer. The vitamin is also thought to improve immune-system function, decreasing your risk of catching a cold or the flu.

The U.S. Government recently raised the recommended daily allowance of D from 200–400 international units (IUs) to 600—and some experts suggest higher amounts.

Dr. Rothkopf finds low Vitamin D levels a matter of concern in his practice. “I routinely check patients for low Vitamin D with a simple blood test,” he says. “Most labs will call a value of 30 or 32 normal; I frequently see patients whose levels are between 8 and 11.

“The results of a D deficiency can be various pains, especially in the bones, or fatigue,” says the doctor. “People think, ‘I guess I’m just falling apart.’ Or they get misdiagnosed with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue.

“For optimal health, adults and children should get an adequate supply of Vitamin D from their diet or from a supplement,” says Dr. Rothkopf, who himself takes 2,000 IUs daily. “Talk with your doctor to find out what’s appropriate for you.”

Food sources of D include fatty fish (salmon, mackerel and tuna), cod liver oil, beef liver and fortified dairy and cereal products.

Glen Ridge resident Coleen Christian Burke has a passion for holiday decorating at the White House. Chosen as a volunteer decorator for then-First Lady Laura Bush, Burke has helped to decorate the White House every year since 2008. She also runs a seasonal holiday decorating business called Sugar Plums (visit haveawhitehousechristmas.com).

And now Burke has come out with the glossy book Christmas with the First Ladies (Insight Editions, $29.95). “Readers will get to see amazing photos of our first families celebrating Christmas, plus recipes and crafts used by the first ladies,” Burke says. “Each first lady has her own special holiday style, and I teach you how to copy it in your own home.”

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Most wedding and corporate-event bands can’t include performing for President Obama and Governor Jon Corzine on their resume, but New Jersey’s own Infernos Band can. The Infernos (theinfernos band.com), who are based in Bloomfield, have been performing since 1977 and have opened for big-name bands like Chicago.

The Infernos traveled to Rome and L’Aquila—a city that was devastated by an earthquake in 2009—last year to perform a series of benefit concerts, and proceeds from that tour’s documentary, Italy Earthquake Relief Fund Tour, are going to earthquake survivors and their families. (You can buy the DVD at their shows.)

Founder and lead singer Bobby Wells says that was the least they could do. “We’ve had the honor of playing shows all over the world for over 30 years, and we feel lucky to be able to do what we love day in and day out,” says Wells. “This is just one small way we can give back.” Wells was given the East Hanover ItalianAmerican Club “Humanitarian of the Year” award in October.

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Jazzed-up Jewelry Love your antique jewelry but think it’s too out-of-style to wear? George Press of George Press Jewelers (973.992.7797, georgepress.com) in Livingston will take your prized keepsakes antique and turn them into updated, cameo on a coral one-of-a-kind pieces. “Often stingray cuff people will come in with something that is old but made of really good materials,” says Press, who graduated from Pratt Institute with a degree in art and design and is well-known in Livingston—he’s been in business there for 32 years.

“Creating unique pieces out of old jewelry is something we’re known for and we do all the time.” Clients also come to Press to interpret something they have seen online or in a magazine, “but more often than not, people come to me for my design abilities,” he says. “They want me to come up with something they don’t see everywhere.”

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This fall, restaurateur, philanthropist, musician and former Essex resident Tim McLoone added McLoone’s Boathouse (862.252.7108, mcloonesboathouse.com) to his repertoire of dining establishments across the state. The new restaurant, which overlooks the Orange Reservoir in West Orange, seats 240 guests inside, plus 80 to 100 outside, and offers upscale interpretations of American favorites (Lobster Mac ’n Cheese, for example). The building is designed to complement the adjacent safari-themed minigolf course and nearby Turtle Back Zoo. Patrons here, as at the six other McLoone locations, can expect live music—in fact, McLoone opened his first restaurant, McLoone’s Rum Runner, to provide his band, Tim McLoone and the Shirleys, a place to play. Since then, musical greats Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen have graced its stage. Visit mcloones.com for all locations and menus.

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This time of year, many of us think about doing something charitable for others. Take inspiration from karen healy, a Belvidere resident and women’s health nurse practitioner who works with Matthew Iammatteo, M.D. in Morristown: In February, Healy went on her first medical mission trip to Haiti with the Miami-based group Project Medishare (projectmedishare.org). She and another local nurse practitioner worked in the clinic, providing basic medical care to Haitians. “It was very rewarding, and it made us realize how lucky we are,” she says. “We come to work here and expect to have all the tools we need, but there we had to be a little imaginative. There are not as many instruments to use, so we had to use our skills much more effectively.”

Despite her busy schedule—work, a husband, three children and three dogs—Healy finds time to give back close to home too, volunteering at her church, St. Patrick’s in Belvidere, aiding with various medical screenings and assisting with children’s religious education classes. “As human beings, we have a responsibility to each other,” karen says Healy, “and this means helping healy and giving back in any way we can.”

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Footnotes, Millburn, 973.379.2085. 3 Ooh, la, la! The Brian Atwood Pazza Bis Sandals, $1,340, in python leopard with a sassy red ribbon are to die for! When you wear these heels, keep your clothing simple and let your shoes do the talking. Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973.467.1500. 4 In need of a good old-fashioned cocktail dress? Look no further than Theia’s Crystal Beaded Strapless Dress, $1,995. It can be worn with your favorite boyfriend blazer, a black leather jacket or simply on its own, no jewelry needed. Gito, Millburn, 973.921.9797.

5 As ladylike looks rule the runway, now is the perfect time for your Mad Men moment. Finish off your chic ensemble with Oscar de la Renta’s silk-lined Hunter Fox Fur Stole, $1,650. Saks Fifth Avenue, Short Hills, 973.376.7000. 6 The most fabulous cover-up this season is courtesy of Va Et Vien exclusively for BHLDN. The Snowdrift Jacket, $500, mixes the feel of sumptuous silk charmeuse with the comfort of a down vest and comes with a detachable jeweled brooch closure. bhldn.com. 7 Bold color is one of the season’s biggest trends. Diane von Furstenberg’s blue sequined Judith Dress, $1,600, will complement any skin tone. Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973.912.0080. —ALLISON ANDERSON

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3 Atelier Minyon’s Bullet Cufflinks, $7,200, lend attitude to schoolboy attire. They are 18K white and rose gold with 2.05 carats of diamonds. Morré Lyons Jewelers, Clifton, 973.777.4329. 4 Your new best friend? Michele’s rose gold Jetway Timepiece, $2,045. The mother-of-pearl dial is surrounded by 112 diamonds, and the two-tone stainless-steel bracelet is interchangeable with any 18 mm strap. Kevin’s Fine Jewelers, Boonton, 973.263.0101. 5 Take a walk on the wild side with Roberto Coin’s Petite Animalier Scorpion Bangle, $14,800, in 18K rose gold with black and white diamonds. Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973.912.0080. 6 Menswear is a big inspiration this fashion season, so soften your look with feminine Flower Earrings. The 18K yellow, rose and white gold complement soft shades of white, yellow and pink diamonds weighing approximately 7.95 ct. Price upon request. Yanina & Co., Cedar Grove, 973.857.5544.

7 The Hinged Bangle Bracelet, $13,950, is perfect for partygoers. A star of sapphires and diamonds pops against 18K textured white gold and blackened sterling silver. hamiltonjewelers.com. 8 The 18K white gold Square Ring, $6,736, is large and in charge!

The decadent diamonds are 2.12 ct. George Press Jewelers, Livingston, 973.992.7797. 9 Gorgeous Diamond Drop Earrings from Tacori’s Dantela collection, starting at $2,400, feature emerald-cut diamonds surrounded by smaller stones. Gabriel Jewelers, Towaco, 973.541.0800. —MEGHAN BASHAW

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At A CorrAdo’s store, you’ll find more thAn 100 Cheeses—And At leAst one CorrAdo Corrado’s Family Affair has grown from one small grocery store in Clifton to a thriving three-unit chain. But it’s still all about family, as third-generation entrepreneur James Corrado explains. hoW did your business get started? In Paterson in the 1950s, my grandfather and his three sons began selling produce in a small open-air market. They were in Paterson until the ’70s, and then in 1975 opened the Clifton store called Corrado’s Family Affair. The store now stands where my grandfather used to play ball as a child.

What is that store like today? In Clifton, besides Corrado’s Family Affair, there’s a winemaking and home brewing center, a pet market, a garden center, a gas station and a liquor store, all owned by the Corrado family.

What made you decide to expand? As our family grew, it made sense to grow the business too. My generation grew up in Wayne, and as we looked to expand, it made sense to look there. Also, when we opened in Clifton, it was a very blue-collar Italian neighborhood. As Italians started to move to Wayne and Fairfield, they kept coming back to Corrado’s to shop.

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What accounts for your stores’ appeal?

The family. We don’t abide by corporate structure, we don’t hide in the back room; we’re on the floor meeting and greeting our customers every day. We offer quality products and fair prices—and our customers know us. There are people who have been coming to us for 30 years—those who once brought their little kids now bring their grandkids.

Who is involved in the business noW? My whole family. My grandfather had three sons. They are all in the business and so are their kids. We pride ourselves on the fact that there’s always a family member at any of the stores. And we all view ourselves as equals. hoW has your merchandise changed over

We started out with mainly Italian ethnic food, but as the neighborhood changed, so did we. There are a lot of different ethnic groups that frequent the store, and we stock our shelves accordingly.

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We offer affordable prices and hard-tofind ingredients. And there’s something else just as important as what we sell.

What’s that? Customer service. We make sure we have knowledgeable staff. our butchers answer questions on various cuts. We carry whole fish, and the fish guys can scale, fillet, gut it—prepare it any way you want it. do the family members get along? I feel like the luckiest guy in the world. Since we’re Italian, it’s all about family. I love that I see my dad, uncles and cousins every day. Family comes first. We don’t fight over anything business-related.

What do you like best about your job?

Coming in every day and spending time with people I care about. I don’t mean just blood family, but customers who have shopped with us for decades and people who have worked for us for years.

It really is a family affair. our motto is: “There is a difference.” And believe me, there is. —Judy KoutsKy

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1 Soften the look of a stark mantel or an empty hearth with this chic Golden Circles Fire Screen, $625, made of iron and finished in Italian gold; 51˝ W x 0.5˝ D x 32˝ H. Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973.912.0080.

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6 EcoSmart’s portable Cube Jr. Ethanol Fireplace, $2,795, uses plant-based bioethanol resulting in clean emissions, and its size (33.9˝ W x 17.7˝ D x 33.9˝ H) suits almost any interior space. viesso. com. 7 Enjoy your fire from multiple rooms with the Montebello See-Through Gas Fireplace, starting at $5,499. It can reside between two interior walls or, for a truly unique look, install the Montebello between an indoor wall and an exterior wall. The broad opening, fiber ember top and true-to-life logs make a bold statement even when the flame is off; 50.5˝ W x 27.44˝ D x 46.59˝ H. A and J Fireplaces, LLC, Pompton Plains, 973.513.9521. 8 Cozy up on your deck or patio next to the Laguna Concrete Propane Fire Table, $1,995, with ample tabletop space for serving. It is made with fibercast concrete that will develop a patina over time. Flames are surrounded by ¼˝-thick tempered glass, and the receptacle is filled with decorative lava rocks; 60˝ W x 42˝ D x 25˝ H. Restoration Hardware, Short Hills, 973.

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Semplice, Montclair, 973.783.7495. 2 Each of the teas in Teavana’s Shizuoka Collection Green Tea Gift Set, $80, comes beautifully wrapped in traditional Japanese origami paper. Teavana, Short Hills, 973.376.4564.

3 Style meets function in the fourwheel, 22˝ Plume Polycarbonate Carry-On, $199, from Lipault. Its light weight makes maneuvering through airports easy. flight001. com. 4 The Spiffy Lumberjack Bifold Wallet, $38, from Jetsam is constructed from vintage plaid shirts and packaged in a box made from recycled paper. carryjetsam.com. 5 Those who love to entertain will enjoy Kim Seybert’s Holiday Ornament Napkin Rings—a whimsical addition to any place setting. $100 for a set of four. Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973.912.0080. 6 Riders 16 and up can travel on Razor’s battery-powered EcoSmart Metro Electric Scooter, $400, which reaches speeds of up to 18 m.p.h. with no emissions. amazon.com. 7 Ideal for the conservationist, the Adopt-a-Polar Bear Gift Box, $39, from Gift Republic enables the recipient to adopt a polar bear for 12 months, helping protect these creatures through a partnership with the nonprofit Polar Bears International. langtoninfo.com.

8 S’well’s double-insulated Stainless-Steel Wine Bottle, $40, keeps wine perfectly chilled, and 10 percent of all sales help provide clean water to poor communities in Africa and India. swellbottle.com. 9 Tiffany & Co.’s Satin Bracelet Bag in Chartreuse, $795, is lined in the store’s signature blue and adorned with a ball-chain handle— perfect for the hard-to-please fashionista.

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10 Velvet Jingle Bell Collars, $5–$12, from Harry Barker stretch easily over your pet’s head, transforming a plain pooch into a hip hound. harrybarker.com. 11 Music lovers and home decorators alike will fall for the Geneva Sound System Model S, $300. The sleek, sonorous PowerDock for iPod/iPhone is also a clock-radio. Crate & Barrel, Short Hills, 973.379.9700. 12 Leave yourself colorful notes from the Writer’s Block Message Pad, $10, from Bob’s Your Uncle, boasting 550 pages of recycled paper. bobsyouruncle. com. 13 Organize keys and other accessories easily on the Bird On Branch Deluxe Wall Hook, $38, from These Creatures. Shed Eclectic Home, Maplewood, 973.763.5500.

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flanking doorways and the fireplace with preserved juniper trees will make a large room feel more intimate. potted topiaries like these are a chic alternative to a traditional christmas tree.

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add dimension and a punch of color at each table setting with a sculptural piece of seasonal produce like an artichoke or pomegranate.

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is the season to be jolly, and setting the tone for such a sentiment is all about creating great atmosphere. When it comes to holiday decorating, the hardest part is staying away from the expected. Resist the temptation to use all of your saved decorations from years past. Instead, try something new: Pick a color palette and stick to it. What doesn’t fit the bill goes back to the attic or gets a fresh coat of paint. This year, think white. White is the epitome of modernity, elegance and balance. Mixing snow white with traces of green, black and silver is on trend and très chic.

To bring greenery and life into your dining room, New Jersey florist extraordinaire Anne Miller recommends hanging an

coordinate your food with your color palette for added impact and elegance.

oversize wreath. Decorate it with items found in nature such as pinecones, acorns and berries to enchant guests. Flank the hearth and doorway with preserved juniper topiar y trees for an instant dose of warmth and intimacy.

For your holiday table, choose crisp white linens and layer them with a wide, black ribbon or runner down the center of the table and across at each place setting. This will add dimension to the table and visually anchor each setting. When it comes to flatware, glassware and china, you don’t need to have the best; you just need to know how to use what you’ve got. Don’t be afraid to mix like-colored pieces—whites with off-whites, stainless steel with silver and mercury glass

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stationer do them for you. Place a menu on top of each napkin, then wrap the napkin and menu with ribbon or a paper strip that matches the invite (as pictured at right). Top it all off with a fresh artichoke to add unexpected texture, dimension and a punch of color.

Lastly, make sure the lighting is just right—if you don’t have dimmers on your fixtures, just use candles (always unscented around food) aided by the glow from an illuminated room nearby. Cluster large mercury glass pieces and other silver objects together to bring a little sparkle to darker areas of the room. Carry elements of this onto your table by way of mercury glass votives and a few small silver objects, and you’ll have plenty of sparkle to go around during this festive season.

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or crystal with glass. Place your white china on a clear, silver or white charger—layering adds dimension to the table. To add sparkle, use clear glassware and stemware and mix styles to vary the height and look. For centerpieces, Miller says to keep the botanicals simple and seasonal. The velvety texture of Vendela roses and silvery grey Tilandisa is warm and wintry and helps create the mood for a luxurious cold-weather soiree.

For an intimate dinner party, keep the arrangements under 12 inches high so as not to disrupt the festive repartee.

Bring the black-and-white theme from your mailed invitation through to the place card and menu—it’s really chic and your guests will appreciate the detail. Keep the design simple and modern, and make things easy for yourself by having your local

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something simple like a sachet full of lavender or a bag of homemade cookies makes a nice gift for your guests. tie it off with a ribbon and an ornament and place it on their chairs.

own vases to the florist and have him or her create arrangements that work for your table. if flowers are out of the budget, cluster like-colored objects of varying heights in the center of the table.

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a dramatic flower arrangement is a great way to wow your guests. you can bring your

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important and much appreciated. for great champagne and sparkling wine ideas, see page 48.

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despite the multitude of e-mail and web-based invite options these days, it’s a nice gesture to send guests a printed invitation to your party.

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place cards and menus to create a consistent theme.

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food, especially desserts, that you can prepare beforehand (or buy) will save you time. french macaroons are always an elegant supplement to your homemade desserts, and they come in a multitude of colors to fit any theme.

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no sweat! m.D., past president of the north american menopause society (nams).

“The menopause transition results in lower levels of estrogen and other hormones, and it’s caused by reduced functioning of the ovaries due to aging.” In today’s youth-centered society, that may be a bitter pill to swallow. The good news? modern treatment options, both natural and hormone-based, can help ease women through this phase with comfort and grace.

“In the united states, the average age at which women start going through menopause is 51,” says matthew Iammatteo, m.D., director of madison avenue oB/Gyn in morristown. However, symptoms brought on by ever-shifting hormones often begin two to eight years earlier. This period in which they occur, called perimenopause, literally means “around menopause.” It ends once a woman has missed her period for 12 full

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If you’re a woman, menopause Is as inevitable as puberty once was, and as natural as an inherent love of chocolate. yet, despite the fact that every female will eventually go through it, this transition is not typically greeted with good-natured equanimity. perhaps that’s not surprising. after all, menopause marks the permanent end of fertility. “menopause literally means the final menstrual period,” says Cynthia stuenkel,

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months, at which point she is officially postmenopausal. A common saying that counsels women to “Ask your mother if you want to know when the big change will start” does reflect a truth: Hereditary factors come into play, though cigarette smoking and chemotherapy have been shown to lower the age of menopause.

To further complicate matters, there is no definitive procedure one can undergo to conclude unequivocally that this phase has begun. “Sometimes we do blood work to determine whether or not a woman is still ovulating, but over 40 percent of the time that test is inconclusive,” says Karen Dias-Martin, M.D., director of OB/GYN at Mountainside Hospital in Montclair. “It’s also not especially practical because we would have to constantly draw blood in order to reach a concrete conclusion, and most women do not want—or need—to be put through that.”

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SYMpTOMS Of THe cHANGe The most obvious physical symptom is cycle irregularity, which may even be experienced by women who were previously very regular. This can continue until menstrual periods stop completely. “Some women suffer from irritability, tension and depression,” says Dr. Iammatteo.

“Dry skin, night sweats, decreased libido and vaginal dryness that can cause painful intercourse may also occur.”

Of course, the most common complaint is hot flashes. Though doctors think this unpleasant flushed-face, body-sweating condition results from alterations in the hypothalamus, the region of the brain that regulates body temperature, that theory remains unproven. “It’s amazing,” says Dr. Stuenkel with a smile. “We’ve sent men to the moon and mapped the human genome, yet we still don’t fully understand a woman’s menopausal hot flash!” every menopause experience is different, and each woman will deal with changes in her own way. “Many don’t want to do the medication dance, so I start by suggesting simple lifestyle modifications,” says Dr. Stuenkel. Avoid alcohol, spicy foods and hot liquids that might make you overheat. Dress in removable layers that can be peeled off easily, and wear lightweight pajamas to bed. A Wayne State University School of Medicine study found that paced respiration—expanding and contracting the abdomen through slow, deep breaths— can cut in half the frequency of irksome

hot flashes. exercise to reduce stress, or take the herbal supplement St. John’s wort for mild depression, says NAMS. “Some women find that acupuncture can relieve hot flashes and night sweats, while yoga also helps with achiness and moodiness,” says Dr. Dias-Martin.

“We’ve sent men to the moon and mapped the human genome, ye t We still don’t fully understand a Woman’s menopausal hot fl ash!”

—cYNTHIA STUeNKel, M.D. for those whose symptoms aren’t relieved by these lifestyle changes, there are several available forms of hormone treatments:

eSTrOGeN THerApY (eT) Approved by the food and Drug Administration and used for more than 50 years by millions of women, this is the most effective treatment for hot flashes

and vaginal discomfort. “estrogen also helps maintain bone mineral density, which is important for preventing osteoporosis in older women,” says Dr. Stuenkel. It can be administered orally in tablet form, through the skin via a patch or gel or as a vaginal ring. However, taking estrogen alone for five or more years can triple one’s chance of developing uterine cancer, according to NAMS. This is why progesterone, another hormone, is often added to the equation.

eSTrOGeN-prOGeSTerONe THerApY (epT) “progesterone protects the lining of the uterus from the cancer-promoting effects of estrogen, so if you have a uterus we recommend this second hormone,” says Dr. Stuenkel. (Women who’ve undergone hysterectomy can just take estrogen alone.) epT hormones are usually administered orally or by patch, as the fDA has not yet approved progesterone skin creams for menopausal use. Benefits for hot-flash relief and vaginal dryness are identical to those provided through eT, but there is an additional hazard: A Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study found that the risk of breast cancer increased by 24 percent (or about five cases out of 1,000 women) after five years of epT. Also, women 65 or older

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should not start EPT, as it may cause a slight increase in the risk of dementia, heart disease and stroke.

“soMe woMen Find that acupuncture can relieve hot Flashes and night sweats, while yoga helps with achiness and Moodiness.”

—kArEN DIAS-MArTIN, M.D. “Women must decide on an individual basis if the benefits are worth the risk,” says Dr. Stuenkel. New data from studies done at the University of California, San Francisco, suggests that breast density as measured on mammography may help distinguish which women are most at risk. “In the studies, women with the most dense breasts have a twofold increase risk of breast cancer while on EPT, compared with women with fatty, low-density breasts,” Dr. Stuenkel says.

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BIOIDENTICAl HOrMONES Molecule by molecule, these hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and others) are chemically identical to the ones produced in our bodies. Derived primarily from wild yams and soybeans, the prescriptions are specifically prepared by compounding pharmacists for every patient based on his or her hormone levels. Many feel this personalized treatment method is superior to ET or EPT, yet controversy still abounds. “The FDA does not approve of these individually mixed recipes because there is no standardization in either manufacturing or content, nor any labeling requirements for communicating risks and benefits for safety’s sake,” says Dr. Stuenkel.

“Furthermore, clinical trials haven’t clearly shown that bioidentical hormones are better at relieving symptoms or safer from a risk-benefit standpoint than their FDA-approved counterparts.”

The bottom line? There are many ways in which a menopausal woman can improve her quality of life. “Consult your OB/GYN or primary care physician to find the course of treatment that will work best for you,” says Dr. Dias-Martin.

“Men are often embarrassed to talk about the age-related hormone changes they may be experiencing, and often they can be too proud to complain about their male menopause–related symptoms,” says Matthew Iammatteo, M.D., director of Madison Avenue OB/GYN in Morristown. Men’s gradual decline in testosterone, also known as andropause, is not comparable to the abrupt estrogen drop experienced by menopausal women, yet symptoms can be similar, including reduced sexual desire, insomnia, increased body fat, decreased bone density, mood changes or mild depression.

Bioidentical hormones and testosterone supplements (both natural and synthetic) are marketed to men and used occasionally to treat andropause.

According to the Mayo Clinic, “For some men, testosterone therapy relieves bothersome signs and symptoms of testosterone deficiency.” Yet the therapy is controversial, and there are risks as well.

A New England Journal of Medicine study recently reported that testosterone supplements were associated with higher rates of heart attacks and elevated blood pressure. Thus Mayo Clinic experts recommend that instead of using supplements, men who feel the effects of hormonal changes should stick to a healthy diet and incorporate plenty of physical activity into their daily routines to naturally combat the effects of male menopause.

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Turnoff Time? five reasons to limit your chldren’s t v and computer hours AMerICAn kIDS hAVe gone SCreenhappy. Studies show that what with TV-watching, e-mailing, tweeting, instant-messaging, Web-surfing and playing video games, recreational media use fills more than seven hours of a typical child’s or teen’s day. And while each of these media has a plus side, the experts say “enough, already!” The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children and teens be allowed no more than two hours of combined TV, computer and electronic media per day. here are five reasons why:

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obesity. A youngster who is sitting and watching isn’t sliding into second or chasing the one who’s “it.” And when kids replace active play with sedentary activities, they risk becoming part of today’s epidemic of childhood obesity. Too much tube viewing also invites mindless munching, and there’s another bad influence, says Victor Strasburger, M.D., chief of the Division of Adolescent Medicine at the University of new Mexico School of Medicine: “the 4,400 to 7,600 junk-food commercials kids see each year.”

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Sometimes kids’ screen viewing has the opposite effect, causing kids to eat too little. Take, for example, the more than 100 Internet sites that actually encourage anorexia and bulimia, offering tips on starving yourself and purging. “A recent experiment in Fiji showed that the prevalence of eating disorders increased dramatically after the introduction of American TV shows, which usually feature excessively thin female characters,” says Dr. Strasburger. eating disorders.

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bad habits. kids learn by imitating what they see, and a TV overdose can mean they see drinking, drugs and hypersexualized behavior hour after hour. Dr. Strasburger says some shows encourage teens to pick up destructive drug or alcohol habits. And according to a national survey released by the girl Scout research Institute, girls who regularly watch reality television accept and expect

more drama and hostility from other girls in their everyday lives.

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More than 3,000 studies have suggested that teens who view violent shows or play online war games have a tendency to be more violent. “In fact, the U.S. military actually uses ‘shooter’ video games to desensitize new recruits to killing,” says Dr. Strasburger. By 18, the average adolescent will have witnessed approximately 200,000 violent acts on TV alone. Conversely, kids who view too many scary programs can have recurring nightmares or fears about the world.

Psychological Problems.

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Poor school Performance. Yes, kids rely (maybe too much) on computers for homework research. But when computers, TV and video games steal time from reading, they endanger one of the fundamentals of academic success.

The AAP reports that elementary school students who have televisions in their bedrooms perform worse on tests than those who don’t.

And even attention deficit disorder (ADD) has been linked to excessive screen time. A study published in the August 2010 issue of Pediatrics linked more than two to three hours spent in front of a TV or video game in early childhood with a higher incidence of ADD in school-age kids. —Francesca Moisin

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To create a healthy “media diet” for your family, try these tips from Ari Brown, M.D., pediatrician and lead author of the new American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement on media use and children: 1 KeeP tVs out of Kids’ bedrooms. That way you control when

the screen is on.

2 switch off all media during meals. Set an example by

turning off your smartphone.

Teenagers won’t quit texting if you’re glued to your own screen!

3 don’t use the tV as bacKground noise. If you’re not

watching a show, turn it off. It’s distracting for both parents and kids.

4 record tV shows. Watch your programs later, after the kids have gone to bed.

5 ProVide Playtime for Kids

Unstructured, unplugged, independent play time is valuable for kids. If you need to cook dinner or take a shower, don’t automatically plop young ones down in front of a screen.

6 Know what shows your Kids are watching , and

ideally, watch with them. The quality of programs being watched is as important as the quantity.

7 consistency is Key, so be sure parents or caretakers are equally committed to setting reasonable screen-time limits.

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your year! fast approaching, it’s time again for new year’s resolutions. if you’re like me, you see this time as an opportunity for a fresh start. i thoroughly enjoy making these annual vows, especially those that involve bettering myself physically. What i don’t like is breaking them, which i inevitably do after a couple of weeks when the novelty wears off. But there is good news: according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology, people who explicitly make resolutions are 10 times more likely to attain their goals than people who don’t. “new year’s is a good time to reflect on the past year and identify realistic goals for the coming year,” says Francine rosenberg, a clinical psychologist in private practice with Morris Psychological Group, P.a., in Parsippany. Unfortunately, there are some common pitfalls that derail the

of achieving our health and wellness goals.

We’ve asked experts for their advice on how these health hazards can be avoided.

pitfall #1: there’s no time for exerCise.

Start small. “i ask people, ‘Do you make time to brush your teeth?’” says Jodi Godfrey, a registered dietitian in Montclair. “and when i ask that question, it’s a way of saying there are certain things we need to do in a given day. We have to start thinking about physical activity as one of those things that isn’t a choice but a necessity.” if you can’t commit to an entire hour at the gym, Godfrey suggests fitting in short walks in the morning, during your lunch break or after dinner.

Other opportunities for exercise include taking the stairs instead of the elevator, walking to get the mail instead of grabbing

parking at the far end of the lot instead of right next to your destination.

Use free time wisely. you actually have more time than you think. how many hours do you spend chatting on the phone, surfing the internet and watching television? that time could be spent working out, but if you’re not willing to give up your favorite tV show, do exercises such as push-ups and jumping jacks during commercials. alternatively, save 15 to 20 minutes by recording the show and watching it later, minus the commercials; then use that extra time to get in a quick workout, says James hill, Ph.D., co-founder of the national Weight Control registry, the largest study of long-term successful weight loss maintenance. Don’t worry if your schedule won’t allow for a nonstop 40-minute workout. according to a study funded by the

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National Institutes of Health, four 10-minute exercise sessions in a day produce the same health benefits as a continuous 40-minute workout.

Pitfall #2: i always forget to floss my teeth.

Make it a habit. To help reduce bacteria that cause bad breath, gingivitis, more serious periodontal (gum) disease and tooth loss, you need to brush and floss your teeth. “Brushing is very effective at cleaning plaque along the chewing surface and the gum line, but it is relatively ineffective at cleaning in between teeth,” says Paul Feldman, D.M.D., who has a dental practice in West Orange. “Flossing, on the other hand, cleans in between teeth, where you’re most likely to get dental disease.”

Also, recent evidence links periodontal disease to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, diabetes and arthritis.

If you find yourself consistently forgetting to floss those pearly whites—according to a 2008 survey, only 49 percent of Americans floss daily and 10 percent never floss—put floss in plain view, next to your toothbrush. Also, try flossing before you brush; you’ll be more likely to floss since you won’t want to go to bed without brushing. Another trick: Keep floss or a floss pick in various strategic places, such as in your purse or on your nightstand, so that when you see it, it’ll serve as a reminder. The American Dental Association recommends flossing at least once a day, so make flossing—in addition to brushing and visiting the dentist for cleanings—part of your routine.

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Pitfall #3: i have a serious sweet tooth.

A key to avoid gobbling down an entire chocolate bar or a bag of chips is to keep healthy snacks handy. “Sometimes you don’t have a meal prepared and easily accessible when you walk in the door already famished; it’s always good to have a healthy snack that buys you time until the meal is on the table,” says Godfrey. Instead of junk food, she suggests reaching for carrots and dip, a Clementine or celery and hummus as a healthy alternative that will tide you over until the meal is ready.

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ing: “you can best control what you’re eating that way,” she says. you can still fulfill your sweet craving, but “when you bake cakes and cookies with whole grain flour, you’re getting the fiber you need without making it a complete calorie void.”

Also, don’t forget to plan ahead.

“For most people, it’s ideal to try to cook for the upcoming week on the weekend, when you have more time; then

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freeze portions so that you have something ready to heat up during the week,” explains Godfrey. eating on a regular basis—every 3 to 4 hours—also makes it easier to resist temptation because you won’t be starving when you do eat.

And if you know ahead of time you are going to be eating out, cut back for a few days before the event in order to “save up” calories that can then be “spent” on your night out.

Pitfall #4: there’s No way to avoid stress.

Just because you can’t avoid stress doesn’t mean you should ignore it. experts estimate 60 to 90 percent of all doctor’s visits are stress-related, and chronic stress can lead to severe health problems, including high blood pressure, an increased risk of stroke and heart attack, depression, a weak immune system and infertility. “It’s quite important for people to develop healthy ways of relieving stress,” says rosenberg. “Without an outlet, stress will contribute to or exacerbate current physical problems such as headaches and gastrointestinal issues.” luckily, stress reduction has been proven to help mitigate symptoms of health problems brought on by stress.

So make it a point to de-stress.

“One of the best ways to manage stress is through exercise,” says rosenberg.

Other techniques include relaxation, meditation, playing or listening to music, reading a book and socializing with friends. even the simple act of stopping to take several deep breaths when you start to feel anxious can help relieve stress.

Pitfall #5: i have trouble gettiNg a good Night’s sleeP.

It’s easy to put sleep on the back burner when you’re trying to cram everything into the day. And let’s face it, it’s not easy to ignore the constant barrage of distractions such as the Internet and television.

But sleep is crucial to your health. “lack of sleep can cause fatigue, trouble concentrating, mood swings and depression, as well as have an impact on memory and learning and the ability to keep proper perspective on emotional events,” says Gloria Paknis, a psychotherapist and licensed clinical social worker in Madison.

“Sleep deprivation can also contribute to a number of lifestyle diseases such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart problems.” In fact, being well-rested impacts everything from mood and job performance to alertness and health.

The first step to ensuring you get all your zzz’s is to create the right ambiance. Make your room inviting with soft lighting, a cool temperature (around 65 degrees Fahrenheit) and a comfortable bed. Don’t forget to minimize all sources of light—this includes clocks and computers—and sound before settling down. Uncontrollable noises such as barking dogs and sirens can be masked with a fan, soothing music or earplugs.

Also, follow a routine. If you’re not used to going to bed at the same time every day, it can be difficult to make yourself follow a strict bedtime. But your body will thank you when you do. Pick a bedtime when you usually feel tired, and stick to it—even on the weekends. It’s OK to change that time, but do so gradually, moving it 15 minutes every day or two.

As important as it is to go to bed at the same time every day, it’s equally important to wake up at the same time each morning. This allows your circadian rhythm, your body’s natural sleep-and-wake cycle, to remain consistent, which helps you get a good night’s sleep.

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power food

Spice Up the Season cinnamon, that aromatic, sweet spice that makes holiday dishes special, has myriad health benefits—and a surprising history

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The spicy powder you sprinkle on your morning latte has a rich history spanning centuries. one of two varieties of cinnamon now available, ceylon (“true” cinnamon) was craved by Egyptians as early as 2000 B.C., when they imported the precious spice from its native Sri Lanka and used it to embalm dead pharaohs. Ancient Romans used ceylon as currency worth more than gold, paying tribute to the sun god Apollo by laying it in his temple as a gift. in medieval times, people appreciated ceylon for its more practical powers, such as treating sore throats and preserving meat. But this sweet treat also has a dark past: The dutch,

PowERS Cinnamon packs a lot of healthy heat: These deceptively sweet sticks are high in fiber and nutrients like calcium and iron.

Studies have shown the spice can relieve arthritic pain, combat E. coli bacteria and curb the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cells. People living with diabetes may find cinnamon especially powerful, as it has been shown to regulate blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol. But beware: Cassia could cause liver irritation if you get too sprinkle-happy. Modern cooks are wise to do as the Romans did, using cinnamon as a food preservative.

RECiPE MExiCAn hoT CoCoA By whole Foods Market Serves 2 ingREdiEnTS 4 Tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder 4 Tbs. sugar 2½ cups whole milk 3 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped ½ vanilla bean, split ½ tsp. ground cinnamon ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg 2 cinnamon sticks whipped cream Chocolate shavings (use a vegetable peeler on a block of semisweet chocolate to make shavings.)

PREPARATion Mix together cocoa powder and sugar. heat milk in a medium saucepan over very low heat with vanilla bean, chocolate, cinnamon, nutmeg and cocoa mixture. whisk thoroughly until chocolate has melted and milk begins to simmer. do not boil. Pour into two mugs and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

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did you know?

Portugese and English enslaved natives on the island of Ceylon (Sri Lanka’s former name) in efforts to monopolize production of ceylon and reap the pricey spice’s rewards.

By the late 18th century, however, the Arab delicacy had begun to lose prominence with the emergence of cassia cinnamon as an acceptable substitute. As early as 2800 B.C., Chinese doctors used cassia to treat colds, the flu and digestive problems. while Europeans still prefer the citrusy taste of ceylon, Americans favor cassia, made from the bark of the Cinnamomum cassia, an evergreen found throughout Asia.

Check the supermarket for ground cassia powder. Ceylon can be found in specialty spice stores and ethnic stores. Buy small quantities so the cinnamon doesn’t go stale and lose its flavor. To crush your own cinnamon from sticks, try using a coffee grinder. Both cinnamon powder and sticks are best stored in the cool darkness of your spice drawer. —MiChELE CoRRiSTon

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These jam-filled thumbprint cookies are a safe alternative to store-bought snacks, and making the prints in the dough is a fun way for the kids to help!

IngredIents

Thumbprint Gems

3 tbs. water 1 tbs. ground flaxseed meal 2¼ cups Bob’s red Mill all-purpose gluten-free baking flour 1½ tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. xanthan gum ½ tsp. ground nutmeg ¼ tsp. ground allspice ¼ tsp. ground cloves 1 cup organic palm fruit oil shortening ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract ½–¾ cup apricot or strawberry jam

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This quick and simple treat, similar to a York Peppermint Pattie, gives you a worry-free way to enjoy the smooth mixture of mint and a sweet candy coating.

IngredIents 1 lb. confectioners’ sugar (sifted) 5 tbs. organic palm fruit oil shortening 2½ tsp. peppermint extract ½ tsp. vanilla extract 6 tbs. Lyle’s golden syrup 12 oz. gluten-, soy-, dairy-, egg- and nut-free semisweet chocolate chips

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Combine the sugar, 3 tablespoons of shortening, and the extracts. Add Lyle’s Golden Syrup and mix thoroughly.

Scoop the dough in a tablespoon and roll into balls; place them on parchment paper and chill for 30 minutes.

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix the water and flaxseed and let sit for three to five minutes. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and powder, xanthan gum, salt and spices. Set aside.

Cream the shortening and sugars.

Add the flaxseed mixture, then continue beating, adding the vanilla extract.

Combine with the dry ingredients then mix—the dough will be coarse.

Roll tablespoonfuls of the dough into balls and place them two inches apart on parchment-covered baking sheets. Use your finger to create an indentation in the dough and fill with ½ teaspoon of jam.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, remove tray from oven and let sit for 10 minutes before removing the cookies.

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Use the bottom of a glass to press the balls into quarter-inch patties and chill for another 30 minutes.

Using a double boiler, stir the chocolate chips and remaining shortening until melted. Cool for 10 minutes.

Dip the patties in the chocolate, completely coating them, and return to wax paper. Dry in the refrigerator for one hour before serving.

Buckeyes

This tasty variation of the traditional Ohio treat has all the flavor without any of the allergens. Buckeyes were originally made with peanut butter and chocolate; this alternative version harnesses the sweet flavor and similar consistency of marshmallow and buttercream frosting.

IngredIents

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2 cups vanilla buttercream frosting (see recipe at right) 2 tbs. and 2 tsp. sunflower seed butter 24 oz. gluten-, soy-, dairy-, egg- and nut-free semisweet chocolate chips 2 tbs. canola oil Confectioners’ sugar (for coating hands)

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Using a stand mixer, beat the frosting and

sunflower seed butter until light and fluffy, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Coat your hands in confectioners’ sugar and scoop tablespoons of the frosting, rolling them between your hands to create balls. On two baking sheets lined with parchment paper, refrigerate the balls for at least one hour or until solid.

Melt the chocolate and oil in a double boiler and stir until smooth. After letting the chocolate cool for five minutes, use toothpicks to dip frosting balls in the chocolate until only a small circle is visible on top.

Place back on the baking sheets and refrigerate until chocolate is hard and shiny.

VanIlla ButterCream FrostIng IngredIents 2 cups organic palm fruit oil shortening 2 cups marshmallow cream (see recipe at right) 3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted 1 tbs. vanilla extract ½ tsp. salt

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In a stand mixer bowl, beat the marshmallow cream and shortening on medium-high for three minutes. Scrape

the sides of the bowl; add the sugar and salt and mix until it is light and fluffy. Blend in the vanilla until thoroughly combined. marshmallow Cream IngredIents ½ cup cold water 3 packages unflavored gelatin 2 cups lyle’s golden syrup 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted 1½ tsp. vanilla extract ½ tsp. salt

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Add the cold water to a small saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin into it. Let stand for five minutes, then add the Lyle’s Golden Syrup and heat on medium, stirring constantly, for about five minutes or until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

Pour the mixture into a stand mixer bowl and beat for three minutes on medium speed, then 12 minutes at medium-high speed. (It will become fluffy and very sticky, like commercial marshmallow cream.)

Stir in the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and salt until combined and beat on medium-high for two minutes; scrape the bowl and beat for an extra minute. —Maureen Scully

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to celebrate Sparkling wine, a holiday tr adition, iS more varied than you think BuBBles, BuBBles and more bubbles! Yes, it’s that time when we toast the year past and the one to come with a pop and a hiss and tons of holiday cheer. While headlines tell of economic woes, champagne and sparkling wine sales remain effervescent: They’re expected to be up at least 7 percent this year over 2010, with some brands like California’s Iron Horse seeing as much as a 24 percent jump.

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Hugh davies, winemaker at California’s schramsburg Vineyard (a.k.a. america’s House of sparkling Wine), says there are three reasons: “First, sparkling wine quality has never been higher. second,

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While they can still be dry like champagne, these less expensive styles are often fruitier in aroma and flavor. Champagne has more complex aromas and taste profiles including yeasty, fresh-baked bread as well as fresh-fruit attributes. sparkling wine that is made like champagne produces endless strands of teensy bubbles that create a frothy mousse (like the head of beer) when poured. There are now 10 to 12 California wineries making $20-and-up sparkling wines using the traditional methods. says bubbly maker davies: “The best of California’s sparkling wines rival the best made in Champagne or anywhere else in the world.”

From pale yellow to pink and from dry to sweet, there are many great California sparkling wines to choose from. our top picks include schramsburg Blanc de Blanc, $35, (Blanc de blanc means it’s made from 100 percent chardonnay), a lively and crisp wine that is still rich on the palate; and mumm napa Brut rosé, $22, (Brut means it’s dry, not sweet, and rosé means this sparkler will have a slightly pink or salmon color either from staying in contact with the skins of the red grapes during fermentation or from a dose of finished red wine), which smells of strawberries and raspberries with cream and pairs wonderfully with chocolate. These other american sparkling-wine producers will also help you celebrate in style: Iron Horse Vineyards, scharffenberger Cellars, roederer estate, Gloria Ferrer, domaine Carneros and argyle Winery. —Maureen C. Petrosky

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INDIGO SMOKE Southern-style barbecued comfort food, 1859 Springfield Ave., 973.275.6213

TOPA Z THAI Authentic Thai cuisine and home-style cooking, 137 Washington Ave., 973.759.7425 BAR CARA Authentic Italian fare including specialty pizzas, an extensive wine list and custom martinis, 1099 Broad St., 973.893.3681

THE QUIET MAN Irish pub food, 64 E. McFarlan St., 973.366.6333 BREANNA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Italian cuisine specializing in seafood dishes and center-cut pork chops, 34 Ridgedale Ave., 973.581.1418

HLS RESTAURANT Casual juice-bar café with vegetarian dishes, 1895 Springfield Ave., 973.763.1127

LORENA’S Sophisticated French BYO featuring foie gras, 168 Maplewood Ave., 973.763.4460

MES REVES French bistro menu in a café setting, 407 Broad St., 973.429.4888

DON JOSE Authentic Mexican cuisine, 200 Route 10 West #7, 973.781.0155

ST. JAMES’S GATE PUBLICK HOUSE Casual Irish pub fare, 167 Maplewood Ave., 973.378.2222

ORANGE SQUIRREL Contemporar y American and European cuisine, 412 Bloomfield Ave., 973.337.6421

PENANG MALAYSIAN CUISINE Authentic Malaysian and Thai fare, 200 Route 10 West #8, 973.887.6989

VERJUS Eclectic fare with modern French influences, 1790 Springfield Ave., 973.378.8990

SAFFRON INDIAN CUISINE Traditional and sophisticated Indian cuisine, featuring tandoori chicken and a vegetarian menu, 249 Route 10 East, 973.599.0700

BLACK HORSE TAVERN AND PUB Continental and American fare, 1 W. Main St., 973.543.7300

STAMNA Mediterranean/Greek taverna, 1045 Broad St., 973.338.5151

BOONTON

BOONTON DINER Classic American diner fare featuring “Johnny cakes,” made famous by The Sopranos, 909 Main St., 973.335.4897

FAIRFIELD

BOONTON AVENUE GRILLE American fare including fresh made-to-order specialty burgers, 108 Boonton Ave., 973.316.9090 BOONTON SUSHI HOUSE Japanese cuisine featuring numerous specialty rolls, 701 Main St., 973.394.8811

ROMA PIZZERIA Authentic Italian specialties and pizza with light focaccia crust and fresh ingredients, 709 Main St., 973.335.1614 THAI PING Traditional Thai cuisine, specializing in fresh seafood and vegetarian options, 811 Main Ave., 973.335.9541

CALDWELL

LUCE Eclectic Italian cuisine, 115 Bloomfield Ave., 973.403.8500 IL VECCHIO CAFE Italian offerings including homemade pastas, paninis and calzones, Calandra’s Italian Village, 234 Bloomfield Ave., 973.226.8889

CHATHAM

D’ORO RISTORANTE Fresh, light Italian fare, BYO, 219 Main St., 973.701.6990 RESTAURANT SERENADE Contemporar y French cuisine, 6 Roosevelt Ave., 973.701.0303 SCALINI FEDELI Modern Italian with a French flair, 63 Main St., 973.701.9200

CHESTER

FORMOSA CHINESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR Traditional Chinese fare with fresh seafood options, 79 W. Main St., 908.879.4848 THE PUBLICK HOUSE TAVERN & INN Continental fare with Italian influences and live entertainment, 111 Main St., 908.879.6878 REDWOODS GRILL AND BAR American cuisine with an emphasis on grilled beef, seafood and vegetables, 459 Main St., 908.879.7909 CAFE METRO Healthy American fare in a casual atmosphere, 60 Diamond Spring Rd., 973.625.1055 HUNAN TASTE Chinese cuisine, 67 Bloomfield Ave., 973.625.2782 VEGGIE HEAVEN Exclusively vegetarian Asian fare, offering meat substitutes for all Chinese classics, 57 Bloomfield Ave., 973.586.7800

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JOSE TEJAS Mexican fare, 647 Route 46 West, 973.808.8201 METRO GRILLE Eclectic international fare, 380 Route 206, 908.879.0051 SILVER SPRING FARM Charming French eater y, 60 Flanders-Drakestown Rd., 973.584.0202

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202 ITALIAN BISTRO Stylish bistro ser ving northern Italian fare, 177 Main St., 973.709.0093 SUNSET PUB & GRILL Traditional American fare with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, 425 Beaverbrook Rd., 973.694.8700

LIVINGSTON

EPPES ESSEN Jewish home-style cooking with classic deli specialties, 105 E. Mt. Pleasant Ave., 973.994.1120 BAUMGART’S CAFE American and Asian cuisine with a retro décor, 4175 Town Center Way, 973.422.0955 STRIP HOUSE Steak house with an extensive wine list, Westminster Hotel, 550 W. Mount Pleasant Ave., 973.548.0050

LONG VALLEY

LONG VALLEY PUB AND BREWERY American fare featuring a selection of award-winning beers, Restaurant Village at Long Valley, 1 Fairmount Rd., 908.876.1122 SPLASH! Modern seafood and pasta eater y, Restaurant Village at Long Valley, 1 Fairmount Rd., 908.876.9307

MADISON

54 MAIN An extensive menu of American cuisine, 54 Main St., 973.966.0252 IL MONDO VECCHIO Northern Italian fare, BYO, 72 Main St., 973.301.0024

DENVILLE

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BRUSCHETTA Italian cuisine, 292 Passaic Ave., 973.227.6164

FL ANDERS

CHILI WILLIE’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT Authentic Mexican cuisine specializing in homemade salsa with fresh ingredients, 702 Main St., 973.299.8775

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MENDHAM

DANTE’S RISTORANTE BYO restaurant with Italian cuisine, 100 E. Main St., 973.543.5401 SAMMY’S Traditional American steak house with dr y-aged steaks and seafood specials, 353 Mendham Rd. West, 973.543.7675 WICKER BASKET Specialty sandwich restaurant, 84 E. Main St. #B, 973.543.7279

MEYERSVILLE

CASA MAYA Sonoran-style Mexican fare, 615 Meyersville Rd., 908.580.0799 CHIMNEY ROCK INN Casual American fare featuring gluten-free options, 342 Valley Rd., 908.580.1100 MEYERSVILLE INN Eclectic fare with seafood and Italian and Cajun influences and specialty drinks, 632 Meyersville Rd., 908.647.6302

MILLBURN

BASILICO Upscale Italian fare with modern twists on traditional favorites, 324 Millburn Ave., 973.379.7020 CAFÉ MONET Casual French bistro, BYO, 309 Millburn Ave., 973.376.8555 CARA MIA Upscale, traditional Italian fare, 194 Essex St., 973.379.8989 MARTINI COCKTAIL BAR, BISTRO AND RESTAURANT American cuisine, including steaks and seafood, plus specialty martinis, 40 Main St., 973.376.4444 TINGA TAQUERIA Casual Mexican and barbecue, 321 Millburn Ave., 973.218.9500

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AROMA PALACE North and south Indian cuisine, 379 Bloomfield Ave., 973.744.0377 BLU Creative cuisine featuring duck and seafood, 554 Bloomfield Ave., 973.509.2202 CUBAN PETE’S Cuban Caribbean cuisine with a tapas menu, 428 Bloomfield Ave., 973.746.1100 DAI-KICHI Japanese fare, featuring sushi, 608 Valley Rd., 973.744.2954 EGAN & SONS American pub food, featuring seasonal salads, seafood and burgers, 118 Walnut St., 973.744.1413 ELEVATION BURGER Burgers made with organic, free-range, grass-fed beef, ser ved in an eco-friendly facility, also offering veggie burgers, 367 Bloomfield Ave., 973.783.8000

SHANGHAI JAZZ Gourmet Asian fare in an intimate ja zz club, 24 Main St., 973.822.2899

FOUR SEASONS KEBAB HOUSE Authentic Turkish cuisine with live music ever y Thursday night, 594 Valley Rd., 973.707.7651

SOHO 33 Sophisticated, eclectic comfort cuisine, 33 Main St., 973.822.2600

HALCYON Upscale seafood restaurant and lounge, 114 Walnut St., 973.744.4450

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where to eat HLS RESTAURANT Casual juice-bar café with vegetarian dishes, 387 Bloomfield Ave., 973.337.8925 NEXT DOOR Modern American fare with fish, chicken steak, and pasta, 556 Bloomfield Ave., 973.744.3600 OSTERIA GIOTTA Casual Italian BYO, 21-23 Midland Ave., 973.746.0111 UpTOwN 596 Upscale bistro food, 596 Valley Rd., 973.744.0915 VEGGIE HEAVEN Exclusively vegetarian Asian fare, offering meatless substitutes for all Chinese classics, 631 Valley Rd., 973.783.1088 THE wOOD pIT Casual American barbecue specializing in ribs, 108-110 Bloomfield Ave., 973.866.0128

MONT VILLE

COLUMBIA INN Italian and American cuisine and thin-crust pizza, 29 Route 202, 973.263.1300 THE MONT VILLE INN Contemporar y American fare, 167 Route 202, 973.541.1234

MORRIS PL AINS

HUNAN Chinese cuisine featuring crispy Chilean sea bass, 255 Speedwell Ave., 973.285.1117 LEMONGRASS Vietnamese and Thai fusion restaurant, 1729 Route 10 East, 973.998.6303 MINADO Japanese seafood buffet, 2888 Route 10 West, 973.734.4900 TABOR ROAD TAVERN New American fare, 510 Tabor Rd., 973.267.7004

MORRISTOWN

BLUE MOREL RESTAURANT AND wINE BAR New American cuisine using locally sourced ingredients and featuring a raw bar, 2 Whippany Rd., 973.451.2619 BRICK OVEN High-end traditional Italian fare made with fresh ingredients, 90 South St., 973.984.7700 ECLECTIC GRILLE Upscale American food with French, Italian and Mexican influences, 3 Speedwell Ave., 973.647.1234 GEORGE & MARTHA’S Fine American fare featuring fresh steak and seafood, 67 Morris St., 973.267.4700 GK’S RED DOG TAVERN Eclectic, contemporar y American dining, 1 Convent Rd., 973.585.5700 THE GRASSHOppER Traditional Irish pub and restaurant, 41-43 Morris St., 973.285.5150 THE GRAND CAFÉ French continental with Asian fusion, 42 Washington St., 973.540.9444 HLS RESTAURANT American cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients, plus a raw bar and a wine bar, 2 Whippany Rd., 973.451.2619 J HINARI SUSHI Elegant Japanese and Korean cuisine, 5 Pine St., 973.290.0017 MING II Reinvented Pan-Asian-inspired cuisine, 3 Speedwell Ave., 973.871.2323 ORIGIN THAI II Elegant French-Thai eater y, 10 South St., 973.971.9933 pAMIR Authentic Afghan cuisine and kabobs, 11 South St., 973.605.1095

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SEBASTIAN’S THE STEAKHOUSE New York–style steak house, 80 Elm St., 973.539.8545

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SIRIN Authentic Thai fare, 3 Pine St., 973.993.9122 UpTOwN Lounge restaurant with American cuisine and sushi, 4 John St., 973.829.3003

NEWARK

ADEGA GRILL Fine Portuguese and Spanish cuisine with a large wine selection, 130 Ferr y St., 973.589.0550 DON pEpE Traditional Spanish cuisine, offering fresh lobster and steak specials, 844 McCarter Hwy., 973.623.4662

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FORNO’S OF SPAIN RESTAURANT Authentic Spanish cuisine featuring fresh seafood, 47 Ferr y St., 973.589.4767 IBERIAN TAVERN AND RESTAURANT Casual Portuguese and Spanish fare featuring skewered chicken, beef, pork and sausage, 63-69 Ferr y St., 973.344.5611

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SEABRA’S MARISQUEIRA Fine Portuguese fare specializing in fresh seafood, 87 Madison St., 973.465.1250

Featuring dozens of top name brands in a quaint atmosphere.

SPANISH TAVERN Classic Spanish fare with an emphasis on pairing the right Spanish wine with the meal, 103 McWhorter St. #A, 973.589.4959

NUTLEY

AMERICAN BISTRO Italian-American fare, 24 Washington Ave., 973.235.0505 FRANKLIN STEAKHOUSE & TAVERN Casual American steak house featuring a variety of beef, seafood and salad options, 522 Franklin Ave., 973.667.1755

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PETER THE GREAT Fine Russian, Eastern European and Italian cuisine, 238 Franklin Ave., 973.562.6500 QUEEN MARGHERITA TRATTORIA Traditional Italian cuisine, specializing in brick-oven pizzas, 246 Washington Ave., 973.662.0007 RALPH’S UPSCALE Italian dining with awardwinning pizza, 564 Franklin Ave., 973.235.1130

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ORANGE

BELLA ITALIA RISTORANTE Upscale Mediterranean fare with fresh seafood, authentic veal dishes and seasonal ingredients, 535 Central Ave., 973.678.5538

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EL RANCHO GRANDE MEXICAN RESTAURANT Casual Mexican cuisine, 548 Main St., 973.678.8631 HAT CIT Y KITCHEN American comfort food with New Orleans influences and offering live music, 459 Valley St., 862.252.9147

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PARSIPPANY

ECCOLA ITALIAN BISTRO Italian fare with daily specials, 1082 Route 46 West, 973.334.8211 RUTH’S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE American steak house, 1 Hilton Ct., 973.889.1400

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CAFE AZZURO Upscale Italian BYO, 141 Main St., 908.470.1470 NINET Y ACRES Eclectic fare featuring local, seasonal items and a vast wine list, 2 Main St., 908.901.9500

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DON PEPE STEAK HOUSE, Spanish steak house, 58 Route 46 West, 973.808.5533

RANDOLPH

BLACK RIVER BARN Eclectic American fare, 1178 Route 10 West, 973.598.9988 LA STRADA Traditional Italian cuisine, 1105 Route 10 East, 973.584.4607 NICOLE’S TEN Hip eater y ser ving eclectic New American cuisine, 246 Route 10 West, 973.442.9311

RIVERDALE

ROSEMARY AND SAGE Contemporar y American cuisine, 26 Hamburg Tpk., 973.616.0606 RUPPERT’S RESTAURANT Casual American cuisine with Italian flair, 92 Route 23, 973.616.9800

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ROCKAWAY

CAFFE NAVONA Creative regional Italian cuisine, 147 Route 46 West, 973.627.1606 THE EXCHANGE American pub food featuring steaks, seafood and salads, 160 E. Main St., 973.627.8488

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SHORT HILLS

JOE’S AMERICAN BAR & GRILL Traditional American cuisine featuring fresh ingredients, The Mall at Short Hills, 1200 Morris Tpk., 973.379.4444 LEGAL SEA fOOdS Upscale eater y featuring fresh fish, The Mall at Short Hills, 1200 Morris Tpk., 973.467.0089

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SOUTH ORANGE

CAfÉ ARUGULA Traditional and nouveau Italian cuisine with a Tuscan flair, 59 South Orange Ave., 973.378.9099

WEST ORANGE

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