Morris|Essex Health & Life: November 2018

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Contents NOVEMBER

FEATURES 50

DRAWN TO THE BEDSIDE

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Nurses excel at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, as its new Magnet Hospital designation shows.

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BETTER BREAST CARE

Four big changes improve the diagnosis and treatment of a dangerous cancer.

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TAKING TIME FOR MS PATIENTS

Today’s multiple sclerosis treatment benefits from new medications, new technology—and an old virtue called patience.

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GE T TING THEIR GAME ON

A Denville designer helps a family turn their basement into Entertainment Central.

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FOREIGN FINDS

Sure, travel broadens you. But it also serves as design inspiration for your home. Check out the worldclass decor from these stunning— and exotic—destinations.

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A CALL TO ARMS

Chester native and former Major League Cy Young Award winner Rick Porcello stays grounded— even after a historic season with the Boston Red Sox.

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in our counties.

Recent reports and statistics, including the benefits of cocoa on the brain and the scoop about home blood-pressure monitors.

LOCAL BUZZ

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FOR MEN ONLY

When a jacket’s not quite needed, a light topper will keep you cozy and elevate your fall look.

HEALTH NEWS

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TASTES

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Cap your meal with one of these delicious Middle Eastern desserts— because the entrée shouldn’t be the only course with flavors to savor.

These statement bags punch up your look and offer hands-free ease.

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People have been singing the praises of blackstrap molasses for decades.

As off-the-shoulder looks keep trending, “short” necklaces are long on style.

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ST YLE WATCH

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HOME FRONT

Ward off autumn’s chill with these hot centerpieces.

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TALK OF THE TOWN

The magic of Boonton lies in its history.

POWER FOOD

SPIRITS

A refreshing herb can turn this classic cocktail into your next go-to drink.

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RESTAURANT REVIEW The historic Bottle Hill Tavern returns with a refreshed look and menu.

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GATHERINGS

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GRATITUDE MARKS OUR REACTION TO THE NEWS THAT Saint Barnabas Medical Center has received its 14th consecutive “A” rating from the Leapfrog Group, placing it among fewer than 50 hospitals nationwide to achieve this designation. We are grateful not only to the Leapfrog Group for its rigorous study of truly meaningful quality measures, but also to our staff and the community that supports us. Many people’s efforts have contributed to this honor, which we accept as a spur to keep improving, providing ever more effective care and an ever more satisfactory experience for patients and their families.

We are fortunate to have at Saint Barnabas Medical Center some physicians and surgeons with international reputations. But they would be the first to acknowledge that the key individual in the patient’s experience is often not the doctor, but the nurse. So we are especially pleased to have been named a Magnet Hospital by the American Academy of Nursing. Magnet Hospital designation helps to create a “virtuous cycle” of high-quality, compassionate care at the bedside: As you will read on page 50, by honoring the superlative efforts of our current nurses, it also makes it easier for us to keep on recruiting the profession’s finest.

Of course, optimal 21st-century medical care requires optimal tools too. Thus we take pride, not in technology for its own sake, but in the way it enables us to deliver the most up-to-date care. One timely example is the Ingenia Elition 3.0T wide-bore, high-definition magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system from Philips Healthcare, now located at the Imaging Center in our Ambulatory Care Center.

Saint Barnabas Medical Center is one of the first imaging sites in the country to debut this latest generation in MRI systems. Quieter and more comfortable than previous models, it provides simultaneous three-dimensional imaging capability and cuts scan times in half.

Accolades from outside organizations are important, but even more important to us are satisfied patients—people who have been restored to health at Saint Barnabas Medical Center and value it as a community resource. Most of all, we hope to keep earning an “A” rating from them—and from you.

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YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE immensely pregnant to have the urge to nest. There’s something about the leaves changing color and the temperature turning chilly that makes many of us retreat to the comfort of home. For me, autumn is when I crave cozy, and so our Home Issue is perfectly timed. What does nesting mean to you? It can be anything—big or small—that turns your living space into a place of comfort.

For Lisa and Brian Woolhouse, getting truly comfortable in their colonial didn’t happen until their three children became teenagers. That’s when Denvillebased designer Michaeline Fernandez turned the family’s basement into “entertainment central,” the new go-to room with a kitchenette/bar, gameroom/ poolroom, guest room and TV area. Turn to “Getting Their Game On” beginning on page 54 to see this transformation.

Of course, comfort in and out of the home can come on a small scale too: a crackling fire in the fireplace, soft chandelier lights, extra pillows here, a warm fleece throw there. In this month’s Home Front, we present a series of outdoor fire pits that will keep you and your friends toasty as you enjoy the brisk autumn air. See these hot centerpieces on page 26. Although there’s no place like home, traveling around the globe broadens you. Turn to “Foreign Finds” on page 60 for a selection of world-class decor inspired by four exotic destinations. You’ll surely want one or more of those items when guests gather at your home this fall, whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or cheering for the home team on a Sunday afternoon. If you’re doing the latter, consider the treats in “Sweet Sensations” (page 70) for a spin on classic Middle Eastern desserts—because sometimes the camaraderie and fellowship with others is better than the game itself!

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Who says you can’t continue the Oktoberfest fun well into November? Enjoy German-inspired beers and eats now—and all year—at these local hotspots.

Laundromat (4 Dehart St., Morristown, 973.455.0200, thelaundromatbar.com): No quarters necessary when lounging at this laundromat. This hidden-in-a-basement speakeasy is for guests 23 and up only (and no, that’s not a typo). They have live music, creative cocktails and a great selection of beer and wine every Wednesday through Saturday night.

Magnify Brewing Company (1275 Bloomfield Ave. #40C, Fairfield, magnifybrewing.com): This brewery has a rich and rustic tasting room that boasts an impressive selection of beer. Pro tip: Follow them on Twitter @magnifybrewing to see a list of drafts they have on tap daily.

Redd’s Biergarten (220 Market St., Newark, 973.877.6600, reddsbiergarten.com): Newark’s first beer garden, set in the heart of its Arena District, serves authentic German beers and cuisine, like spaetzle (noodles) and kassler ripchen (smoked pork). Now that’s Oktoberfest any time of the year.

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HBD, MARCUS B&P Celebrate this restaurant’s first birthday by stopping by for a meal. Last year, one of the world’s most recognized chefs, Marcus Samuelsson, opened Marcus B&P in Newark’s Central Business District. (For those keeping track, the “B” stands for bodega and the “P” is for parlor, pâtisserie and provisions.) The restaurant offers comfortable food with a bit of flare, including Samuelsson’s famous fried chicken and waffles and unique dishes like jerk white elf mushroom.

MARCUS B&P, 56 HALSEY ST., NEWARK, 973.645.0004; MARCUSBP.COM

GET A TASTE OF THIS PICKLE(BALL) Tennis is so 2017. The fastest-growing sport is pickleball—a variation on traditional tennis and ping-pong—where players use a paddle made of wood or composite material to swing a plastic ball over the net. More than 2.8 million Americans play it, and residents in Morris and Essex counties are catching on too.

Livingston unveiled its new pickleball courts at Heritage Middle School (20 Foxcroft Dr., Livingston, livingstonnj.org) in August and they’ve been a hit, attracting more than 60 players on Labor Day ranging in age from 9 to 85. The Tiger Racquet Club (42 Fairfield Pl., West Caldwell, tigertennisandfitness.com) hosts pickleball tournaments every Monday and Thursday as well as on select weekends. Not a pro yet? The club offers beginners’ clinics on Thursdays too.

SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT When you want to talk and eat, the Chit Chat Diner is the place to be. Like its sister location in Hackensack, the Chit Chat boasts a large, diverse menu that compares with the lengthy list of selections at some upscale chain restaurants. Of course, you’ll find diner classics like omelets and burgers, but patrons also will have the option of dishes like Jack Daniels pork chops or a 12 oz. sirloin aged 27 days.

Talk about good eats!

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ESPRESSO YOURSELF On Nov. 23, take a break from Black Friday shopping and indulge in a warm beverage for National Espresso Day. These local hotspots will hit the spot: Black Swan Espresso-Specialty Coffee and Tea (93 Halsey St., Newark, 862.367.9266): Here you’ll find donuts baked and delivered daily by Dough NYC, an assortment of delicious pastries and an extensive tea menu, which all would pair well with your fresh espresso.

Local Coffee (107 Watchung Ave., Montclair, 917.406.0464): This tiny coffee shop—that doesn’t feel so tiny due to its large windows and minimalistic design—provides its customers with exceptional coffee, flakey croissants and divine pastries.

TECH IT OUT

Nov. 30 is Computer Security Day, which makes now the best time to brush up on your tech skills. Teachers across the country are helping students do so by participating in Hour of Code. The initiative is a global effort where schools dedicate an hour per school year to introduce students to computer programming. Here are some local school districts that have participated: Dover Maplewood

Millburn Newark

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Rock ‘n’ Joe Espresso Café (339 Bloomfield Ave., Caldwell, 973.226.1116): Who knew coffee could be so cool? This rock ‘n’ roll-themed café offers up specialty drinks and tasty sandwiches in a space that feels more like an exclusive backstage lounge than a neighborhood espresso bar.

SNOOKI’S COMING TO TOWN

Get ready, Madison, because the Jersey Shore is moving into the neighborhood. Florham Park resident Nicole Polizzi LaValle—better known as “Snooki” from MTV’s Jersey Shore— has plans to expand her online clothing boutique, The Snooki Shop, into a brick-andmortar business. Polizzi expects to sell her brand of trendy clothing and accessories from a Main Street storefront. A grand opening date has not yet been announced. “If MTV follows her, it might put a nice spotlight on our town,” says Madison resident Jenna Dobson, 41. “As long as the rest of the Shore cast keeps the parties at their house, we’ll be just fine here.”

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BRING YOUR CHECKLIST Attention all shoppers: You don’t have to dive into crowded malls and endure lengthy lines this holiday season. There are dozens of arts and crafts fairs in Morris and Essex counties that are filled with one-of-akind pieces that would make the perfect gift. Here are some shows to check out: Nov. 30–Dec. 2 and Dec. 7–9, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closes at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays): Gingerbread Wonderland and Craft Show, The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 E. Hanover Ave., Morris Township.

Dec. 1; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Roxbury Company 2 Firehouse, 110 Shippenport Rd., Landing. Proceeds will benefit the fire company.

Dec. 7–9, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Holiday CraftMorristown, National Guard Armory, 430 Western Ave., Morristown.

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WELCOME TO

The median home value in Boonton is currently $386,500—up 2.6 percent over last year and predicted to rise 6.4 percent within the next year, according to Zillow.

Boonton THE MAGIC OF THIS TOP-RANKED COMMUNITY LIES IN ITS HISTORY.

FUN FACTS

n The historic New Jersey’s

Firemen’s Home is located on an 88-acre Lathrop Avenue estate. It’s one of the few in this nation that cares for full-time and volunteer firefighters. n Boontonware, a line of molded plastic dinnerware was manufactured in the township during the ’50s and ’60s. Ohio-based GMR Technology purchased the name and the rights to the molds in 2001. n Engineer Othmar Ammann (pictured) lived in town between 1918 and 1958. Among his design credits are the George Washington and Verrazzano bridges.

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Built in 1919, the theater is truly a walk back in time, but you can catch a more contemporary film there too.

Then there’s Boonton Falls. Once tied to iron-making here with a power only rivaled locally by Paterson’s Great Falls, today it’s an amazing vista that’s part of the 14-acre Grace Lord Park, which includes the Rockaway River. The 25 feet of cascading water and the meandering trails along the river create an ideal fall getaway and an Instagram wow.

The downtown saw the bustle of trolley cars and hotels at the turn of the century, but like the other attractions, it too is more than some juice for a photo album. The modern downtown thrives with car shows, a music and craft beer festival, and of course, restaurants and retail. Shopping truly is a mix, from Time to Consign and Quality Consignments for fashion finds, to Sinofilia for authentic Chinese tea and Karin Menzel for violins. The go-to place for costumes for any holiday (think turkeys and pilgrims for Thanksgiving) is Ann’s Costume & Magic Shop, and Time’s Tin Cup has Hollywood accent lamps and other unique décor to jazz up your home.

DINING

Let your taste buds trot the globe as you explore the wide variety of cultural delights this town has to offer.

II Michelangelo Italian Restaurant is where the Cascio family owners serve up selections inspired by their Sicilian heritage. At Fasil Mediterranean Restaurant, kebabs are a favorite among the classic dishes with a modern twist. Chili Willie’s Mexican Restaurant is where you can taste Grandma’s recipes as handed down to chef owner José, while Boonton Station 1904 plates classic American fare (pictured) in a historic train station setting.

LOCALS LOVE

n Keeping in step with

the Harmony Senior Drum Corps, which traces its roots to St. Mary’s Flute and Drum Band from 1886, and is always ready for a good parade. n Becoming familiar with the men and women in blue by having Coffee with a Cop. n Watching black bears roam the neighborhood—but from a safe distance!

MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME

Approximately $90,082, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau statistics.

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NEED A DESTINATION A STONE’S THROW AWAY TO soak up the glory of autumn? Don’t overlook Boonton Township, where farms usher in fall with a cornucopia of seasonal activities, like a corn maze or hoedown party.

With fresh produce handy, it’s not surprising that the town has an award-winning farmers market, held at the Plane Street parking lot. You’ll be part of a farm connection that goes back to Boonton’s roots, but this is hardly the only claim to fame for this vibrant 2-plus-square-mile Morris County town.

In fact, Boonton was named one of the most desirable communities to call home: Just what is its secret? It’s plain that beyond the convenient access to highways or shopping that ranges from antiques to Walmart, one of the town’s greatest treasures is its sense of history. You won’t find that history buried in some old book, but infused with everyday life.

To see what we’re talking about, visit the Darress Theatre— one of the few remaining vaudeville houses—where you can watch a silent movie (with organ accompaniment, of course).

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The percentage of people ages 65 and older who said they were very happy with their marriage. And those happily married pairs reported better physical health than couples who were less happy.

THE COCOA/ BRAIN CONNECTION Study participants who consumed 900 mg

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Sixty-year-olds performed just as well as people half their age in pattern recognition tests.

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GO AHEAD, CATCH UP ON SLEEP Think you can’t catch up on

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sleep? Researchers tracked the habits of 43,000 folks who supplemented their measly fivehour nightly slumbering with extra weekend hours. Turns out that those weekend nappers lived just as long as people who get the recommended seven hours of sleep per night.

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The number of severe sunburns that put you at triple the risk of developing melanoma. Dermatologists recommend applying sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 every two hours.

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SPARKLING VS STILL H2O

Bubbles are just as hydrating as still water, according to research.

It was once believed that bubbles took more time to be absorbed by the body, but that’s not the case. Bring on the fizz.

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MONITOR THAT MONITOR

Up to 70 percent of home blood-pressure devices have been shown to be off by 5 points. Experts recommend bringing yours to your doctor's office to ensure you're getting an accurate reading.

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It takes nearly 20 minutes—well, 18 minutes and 35 seconds—to see your doctor. How to cut down on the wait? Ask for the first appointment of the day and whether you can fill out forms in advance.

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BEWARE GLUTEN FREE Avoiding gluten is wise for those people suffering from celiac or other stomach disorders, but for those folks who have no such woes, cutting gluten could raise the risk of heart disease, according to the results of a study of 110,000 participants.

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AESTHETIC SMILES OF NJ

EDWARD A. ROMANO, D.D.S. AESTHETIC SMILES OF NEW JERSEY

310 Madison Ave. Morristown, NJ 07960 973.285.5480 | ASNJ.com OVER 30 YEARS AGO, before cosmetic dentistry was amongst the traditional services offered at most general dental practices, Dr. Edward A. Romano earned the distinction of becoming one of the first dentists in New Jersey to work, train and teach cosmetic dentistry. Today there are no better aesthetic results to be found.

Together, Dr. Romano and his associates, Dr Robert Bizzarro and Dr Kathleen Dunn “believe the level of care they bring to Aesthetic Smiles in helping patients understand all phases of their dental care is second to none. Based on trust and integrity. What would I do for a member of my family.� Dr. Romano may seem like a familiar face having been featured on high visibility media programs including Dateline NBC and CNN. Dr. Romano and Bizzarro teach as attending dentists at the Morristown Medical Center Dental Residency Program and Dr Romano taught cosmetic dentistry to dentists around the country and internationally.

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MORGAN READE, L.A.C., M.S. | NJ ADVANCED ACUPUNCTURE

6 Green Village Rd., Madison, NJ 07940 | 555 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 201.400.2261 | njadvancedacupuncture.com IF YOU’RE HOPING TO GET PREGNANT, eliminate chronic pain or help your child stop bed-wetting, go see Morgan Reade. Since opening his practice over a decade ago, he’s responsible for bringing over 500 babies into the world through treating couples with infertility issues with acupuncture. His work doesn’t stop there. Morgan also uses acupuncture to treat autoimmune issues, sports injuries and he helps children find relief for allergies, sensory disorders and gastrointestinal problems without the use of medications or surgery. As a board certified acupuncturist through NCCAOM with a Masters in Oriental Medicine, Morgan works with OB-GYNs, neurologists, pain specialists and other doctors when patients prefer avoiding invasive treatments. “People no longer wonder what acupuncture is,” he says. “Now, they ask friends for their acupuncturist’s name.” NJ Advanced Acupuncture accepts most insurances, a sure sign that acupuncture gets results.

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PLASTIC SURGERY

MOKHTAR ASAADI, M.D., F.A.C.S. ASAADI PLASTIC SURGERY

101 Old Short Hills Rd., West Orange, NJ 07052 973.731.7000 620 Park Ave., New York, NY 10065 212.938.0158 asaadiplasticsurgery.com A PERFECTIONIST IN HIS FIELD, Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi has an impressive background. Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, Dr. Asaadi has completed extensive education in both the U.S. and overseas. He continues to perfect his skill with ongoing professional education.

Dr. Asaadi provides surgical treatment for breast enhancement, body contouring and facial rejuvenation. Recently published in the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal for his work in Congenital Festoons and Malar Mounds, he has produced success in treating this condition known as puffiness below the lower eyelids. He performs this challenging surgery, which most plastic surgeons avoid due to its complicated nature and necessity of diagnosing the festoon as congenital or as acquired over time.

Dr. Asaadi has received interest from a range of patients around the world; both young and mature. He is frequently lecturing on this cutting edge topic in the US and internationally.

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FACIAL AESTHETICS

MARIE BARBUTO BSN, RN, CANS, CPCP AESTHETIC SKIN CARE

310 Madison Ave., Ste. 210 Morristown, NJ 07960 973.993.5100 | skincareofnj.com RETHINK INK: TATTOOING CAN BE A SOLUTION. Marie Barbuto was the first Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist in NJ, is an advanced Nurse Injector and Certified Permanent Cosmetic and Medical Tattoo Specialist. Board-certified by both the American Academy of Micropigmentation and the American Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals, Marie has been practicing non-surgical facial aesthetics for over 15 years.

Marie’s expertise lies in performing the latest anti-aging procedures, as well as cosmetic/medical tattooing. She uses tattooing methods to create solutions for alopecia (hair loss on brows and scalp), for aesthetic improvement for cancer survivors and to treat/camouflage surgical scars.

She specializes in 3- Dimensional Nipple/Areola Tattoo following Breast Cancer Reconstruction and Mastectomy.

Knowing that decisions regarding one’s looks are personal, Marie’s goal is promoting an increased sense of well-being and confidence for every patient.

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CHILD CUSTODY TANYA L. FREEMAN, ESQ. WEINER LAW GROUP LLP

629 Parsippany Rd., Parsippany, NJ 07054 | 973.352.8713 | tanyafreemanesq.com TANYA L. FREEMAN IS A PARTNER and Co-Chair of the Family Law Department at Weiner Law Group LLP. She maintains offices in Parsippany, Jersey City, Bridgewater and Red Bank. Tanya is an accomplished attorney who provides legal representation in all aspects of family law, including divorce, child and spousal support, child custody, interstate custody and relocation disputes, as well as domestic violence matters. Prior to the practice of law, Tanya spent fifteen years in key roles leading audit teams in the banking and insurance industries. Tanya’s extensive corporate background enhances her ability to effectively represent clients with high net worth cases involving significant assets, as well as cases concerning owners of closely held businesses. Tanya has represented clients in cases involving corporate executives, professional athletes, television personalities, and other high-profile celebrities. “Family law is a perfect combination of my financial, legal, and negotiation skills,” says Ms. Freeman.

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REJUVENATION THE SPA AT MECCA

333 U.S. 46 West, Building A | Fairfield, NJ 07004 | 973.943.4300 | meccaspa.com A CLIENT’S INNER BEAUTY is the focus at The Spa at Mecca. The staff strives to produce natural, subtle results that both enhance appearance and help clients feel their best. Through the use of non-surgical, minimally-invasive skin and body procedures, the staff at Mecca rejuvenates clients with little-to-no down time. Services offered include Botox, Filler, Kybella, Facials, HydraFacials, Peels, Dermaplaning, Laser Hair Removal, Waxing, Massage Therapy, Medically-Supervised Weight Loss and Lila Strawberry Inch-Loss Laser. Their dedicated providers receive the best training in the industry, and their physicians have over 15 years of experience.

They evaluate each client with thoughtfulness, taking time to listen to individual appearance concerns. After careful consideration, each client is offered a treatment plan that fits their budget and achieves desired results. The Spa at Mecca is proud of the personal relationships it builds with each client and the life-changing, stellar experiences they provide.

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YOUR PERSONAL JEWELER WALTER BAUMAN JEWELERS

653 Eagle Rock Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052 | 973.731.3155 521 Main St., Boonton, NJ 07005 | 973.794.4884 244 Rte. 46 East, Fairfield, NJ 07004 | 862.702.3013 walterbauman.com CELEBRATING ITS 150TH YEAR in the jewelry business this year, Walter Bauman Jewelers has been the family jeweler of choice since 1868. Walter Bauman, the current owner, who grew up in the business says, “Our philosophy remains the same—take care of the customer.” That philosophy has earned them a reputation for providing attractive value, superior service and a unique expertise in jewelry.

In addition to offering a large selection of the latest styles in fine jewelry and bridal settings, clients know they can go to Walter Bauman for jewelry buy-backs, appraisals and repairs.

As New Jersey’s premier retailer of estate jewelry, Walter Bauman Jewelers offers an impressive selection from sought-after designers, such as David Yurman, Cartier and Rolex, at more attractive prices. Their customers know they can find one-of-a-kind pieces, like vintage Van Cleef and Arpels, Tiffany and Bulgari. There are plenty of reasons for 150 years of success.

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ORTHODONTICS

DAVID J. CAGGIANO, M.S., D.M.D. CAGGIANO ORTHODONTICS 316 Parsippany Rd., Parsippany, NJ 07054 973.887.8780 | morriscountybraces.com As the Author of A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Orthodontics: How to Confidently Choose the Best Orthodontist for your Family, Dr. Caggiano understands the importance of feeling confident that you are getting the best treatment possible to help create your perfect smile. His background in biomedical engineering and experience as a general dentist make him uniquely qualified.

Staying at the forefront of orthodontic technology is how Dr. Caggiano keeps his promise to offer his patients innovative orthodontic solutions. He was one of the first orthodontists in New Jersey to use digital impression scanners and 3D printers, allowing for impression free treatment.

Dr. Caggiano takes pride in delivering quality orthodontic treatment with great customer service, that’s why him and his team are confident, “You’ll Love the Way We Make You Smile!”

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FAMILY LAW

LAUFER, DALENA, CADICINA, JENSEN & BRADLEY, LLC 23 Cattano Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960 | 973.285.1444 | lauferfamilylaw.com WITH 100 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE, the law firm of Laufer, Dalena, Cadicina, Jensen & Bradley has had a long prominent presence in Morris County. A firm committed to family law and related matters, its lawyers handle divorce, custody, relocation, domestic violence, pre-nuptial agreements and domestic partnership disputes. The firm is also recognized for its mediation, arbitration and collaborative law alternative dispute resolution options. Its attorneys are actively involved with the Morris County Bar Association where William Laufer has served as a past President and partners Christine Dalena, Joseph Cadicina, James Jensen and Terryann Bradley are members. Cadicina is also an Officer/trustee. The firm’s lawyers are court-approved economic mediators and have a reputation for dealing aggressively and successfully with family law issues. The offices are conveniently located directly across from the Morris County Courthouse.

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MATRIMONIAL LAW

ALLEN J. SCAZAFABO, JR. RIKER DANZIG SCHERER HYLAND & PERRETTI LLP Headquarters Plaza One Speedwell Ave., Morristown, NJ 07962 973.451.8428 | riker.com COMPASSION FOR CLIENTS throughout the divorce process has kept the law firm at the forefront of its peers. With a reputation of professionalism among colleagues, clients and the courts, Riker Danzig Scherer Hyland & Perretti is led by attorneys who give attention to the details of each case.

Partner Allen J. Scazafabo, Jr. has built his reputation by adjusting strategy and style to respond to a client’s needs and concerns. His belief that there is more than one way of creatively resolving legal issues that arise through the divorce process has allowed clients to feel that they are heard. He provides guidance on emotional and professional issues that arise, connecting his clients with appropriate outside professionals.

Always considering the risk-reward relationship of any action, Allen listens intently to his clients before making recommendations. He believes in being aggressive, exactly when and where it counts and where it achieves results. Please feel free to email Allen at ascazafabo@riker.com.

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MEDICAL AESTHETICS ÉTOILE COSMETIC MEDICINE STUDIO

1247 Sussex Turnpike, Suite 110, Randolph, NJ 07869 | 973.668.9106 | etoilestudio.com DR. DAWN GANGI, A LEADER IN AESTHETIC MEDICINE, set out a decade ago to create Étoile Cosmetic Medicine Studio, a medical aesthetics practice that embraces a balance between technical excellence, professionalism and personalized care.

Her signature style is to create a prescriptive aesthetics plan through careful and thoughtful conversation with her patient.

While Dr. Gangi uses her top medical skill and experience to perform treatments, she explains, “Aesthetics is a unique field of medicine in which desire takes precedence over need. Skill is required to carry out treatments—but listening, understanding, caring, and partnering with patients is required to create the best treatment plan to help each individual look and feel their best.”

Creating natural, elegant and youthful faces in a patient-centered practice has earned Dr. Gangi and her dedicated staff The Best of Morris top Medical Spa for the last 5 years in a row.

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VIBRANCE MED SPA The Shoppes at Union Hill | 3056 State Route 10 West | Denville, NJ 07834 | 973.328.1700 | VibranceMedSpa.com FOR A MORE BEAUTIFUL, YOUTHFUL YOU, look no further than Vibrance MedSpa, a premier medical spa providing a relaxing environment while offering treatments to achieve superior aesthetic results. In business for over ten years, Vibrance assures its clients that they will receive the highest standard of care. The Board-certified physicians and medical aestheticians are highly-trained according to Vibrance standards. For six years, Dr. Ken DiStefano, Jr. has delivered results for Vibrance clients who want to know that they are in the most capable hands. He has dedicated his career to achieving successful results through tried-and-true methods performed in a safe environment. Prior to treatment, clients have a comprehensive consultation which defines the patient’s aesthetic goals and assists in designing the appropriate treatment course. Dr. DiStefano, known for his personal attention, uses a combination of dermal fillers, lasers treatments, BotoxŽ and the new Vibrance Lyft to produce the most natural-looking effect.

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DIVORCE LAW SANDRA C. FAVA FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP

49 Market St., Morristown, NJ 07960 | 973.994.7564 | foxrothschild.com DIVORCE IS NEVER AN EASY CHOICE. According to Sandra Fava, a partner in the Fox Rothschild’s Morristown office, once you have made the decision, it is important to surround yourself with people who will support you through the process. While this means your family and your friends, it also means professionals like the right attorney and possibly a therapist. Sandra, who has dedicated her legal career to the thoughtful and diligent representation of clients in divorce matters, uses her diverse experience to show clients that the divorce process does not have to be frightening or frustrating. Sandra uses her extensive knowledge of the law and the process to guide her clients, while at the same time, working to reduce the emotional distress that may accompany the experience. Sandra recommends the most appropriate solutions for each unique person and their situation.

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MEANINGFUL EDUCATION MOUNT SAINT DOMINIC ACADEMY

3 Ryerson Ave., Caldwell, NJ 07006 | 973.226.0660 | msacademy.org

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AN EDUCATION AT MOUNT SAINT DOMINIC ACADEMY reflects the Four Pillars of Dominican life: study, prayer, mission and community. These serve as the foundation for a successful and meaningful future.

Prepared with this foundation, the Mount’s young women go on to make a lasting impact on the world. Students develop skills in critical inquiry and communication, establishing the basis for a lifetime of truth through knowledge and dialogue.

At the Mount, there is the belief that excellence is not limited to the classroom. Engagement in non-academic pursuits contributes to the complete development of the self, with co-curricular activities complementing classroom-based endeavors.

Mount Saint Dominic students serve others, both at school and in the world beyond.

OPEN HOUSE DATES SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2018 – 12:00 PM | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2019 – 6:30 PM

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ART IN AESTHETIC SURGERY SCOTT A. SPIRO, M.D.. F.A.C.S. ALEXIS L. PARCELLS, M.D..

SPIRO PLASTIC SURGERY

101 Old Short Hills Rd., Suite 510, West Orange, NJ 07052 973.736.5907 | drspiro.com SPIRO PLASTIC SURGERY HAS RECENTLY EXPANDED its commitment to Art in Aesthetic Surgery with Dr. Alexis Parcells offering a full complement of laser services including fractional CO2 facial resurfacing, hair removal, tattoo ablation, scar treatment, and radiation tattoo removal. Both Dr. Spiro and Parcells blend art and science while striving to deliver the best outcomes in facial aesthetic surgery (facelift, eyelids, rhinoplasty), aesthetic surgery of the breast and body (breast augmentation, lifts, reductions, tummy tucks, liposuction, fat grafting), breast cancer reconstruction and even artistry with Botox and fillers.

Whether it is combining composite SMAS, fat grafting and a discerning eye to facial rejuvenation surgery, using auto augmentation techniques in breast lifting, creating soft natural feeling and appealing breasts in augmentation by differential muscle release, providing a balance of core strength with aesthetic shape in tummy tuck, orchestrating a ballet of modest changes to yield a natural nose, and bridging the gap between “reconstruction� and aesthetics in cancer reconstruction to provide breast augmentation or breast lift like outcomes for mastectomy patients, Dr. Spiro and Parcells consider every patient and every case an opportunity to create something magical.

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THE LEADING NEUROSURGICAL PRACTICE IGEA BRAIN & SPINE

Located throughout New Jersey and NYC | 866.524.0478 | igeaneuro.com PROVIDING LEADING SUPPORT AND CARE is never optional. This is the principle by which the team at IGEA Brain & Spine operates its practice. When individuals are confronted with a serious brain, spine, neurological, or orthopedic problem, they arrive at medical offices anxious and scared, but the feeling of being alone on their journey ends the moment they walk through the door. The reason for this calming influence is the fact that the IGEA world-class team of physicians empathizes with patients’ fears, and employs a consultative, customized approach to treatment based upon the individual’s unique needs. Led by Drs. David Poulad, Adam Lipson, Ciro Randazzo, Anil Nair, Charles Gellido, Arun Rajaram, and Anthony DeMarco, the staff at IGEA Brain & Spine provides care at state-of-the-art facilities using the most advanced medical equipment. We believe this commitment to excellence should never be optional, and at our facilities, it never is.

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PAT I E N T CAR E AT S A I N T B A R N A B A S M E D I C A L C E N T E R

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NURSES EXCEL AT SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER, AS ITS NEW MAGNET HOSPITAL DESIGNATION SHOWS. A MAGNET IS A POTENT METAPHOR— ask anyone who’s ever seen iron filings scurry into position. In health care that metaphor describes a special kind of attraction: the way fine hospitals gather fine nurses and help them to be their best.

This year, Saint Barnabas Medical Center has been honored by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN) as one of the 8 percent of institutions given a Magnet Hospital designation for the quality of their nursing.

In 1990, the AAN formed the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and created the Magnet Hospital Recognition Program for

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Excellence in Nursing Services. The exacting standards required to earn Magnet recognition mean fewer than 10 percent of all hospitals in the nation are so honored each year.

“This is the gold standard for nursing excellence,” says Jennifer O’Neill, DNP, APN, NEA-BC, chief nursing officer (CNO) at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. The ANCC is looking for organizations that demonstrate nursing excellence “by empowering front-line staff in decision making, having highperforming, transformational leadership teams and having outstanding quality outcomes, including nurse-sensitive indicators, such as falls, pressure

Jennifer O’Neill, chief nursing officer

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injuries, central line infections and catheter urinary tract infections—things associated with day-to-day nursing care,” she says.

The center also measures how long patients must wait to be seen in the emergency room—“We were rated ‘exemplary’ for emergency department measures,” O’Neill says—and a healthy, positive work environment for the nursing staff. It considers the infrastructure of the nursing department and communication among staff, physicians and administration.

The ANCC hopes to see that nurses are part of important committees and involved in decision making. It looks at community outreach efforts and for an environment that fosters professional development with perks such as tuition reimbursement and bonuses for specialty certification or for the professional development program Saint Barnabas Medical Center calls the “clinical ladder.” All of this goes into making an institution a Magnet. “If we advance professionalism and education, it enhances the work environment, reduces turnover and improves patient outcomes,” says O’Neill.

The award is “a validation of the great nursing care that is delivered here,” says Gregory Rokosz, D.O., J.D., chief medical officer. “It is a very metric-driven recognition, one that is very difficult to

achieve.” As the physician leader, he and the other doctors know how valuable nursing care is. “Health care is a team sport,” he says. “To reduce medical errors, we need great communication between the doctors and nurses. That translates to better and safer patient care.”

The medical center decided to strive for the honor in 2015, a year after O’Neill was named CNO, and tapped Deanna Paxos, MSN, RN-BC, CNL, director of Clinical Excellence and Innovation, to spearhead the effort. “A significant amount of work goes into this,” O’Neill says. By 2017 they were ready to tackle the more than 2,000-page application. “We wrote the application in four months, which is unheard of,” she says. “It took a real team effort at all levels to write and edit the document, meet its requirements, and also to collect the data and show we were adhering to evidence-based practices.”

The physicians and the entire staff were fully invested in the process. “I was always asking Jennifer, ‘How are we doing?’

‘What do you need?’” Dr. Rokosz says.

“At one point she told me, ‘I think you want this more than we do!’ We were very engaged in this process.”

So were those at the very top of the organization. “It is a true interdisciplinary approach to patient care and our strong

nursing leadership that reinforce the medical center’s culture of excellence,” says CEO Stephen P. Zieniewicz, FACHE. “A special ‘thank you’ to Jennifer and Deanna for their leadership and unwavering dedication in our mission of providing compassionate care. This recognition gives our community the ultimate benchmark in patient care.”

That care is enhanced when hospitals can establish and maintain a solid nursing staff, and the Magnet award has already made a difference in that effort, which is critical given the nationwide shortage of qualified nurses. “It significantly helps with recruitment and retention of nurses,” O’Neill says. “They want to work in Magnet organizations. In the month since we received the honor we have already seen an increase in applications.” Patients can also feel confident that their nurses are continually increasing their knowledge and expertise through professional development and continuing education requirements, she says.

“As CNO, I am really proud of the work our nurses do, day in and day out,” she says. “They create an environment that truly provides compassionate care, which is why we all go into nursing in the first place. You feel that every day in every one of our units.”

And you can see the attraction.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT NURSING SERVICES AT SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER, CALL 973.322.8077 OR VISIT RWJBARNABASHEALTHCAREERS.ORG. TO SHARE THIS ARTICLE WITH A FRIEND OR TO RECOMMEND IT ON YOUR FACEBOOK PAGE, VISIT MSXHEALTHANDLIFE.COM.

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BETTER BREAST

CARE 3 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE TREATMENT OF A KEY CANCER.

M. Michele Blackwood, M.D., FACS

DESPITE DECLINING DEATH RATES, BREAST CANCER STILL claims the lives of more than 40,000 American women each year. And according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 242,476 new cases of breast cancer in 2015, the last year for which complete incidence data are available. Saint Barnabas Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH) facility, cares for more women with breast cancer than any other hospital in the area. Its patients have peace of mind knowing there is a team of surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, patient navigators, genetic counselors and psychosocial support ready to meet their needs. Here are three things you should know about the care delivered by our team.

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It’s more personalized. “Our multidisciplinary team puts a treatment program together that is geared to the individual patient and the biology of her specific cancer,” says M. Michele Blackwood, M.D., medical director, Breast Surgery, northern regional director of Breast Services for RWJBarnabas Health, and a member of Barnabas Health Medical Group. “The members of our team work together to bring the appropriate technology and expertise to each patient.”

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Says Dr. Blackwood: “Our relationship with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, provides Saint Barnabas Medical Center with access to the latest clinical trials. This assures patients the best of all worlds: the personal, high-touch practices we all like, and with the benefit of the best and brightest in knowledge and technology.”

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It’s more precise. In one of the most exciting advances in cancer care, malignant cells can now be studied at the molecular level to determine the right medicines, the right surgery or the right combination of the two to completely cure that cancer. Says the doctor: “That’s where we’re going to win the war on cancer.”

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It’s more future-oriented. Genetic testing now makes it possible to focus on tomorrow as well as today. Information the Breast Center can provide to a patient may impact her family’s welfare for many years. “If a patient has a genetic mutation that we find,” says Dr. Blackwood, “we can actually prevent some cancers in the generations to come.

That’s a huge legacy to leave behind.”

The Breast Center at Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center provides comprehensive screening, evaluation and treatment. Thus it furnishes all of the services needed for

early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer and other breast diseases. Screening recommendations are shaped by knowledgeable professionals based on the individual’s history; for most women that will mean annual screening mammography starting at age 40.

“Patients who have difficulty in their struggle against breast cancer take a piece of our heart and our soul,” says Dr. Blackwood. “We never want anyone not to thrive after their cancer care and cancer surgery. We’ll take care of you, we’ll take care of your family, and we’ll make sure we offer you the best care possible.”

YOU’RE NOT ALONE

According to the Breast Cancer Foundation, if you’re a breast cancer survivor in the United States, you belong to an exclusive club—with 3.3 million members.

TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE CENTER FOR BREAST HEALTH AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT, CALL 973.322.7020.

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TAKING TIME

FOR MS PATIENTS TODAY’S MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS TREATMENT BENEFITS FROM NEW MEDICATIONS, NEW TECHNOLOGY—AND AN OLD VIRTUE CALLED PATIENCE.

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AN ESTIMATED 1 MILLION AMERICANS have multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune disease in which the immune system causes inflammation that damages nerve fibers and myelin, the fatty substance that surrounds and insulates those nerves. That damage can produce a variety of symptoms, including problems with walking, vision, and bladder and bowel control, chronic pain and fatigue and psychological problems, such as mood swings and depression. But treatment for MS and its troubling symptoms has taken a great leap forward.

More than a decade ago, RWJBarnabas Health, then known as the Saint Barnabas Health Care System, created a special program to care for patients with MS. Over the past year or so, the system has greatly expanded this program, investing in new physicians and state-of-the-art technology embracing a new philosophy that addresses the special needs of patients with this disease. One of these needs is simply the time it takes to treat them optimally.

In September 2017, Andrew Sylvester, M.D., was recruited from a large MS practice in New York City to become the medical director of the Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center. “I was very happy in New York and never thought I’d leave, but RWJBarnabas gave me the means to develop the center here with the vision we had there,” he says.

“The goal was to bring this MS center to an elite level. I brought with me the principles of care that were successful at my previous job.”

The primary principle of care, he says, is spending enough time with patients. His team allots up to two hours for an initial visit, covering everything from medical history and symptoms to personal beliefs and concerns. “We want to know their kids, their passions, what makes them tick,” Dr. Sylvester says. “We spend enough time to make sure all their needs are met.” They then evaluate the state of their disease with appropriate testing, which typically includes magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and blood tests. “We want to get a sense of whether their MS is being controlled and what the severity or stage of the disease is so we can devise a proper strategy to treat it,” he says. Then

they meet with the patient again—for another 45 to 60 minutes—to review the test results, talk about the state of their disease and cover all the treatment options that may be appropriate for them. That means focusing on the symptoms as well as the disease.

Many other MS centers focus on the disease “but rarely delve into treating the symptoms,” Dr. Sylvester says. “Here we consider symptom management as important as disease management.

Symptoms are what affect patients in their daily lives, so they are key.” His team follows each patient closely to fine-tune treatments until symptoms are under control. “For most issues,

MANY OTHER MS CENTERS FOCUS ON THE DISEASE “BUT RARELY DELVE INTO TREATING THE SYMPTOMS. HERE WE CONSIDER SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT AS IMPORTANT AS DISEASE MANAGEMENT. SYMPTOMS ARE WHAT AFFECT PATIENTS IN THEIR DAILY LIVES, SO THEY ARE KEY.” —ANDREW SYLVESTER, M.D. there are many treatment options,” he says. “We can usually find something that works with no side effects or with insignificant ones.”

A host of recently developed medications now offer MS patients more and better options for both disease control and symptom management.

The first wave of MS medications was effective but needed to be injected by

the patient, which was difficult for many, says Matthew Tremblay, M.D., Ph.D., an MS specialist who joined Dr. Sylvester’s team earlier this year. (Both doctors are members of Barnabas Health Medical Group.) In the early 2000s, oral medications came on the scene, but they treated only the relapsing form of MS. “Until about 2017, there were still no treatments for primary progressive MS, which is less common and has a later age of onset,” Dr. Tremblay says.

The most recent MS medication was approved for treating both types of MS, with the added benefit of needing to be administered only twice a year. “That has been a game changer,” he says. The next wave of medicines over the coming few years will address repairing neurons in the early stages of the disease, he predicts. By then, people with earlystage MS “may have the opportunity to have normal, active lives until retirement age,” he says.

On the physical therapy front, new computer-aided devices use electrical stimulation to help with walking. “For each phase of your gait, they can determine whether your leg and foot are in correct alignment for that part of the stride, and help prevent tripping and normalize walking without the need for braces,” says the doctor. There are also new medications that increase walking endurance and speed, as well as others to help with bladder function, fatigue, insomnia and other symptoms.

The center has been completely renovated, and new nursing staff has been hired along with Dr. Tremblay. Saint Barnabas Medical Center also invested in a new MRI machine, right downstairs from the MS center. “It is the most modern machine that is commercially available,” Dr. Sylvester says. “Its powerful technology cuts imaging time in half.”

The Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center offers the services of other specialists needed to care for MS, including urologists, ophthalmologists, sleep specialists, mental health experts and social workers.

“We offer one-stop shopping for MS care,” Dr. Sylvester says. “You can see your doctor, go down for an MRI, go to PT, maybe see a sleep specialist, all under one roof. We put patients first and ensure that they are satisfied with their care.”

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS COMPREHENSIVE CARE CENTER, CALL 973.322.7484 OR GO TO RWJBH.ORG/ACC. TO SHARE THIS ARTICLE WITH A FRIEND OR TO RECOMMEND IT ON YOUR FACEBOOK PAGE, VISIT MSXHEALTHANDLIFE.COM.

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GAME ON! A LONG-AWAITED REDESIGN TURNS A BASEMENT INTO ENTERTAINMENT CENTRAL.

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With the introduction of a stylish bar, Carrara quartz for the kitchen counters and a custom pool table, a Clinton family’s basement was at last the go-to room they needed. Designer Michaeline Fernandez repurposed a small window to create the wine cabinet, seen here.

A FAMILY OF POOL AFICIONADOS FOUND themselves behind the eight ball with their DIY basement, but it was nothing that a designer couldn’t fix.

After moving to a Clinton colonial 10 years ago, Lisa Woolhouse and her husband, Brian, needed a kid-friendly basement and tackled the job themselves. Their strategy? Utilize every bit of the 1,500 square feet. The problem?

They aren’t as good at decorating as they are at pool. Still their effort worked—that is until their three children hit their teens.

“As the kids grew, we needed a more grown-up room for a lot of different activities,” Lisa says, describing her dream basement as “entertainment central,” where pool tournaments, family game night, sleepovers and more all had a place.

They finally realized their go-to room when, in 2011, they invited Michaeline Fernandez, of Denville-based CYS Design, to work her magic with flooring of wood-plank vinyl and textured carpet, recessed LED lighting “to keep the space bright” and a color scheme of gray, white and warm brown with a pop of sunny yellow.

“It was very plain, nothing fancy, no character whatsoever,” Fernandez says. “We changed everything, took a wall down and made it an open concept with a separate guest room.”

It’s open, yes, but Fernandez recognized that a big space needs definition, so she split it up into a kitchenette/bar, gameroom/poolroom, guest room and TV area.

“She created very distinct spaces all the while keeping it open,” says Lisa, who marveled at how Fernandez envisioned two pony walls to give the TV room its own identity. They struck a winning combo there by teaming up the existing camel sofa with custom pillows, recycled fruit wood for the media console and coffee table and film reels on the walls (lest anyone forget they’re in the TV room). “It has a depth of grain, which is what we like about it,” Fernandez says of the fruit wood.

Fernandez went beyond plain in the kitchenette by using high-quality material one might be surprised to discover in a basement. (We’re talking Carrara quartz for the counters!) Adding a bar was kind of a natural, but she also repurposed space to build a wine cabinet—and the couple never missed its predecessor, a small window next to sliders that already let the sun shine in. Stained and painted maple for the cabinets added design interest. “She has that vision,” Lisa says. “She was able to look at the space and bring a new dimension.”

For the cherry-wood custom pool table that sees a lot of action, Fernandez discovered a “cool” fixture: brushed nickel track lighting that doesn’t hang as low as typical pool

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This page: Gigantic film reels on the walls and two defining half-walls leave no question you’re in the TV room where a comfy camel sofa, with warm brown accent pillows, beckons you to stay a while. Opposite page: The bathroom remodel created an artsy tile wall highlighted by the clear glass door, giving spa quality to what had been bare-bones decor.

lights, as this tall family appreciates. The cherrywood game table is also custom made with four geometric-patterned upholstered chairs on casters (because living should be easy).

There was no guest room for visiting in-laws before Fernandez transformed the basement.

But she was able to bring dead space to life with French doors that gave the entrance a touch of class. And with yellow as a burst of color in pillows and bedding, the guest room can’t help but be light and bright—a necessary component since there’s just a small window there. Grays and whites provide a unifying thread with the main space, and custom-framed fabric “brings it all together,” with gray carpeting for texture, says Fernandez.

The remodel also transformed a small bathroom from what Lisa called “builder’s special” into one of Brian’s favorite spots in the house.

No longer bare-bones, white in color, with a tiny vanity and tub, Fernandez describes the new bathroom as “very natural with sand, cream and gray.” But the most dramatic feature for Lisa was how tiles give the rich look of real stone.

“The tile behind the (shower) glass is what really popped; it almost looked like a spa water feature,” she says.

Look deeper than the beauty of this makeover, and you’ll find sensible materials designed to fit an active lifestyle. “I didn’t want to treat it like a museum,” says Fernandez, who chose Teflontreated fabrics, vinyl flooring and spill-proof carpet that are “good for living.” “We wanted to make sure it was family friendly,” she adds.

Mission accomplished: The family can get their game on without tip-toeing around the décor and whether they score big in a pool tournament or not, they come away winners.

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FOREIGN FINDS SURE, TRAVEL BROADENS YOU. BUT IT ALSO SERVES AS DESIGN INSPIRATION FOR YOUR HOME. CHECK OUT THE WORLD-CLASS DECOR FROM THESE STUNNING—AND EXOTIC—DESTINATIONS.

EGYPT A rich color palette of golds, browns and reds paired with oversized dark wood furniture is the key to home decor in Egypt. Statues and textured bamboo accessories are great accent pieces, but don’t go overboard: In Egyptian culture, clutter in the home is considered taboo.

Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza was considered the tallest man-made structure in the world for more than 3,800 years.

BATTA MOORISH SMALL NICKEL zenzahome.com

MAGNIFYING EYE ON STAND Pottery Barn, Short Hills, 973.912.0060

EGYPTIAN CHARIOT LIDDED ARK Ancient Sculpture Gallery, Gar field, 800.535.2150

ANIMALS CL ASSY CAT STATUE modohome.com

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ETCHED METAL TEARDROP VASES Cost Plus World Market, Woodland Park, 973.435.9026

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MACAYL A COFFEE TABLE OTTOMAN Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973.912.0080

NUEVO LIVING GIZA STEEL SIDE TABLE benjaminrugsand furniture.com

MAGNIFICENT COMMODE 1stdibs.com

Lavish Egyptian decoration often goes beyond the home—camels are typically adorned with color ful and elaborate pieces.

ROUND PALM LEAF COLL APSIBLE POM POM BASKET Target, Rockaway, 973.989.5740 HARPER EMBROIDERED THROW PILLOW Urban Outfitters, Montclair, 973.655.0157

CLEOPATRA NEOCL ASSICAL CHAISE SOFA designtoscano.com

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BALI There are three defining characteristics of Balinese interior

design: exquisite craftsmanship, natural materials and a bold burst of color. Tropical foliage, carved wooden furniture and wall hangings or accent pieces featuring elephants, lanterns or Buddhas will give your home those Indonesian island vibes.

NASSA BASKET PENDANT LIGHT Crate & Barrel, Short Hills, 973.379.9700

The people of Bali obser ve various religions, but Hinduism is the most predominant. The Tanah Lot Temple (above) is one of Bali’s most important landmarks.

STERLING FIRE ISL AND CORAL DISPL AY Capitol Lighting, East Hanover, 973.887.8600

DANCING CELESTIAL DEITY STATUE Ancient Sculpture Gallery, Gar field, 800.535.2150

LOMBOK BED Anthropologie, Montclair, 973.509.0213

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Norway is dubbed “the land of the midnight sun” because in summertime, the sun doesn’t set in the most northern part of the country until midnight.

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The Sรกmi people have hunted, domesticated and herded reindeer in Norway for thousands of years. Although a small industry on a national scale, reindeer husbandry is important economically in the Sรกmi culture.

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ARGENTINA Buenos Aires is defined by its vibrant culture,

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Tango, the famous style of Latin music and dance, originated in the lower-class slaughterhouse district of Buenos Aires at the end of the 19th century.

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A CALL TO ARMS CHESTER NATIVE AND FORMER MAJOR LEAGUE CY YOUNG AWARD WINNER RICK PORCELLO STAYS GROUNDED—EVEN AFTER RACKING UP ACCOLADES AND FINISHING A HISTORIC SEASON WITH THE BOSTON RED SOX.

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Was baseball your life growing up?

I remember having a great time in Little League and having a lot of fun playing in town. We had two games a week, and with each day that passed I would think: “It’s just one day closer to game night.” I had such a great Little League experience, and Chester was an amazing town to grow up in. Everyone paid attention to our games, making it competitive and fun. That’s where my passion for baseball came from.

What was your biggest catch?

It was a bass that, back then, I thought weighed at least 10 pounds. But thinking back, it was probably just 2 or 3 pounds.

What were your old stomping grounds?

We’d hang out in Chester but some of my fondest memories took place in the summer, when my mom would take me and my brother Jake to a pond in Linden. He and I would spend all day there catching bass. We also had a friend in high school who had a house on Lake Hopatcong, so we went over there a lot to fish.

But that changed when you started playing at Seton Hall Prep.

Sports are a cultural thing in New Jersey because everyone is involved: kids, coaches and parents. So I think I got a lot of attention at Seton Hall Prep. There were tons of articles being written about us, and plenty of scouts were coming to our games. It was a lot of fun, and the spotlight

Were you always a pitcher?

I mostly played shortstop and some first base and outfield. But, yes, I did pitch. I threw hard and knew I was good at baseball, but I wasn’t thinking about making a future out of it.

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE BOSTON RED SOX

RICK PORCELLO IS PREPARED TO MOVE around the country—that’s the life of a professional baseball player. The Chester native has bounced from New Jersey to Detroit to Boston, where he just posted a stellar 17-win season. But despite traveling from one big city to the next and enjoying a career filled with personal accolades (he won the 2016 American League Cy Young Award as the league’s top pitcher as well as the 2007 Gatorade National Player of the Year honor as the best high school player in the country), the 29-year-old remains grounded and humble. How does he do it?

In an exclusive interview with Morris/ Essex Health & Life, Porcello talks about growing up in Morris County, playing high school sports under the media spotlight and who he, as a Mets fan and future Boston Red Sox pitcher, secretly idolized.

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was definitely on Prep. I didn’t pay too much attention to what the newspapers were writing, but my mom had every article and cut each one out and saved them. The best part was that we were a good team and everyone had fun winning.

With all the pro scouts at your games, did you feel extra pressure?

I didn’t feel it personally, the pressure was on the team to win. But we all worked very hard. As long as we won, it didn’t matter what was going on with me.

Did you play other sports?

I played baseball and football growing up, but I focused on baseball at Seton Hall Prep. When summer ended, I played fall baseball but wouldn’t pitch too much—I was at first base and shortstop.

My parents knew I was passionate about the sport but they wouldn’t let me get burnt out.

Do you think it’s OK for kids to play a sport year-round?

My dad would take me to baseball camps during the off-season, but I also had breaks so I wasn’t getting worn down by one sport. Don’t get me wrong, I definitely put in the work. But I believe it’s important for anyone, but particularly for a teenager who’s developing as a person, to try and experience different things. Too much of one thing is not always a good recipe.

Think back to draft day, 2007. What were your feelings?

I definitely had a lot of anxiety, but I knew I’d be comfortable going to college (University of North Carolina was on standby) if the draft didn’t work out. Getting a college education was big for me because my parents were adamant about being smart and having a game plan for life. But Detroit came along and picked me with the 27th

selection. It was such a weight lifted off of my shoulders, and to top it off, I was going to a class organization—Detroit had just won the World Series.

Do you remember your first start?

It was a surreal moment when I found out I made the team in spring 2009. Manager Jimmy Leyland called me into his office and said, “You had a great spring, but we’re sending you down to the minors.”

After the initial shock, Leyland pointed out that it was April Fools’ Day. “You’re coming to Toronto with us!” It was such an emotional moment—I ran out and called my parents. I couldn’t process what was going on during my first game; I just focused on throwing strikes. My first pitch was a strike to Marco Scutaro; my first strikeout was Michael Barrett. And, um, I gave up my first home run to Aaron Hill.

Your career is 10 years in. When you finally hang ’em up, how do you want to be remembered?

I want to be remembered as someone who played the game hard and the right way and was a great teammate. I want to be known as someone who was a great representative for every organization and city I was in. This is a game that’s important to the people watching, so I hope to have had a positive impact on them, even those who rooted against us.

You’ve had plenty of personal success.

How does that compare to team success?

Ultimately, you have to put things in perspective and know why you’re playing. If you’re not here playing for a championship, you might as well turn around and do something else. I’m not a fan of taking the field for personal accolades because you only share that with yourself. When you win a championship, you’re sharing it with your

teammates, the organization and the city.

Obviously you’re a Red Sox guy now, but who did you root for when you were younger?

I was a Mets fan so, of course I wouldn’t admit it at the time that Derek Jeter was my favorite player. You always saw him on TV. My mom loved the Yankees, and we used to go to a lot of Yankees games. The Indians also have a special place in my heart: My grandfather played for them and was on their American League championship team in 1954.

Who is the toughest batter you’ve faced?

I’ve pitched to a lot of good hitters, but Michael Young always gave me headaches when he played for Texas. Robinson Cano, Jacoby Ellsbury and Hideki Matsui were also tough outs.

Is there an active pitcher who makes you stop everything and watch?

Right now, it’s Aaron Nola in Philadelphia.

He has great command and has the focus and demeanor on the mound that reminds you of Roy Halladay.

Who do you sit with in the dugout when you’re not pitching?

There’s sort of a special bond between starting pitchers, so I’ll always be near [David] Price, [Chris] Sale, [Nathan] Eovaldi.

We have a lot of fun on the bench when we’re not pitching.

What’s one piece of advice that has always stuck with you?

Once I got to the big leagues, I always try to remember that, even if I have a stinker on the mound, I’m at this level for a reason—because I’m good. Everyone goes through some degree of failure, and it could be hard to regain focus and confidence. But you always have to trust your stuff. No matter how much I have struggled, I know I have talent, and the talent always comes back out.

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What’s your relationship with Kevin Youkilis, one of the most beloved Red Sox of all time?

It didn’t start great: In my rookie year with Detroit, I hit Youk, and he charged the mound. I remember thinking at the time that I was so not looking forward to fighting him. He came at me, and we were both ejected from the game. But we later cleared it up, and it’s all good now. There’s only one feud in Boston, and that’s with the Yankees.

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LAYERED CUSTARD AND NUT CRUMBLE (KSHTALEIA) Yields: 12 servings INGREDIENTS FOR THE PUDDING n 2 quarts milk n 2 Tbs. rose water n 2 Tbs. orange blossom water n 1 cup confectioners’ sugar or honey n 1 tsp. vanilla extract n 1 tsp. mastic (optional) n 1 cup rice flour FOR THE CRUST n 1 cup panko breadcrumbs n 1 cup unseasoned standard breadcrumbs n 1 cup walnuts, chopped n 1 cup almonds, chopped n 1½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, melted n 1 Tbs. vanilla extract n ½ tsp. ground cinnamon FINISHING TOUCHES n 1 cup jam of your choice n 1 cup blossom-scented simple syrup

DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 300°F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with butter.

TO MAKE THE PUDDING: In a large saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer over medium heat. Add the rose water, orange blossom, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and mastic, if using. Slowly add the rice flour, stirring all the while. Cook until the pudding begins to thicken and a whisk leaves tracks in the mixture. Spread evenly on a baking sheet to cool.

TO MAKE THE CRUST: In a large bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, walnuts and almonds. Add the melted butter, vanilla and cinnamon, working the mixture with your hands. Spread half of the breadcrumb mixture over the bottom of the prepared pan. Using a spatula, pack it down evenly and firmly. Spread the pudding mixture over the top, then spread the jam over the pudding. Sprinkle the remaining bread mixture on top of the jam and press it down.

Bake until the crust is golden brown. Pour the simple syrup over the top and let it cool for a few minutes. To serve, cut into squares. The kshtaleia can be served cold too. To store, cover the pan with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to 1 week.

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BUTTER COOKIE SANDWICHES (GRAYBEH) Yields: 36 cookies

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

n 1 lbs. (4 sticks) unsalted butter,

Put the butter in the bowl of a stand mixer and gradually beat from low to high speed for 3 minutes until light and fluffy and continue to beat until the mixture is foamy. Beat in the vanilla seeds. Add the flour a little at a time and beat until the dough holds together when pressed between your fingers. Divide the dough in half and pat each half into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

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at room temperature 1½ cups confectioners’ sugar seeds from 1 vanilla bean 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup jam or preserves (fig, quince or apricot) ½ cup ground pistachios

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two large baking sheets or line with parchment paper.

On a slightly floured surface, roll one disc of dough to a thickness of ¼ inch. Cut out circles using a 2-inch round cookie cutter. Gather the scraps, roll out, cut and repeat until you’ve used all of the dough. Transfer to one of the prepared baking sheets and place in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes.

Repeat the rolling and cutting process with the remaining disc of dough.

Then use a smaller (no bigger than 1 inch) cookie cutter or the wide end of a piping tip to make a cutout in the center of each circle. (Discard the small cutout pieces.) Transfer the circles to the second prepared baking sheet and place in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes.

Place both baking sheets in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges of the cookies are just beginning to brown. Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the sheets, then roll in ground pistachios if desired and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

To make the sandwiches, turn the cookies without the holes flat side up, and gently spread each with 1 tsp. of jam. Top with the cutout cookies, flat side down. Store in airtight containers for up to 1 week.

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TRIPLE ALMOND CAKE Yields: 12 servings INGREDIENTS n butter and all-purpose flour, for the pan n 20 oz. almond paste (see below) or store bought n 2½ sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature n 6 large eggs n 3 Tbs. rose water n 2 cups almond flour n 2½ Tbs. baking powder n 1 cup granulated sugar n pinch of sea salt n zest of 1 lemon n sliced almonds and confectioners’ sugar, for serving FOR THE ALMOND PASTE n 20 oz. blanched slivered or whole raw almonds n 6 Tbs. honey n 2 Tbs. vanilla extract n 1 Tbs. Amaretto liqueur (optional) n 1 Tbs. Frangelico liqueur (optional)

DIRECTIONS TO MAKE THE ALMOND PASTE: In a food processor, process the almonds until ground and clumpy. Add the honey and vanilla as well as the Amaretto and Frangelico, if using. Process until the mixture is the consistency of dough. You can make the almond paste in advance; it will keep, covered in the refrigerator, for up to 1 week.

TO MAKE THE ALMOND CAKE: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Grease a Bundt pan and dust lightly with flour, shaking out any excess.

Place half of the almond paste in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Add the butter and mix for 3 minutes or until it becomes foamy. Carefully add the eggs one at a time as you mix. Add the rose water and beat until fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. In another bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt and lemon zest. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix for 5 minutes.

Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Evenly top with the remaining half of the almond paste by breaking off bits and scattering them over the batter (they will sink into the batter). Top with the rest of the batter. Bake for about 1 hour, until the cake springs back when pressed. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Run a thin knife around the edge of the cake to make sure it has released from the pan, then flip it onto a plate. Let the cake cool completely. Serve at room temperature, sprinkled with sliced almonds and dusted with confectioners’ sugar.

All recipes and photos are reprinted with permission from Levant by Rawia Bishara. Photos by Con Poulos. © Kyle Books

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RECIPE from ARTHURS TAVERN

Grilled Chicken & Bruschetta Sandwich with fresh Mozzarella and Basil FOR THE

Bruschetta:

INGREDIENTS • 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced • 2 cloved garlic, finely chopped • ½ small red onion, chopped • 4 leaves basil, finely torn • Olive oil, salt, and pepper, to taste.

INSTRUCTIONS • Combine ingredients, season to taste, and let stand for one hour.

FOR THE

Sandwich:

INGREDIENTS • 6 chicken breasts, butterflied and gently pounded flat.

• 1 Lb fresh mozzarella, cut into thin slices • ½ sheet fresh focaccia bread, cut into 6 and sliced for sandwiches • Olive oil, Basil Leaves, and Balsamic vinegar for garnish

SERVES: 6 PREP TIME: 20 MIN, PLUS 1 HR STANDING. COOKING TIME: 5-10 MIN

INSTRUCTIONS • Grill or broil the chicken breasts, about 3 minutes per side depending on thickness. When finished, top with sliced mozzarella, and cover until melted. Set Aside.

• Brush inside faces of focaccia with olive oil. Toast or grill.

• Arrange lower side of focaccia on plate. Place 2 pc chicken with melted cheese on top. Top with about 2 oz. Bruschetta, and garnish with basil, oil, and balsamic. Top with other half focaccia.

CREDIT TO CHEF ARTURO ZUNIGA, ARTHUR’S TAVERN, MORRIS PLAINS

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DON’T CALL BLACKSTRAP MOLASSES THE NEW APPLE CIDER VINEGAR—PEOPLE HAVE BEEN SINGING THE PRAISES OF THIS HEALTHFUL SYRUP FOR DECADES. “Blackstrap molasses and the wheat germ bread/Makes you live so long you wish you were dead.”

Actor and comedian Danny Kaye sang these lyrics with Groucho Marx, Jane Wyman and Jimmy Durante on a 1951 record. More than 60 years later, we acknowledge that although exaggerated, the song’s sentiment might not be far off from the truth.

Molasses is made through the sugar production process: The juice from sugarcane plants is boiled to create crystals that are then processed and sold as refined white sugar. The liquid, which at that stage has become cane syrup, is boiled two more times, resulting in a dark, viscous syrup called blackstrap molasses.

POWER UP Blackstrap molasses is relatively low in calories (about 60 per tablespoon) and sugar content (about 12 grams) when compared with other sugary superfoods like honey.

Because of this, its taste is more smoky than sweet. Perhaps more remarkable is its high levels of vitamins and minerals, including blood-building iron (2 mg, or 12 percent of the daily recommended value), bone-building calcium (150 mg; 12 percent DV) and potassium (380 mg; 8 percent DV), which helps regulate blood pressure,

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among other benefits. It’s also a source of vitamin B6, which promotes blood health and prevents anemia.

Its mineral-rich nutritional content, especially iron, may make it beneficial as a pre-natal supplement: A tablespoon of blackstrap molasses in hot water is often referred to as “pregnancy tea.” (Talk to your doctor first.)

Blackstrap molasses also was highlighted in an article about plant-based foods that may prevent cancer. The study, published in the Journal of Carcinogenesis, noted evidence that “cancer was very rare among sugarcane plantation workers who were regularly consuming the raw brown sugar,” citing the syrup’s high levels of minerals and vitamin B as a potential explanation.

Some holistic practitioners also claim it can ease symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and enhance skin and hair health, thanks to its antioxidant-rich content.

BUY/STORE/SERVE Available at most health food stores, blackstrap molasses is sold as both unsulphured and sulphured options.

Unsulphured molasses is made from a more mature sugarcane crop and is preferred.

Because of its intense, thick flavor, blackstrap molasses should not be used in recipes that call simply for “molasses,” which is the result of the second boil of the sugar-production process and isn’t as dark or thick. But the unique flavor of blackstrap molasses can be used to give a smoky boost to meats and some spicy sweet foods, like pumpkin pie and gingerbread cookies. Finally, it can be incorporated as an ingredient for dark breads or, for home brewers, in stouts and porters.

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HOOKED ON TONICS A REFRESHING HERB CAN TURN THIS CLASSIC COCKTAIL INTO YOUR NEXT GO-TO DRINK.

TARRAGON GIN AND TONIC INGREDIENTS TARRAGON SYRUP: (makes about ¾ cup or 12 drinks) n 1 bunch tarragon leaves (1 cup lightly packed) n ½ cup organic granulated sugar n ½ cup water n juice of 1 large lime, strained PER COCKTAIL: n ½ ounce tarragon syrup n 2 oz. chilled The Botanist Gin n 2 oz. good tonic water, chilled n 3–4 drops celery bitters n 4 oz. sparkling water n ice n squeeze of lime

DIRECTIONS TO MAKE THE SYRUP: Make an ice water bath in a large bowl.

Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Pour into a metal bowl and place in the ice water bath, stirring until chilled. Reserve the ice water bath. Meanwhile, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the tarragon leaves and cook for 5 seconds, until bright green.

Drain the tarragon well and immediately place in the ice water bath. When cold, drain the tarragon and discard the ice, squeezing the excess water out of the leaves. Place the leaves in a blender and add half of the chilled simple syrup.

Blend on medium until smooth, about 30 seconds, then blend in the remaining syrup and the lime juice. Strain through a fine mesh sieve and chill until needed.

TO MAKE THE COCKTAILS: Combine the tarragon syrup, gin and tonic water in a small pitcher. Fill a tumbler or highball glass with ice and add the cocktail mixture. Top with a squeeze of lime, bitters and sparkling water. Add more lime, syrup or tonic water if desired.

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BOTTLE HILL TAVERN THERE’S A LOT OF PRIDE BEHIND BOTTLE Hill Tavern—the name and the establishment.

Though the Madison business has changed ownership and location a handful of times since its founding around 1812, it has been the spot to enjoy pub-style fare—for locals and those passing through the area. The latest iteration opened this summer, after a quartet of new owners took over the former Poor Herbie’s (the tavern had been operating under this moniker since 1992) last December, renovated the interior and brought the familiar name back to town.

If you can score a table (or wait about 20 minutes for one), you’ll immediately get swept up by the rustic décor and the lively vibe.

Depending on the night, moving from the front door to the dining room can be a tight squeeze as small groups gather and mingle in every available space. But there are a limited number of tables, so the bar is a clear option to sit for a meal, which is what my friend and I (as well as two other couples) did during a busy Saturday.

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pleasure sitting at the bar and being served by our bartender, Becky, who gave us full attention while still pouring drinks for other customers. Our beverage order was easy: a glass of red wine for my friend and a Spaten Oktoberfest brew for me. Both drinks paired nicely with our appetizers, two crab cakes and a plate of fried okra.

The crab cakes only shot par: Each was fried evenly, but the carb-to-crab ratio was somewhat off the mark, as the cake was seemingly filled with extra breading—or lacked an appropriate amount of crabmeat. The okra came out on top, each morsel a refreshing blast of the hot and chewy veggie. A zesty Rémoulade added just the right amount of extra flavor to the app.

Bottle Hill’s entrée selection features typical pub grub, from specialty and build-your-own burgers to pulled pork sandwiches and cheesesteaks; however, our taste buds craved something other than bar food. My friend sought a healthier plate, opting for the Power Salad—a full-size dish filled with romaine, kale, quinoa, dried cranberries, walnuts, apples, crumbled goat cheese and an overly generous portion of grilled chicken (which she added). The colorful presentation and the mesh of fresh flavors, particularly the creamy goat cheese, earned two thumbs up.

While my friend wanted a hearthealthy meal, I had one thing on my mind: Thanksgiving. I called for the fresh roast turkey dinner, a platter topped with a heaping pile of juicy breast and thigh meat covered with savory gravy and cranberry sauce on the side. I can only wish that my next holiday bird is as tender and moist as this meat. Spoiler alert: While getting through about half of my plate, we (my friend couldn’t resist taking a

few forkfuls of turkey) uncovered mounds of homemade stuffing that had been hidden beneath the meat. Not listed on the menu as an accompaniment, the stuffing was a pleasant—and delicious—surprise. Though this dinner comes with two sides (I had selected roasted Brussels sprouts and mac ‘n cheese), the stuffing was more than enough.

Filled to the brim with carbs and meat, we regretfully passed on dessert. That was an unfortunate revelation because sweets—a banana pudding jar, carrot cake and homemade apple pie with ice cream, among others—were each moderately priced at $5.

Next time, we vowed. Because as crowded and loud as Bottle Hill Tavern can get, the welcoming staff and tasty food make it worthy of another visit.

—Darius Amos Bottle Hill Tavern, 13 Waverly Pl., Madison, 973.949.6060; thebottlehilltavern.com

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BELLEVILLE

SOLAR DO MINHO 15 Cleveland St. 973.844.0500 solardominhobelleville. com TOPAZ THAI 137 Washington Ave. 973.759.7425 topazthainj.com

BLOOMFIELD BINH DUONG 61 Belleville Ave. 973.680.8440

STAMNA 1045 N. Broad St. 973.338.5151 stamnataverna.com

BOONTON

BOONTON SUSHI HOUSE 701 Main St. 973.394.8811 sushiboonton.com ROMA PIZZERIA 709 Main St. 973.335.1614 romapizzaofboonton. com THAI PING 811 Main Ave. 973.335.9541 thaiping.com

CALDWELL

FORTE 182 Bloomfield Ave. 973.403.9411 fortepizzeria.com

SMOKE RISE VILLAGE INN 9 Perimeter Rd. 973.838.7770 smokerisevillageinn.com

REDWOODS GRILL & BAR 459 Main St. 908.879.7909 redwoodsgrillandbar. com

L AKE HOPATCONG

DENVILLE

PAVINCI ITALIAN GRILL 453 River Styx Rd. 973.770.4300 pavinci.com

THE PASTA SHOP 13 1st Ave. 973.253.4143 thepastashopdenville.com

THE WINDLASS 45 Nolans Pt. Park Rd. 973.663.3190 thewindlass.com

DOVER

LEDGEWOOD

THE QUIET MAN 64 E. McFarlan St. 973.366.6333 quietmanpub.com

LOVING HUT 538 Rte. 10 973.598.9888 lovinghut.us/ledgewood

EAST HANOVER

LINCOLN PARK

MR. CHU 44 Rte. 10 973.887.7555

CEDAR KNOLLS

FAIRFIELD

RESTAURANT SERENADE 6 Roosevelt Ave. 973.701.0303 restaurantserenade.com SCALINI FEDELI 63 Main St. 973.701.9200 scalinifedeli.com

CHESTER

FORMOSA 79 W. Main St. 908.879.4848

JOSE TEJAS 647 Rte. 46 West 973.808.8201 bordercafe.com TIERNEY’S COPPERHOUSE 4 Little Falls Rd., 973.227.6066 tierneyscopperhouse.com

KINNELON

CYPRESS TAVERN 174 Kinnelon Rd. 973.492.2700 cypresstavernnj.com HOUSE OF THAI 1483 Rte. 23 Unit 6 973.750.1600 SAN GIORGIO’S ITALIAN BISTRO 86 Boonton Ave. #86 973.492.5305

Central+Main in Madison

ICHIBAN SUSHI 1034 Rte. 46 973.252.0900 sushiichibannj.com

EL TAPATIO 29 E. Blackwell St. 973.537.0833 eltapatiodover.com DON JOSE 200 Rte. 10 West #7 973.781.0155 donjosemexican.com

FA M I LY

ALICE’S 24 Nolans Pt. Park Rd. 973.663.9600 alicesrestaurantnj.com

ALEXIS DINER 3130 Rte. 10 West 973.361.8000 alexisdinerrt10.com

PENANG MALAYSIAN & THAI CUISINE 200 Rte. 10 West #8 973.887.6989 penangcuisine.com

CHATHAM

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THE PUBLICK HOUSE TAVERN & INN 111 Main St. 908.879.6878 chesterpublickhouse.com

INSPIRATION ROLL 405 Bloomfield Ave. 862.702.3817 inspirationroll.com

H2OCEAN RESTAURANT & RAW BAR 41 Ridgedale Ave. 973.984.9594 h2oceanrestaurant.com

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202 ITALIAN BISTRO 177 Main St. 973.709.0093 202bistro.com

CENTRAL+MAIN 3 Central Ave. 973.845.6622 centralandmain.com

ANTHONY FRANCOS 60 Beaverbrook Rd. 973.696.0708 anthonyfrancospizza.com

IL MONDO VECCHIO 72 Main St. 973.301.0024 ilmondovecchio.com

SUNSET PUB & GRILL 425 Beaverbrook Rd. 973.694.8700 sunsetpubandgrill.com

MAPLEWOOD

LIVINGSTON

LITHOS ESTIATORIO 405 Eisenhower Pkwy.

973.758.1111 lithosgreekrestaurant. com SWEET BASIL’S CAFE 498 S. Livingston Ave. 973.994.3600 sweetbasilscafe.com

LONG VALLEY

LONG VALLEY PUB & BREWERY 1 Fairmount Rd. 908.876.1122 restaurantvillage atlongvalley.com

MADISON

BEGUM PALACE 300 Main St. 973.660.9100 begumindiancuisine.com

BASILICO 324 Millburn Ave. 973.379.7020 basilicomillburn.com CAFÉ MONET 309 Millburn Ave. 973.376.8555 cafemonet.info

TOAST 700 Bloomfield Ave. 973.509.8099 toastmontclair.com

MONT VILLE

COLUMBIA INN 29 Main Rd. 973.263.1300 thecolumbiainn.com

CODA KITCHEN & BAR 177 Maplewood Ave. 973.327.2247 codakitchenandbar.com

CARA MIA 194 Essex St. 973.379.8989 caramiamillburn.com

THE MONTVILLE INN 167 Rte. 202 973.541.1234 themontvilleinn.com

ST. JAMES’S GATE PUBLICK HOUSE 167 Maplewood Ave. 973.378.2222 stjamesgatepublick house.com

MOONSHINE 55 Main St. 973.218.6042 moonshinesupperclub. com

MORRIS PL AINS

MENDHAM

CINDERS WOOD FIRE GRILL 319 Rte. 46 973.928.7000 cinderswoodfiregrill.com

THE BLACK HORSE TAVERN & PUB 1 W. Main St. 973.543.7300 DANTE’S RISTORANTE 100 E. Main St. 973.543.5401 dantesnj.com PIATTINO 88 E. Main St. 973.543.002

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MINE HILL

MONTCL AIR EGAN & SONS 118 Walnut St. 973.744.1413 egannsons.com

PIG & PRINCE 1 Lackawanna Plz. 973.233.1006 pigandprince.com

LEMONGRASS 1729 Rte. 10 East 973.998.6303 lemongrassnj.com

TABOR ROAD TAVERN 510 Tabor Rd. 973.267.7004 taborroadtavern.com UP THAI 981 Tabor Rd. 973.998.8536 upthainj.com

NUTLEY

AMERICAN BISTRO 24 Washington Ave. 973.235.0505 americanbistro.net

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Hot Black Friday, Nov. 23

ference: Attend CORK AND A FORK FOR A CAUSE at the Morris Museum in Morris Township. The event, sponsored by the Jo-Ann Danzis Foundation, begins at 5:30 p.m. and will feature artisan food and wine tasting, silent auction and more! Admission: $80, which will benefit pancreatic cancer research. Visit morristourism.org for more info.

afternoon? Answer: Strolling through a beautiful town while eating! Experience the treats and snacks that Morristown has to offer by joining the SAVOR AND STROLL tour from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Participants will meet at the corner of Court and South streets and join the tour through the heart of Morristown. Tickets: $64 per person. For more information, visit savorandstroll culinarytours.com.

NOV 3 Break out your bike before the

NOV 10 & 11 The annual TOYCON

NOV 1 Here’s a fun way to make a dif-

cold weather hits and spend the morning gazing at the homes and studios of 19th century artists. The Montclair Art Museum and Bike Walk Montclair are partnering for the BIKING TOUR OF MONTCLAIR ART COLONY. The 8-mile bike begins at 10 a.m. and takes riders past the homes of notable artists who flocked to Montclair in the late 1800s. Tickets: $10 per rider. Register online at monclairhistory.org.

NJ weekend event hosted at the Parsippany PAL building offers a mix of current and vintage hard-to-find toys, from superheroes to Barbies, for all ages. Parents will appreciate the vast assortment of collectible items, too. Admission: $15. Kids under 10 are FREE, but they’ll likely want to take home some goodies, so you’ve been warned. Visit toyconnj.com for hours of operation.

NOV 9–11 If you missed out on San

NOV 22 If you’re looking for a way to give back while also burning calories before your Thanksgiving feast, stop by the 11th annual Morris Township THANKSGIVING DAY 5K TURKEY TROT. Sponsored by the Interfaith Food Pantry and Literacy Volunteers of Morris County, the run will begin at 8 a.m. at Ginty Field in Morris Township.

To sign up or for more information, visit morristownshipturkeytrot.org.

Diego Comic-Con, DERPYCON is the next best thing. New Jersey’s annual convention for sci-fi, fantasy, anime and gaming, held at the Hyatt Regency in Morristown, features panels, cosplay, live music, video games and more. This probably goes without saying, but you’ll definitely want to dress up for this one. Admission prices vary by date and package; derpycon.com has more info.

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hitting the mall on the busiest shopping day of the year—glassblowing. The Morris

Klezmatics, Nov. 29

County School of Glass in Morristown is hosting its HOT BLACK FRIDAY event from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., where visitors will get a tour of the studio and see glassblowing in action. Admission: FREE, but fees apply if you want to take a stab at glassmaking yourself. For more info, visit mcsog.com.

NOV 25 Have the autumn leaves and the crisp chill in the air left you dreaming of fresh apple cider? If so, check out APPLE CIDERING at Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center in Chatham Township.

From 1 to 3:30 p.m., visitors can learn how to make homemade apple cider using an old-fashioned hand cranked cider press.

Stick around until the end to take home and enjoy the fruit of your labor! Admission: $3 per person for ages 3 and up. Visit morrisparks.net for more info.

NOV 29 The Festival of Lights becomes the ultimate celebration at the KLEZMATICS live concert at South Orange Performing Arts Center. The “Happy Joyous Hanukkah, Lyrics by Woody Guthrie” show is guaranteed to put you in the mood for latkes and jelly donuts. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show starts at 7:30. Admission: $30-$45. Buy tickets at sopacnow.org.

Send event listings to: Morris/Essex 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.

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GATHERINGS GOLF FUNDRAISER NEW JERSEY SEEDS Mountain Ridge Country Club, West Caldwell, njseeds.org The Allen Meisels Memorial Golf Classic raised more than $167,000 in support of Newarkbased New Jersey SEEDS and its scholars.

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DENIM DAY ESSEX COUNTY BAR FOUNDATION Mandelbaum Salsburg P.C., Roseland, essexbar.com Attorneys and staff at Mandelbaum Salsburg P.C. in Roseland recently participated in a wear-jeans-to-work day at their office. Proceeds from the event were donated to the Essex County Bar Foundation’s (ECBF) Gun Buy-Back Program, a one-day initiative sponsored by the ECBF and the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office.

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FOOD DRIVE ShopRite of Greater Morristown, Cedar Knolls, mcifp.org In recognition of National Family Meals Month in September, a team of ShopRite’s in-store registered dietitians assembled and donated 500 bags filled with products and recipe ideas to Interfaith Food Pantry, which serves those in need in the Morris County area.

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SHOP FOR CHARITY DRESS FOR SUCCESS Luxury Garage Sale, Westfield, dressforsuccess.org Livingston-based Tutela Plastic Surgery and reality TV star Lauren Pesce hosted a charity consignment event at Luxury Garage Sale in Westfield. Sales from the event benefit Dress for Success, which empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing support, professional attire and development tools to help them thrive in work and life.

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