Morris|Essex Health & Life: October/November 2016

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FEATURES 48

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We put four area chefs in the hot seat, asking each “What is your favorite dish to prepare?” They graciously shared their secrets, allowing you to serve up these meals at home.

Cartilage transplants return patients to active lifestyles.

hot pl ates

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shaping the future of breast care

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where chefs shop

For these six local chefs, no fruit is too exotic and no spice is too hard to find.

Naturally, we had to ask them to let us in on their favorite local stores.

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tools of the trade

Ne w tre atments for old knees

Want to cook like a pro? Here’s some of what you’ll need, as local chefs explain.

Today’s clinical trials help the next generation of cancer survivors.

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a ne w look af ter bre ast cancer surgery

Some women can opt for lumpectomy combined with cosmetic breast shaping.

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germ warfare

A robot uses intense UV light to kill pathogens in hospital.

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A call for more mammography

One breast cancer expert says recent guidelines are insufficient.

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DEPARTMENTS 15

LOCAL BUZZ

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

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health newS

Recent reports and statistics, including items on the benefits of napping, healthy snack options to keep on your kitchen counter and why some people are more prone to mosquito bites.

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st yle watch

Don’t be deceived—throw on one of these charming chapeaux for effortless style this autumn.

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wine + spirits

Looking for a tasty cocktail with an energy kick? We’ve got one for you. Sip an espresso martini the next time you want to liven up your happy hour.

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Tastes

Here’s a fun way to sneak more fruits and veggies into your diet—whip up one of these delicious, dessert-like smoothies.

You won’t know it’s good for you!

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GATHERINGS

Photos from recent events in and around the counties.

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Autumn ushers in change, and many of us enjoy the cooler temperatures and anticipate the coming holidays. Others consider this time of year to be the perfect opportunity for lifestyle changes—new schedules and dietary improvements among them.

But we also welcome Fall for what it means and what we learn.

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we consider how the community has progressed in battling the disease. For instance, we embrace the ongoing research and technological advances that help patients create and maintain a high quality of life in spite of their diagnosis. Forty years of studies have proven to us today that mastectomy is no more effective in increasing survival rates than lumpectomy with radiation—a far less invasive alternative. Surgeons at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, led by M. Michele Blackwood, M.D., Medical Director, Center for Breast Health and Disease Management, can now effectively combine lumpectomy with breast plastic surgery to help women look and feel beautiful. Read more about this on page 62.

Saint Barnabas continues to shape the future of breast health care as a result of ongoing research. Beginning on page 58, three breast cancer survivors share the intimate details of their fight against the disease. One common link: each elected to participate in clinical research trials at Saint Barnabas. These survivors also share common advice: don’t forget to get your mammogram.

Mammography and early detection are crucial in the fight against breast cancer—the National Breast Cancer Foundation says there is a 100 percent survival rate over five years when it is treated in its earliest stages. For that reason, a Saint Barnabas radiologist who specializes in breast imaging and mammography has devoted her life to advocating for early detection. Turn to page 61 to read more about her recommendations and work with outreach programs at Saint Barnabas Medical Center.

Also in this issue of Morris/Essex Health & Life you will find articles explaining how patients suffering from knee pain can return to active lifestyles through cartilage transplants, and how a stateof-the-art robot is the latest advancement to disinfect and sterilize rooms in Saint Barnabas Medical Center. We hope you enjoy reading these, and the other articles in this edition.

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HATS OFF TO FALL A RIOT OF COLOR. A heartwarming holiday.

And lots of wonderfully balmy days. Fall has always been a favorite of mine. To help celebrate, we’ve collected nine hats to try. These are not meant to be cold-weather toppers, just charming chapeaux to give your look a lift.

And it wouldn’t be a celebration without something good to eat— this is, after all, our food issue. A few years ago, we all had certain friends we called “foodies.” They delighted in finding the freshest ingredients, the most exotic dishes and vegetables the rest of us couldn’t even pronounce.

Now their sensibility has gone mainstream. Whether or not we have the time to be ambitious in the kitchen ourselves or to search out the hottest new café, we all want what we eat to be fresh, local if possible, sustainably produced and delicious.

We hope this issue of Morris/Essex Health & Life piques your interest. You’ll find the favorite recipes of four chefs that fit right in with the fall season (page 48); the shopping spots where local chefs find special ingredients (page 52); and the cooking tools they cherish (page 54).

That’s not all you’ll find this month. Learn how the cool tropical fruit named guava can give your nutrition a lift (page 66), try an espresso martini (page 68) and discover three recipes for healthy smoothies that sneak more fruits and veggies into your diet. They’re so delicious, they can pass for dessert (page 70)!

This time of year is full of autumn pleasures. Here’s hoping you have many reasons to celebrate this fall. Enjoy!

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Oh, the weather outside may not be frightful, but there’s still a sense of spookiness in the air that’s sure to provide a playful scare. Halloween in Morris and Essex counties is the season of ghouls and ghosts, cornstalks and pumpkins, and hours of family fun. Here’s a list of events and festivals where you can let the season’s spirit take over.

Think you’re brave? Sign up for a trip of terror at the Haunted Scarehouse in Wharton, one of New Jersey’s scariest Halloween attractions. Tours take place Friday–Sunday through Oct. 30; tickets start at $22. The tours are an intense haunt—leave children under age 8 at home. Get the full scoop at hauntedscarehouse.com.

The interactive Bane Haunted House in Livingston is a dream for thrill seekers, but it might give some folks nightmares for days after. It features nearly 70 live actors in 40,000 square feet of space. Tours take place through Oct. 31, and tickets are $27–$40. A Happily Haunted tour is offered for children under age 12. Get your tickets and the full schedule at banehauntedhouse.com.

Find plenty of family activities every weekend in October at Alstede Farms in Chester. You

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Climb a hay mountain, glide down a giant slide and sink your teeth into apple cider doughnuts during Fairfield Farm’s family fun day activities. Now through Nov. 1, people of all ages can enjoy these and many more Halloween-themed programs and events. And don’t forget to pick up some fresh Jersey produce such as corn, tomatoes and peaches! Get all the information at fairfieldfarms.net.

The Chiller Theatre Expo at the Sheraton Parsippany hotel, Oct. 28–30, offers a fun yet still spooky experience.

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Barrels of fun (and wine) Those of us who loved Lucille Ball know how much fun winemaking can be— now you can get in on the action, and it won’t even require a flight to Napa Valley.

Morris and Essex counties are home to unique locations that allow you to make wine, from grape to bottle. The best part? Whatever you make is yours to take home!

Sample free wines at Your Own Winery (92 Rt. 23 North, Riverdale, 862.200.5808; yourownwinery.com) before choosing which wine suits you best. It takes no more than eight weeks to walk out with your own personalized bottle (actually, you’ll sign up to make 28 bottles!) since wines here are created from juice instead of grapes. In addition to the faster process and guaranteed finished wine, you can make wine from juice at any time of the year.

Novices and aficionados alike can become “students” at A Little Taste of Purple (68 Clinton Rd., Fairfield, 973.575.9463; alittletasteofpurple.com) and make their own reds or whites.

California wines are started in the fall and bottled the following summer. All it takes is four sessions using professional equipment under the supervision of wine-making experts: de-stem and crush grapes; press and pump wine into American oak barrels; rack barrels to remove any sediment; and bottle, cork and label wines.

And voilà! Your wine is done and ready to give as a gift or enjoy with dinner.

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Country dance revolution So you’ve heard (and probably have seen) that country line dancing is fun. But did you know that it’s also good for your health? Try a session of Country Fusion, and you’ll soon find out how!

Country Fusion is a country music– inspired dance fitness workout that incorporates line, Latin and hip-hop moves into a nonstop 50-minute session that’s suitable for all ages. Here are the health benefits: The workout teaches participants how to dance, promotes flexibility and helps posture alignment. (If you’re counting, each session can burn up to 500 calories!)

Leave the travel mug at home?

We’ve learned the hard way of the dangers created by texting while driving. Heck, some of us can’t steer clear of obstacles while walking with our heads buried in our smartphones. But drinking coffee? Sipping from a water bottle? Munching on chips?

A bill recently introduced by State Assemblyman John Wisniewski will make you think twice about chowing on that drive-through burger or enjoying your morning java while driving to work. The bill, if approved, will authorize law enforcement to ticket motorists who engage in anything “unrelated to the operation of the vehicle, in a manner that interferes with the safe operation of the vehicle.”

While the proposal won’t specifically prohibit drinking coffee while driving or anything and everything else we do behind the steering wheel—eating, arguing, reading, shaving, putting on makeup, etc.—the idea has touched a nerve with some Morris/Essex Health & Life staffers and readers.

The bill is currently before lawmakers in Trenton.

The routines were developed

by Elizabeth De Gennaro, a certified fitness trainer and professional dancer.

Sessions are offered at locations such as Dream Dance Studio in Ledgewood, Hanover Recreation Center in Whippany and Boonton Recreation Center in Boonton Township.

“My vision…was to create a fun fitness program that helps participants get into shape, feel empowered and express themselves through dance,” De Gennaro says.

To find out more, visit countryfusion.net.

A habitat for all

If there were Academy Awards to acknowledge the best service organizations, Morris Habitat for Humanity would be the big winner. The Randolph-based group did recently pick up a special recognition—it was named “Brand of the Year” in the social services nonprofit category based on the 2016 Harris Poll EquiTrend Equity Score. Morris Habitat also picked up nods for “Most Trusted” and “Most Loved” organization in that category.

The survey, according to Morris Habitat CEO Blair Bravo, measures the “brand equity of for-profit and nonprofit organizations” across the country. “It’s from the hard work and dedication of the hundreds of volunteers and the dedication of the Morris Habitat staff…that help make these outstanding achievements possible,” she says.

Morris Habitat has served more than 400 households through home ownership opportunities, home preservation and international home building programs for the past three decades. For 2016, the group set a goal of starting 12 housing projects—they’ve already completed nine of them.

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A quick nap can help you keep annoyance at bay. According to a recent study, folks who napped for an hour showed a much higher threshold for frustration than those who got no shut-eye. And they spent twice as much time trying to solve complex tasks.

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The percentage increase in diabetes risk for every 20-point hike in average systolic blood pressure (the top number).

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Junk food on the kitchen counter could lead to weight gain, according to recent research. Instead of keeping a box of donuts there, try a bowl of fruit so when you’re hungry you can grab-and-go healthfully.

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Turns out some people are more prone to being bitten by mosquitoes. Why? Their scent.

There are some 300 different compounds emitted by humans, and some chemicals—lactic acid, for example—attract mosquitoes.

If you’re one of the unlucky ones, be sure to apply repellent directly to skin as wristbands have not been proven to work.

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The percentage of adults in Morris County who report smoking cigarettes.

—Rutgers Center for State Health Policy

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The percentage of Americans who will develop at least one basal or squamous cell carcinoma by age 65.

If you’re trying to quit smoking, sniff black pepper oil. It irritates the respiratory tract, creating the same sensation as inhaling cigarettes.

Research shows that breathing in the vapor suppressed cravings in smokers—and they had fewer withdrawal symptoms to boot.

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EDWARD ROMANO, D.D.S. | MATTHEW VACCARO, D.D.S. | AESTHETIC SMILES OF NJ 310 Madison Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960 | 973.285.5480 | asnj.com WITH PATIENT CUSTOMER SERVICE THAT IS SECOND TO NONE, Aesthetic Smiles has been creating smile makeovers for the entire

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MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINE SURGERY DR. DAVEED D. FRAZIER NEW YORK CITY SPINE SURGERY, PLLC

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AESTHETIC MEDICINE DAWN GANGI, M.D. ÉTOILE COSMETIC MEDICINE STUDIO

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dedicated to aesthetic medicine, was founded seven years ago by owner/medical director Dr. Dawn Gangi, who set out to create a clientcentered practice that carries her personal touch to every patient. Patients value her experience and skill but also her caring and warm manner.

“What sets me apart is the understanding that I am not simply injecting a medicine to eliminate lines, but rather I am establishing a caring relationship with each person that I treat. I need to understand each patient before I can create a personalized treatment plan that will enable my patient to look and feel their best.”

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(MICROPIGMENTATION) MARIE BARBUTO BSN, RN, C-ANS, 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, the first Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist in NJ, has been practicing non-surgical facial aesthetics for over 15 years. Her expertise includes anti-aging procedures and promoting skin health, as well as, cosmetic/medical tattooing for men, women and teens. Marie uses tattooing methods to create solutions for alopecia (hair loss on brows and scalp), solutions for birth defects, injury, and for improving surgical scars.

She specializes in and teaches the 3-Dimensional Nipple/ Areola Tattoo following Breast Cancer Reconstruction and Mastectomy. Knowing that decisions regarding one’s looks are personal, Marie’s approach is comforting by taking her patients apprehensions and fears to an increased sense of well being and confidence.

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FAMILY LAW

LAUFER, DALENA, CADICINA, JENSEN & BOYD, LLC 23 Cattano Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960 | 973.285.1444 | lauferfamilylaw.com WITH OVER 100 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE, the law firm of Laufer, Dalena, Cadicina, Jensen & Boyd, has had a long presence

in Morris County. Committed to family law and related matters, the firm’s lawyers handle divorce, custody, relocation, domestic violence and domestic partnership disputes. The firm is actively involved with the Morris County Bar Association where William Laufer has served as a past President, Joseph Cadicina is an Officer/Trustee and Christine Dalena, James Jensen, Kimberly Boyd, Michelle Benedek and Terryann Bradley are members. The firm’s members are court-approved economic mediators and have a reputation for dealing aggressively and successfully with family law issues. The office is located directly across from the Morris County Courthouse.

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THE GIFTS LADIES LOVE KRISTIN ANTONELLI | LADYFINGERS

76 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908.879.8533 | ladyfingers-nj.com A LOCAL COMMUNITY FAVORITE, Ladyfingers is the place to go for accessories for girls and women. Kristin Antonelli opened her store in Chester six years ago and continues to satisfy her customers with the latest from names like Alex and Ani and Vera Bradley. Not sure if you want classic or super-trendy? Kristin showcases unique items found in her travels and manages to combine the classic with a contemporary statement. Each season unveils a new look of weather and style-conscious pieces. Get ready for the cooler months with a fun poncho, scarf or a wrap! Ladyfingers is your goto place for a gift, even if the gift is for yourself.

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DIVORCE LAW

SANDRA C. FAVA, ESQ. RIKER DANZIG SCHERER HYLAND & PERRETTI LLP

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faced with divorce can be a game changer.

According to Sandra Fava, head of the Family Law Group, Riker Danzig Scherer Hyland & Perretti stands out amongst its peers with its reputation for creative problem-solving combined with mastery of continually changing divorce law. While the firm’s divorce attorneys are adept at handling issues involving distribution of assets, alimony and child custody and support, they also fully understand the personal conflicts that arise in these and other divorce matters. Situations can change and disputes do occur after initial divorce settlements, a reminder that only sound legal counsel will do. Sandra and her team carefully balance legal excellence with compassion during times of emotional struggle.

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EDUCATION FOR THE INDIVIDUAL

SCOTT BEZSYLKO, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL

901 Rte. 10 East, Whippany, NJ 07981 973.500.6480 | winstonprep.edu EVERY STUDENT IS ABLE TO LEARN. At Winston Prep, every

student is understood through the lens of who he/she is, as a learner and a person. Educators here develop individualized programs for each student based on a deep understanding of decades of research on neuroscience and learning. Winston Prep’s unique “Focus Program” provides daily one-on-one remediation, while encouraging students to develop an understanding of themselves. Winston Prep welcomes students who have learning differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, and Nonverbal Learning Disorders. One only has to watch student videos present on the website to get a true picture of what is being accomplished.

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AESTHETIC BREAST AND BODY PLASTIC SURGERY

JOHN PAUL TUTELA, M.D. TUTELA PLASTIC SURGERY

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Dr. Tutela currently sees patients in his NJ and NYC offices and offers free consultations.

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EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST CANCER MELISSA LEE, M.D. MONTCLAIR BREAST CENTER

37 North Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ 07042 973.509.1818 | montclairbreastcenter.com EARLY DETECTION is possible! Dr. Melissa Lee,

Director of Breast Imaging at Montclair Breast Center is an expert dedicated solely to breast cancer prevention and wellness. Known for finding Stage 0 cancers that others have missed, Dr. Lee is passionate about her work and conducts face-to-face reviews with every patient. Dr. Lee came to Montclair Breast Center in 2003 from Memorial Sloan-Kettering where she completed a Fellowship in Breast Imaging.

Excited at the prospect of a private facility where a Fellowship Trained breast surgeon and Fellowship Trained breast imager could work as a team, Montclair Breast Center was a perfect fit.

Dr. Lee has been recognized by the Radiologic Society of North America for her outstanding work.

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PHOTOGRAPHY AND EDUCATIONAL CLASSES THAT INSPIRE ALEXANDER SWEETWOOD UNIQUE PHOTO

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Alexander Sweetwood, owner of Unique Photo. Started in 1947 by his grandparents, Alexander continues as a third generation owner and credits his team approach for the company’s success. Unique Photo offers all of the resources necessary to achieve the ultimate goal of taking better pictures. From the sale and rental of photographic equipment to photo development to instructional classes and excursions, Unique does it all.

All 100 employees collaborate and are considered Unique family. All participate in the company’s goal of teaching clients to capture the photo they want. With this attitude, Unique Photo plans on continuing for generations to come.

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MEANINGFUL EDUCATION MOUNT SAINT DOMINIC ACADEMY

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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.

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20 YEARS OF PLASTIC SURGERY BEAUTIFYING FACES, BREASTS & BODIES SCOTT A. SPIRO, M.D., F.A.C.S. SPIRO PLASTIC SURGERY, LLC

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“To me every patient and every case is an opportunity to do something magical,” says Dr. Spiro.

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PHYSICAL THERAPY

JOHN GALLUCCI, JR. , MS, ATC, PT, DPT | JAG PHYSICAL THERAPY

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John and his staff, across all locations, follow one philosophy, “treating people the way they SHOULD be treated.” This philosophy insures continuity of care and is accomplished by understanding the goals of each individual patient before planning a course of treatment.

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COOL SCULPTING BEVERLY FRIEDLANDER, M.D. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

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contouring. With over 3 million people treated worldwide, it’s no wonder that Beverly Friedlander, MD and her staff have embraced this technology. CoolSculpting, an FDA-cleared non-surgical fatreduction procedure, uses controlled cooling to target fat that is resistant to diet and exercise. We can treat fat in the abdomen, thighs, neck and elsewhere in as little as 35 minutes.

Patients can resume all activities immediately after their treatment and begin to see results in as little as 4 weeks. Coolsculpting is one of many procedures offered at Beverly Friedlander, MD which can help achieve a more confident self image resulting in stronger professional and personal relationships.

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INTELLECTUAL EXCELLENCE NEWARK ACADEMY

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Hot plates We put four area chefs in the hot seat, asking each “What is your favorite dish to prepare?” They graciously shared their secrets, allowing you to serve up these meals at home.

Whoever coined the phrase “I’ve died and gone to heaven” might have been dining on one of the divine signature dishes featured on the following pages. The kitchen geniuses behind these culinary creations open their recipe

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Herb-Marinated Duck Breast and Leg Confit

with pumpkin and sage gnocchi, poached apples, seasonal vegetables and cranberry-ginger sauce Serves 4 Mario Russo, Chef de Cuisine, The Manor, West Orange INGREDIENTS

For Duck Leg Confit and Marinated Breast n 4 duck breasts n 4 duck legs n 3 garlic cloves n 1 oz. herbes de Provence n 1 oz. thyme, chopped n 1 tsp. kosher salt n 2 cups duck fat For Pumpkin and Sage Gnocchi n 1½ lbs. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled n 2 cups flour n ½ cup pumpkin purée n 1 tsp. pumpkin spice n ½ cup Parmigianino cheese n 1 egg n 1 Tb. sage, chopped n 1 oz. butter (to sear) n Salt and pepper, to taste

For Poached Apples n 4 apples, peeled n 1 cup water n 1 cup sugar in the raw or brown sugar n 1 Tb. honey n 1 stick cinnamon n 2 cloves For Cranberry-Ginger Sauce n 1 cup cranberry purée n 1 cup beef stock n 2 Tbs. of reserved juice from baking duck n ½ oz. ginger, chopped Seasonal Vegetables n Medley of autumn market seasonal vegetables (Brussels sprouts, turnips, squash, etc.) n 1 oz. butter

DIRECTIONS For Duck Leg Confit and Marinated Breast Crush garlic cloves and mix with the salt and herbs. Cover the meat portion of the legs and breasts with the herb rub. (Avoid putting the rub on the skin.) Wrap the meat in plastic wrap and store overnight in the refrigerator. To cook, cover the duck legs with the duck fat in a high-sided baking dish and bake at 280°F for 2½–3 hours, until the bone comes loose from the meat. Remove from fat and let cool; reserve the juices.

When ready to serve, sear the legs and breasts in a pan until skin is crispy. Bake in oven at 400°F for 4–5 minutes (for a medium doneness), then let the breasts rest for 2 minutes and slice. Place slices next to the leg when plating.

For Pumpkin and Sage Gnocchi Peel potatoes and boil in salted water until soft. Remove from water and mash with a fork until smooth. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, pumpkin purée, Parmigianino cheese, egg, chopped sage, pumpkin spice, salt and pepper until you have a smooth dough. Roll the dough into a 1-inch-diameter log and cut into 1-inchwide pieces. When ready to serve, boil the gnocchi for 3–4 minutes in salted water, remove and let dry for 1 minute. Finish by searing them in a pan with butter until crispy.

Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

For Poached Apples Combine in a pot all ingredients, including the apples, and bring to a boil. Let simmer for 5 minutes with the pot covered. Let cool and transfer to the refrigerator. Once apples are cold, slice and use as garnish. (If short on time, peel and thinly slice fresh apples without poaching.)

For Cranberry-Ginger Sauce In a pan, heat the beef stock and cranberry purée with the chopped ginger and some of the duck searing juices. Blend together with a whisk and reduce to low heat, cooking until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper and spoon over sliced duck.

Butternut Squash Soup with Chestnut Cream Serves 4

James Laird, Executive Chef/Owner, Restaurant Serenade, Chatham INGREDIENTS n 2 medium butternut squash, or another dense squash/pumpkin like Hubbard n 1 quart vegetable or chicken stock n ¼ cup honey n 2 Tbs. unsalted butter cut into cubes (optional) n ¼ cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks n 2 Tbs. chestnut purée (available in specialty stores)

DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut squash in half, lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds. Place on an oiled baking sheet, cut-side down, and put in oven.

Bake squash until a fork can be inserted very easily.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Scoop out the flesh into the bowl of a food processor or blender. Process with half of the stock until smooth. Adjust with more stock to desired thickness. Add honey and process to blend.

Place the mixture in a saucepan to heat; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add butter (if using) with a hand blender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

In the meantime, fold the chestnut purée into the whipped heavy cream.

Divide the soup into four warm soup plates. Garnish each serving with a tablespoon of cream.

For Seasonal Vegetables Sauté steamed seasonal vegetables in a pan with butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Charcuterie, Cheese and Pear Crostini with pancetta, pickled pear, red wine salami, Boursin cheese and Parmesan sauce Serves 10 Eric Levine, Executive Chef, Morris Tap & Grill, randolph INGREDIENTS n 4 tsp. Boursin cheese, room temperature n ¼ oz. red wine salami, sliced thin n 2 oz. pancetta, baked, cooled and sliced thin n 1 pickled pear (preparation below) n 4 oz. Parmesan sauce (preparation below) n 10 crostini

For Pickled Pears n 1 pear, cored, shaved thin n 1 cup orange juice n ¼ cup white vinegar n ½ cup sugar For Parmesan Sauce n 4 oz. grated Parmesan cheese n ¼ cup heavy cream n Salt and pepper

DIRECTIONS For Pickled Pears In a saucepan, bring orange juice, white vinegar and sugar to a simmer and turn off. Place shaved pear inside mixture and allow to cool. Refrigerate 20–30 minutes.

For Parmesan Sauce In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine parmesan cheese and heavy cream. Stir slowly and reduce until sauce becomes thick. Allow to cool.

Assembly On a crostini, spread Boursin cheese. Then, place one slice each of salami and pancetta. (If desired, add slices of hardboiled eggs). Top with pickled pear and drizzle with Parmesan sauce. Repeat on remaining crostini.

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APPLE CRUMB PIE ELIZABETH KATZ, EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF, THE BERNARDS INN, BERNARDSVILLE INGREDIENTS For Crust n 11/3 cups all-purpose flour n ½ tsp. salt n ½ tsp. sugar n ½ cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch cubes n 3 Tbs. ice water For Filling n 3¼ lbs. Granny Smith and Gala apples, peeled, cored and sliced ¼-inch thick n 2/3 cup sugar n 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour n 2 tsp. ground cinnamon n 2 tsp. unsalted butter, melted

DIRECTIONS For Topping n 1 cup all-purpose flour n ½ cup sugar n ¼ cup golden brown sugar, packed n 1½ tsp. ground cinnamon n ½ tsp. salt n 6 Tbs. chilled unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch cubes

For Crust Mix flour, salt and sugar in mixing bowl. With paddle attachment, add butter and mix until coarse meal forms. Drizzle ice water over flour mixture and mix until moist clumps form, adding more water by teaspoonfuls if dough is dry. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 12-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch-round pie dish. Turn edge under and crimp decoratively. Refrigerate while preparing filling and topping.

For Filling Mix all ingredients in large bowl to coat apples.

For Topping Blend first 5 ingredients in mixer with paddle attachment. Add chilled butter cubes and mix until mixture resembles wet sand.

Pour filling into chilled crust, mounding in center. Pack topping over and around apples. Bake pie on baking sheet until topping is golden, about 40 minutes (cover top with foil if browning too quickly). Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Bake until apples in center are tender when pierced and filling is bubbling thickly at edges, about 45 minutes longer.

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chefs shop For these six local chefs, no fruit is too exotic and no spice is too hard to find. Naturally, we had to ask them to let us in on their favorite local stores.

By Joana Mangune When it comes to buying the freshest foods and the best

tools to cook with, these culinary masters know their stuff.

So Morris/Essex Health & Life got them to share some local shopping habits—and secrets.

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Brandon Wilborn Chef Tierney’s Copperhouse, Fairfield “I incorporate numerous flavors from ethnic cuisines throughout the world, and many times I visit markets where they offer lesser-known ingredients,” Wilborn says. His top three go-to stores for Indian spices and condiments? Subzi Mandi, Khan Market and Delight Big Bazaar—all located in Parsippany.

To keep up with the latest in healthful eating, Wilborn shops at Whole Foods in Morristown. “I go there for inspiration when it comes to gluten-free and paleo diets and for their high-quality produce,” he says. When working with flavors of East Asia, Wilborn visits either Top Quality Food Market in Parsippany or Kam Man Foods in East Hanover.

Scott Hermo Culinary Director/Owner Bluff City BBQ, Montclair Inspired by the heritage of his wife, who’s half-Filipino, Hermo frequents East West Market in Bloomfield for Asian specialty items. “The store has a separate room for fish, vegetables and meat,” he says. “It reminds me of an open Asian market or a walk through Chinatown in New York City.” The market sells all parts and types of fish as well as pork and beef products. To experiment with different flavors for his house-made bacon, Hermo likes to use their pork belly, which he says is perfectly portioned for a one-gallon Ziploc bag. “They also have a large selection of hard-to-find Asian vegetables like bundles of yard-long beans,” says Hermo. Dry goods and fresh-baked goods are abundant, he says, as are condiments “from every place in Asia as well as many different types of hot sauces and pastes.”

John Frade Chef/Owner Cinders Wood Fire Grill, Mine Hill Back in the 1970s, Frade started out as a busboy learning how to make potato and macaroni salads. These days, he owns several restaurants, including Cinders Wood Fire Grill in Mine Hill, where they serve tasty tapas like Mozzarella & Tomato Blasts. To achieve that fresh taste, Frade favors Miller’s Hill Farm in Randolph for their corn, tomatoes, kale, peppers and zucchini. For kitchen tools, Frade recommends Chef’s Corner in Flanders.

Elizabeth Katz Executive Pastry Chef The Bernards Inn, Bernardsville When it comes to making her pastries, Katz is keen on creating a nice balance of flavors. She’s the type to use two kinds of apples (one sweet, one tart) for her pie. With her discerning taste, Katz peruses places like Whole Foods and Sur La Table for fine pastry ingredients, flour and specialty chocolate. Adds Katz, “Candyland Crafts in Somerville is also a great place for all tools related to pastry.”

James Laird Chef/Owner Restaurant Serenade, Chatham On his days off, Laird visits his local farmers’ markets with his wife to pick out fresh produce and protein. On Sundays, he goes to the Summit farmers’ market, where he finds the best tomatoes, lettuce and mozzarella; on Thursdays, he’s off to the farmers’ market in Madison; and on Saturdays, it’s a toss-up between Denville and Chatham. He favors these particular markets as they sell produce grown from “seeds that have not been genetically altered.” And Laird looks beyond appearances: “Some of the produce are not so pretty, but they have great flavor.” When he’s not out hunting for fruits and veggies, he’s at home growing ingredients in his garden.

Ilson Goncalves Chef/Owner Samba, Montclair This fall, Goncalves is going back to school to learn more about organic food. “I grew up eating fresh fruits and veggies, so I definitely believe in serving an organic menu,” says the Brazilian-born chef. For exotic produce, which he uses for his house-made sauces, Goncalves sifts through the selection at Seabra Foods in Newark. “They sell passion fruit, star fruit—basically fruits and veggies that I can’t easily find anywhere,” Goncalves says. For organic chicken, Goncalves goes to Emporium Supermarket by Wilson Avenue in Newark.

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Tools of the trade

local chefs dish on their go-to kitchen essentials— here’s what you need to cook like a pro.

They say a poor workman blames his tools, but no good cook would credit success

to a kitchen device. Still, there’s much to be said for having just the right trusty gadget—the one that not only does its job elegantly and dependably but also reassures you with its authoritative feel and gets your whole culinary rhythm going. Below are some of the tools we heard about when we asked Morris and Essex county chefs: “Which one would you be lost without?”

THE KNIFE

What makes the knife a chef’s favorite? Let us count the ways.

One, “It makes vegetable prep a breeze,” says Scott Hermo, culinary director and owner of Bluff City BBQ in Montclair. His favorite?

A Togiharu hammered Damascus Nakiri vegetable knife. “I keep it razor-sharp with a stone,” says Hermo.

Two, well, simply put, a sharp knife “can be used for anything,” says Ilson Goncalves, chef and owner of Samba in Montclair.

Indeed, executive pastry chef Elizabeth Katz of The Bernards Inn in Bernardsville says her small paring knife “is always handy to have” not only for slicing, dicing and cutting, but also for “opening boxes and containers.”

The Blender

Mario Russo, chef de cuisine at The Manor in West Orange, is a big fan of the Vitamix blender for its ability to fully mix together difficult ingredients, create smooth blends and handle a large volume of liquids at one time. His favorite part? It doesn’t overheat with high use.

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The Spatula

The go-to tool for Eric LeVine, executive chef of Morris Tap and Grill in Randolph? His spatula.

LeVine uses it to scrape a pan, a pot or a container to get everything out, which leads to more usable product and less waste.

The Horseshoe Peeler

For some, a horseshoe is seen as a sign of good luck. For James Laird, chef/ owner of Restaurant Serenade in Chatham, a horseshoe-shaped peeler is a welcomed sign of ease. “It makes my job easier. I can peel anything from potatoes to carrots with it. I use it for my home and for my business,” says Laird.

The Spice Grinder

While Wilborn admittedly can’t do without his smartphone like the rest of us, he says his runner-up would be a spice grinder. “Buying whole spices and toasting them before grinding makes all the difference in flavor when compared to using ground spices from the supermarket,” explains Wilborn.

The Smartphone

“As far as a tool I couldn’t live without, I’m ashamed to say my smartphone,” says Brandon Wilborn, chef at Tierney’s Copperhouse in Fairfield. “Personal devices are taboo in restaurant life during working hours. But I have to have mine close by for ordering and Googling an idea to see if someone else has done something similar.”

The Pair of Tongs

“I like my pair of tongs because it’s multipurpose,” says John Frade, chef/owner of Cinders Wood Fire Grill in Mine Hill. “There’s nothing you can’t do with it. You can use it to stir, flip or pick up food.”

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New treatments for old knees

Cartilage transplants return patients to active lifestyles.

Years of playing sports take their toll on bodies, and for Ken Crovetti, a lifetime of athletics had so damaged his left knee that he could barely walk without pain. There is nothing newsworthy about sports-related knee pain as it represents one of the biggest reasons for visiting an orthopedic surgeon. What is newsworthy, however, is the development of new types of treatments to help active patients like Crovetti return to sports again, pain-free.

Crovetti, 49, is a computer software sales executive who lives in Phoenixville, Pa., with his wife, Susan, and their children, ages 21, 18 and 15. In his early 30s and already suffering from aches and pains in both his knees, he shattered his left kneecap in a wakeboarding accident. His doctors repaired the kneecap, but identified additional damage to his cartilage—the soft tissue that provides a cushion where the bones meet in the knee joint—which at that time was left untreated. Within two to three years, that benign cartilage lesion had deteriorated to the point where his pain was present with activities of daily living in addition to the limitations he experienced with sports.

That’s the point at which he went to see Alan E. Cooper, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon at Saint Barnabas Medical Center.

The two were already acquainted: “Our oldest kids went to nursery school together, so I had known him a long time before I became his patient,” Crovetti says. “You go to people you trust, right?”

“We have a limited capacity to regenerate our own articular cartilage,” Dr. Cooper says. This tissue lacks a blood supply, so it cannot repair itself like other tissues can. “Until recently, we just told these kind of patients to live with it until they were old enough to get a knee replacement or drill holes to create fibrous tissue (false cartilage)” he says. Over the past decade, though, several new options have been made available to stimulate the growth of new cartilage.

For children and adolescents, damaged cartilage can be repaired with bio-absorbable implants—which stabilize the piece of loose cartilage—as it requires the healing capacities of youth; however, older patients like Crovetti aren’t candidates.

They are, however, eligible for either an autograft (taken from own knee), allograft transplant from a cadaver knee, infantile cartilage with regenerative capability or a two-stage procedure

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which includes culturing one’s own harvested cartilage cells in a lab and transplanting them back into the defect.

Crovetti met with Dr. Cooper to discuss these options, and included his brother, an orthopedic surgeon, to be part of the consultation. “They had a conversation, brother to doctor, and agreed a transplant from a fresh cadaver made the most sense based on the size of my cartilage lesion,” Crovetti says. It took a while to find fresh tissue that was an exact match to his knee.

When it was located, “He called me on a Friday and asked if I could go in on Monday,” Crovetti recalls.

Dr. Cooper performed what is called an osteochondral allograft transplant. He drilled a hole in the bone slightly larger than the defect and transplanted a plug of cadaver bone and cartilage as a perfect match. Crovetti admits the first week of recovery “was pretty painful.” After that, however, he healed rapidly. Physical therapy helped him rehab the knee to rebuild strength and range of motion. Six months after surgery, he was back waterskiing and enjoying other activities.

Other patients may have an option of using implants generated from their own tissues. Cartilage is removed from a non-weight-bearing part of their knee, where it isn’t needed, and sent to a special laboratory, to be encouraged to grow artificially. That tissue is then re-implanted back into the knee defect where it is needed. Choosing between cadaver tissue and the patient’s own cartilage depends mostly on the size and location of the patients lesion(s). “With a larger lesion, cellbased treatment might be the better option, and for smaller lesions the OATs procedure (osteochondral autograft transfer system) performed arthroscopically might be better,” Dr. Cooper says.

Yet another, even newer possibility is stem cell therapy. Stem cells are taken from the patient’s own bone marrow in the pelvic bone or come from amniotic fluid in stem cell banks. “We can inject stem cells into the knee joint for an arthritic patient or use it as an adjunct into the lesion itself,” Dr. Cooper says. “The early results for this look promising, but it is not yet a universal application at this time.”

Crovetti is still happy with his transplant. “I play golf, I spend a lot of time walking my dogs,” he says. “Dr. Cooper bought me years of activity.”

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A center for knee repair Under the direction of Alan E. Cooper, M.D., Saint Barnabas Medical Center will be opening a cartilage regeneration program as part of his practice within the Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center.

“There is a definite need for this type of center in this region,” Dr. Cooper says. “There is now an epidemic of athletic injuries, due to increased activity levels and year-round single-sport participation starting at very young ages. It makes treatment more seamless when you have it all centered in one location.”

to find out more about Orthopedic services at saint Barnabas Medical Center, call the joint institute at 973.322.9908 OR Visit barnabashealth.org/sbmc.

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Shaping the future

of breast care Today’s clinical trials help the next generation of cancer survivors.

Although October is designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we cannot forget about our health the other 11 months of the year.

Breast cancer develops over time and can be present before any symptoms appear or the tumor can be detected by a physical exam. Establishing a pattern of annual mammography, ongoing physical exams by your physician and being aware of any changes in your breasts are the best ways to take an active role in maintaining good breast health.

Saint Barnabas Medical Center has one of the largest breast centers in the region at the Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center, caring for thousands of women every month. What follow are the stories of women who have received their care at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Each woman in this article chose to participate in a clinical research trial at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Read their stories and learn why they chose to help future generations of survivors.

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Don’t skip your check-up Jacqueline Trzyna-Ciekurs

“I was the healthiest person you would ever meet,” says Jacqueline Trzyna-Ciekurs (far left). She was extremely physically active and watched her diet. Because she felt she took great physical care of herself, she admittedly neglected her mammogram for several years. Then while on a skiing trip, she felt a burning sensation in her breast and discovered a lump.

Having a physical for her new job, she mentioned the lump to her doctor and was sent for additional testing. She was diagnosed with cancer, which required a mastectomy followed by chemotherapy and reconstruction.

But soon after her treatment and just 10 months after her diagnosis, Jacqueline completed her first 5K run.

It was an emotional milestone and an accomplishment she cherishes.

“As part of my treatment, I chose to participate in a clinical trial because I wanted to lessen any chance of this recurring. I hope it never returns, but I want to hedge my bets and do all that I can do to ensure that it won’t come back,” she explains.

Today, she is back to normal and as active as ever. “I am certainly more conscious about eating fresher, more wholesome food and doing all that I can do to avoid cancer,” she explains.

“I cannot stress enough how important it is to get your mammogram. And if you think something is not right, you need to get it checked out.”

Trust your doctors Nicky Sandels

Though there was no history of breast cancer in her family, Nicky Sandels (left) felt a lump in her breast at age 41 and she went in for her first mammogram soon after. The radiologist knew from experience that the lump was suspicious, and Nicky was immediately sent for a biopsy, which confirmed cancer. After her surgery, she required chemotherapy and radiation. She joined a clinical trial because she felt more secure with the additional monitoring that comes with being part of the trial. To this day, not knowing whether she received the drug or a placebo, she feels there wasn’t any downside to her participation.

A mother of three and a personal chef, Nicky has learned a lot from her cancer journey. “Trust your medical team and be wary of the Internet,” she says. “There is so much information that can be overwhelming and misleading. Don’t let it distract you from your healing.”

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“I wouldn’t wish cancer on anyone. However, it was an experience that I wouldn’t trade for what it has done for me and my family” —andrea Adewale-adebowale

Don’t be afraid to ask for help Andrea Adewale-Adebowale

Andrea Adewale-Adebowale never missed her annual mammogram. Even though she did not have any symptoms, her mammogram detected abnormalities and she was sent for an ultrasound—which proved inconclusive.

After getting a breast MRI, a small lump was found, and Andrea was presented with her options. As a mother of five and as a new grandmother, she did not have time to be sick, so she opted for a lumpectomy and radiation.

But she had a challenging time tolerating her treatment and faced a number of struggles and complications. As a result, she had to take a leave from work and started to have feelings of depression. The psychosocial team in The Cancer Center at Saint Barnabas recognized she was struggling and intervened by providing her with tremendous support and helping her move forward to a more positive place.

Andrea agreed to participate in a clinical trial at The Cancer Center in hopes researchers would discover something about cancer that could ultimately help other people.

Andrea, now 49, is back to her highpressured job and loving every minute of life.

Her advice to others is to not be afraid to trust your family and take help. “I wouldn’t wish cancer on anyone. However, it was an experience that I wouldn’t trade for what it has done for me and my family,” she says.

Mammograms Save Lives!

Schedule your appointment by calling 973.322.7888. Learn more at pinkcrusade.org.

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A call for more mammography Breast cancer expert says recent guidelines are insufficient.

“My life is all about breast cancer awareness,” Linda Sanders, M.D., declares. Dr. Sanders, medical director of The Breast Center at the Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center (ACC), specializes in breast imaging and mammography, and her passion is telling women why early detection is so important. That’s why she is on a mission to refute what she considers controversial recommendations from a national organization.

In 2016, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), an independent, volunteer panel of national experts in prevention and evidence-based medicine, declared that women should get mammograms every other year, beginning at age 50. This runs counter to the longstanding belief held by many other experts that most women should start getting mammograms at age 40, and should get them every year.

“This was shortsighted,” Dr. Sanders believes. She says that the USPSTF made its recommendations based on data showing that women in their 40s have fewer incidences of breast cancer, which peaks at about age 60. “But other statistics show that approximately 40 percent of the life-years lost to breast cancer are in women in their 40s,” she says. “That’s an amazing number.”

There have been many scientific trials proving that mammography reduces mortality in women ages 40 to 49, she adds. “So I am a strong believer that all women should start at 40, and continue annually thereafter.”

Breast cancer touches one in every eight women. According to the American Cancer Society, about 246,660 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women each year, and about 61,000 new cases of carcinoma in situ (a non-invasive, early form of breast cancer) will be diagnosed. About 40,450 women will die from breast cancer this year. “Those are big numbers,” Dr. Sanders says. The USPSTF recommendations, she believes, have resulted in fewer women having mammograms, which can only cause those numbers to rise.

Education is the answer, she says. She speaks to primary care and family physicians about “these recommendations,” and has written an article in a medical journal as well. She also works with Saint Barnabas’ outreach programs to get the word out to women in the area. “We try hard to get more women to take the time to care about their own health,” she says. “Women are busy with their jobs and families, and tend to put their health on the back burner.”

Dr. Sanders urges women to have an annual screening mammogram at a comprehensive breast center like the one at the ACC, which performs breast imaging using the most advanced technology. In addition to screening mammography, services offered include a diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, as well as breast intervention procedures such as core biopsies which are standard of care for diagnosis of any abnormality.

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A new look

after breast cancer surgery Some women can opt for lumpectomy combined with cosmetic breast shaping.

When women are first diagnosed with breast cancer, the news is, of course, devastating. M. Michele Blackwood, M.D., medical director of the Center for Breast Health and Disease Management at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, often has to deliver that news. But recently, she has been able to turn many of those women from despair to hope in the course of this lifechanging event.

For years, women newly diagnosed with noninvasive breast cancer had two options: mastectomy or lumpectomy—removal of smaller, less aggressive tumors—followed by radiation treatments. But, Dr. Blackwood says, 40 years of data now show that mastectomy is no more effective in increasing survival rates than lumpectomy and radiation, so more women can choose the less invasive surgery without worry. And because of that, “I have added a third treatment option,” Dr. Blackwood says. She combines lumpectomy with breast plastic surgery. Called oncoplastic mastopexy (breast lift) or oncoplastic reduction, these procedures use the woman’s remaining natural breast tissue without the need for implants or the more difficult reconstructive surgery needed after a mastectomy.

This option is only available for those who are candidates for lumpectomy.

Tumors that have spread into the nipple or appear in multiple quadrants of the breast must be removed through mastectomy. Large tumors may also require full surgery, but some women can undergo chemotherapy to shrink the tumor, then opt for lumpectomy and breast shaping, Dr. Blackwood says. And most insurance covers the breast repair because it is surgery to fix defects in breast tissue caused by the lumpectomy, which is not cosmetic surgery. “We are lucky to have many talented plastic surgeons who work with us,” she says.

According to Dr. Blackwood, this is a breakthrough for women who once believed their options for breast reduction or a lift were limited following their lumpectomy. She notes that many patients were appreciative when told of their alternatives.

“It is another tool in our tool box,” she says, “to help women be cancer-free and look and feel beautiful.”

to find out more about the Center for breast health and disease management at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, please call 973.322.7020 OR visit barnabashealth.org/sbmc.

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Germ Warfare

A robot uses intense UV light to kill pathogens in hospital. safety is our priority At Saint barnabas medical Center, states Stephen P. Zieniewicz, FACHE, president and CEO. Reducing the potential for infection is at the top of our list, which is why Saint Barnabas Medical Center recently purchased a state-of-the-art robot to better disinfect hospital rooms, equipment and surfaces.

It’s called the Xenex Robot, and it uses intense, pulsed xenon ultraviolet (UV) light to kill viruses, bacteria, mold, fungus and bacterial spores in just five to 10 minutes per room, without contact or chemicals. Broad-spectrum UV light penetrates the cell walls of these pathogens, causing their DNA to fuse and rendering the germs unable to reproduce or mutate.

The robot provides an extra layer of protection after the room has been cleaned using traditional methods. Housekeepers roll in the 5-foot-tall robot and position it on both sides of the bed and in the restroom, each time leaving the room and closing it off—the UV light is too intense for humans—before the machine goes to work. The machine is able to disinfect 99.99 percent of dangerous contaminants.

Studies have shown that the robot reduces hospital room contamination 20 times better than standard cleaning. “We

already have a strong infection prevention program in place,” says Mr. Zieniewicz. “This robot is helping us be more effective at stopping the superbugs that pose a threat to patients, their families and our staff.”

Of particular concern in hospital settings is a spore-forming bacteria called Clostridium difficile, or C diff for short. It produces toxins that cause fever, abdominal pain and acute diarrhea or colitis, an inflammation of the colon, and it is highly resistant to antibiotics. Studies prove that hospitals that use the robot reduce health care associated with C diff by 53 percent, Mr. Zieniewicz says. Likewise, it has been shown to greatly reduce or eliminate other drug-resistant pathogens, including enterovirus, MRSA and VRE. Along with patient rooms, the robot will be used throughout the hospital, including the intensive care units, medical/surgical suites and operating rooms.

“Our goal,” Mr. Zieniewicz says, “is to eliminate all infection to become a facility with zero defects that is highly reliable.

The Xenex is an important piece, killing spores and other germs to prevent healthcare-associated infections and keep our patients safe.”

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Cool Tropical Fruit

Half of the world loves nutritious guava. It just doesn’t happen to be our half—yet.

You may not come across guava in your regular supermarket, but if you visit Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Mexico or Central America—or a Latin American or Asian market closer to home—you’ll likely spot this seeded tropical fruit. Both the exterior and the flesh can range from pink to white, depending on the variety, and the most common type is the apple guava (Psidium guajava). About the size of its namesake, this fruit is grown on the guava tree, which is in the myrtle family of plants—its relatives include clove, allspice and eucalyptus. And its taste falls somewhere in the pleasant zone between the strawberry and the pear.

Power up Gobble a guava, and you can go right back to bed; you’ve had your vitamin C for the day— twice. (Eat your heart out, oranges!) Guava is also a good source of vitamin A, which helps with bone health and immunity, as well as folate, which can be beneficial for reproductive health. It’s rich in fiber, with 3 grams per fruit, contains protein (1 gram) and is relatively low in sugar (5 grams)—a trifecta that can help with weight loss. Furthermore, the pink variety is rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that may be

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helpful in preventing certain cancers.

Buy/ Store/ Serve Look for fruit that are slightly soft, with a little give when you press.

Once ripe, guava bruises easily and spoils quickly, so plan accordingly when buying it, and refrigerate what you can’t eat within a day or two. If you purchase a young fruit (it may appear more green than yellow, but not necessarily, and should feel firmer to the touch), simply keep it in a brown bag with a banana or an apple to speed ripening.

Guavas can be eaten raw, just like apples (both the skin and the seeds are edible). They can also be blended into juices, including a popular Hawaiian drink called POG (passionfruit, orange and guava). In Indian cuisine, they may be served in the form of a dessert dish called “guava cheese,” which involves cooking the pulp with sugar, pressing

it and cutting it into bars. Need more ideas?

A simple web search will pull up a range of guava recipes, from jellies and pastries to ice creams and cocktails.

Did you know?

Besides this fruit’s nutritional benefits, some healers believe its leaves have medicinal properties. In certain areas of the world they’re crushed and used to treat diarrhea, dysentery, tooth problems and even abrasions. In Japan, guava leaf tea is approved for use by patients with prediabetes and diabetes. —Liz Donovan

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To your health!

Here’s a fun way to sneak more fruits and veggies into your diet—whip up one of these delicious, dessert-like smoothies.

You won’t know it’s good for you!

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Chia and Raspberry pudding Serves 2

This raspberry variation of a chia pudding is simple, satisfying and delicious as an on-the-go breakfast or snack. You could even serve it for dessert if you sweeten it slightly by blending dates with the milk.

FOR THE PUDDING n 4 oz./1 cup fresh ripe raspberries (or frozen, thawed) n 3 Tbs. desiccated coconut n 3 Tbs. black chia seeds n ½ tsp. ground vanilla or vanilla extract n 8½ fl. oz./1 cup plant milk of choice FOR THE TOPPING

n Hazelnut butter n Green kiwi fruit, chopped n Fresh raspberries and

blackberries

DIRECTIONS Put the raspberries in a bowl and mash them with a fork. Stir in the coconut, chia seeds and vanilla and then pour over the milk and mix until well combined. Stir every now and again for the first 10 minutes to prevent lumps from forming.

Set aside to soak in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight. The pudding is ready when the consistency is thick and jelly-like.

Spoon into two medium-sized glass jars or a large one.

Cover with a layer of hazelnut butter and finish with the fruit, a few mint leaves and a sprinkling of hemp seeds. It can keep for a couple of days in the fridge (without the toppings), if unopened.

n Fresh mint leaves n Hemp seeds

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rose hip ‘affogato’ with crumbled ‘amaretti’ Serves 2

Rose hips are a true superfood packed with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds. If you can’t find rose hip powder in your local supermarket or health food store, you can always purchase it online.

FOR THE ‘AMARETTI’ n 4–5 soft dates, pitted n 3¼ oz./¾ cup ground

almonds or almond flour n 2 oz./¼ cup almond milk

FOR THE ROSE HIP SOUP n 1½ oz./¼ cup rose hip powder n 1 Tb. arrowroot or potato starch n 17 fl. oz./2 cups water n 3 Tbs. pure maple syrup

TO SERVE n Vanilla ice cream

Directions Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place all of the ingredients for the date ‘amaretti’ in a food processor and pulse until mixed. Alternatively, put the dates in a bowl and mash them with a fork until they form a paste. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix until well combined. Taste and adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more dates if necessary. Transfer to a piping bag and pipe into about ¾-inch diameter rounds, like amaretti biscuits (Italian macaroons). Bake for about 10 minutes or until golden. Set aside to cool while you prepare the rose hip soup.

Put the rose hip powder in a saucepan along with the arrowroot and water. Bring to a boil, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Reduce the heat, whisk in the maple syrup and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until a smooth syrup forms, before removing from the heat. Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to get it completely smooth.

To assemble, spoon a scoop of vanilla ice cream into the base of two medium-sized glass jars or bowls, or in a large jar (as featured in the photo), and pour over the rose hip soup. Finish with a sprinkling of crumbled ‘amaretti’ and some extra ice cream on top for the sweet-toothed. Serve right away before it comes running down the glass jar.

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kiwi, kale & chia parfait Serves 2

Packed with kale and avocado, this smoothie still tastes very sweet and fruity and looks rather stunning with its different layers. This can easily be the dessert of a fancy dinner or served as breakfast on a gray morning.

FOR the Chia pudding n 3 Tbs. chia seeds of choice n 1 tsp. vanilla extract n 1 Tb. pure maple syrup or raw honey (optional) n 8½ fl. oz./1 cup unsweetened plant milk

Directions Add the avocado and kiwi fruit flesh to a blender along with the rest of the kiwi fruit smoothie ingredients.

FOR THE KIWI FRUIT SMOOTHIE n ¼ ripe avocado, stone removed n 1 ripe green kiwi fruit n 1 frozen banana n 1 handful kale or spinach, stems removed (organic if possible) n 4 fl. oz./½ cup coconut water or coconut milk n Juice of ½ lime

Spoon half of the chia pudding (see directions at right) into the base of two medium-sized glasses. For a beautiful artistic look, you don’t need to worry about making the layers even.

TO SERVE n Ripe green kiwi fruit, finely sliced and chopped n Nut butter n Fresh blueberries n Granola of choice n Desiccated coconut n Fresh lemon balm leaves, optional

Blend on a high speed until completely smooth.

Arrange a few kiwi fruit slices around the inside of the glasses. Cover with half of the kiwi fruit smoothie, the rest of the chia pudding and a dollop of nut butter. Top with the rest of the kiwi fruit smoothie and finish with another dollop of nut butter, as well as some chopped kiwi fruit and blueberries and a sprinkling of granola, coconut and lemon balm.

TO make the chia pudding Put the chia seeds, vanilla and maple syrup (if using) in a bowl.

Pour over the milk and mix until well combined. Stir every now and again in the first 10 minutes to prevent lumps from forming.

Spoon into a medium-sized sealable glass jar and set aside to soak in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight. It’s ready when the chia seeds form a gelatinous substance around themselves and the overall consistency is thick and jelly-like. It can keep for a couple of days in the fridge, if unopened.

Reprinted with permission from Green Kitchen Smoothies by David Frenkiel and Luise Vindahl. © 2016 Hardie Grant 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 •O live 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.

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Solar Do Minho Portuguese cuisine, featuring sangria, 15 Cleveland St., 973.844.0500

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SCALINI FEDELI Modern Italian with a French flair, 63 Main St., 973.701.9200

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Tierney’s Copperhouse Traditional American fare, 4 Little Falls Rd., 973.227.6066

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The American BBQ Company Casual American cuisine and barbecue, 94-1 Ford Rd., 973.664.1460 CAFÉ METRO Healthy American fare in a casual atmosphere, 460 Diamond Spring Rd., 973.625.1055

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BLACK RIVER BARN Eclectic American fare, 1178 Route 10 West, 973.598.9988 LA STRADA ristorante Traditional Italian cuisine, 1105 Route 10 East, 973.584.4607 Morris Tap & Grill New American gastropub with vegetarian and gluten-free options, 500 Route 10 West, 973.891.1776 Verona Restaurant Eclectic Italian cuisine, BYOB, 1171 Sussex Tpk., 973.895.8888

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ROSEMARY AND SAGE Contemporar y American cuisine, 26 Hamburg Tpk., 973.616.0606

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THE EXCHANGE American pub food featuring steaks, seafood and salads, 160 E. Main St., 973.627.8488 THAI NAM PHET Traditional Thai, BYO, 296 Route 46 East, 973.627.8400

SHORT HILLS

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

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above restaurant and bar New American fare with full bar, 1 S. Orange Ave., 973.762.2683

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Rails Steakhouse Upscale yet casual steakhouse featuring a seasonal menu, 10 Whitehall Rd., 973.335.0006

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dai-Kichi Japanese and sushi fare featuring weekly specials, 608 Valley Rd., 973.744.2954 Four seasons kebab house Authentic Turkish cuisine, 594 Valley Rd., 973.707.7651

OSTERIA GIOTTo Casual Italian, BYO, 21-23 Midland Ave., 973.746.0111

FORNOS OF SPAIN RESTAURANT Authentic Spanish cuisine featuring fresh seafood, 47 Ferr y St., 973.589.4767

Jackie’s Grillette Healthy Mediterranean fare and fresh salads, 614 Valley Rd., 973.744.0090

Pig & Prince High-end pub fare featuring extensive beer list, 1 Lackawanna Plz., 973.233.1006

Nico kitchen and bar High-end eclectic Italian small plates, 1 Center St., 973.642.1226

Upstairs Seasonal New American fare featuring specialty martinis, 608 Valley Rd., 973.744.4144

SEABRA’S MARISQUEIRA Fine Portuguese fare specializing in fresh seafood, 87 Madison St., 973.465.1250 SPANISH TAVERN Classic Spanish fare with an emphasis on pairing the right Spanish wine with the meal, 103 McWhorter St. #A, 973.589.4959

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FRANKLIN STEAKHOUSE & TAVERN Casual American steak house featuring a variety of beef, seafood and salad options, 238 Franklin Ave., 973.667.1755 RALPH’S pizzeria Italian dining with award-winning pizza, 564 Franklin Ave., 973.235.1130 For a complete list of dining options, visit the “where to eat” section of mSXhealthandlife.com.

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HIGHLAWN PAVILION New American cuisine with fresh seasonal produce, Eagle Rock Reser vation, 1 Crest Dr., 973.731.3463 THE MANOR RESTAURANT Upscale American and French cuisine with fresh seasonal produce, 111 Prospect Ave., 973.731.2360 MCLOONE’S BOATHOUSE Upscale interpretations of American classics, 9 Cherr y Ln., 862.252.7108 SUZY QUE’s Southern barbecue cuisine, 34 S. Valley Rd., 973.736.7899

WHARTON

HOT RODS Southern-style comfort food and barbecue, 175 N. Main St., 973.361.5050

WHIPPANY

AULD SHEBEEN Authentic Irish pub, specializing in Irish meat loaf wrapped in maple bacon and hearty Guinness-and-beef stew, 1401 Route 10 East, 973.583.8811

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Gatherings FAMILY FESTIVAL Grow It Green Morristown Urban Farm, Morristown, growitgreenmorristown.org More than 150 people attended the 17th annual Alfresco at the Farm, a family fundraising event to benefit Grow It Green Morristown and its efforts to make fresh, local food accessible to all. Guests enjoyed live music from bluegrass band Pine Sap Kings, relay races, face painting and more.

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New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark, kippnj.org KIPP NJ hosted its 9th annual Be the Change event in celebration of student accomplishments and community leaders. The event featured keynote speakers, student highlights and honoree acknowledgements.

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CHECK DONATION Wells Fargo Foundation Morris Habitat for Humanity, Randolph, morrishabitat.org Morris Habitat for Humanity received a $15,000 grant donation from the Wells Fargo Foundation. The funds will help the nonprofit’s special build initiative to help address the need for affordable homes for veterans.

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DOGGIE OLYMPICS Handicapped Pets Foundation Morris Animal Inn, Morristown, morrisanimalinn.com The Handicapped Pets Foundation teamed up with the Morris Animal Inn to host a Canine Olympics in honor of the 2016 Rio Olympics. A portion of the funds raised went directly toward buying a wheelchair for Josie, a dog who lost the use of her back legs due to a car accident.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Mill Morristown, friendsoffosterfields andcoopermill.org Celebrating its 30th anniversary year, the Friends of Fosterfields & Cooper Mill group hosted an ice cream social. Guests enjoyed four flavors of ice cream and lots of toppings, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and live music.

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grow it green morristown (1–2), KIPP NJ (3–4), NEWARK MUSEUM (5), MORRIS ANIMAL INN (6–7) Morris Habitat for humanity (8), FRIENDS OF FOSTERFIELDS AND COOPER MILL (9).

Newark, newarkmuseum.org Guests were treated to an evening full of fun and philanthropy at the Newark Museum’s Legacy Gala. The funds raised will help the museum’s efforts to continue providing significant exhibitions of world-renowned collections while meeting the cultural and educational needs of children and families who visit.

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OCT 19 Get started on your wedding

planning at the ELEGANT BRIDAL SHOW at The Atrium in West Orange, from 7–10 p.m. The event will feature bridal gown fashion shows, live music, a variety of vendors, giveaways and raffles. Admission: FREE. Go to elegantbridal.com.

OCT 19 Head to the 20th annual SPARKLE OF HOPE GALA for an elegant evening of food, cocktails, philanthropy and more. The event, presented by Parsippany-based Community Hope, begins at 5:30 p.m. at The Venetian in Garfield and will benefit the organization’s efforts to support veterans and their families. Tickets are $175 per person.

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OCT 20 Get your taste buds ready for

the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation’s GRAND TASTING & CAMP NEjEDA MIXER, which includes a dinner buffet, hors d’oeuvres, fine wines, craft beers, a silent auction and much more.

The event takes place from 6:30–9:30 p.m. at the Hanover Manor in East Hanover.

Tickets: $60. Purchase your tickets at kiwanisgrandtasting.com.

OCT 24 Lift your Halloween spirit and

take in a performance of SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES, by the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, at 7:30 p.m. in Madison. Classic horror stories will be told with background music by composer John Hoge. Tickets begin at $35.

Reserve your seats at shakespearenj.org.

OCT 26 Join Chef Eileen Maher for a

HARVEST MOON COOKING CLASS at the Kings Cooking Studio in Short Hills from 6–9 p.m. Participants will learn the culinary secrets to dishes such as pork tenderloin, sautéed apples, puréed cauliflower gratin, sweet-and-sour red cabbage and pumpkin pie custard. Admission: $60. To reserve your spot, go to kingsfoodmarkets.com.

OCT 30 Have a pre-Halloween break-

fast and enjoy a hayride at Alstede Farms’ PUMPKIN PANCAKE BREAKFAST in Chester, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Stick around for afternoon activities for the entire family—corn mazes, petting zoo, apple and pumpkin picking and more. Admission: $7.99 for kids, $12.99 for adults. Head to alstedefarms.com for full details.

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Diabetes Self-Management Class October 5, 12, 19, 26; 10:00 am November 2, 9, 16, 30; 2:00 pm BHACC • 973-322-2174

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Breast Health Awareness: The Pink Crusade October 1–30, The Mall at Short Hills Grand Court, 1200 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center and The Mall at Short Hills are on a crusade, The Pink Crusade. View the striking exhibit showcasing survivor stories and important information that every woman should know about early detection for Breast Cancer. Visit our partner stores to receive valuable health tips throughout the month of October. Stop by Guest Services to be entered into a drawing to win a $250 Mall at Short Hills Gift Card. Dedicate a pink ribbon for our Pink Ribbon Garden by registering on the iPad in Grand Court. Most important, don’t forget to get your mammogram and remind your friends to do the same!

You can email an appointment request right from Grand Court and a representative will contact you to schedule a convenient time. For more information or a list of partner stores: thepinkcrusade.org.

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FREE BABY FAIR AT SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER October 22; 9:00 am to 1:00 pm SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston

Is there a baby in your future? Whether you’re already pregnant or plan to become a parent someday, you are invited to this free community event for expectant and prospective parents and grandparents.

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Be there See gymnasts Nastia Liukin, Gabby Douglas and others in Newark, Nov. 11.

NOV 5 If you need some comedic relief, the Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown has what you’re looking for. Comic legends RITA RUDNER AND ROBERT KLEIN will take the stage beginning at 8 p.m. for a night of classic one-liners and great stories. Tickets range between $49–$79. Head to mayoarts.org to purchase your tickets.

NOV 5 Stock up on gifts for the holiday season at the HOLIDAY CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR at the St. Cecilia Church basement in Rockaway, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

The event features one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts for family members and friends. Admission: FREE. Visit the “events” page at sacredheartrockaway.org for more information.

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NOV 13 Find great gifts for family and

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The Philadelphia-based tribute band will perform their own versions of classic Led Zeppelin hits like “Ramble On,” “Stairway to Heaven,” “Tangerine” and more. Tickets range between $38–$55. To purchase your tickets, visit sopacnow.org.

Enjoy a pumpkin pancake breakfast in Chester, Oct. 30.

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From a base in Cortina, your main challenges are which cable car to hop and which gourmet restaurant to choose for dinner. By Harry Dowden When it comes to skiing the Alps, most Americans (to say nothing of the English, Russians and others) gravitate to Switzerland, Austria and France. If you’re at all crowd-averse—and if you’re more into the relaxing aspects of a mountain holiday than feats of downhill athleticism—consider Italy instead. Like so many aspects of the good life, the Italians seem to have perfected the ski vacation.

Nowhere has this art been elevated higher than at Cortina, the chicest of the Italian Alpine resorts. Like St. Moritz, Cortina has its century-old grand hotels, mansions and elite social scene. But the flavor is less international and more, well, Italian. Wealthy Romans and Milanese have long favored this ancient mountain town, where they seem as focused on fine dining, shopping and their evening passeggiata as they are on the ski scene.

Not that the skiing is less than magical. Cortina sits in the Ampezzana valley near the Austrian border, completely circled by the high, jagged peaks of the Dolomites. There are three ski areas nearby, and one pass gives access to all.

Lagazuoi 5 Torri, which can be accessed by bus from the center of town, is ideal for the sight-skier. Consider taking the Super8 tour, which has been laid out to highlight the most panoramic vistas of the Dolomite peaks. Then, with or without a guide, be sure to experience the 5-mile-long Armentarola. It’s the most famous ski run in Italy and certainly one of the most beautiful in the world.

Next up is the trio of Faloria Cristallo Mietres, accessed by cable car from town and boasting a wide range of trails, from beginner to expert.

Those with tots in tow (or timid travel partners) can drop them off at Mietres, which offers gentle forested runs, and then be free to explore

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the 893 meters of vertical the Cortina-Mandres-Faloria cable car provides. Between 27 miles of slopes and 12 refuges, or rifugi, as the small lodges here are called, this area boasts plenty of room and variety, whether your preference leans toward racing or resting.

The third ski area, Tofana, also is accessed from Cortina by cable car. Above the beginner slopes, you’ll find some of the most challenging terrain in the Dolomites (the Women’s Alpine Skiing World Cup is held here each year). You might take the Olympia tour, which lets you ski in the tracks of the 1956 Winter Games athletes. From the famous “Schuss” to the forbidding “Vertigine Bianca,” the steep upper runs of Tofana demand skill and nerve.

If the three ski areas surrounding Cortina don’t give you your fill of downhill, opt for the Dolomiti Superski Pass. It gives you access to 12 valleys, 745 miles of trails and 450 lifts—enough to keep you busy for a week or a winter.

When your quads are torched and it’s time to relax for the day, you’ll find a lively après-ski scene in town. The main street, the Corso Italia, is lined with clothing boutiques and antiques stores. It’s pedestrian-only, and here you’ll find elegant Italian women in fur coats and men in ski garb shopping up a storm.

As twilight descends, a party atmosphere prevails, especially in the Piazza Venezia, where boisterous crowds gather to begin their evening stroll. After dark, gravity shifts indoors to wine bars and restaurants.

Where to stay? The classic choice is the Hotel Cristallo, the most iconic mountain resort in Italy. The Cristallo opened in 1901, catering to European aristocracy and literati. Leo Tolstoy was an early guest, and Ernest Hemingway wrote Out of Season here. Surviving occupation during both world wars, the hotel went on to have a second, jet-setting heyday after the 1956 Olympics were held in Cortina. Audrey Hepburn, an avid skier, was a frequent visitor. Frank Sinatra stayed at the hotel, as did Peter Sellers. (Much of The Pink Panther, the movie that launched the series in 1963, was filmed here. More than a decade later, Roger Moore camped at the Cristallo during the filming of For Your Eyes Only. You probably remember the high-speed chase that opened the movie, with James Bond on skis being pursued by bad guys on spikewheeled motorcycles down the Olympic bobsled run and various ski slopes.)

Massively refurbished for its centenary in 2001, the Cristallo has kept pace with modern luxury. Named Italy’s Best Ski Hotel in 2013’s inaugural World Ski Awards, the property offers everything you’d expect— spa services, winter swimming, a jacuzzi in every guest room and a choice of fine restaurants. The glass-walled Il Gazebo offers gorgeous views of the mountains. The more rustic La Stube 1872 is the place for hearty après fare, such as venison chops with cabbage pie and speck. And the Monkey Lounge lets you relive the Swinging Sixties, perhaps channeling the wit of Peter Sellers over cocktails.

The only potential drawback to the Cristallo is that it’s not in the heart of town.

If you prefer a more bustling environment, try the four-star Hotel Ancora. Built in 1826,

the Ancora is long on traditional charm, with wooden balconies and carved, painted decoration. Run by the same family for four generations, it’s situated in the heart of the pedestrian district and serves excellent food.

One of the reasons foreign hordes have spared Cortina is its distance from major airports and lack of a rail line. That said, once your plane lands, getting to Cortina is not that much more difficult than, say, driving from the Denver airport to Beaver Creek. If you drive the 101 miles from the Innsbruck airport, granted, you’ll find the winding roads of the South Tyrol to be a bit more challenging than good old I-70. But the scenery is also more spectacular. An easier alternative is to fly to the Treviso airport, just north of Venice, and drive 85 miles north to the resort.

However you approach it, you’ll feel a world apart when you get to Cortina and experience its renowned Alpine landscape from the cradle of Italian winter luxury.

This page: a circa-1920s advertisement for the region; the pools at the Hotel Cristallo; ski biking on a Cortina trail.

Opposite: kicking up powder high in the Dolomites; Piazza Venezia comes to life at night.

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