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Despite numerous trips to Atlantic City, somehow I have never made it to the most famous sub shop in South Jersey-- the White House Sub Shop.  In business for 65 years, the restaurant has served up its famous Italian and cheese-steak subs to the likes of George Clooney and Frank Sinatra but not me! Perhaps it was the out of the way location that was the problem. To remedy that, White House Sub

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Ladies’ Living Room Fashion Series on the Fifth Floor at the Chelsea Hotel, Atlantic City Beginning May 5th, the Fifth floor lounge will undergo a temporary ‘make over’ into the Ladies’ Living Room, a Fashionista’s Night Out from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. The hottest fashion and jewelry designs will be offered with fabulous

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Any chef worth their salt will tell you that to cook at the James Beard House is a major milestone in one's career. On Monday, May 2, Chef Dominique Filoni (Avenue, Long Branch) will man the Beard kitchen and prepare a  French-inspired seafood dinner that draws on his St. Tropez roots. The Menu Hors d’Oeuvres Brandade Croquettes Sea Urchin with Spicy Lardo and Fleur de Sel Kusshi Oysters

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While not too tasty, this is one really creative lobster dish! Source: flickr.com via Emily on Pinterest To comment, click on the word comment below

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Guy Fieri will be back with another Cheesesteak showdown, Robert Irvine is invading the kitchen of Casa diNapoli in the Showboat and Pat and Gina Neely will host beer and BBQ tastings at the House of Blues. Just some of the tasty events slated for the Food Network Food and Wine Festival in Atlantic City July 28th- July 31st TICKETS ON SALE NOW! The festival, which will feature some of

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Whether on the road or in the sky, there are some who demand (and can afford) the best. Last night, in a gleaming white hangar, the two came together. Paul Miller Bentley unveiled America's first 2012 Bentley Continental GT and guests were invited to board XOJet's Bombardier Challenger 300. There were show girls from Caesars Atlantic City, Double Cross Vodka flowed and DJ Shughes provided a

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She'd walk on water (if she could) or swim in the coldest pool (she has) for you- - what are you going to do for her? May we suggest a water related activity of a different caliber for Mother's Day? One that won't muse her hair –– an elegant cruise around Manhattan aboard the Spirit of New York or the Bateaux. To comment, click on the word comment below

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  Go ahead, shoot me! The recipe for this gorgeous dish comes to us from the Salt Creek Grille, personally it's a little too complicated for me, I prefer to order it!  Anyone ready to take this on?  The Salt Creek Grille, Princeton and Rumson  Poached Lobster Claw Shooters with Spicy Romesco Sauce and Cilantro-Lemon Pearls  Poaching the Lobster4 pounds salted butter, clarified4 to 6

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Well, if you like both (or love both),  post your favorite lobster dish in NJ and you could score a delicious box of chocolate. Did I say "FREE" - no shipping, no handling! Comment on our Facebook page and you will automatically be entered to win. Two Chicks with Chocolate (featured in NJSL's January issue) is the New Jersey mother-daughter duo of Elyissia and Barbara Wassung and they make the

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If you sleep with a snorer, you may feel like you're sleeping with the enemy.  Author Tracy Ecclesine Ivie's personal struggle with a "snorer from hell" inspired her to write  Why Count Sheep When You Can SLEEP?  The book is filled with  hundreds of proven sleep solutions from medical experts and ordinary people from around the world. On Sunday, March 13, the United States will lose an hour

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Back awaaaay from the chocolate... it's time for sizzle n' smoke...time for steak and scotch and well, so many delicious taste treats I had to show you the menu. Strip House Chef Bill Zucosky has created the 5-course menu paired with 5 different scotches from Glenmorangie. Master of Spirits Kevin Loser will host the event, guiding diners through the varied distinctions of the

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Music for the tastebuds at Restaurant Serenade! For Valentine's Day, Chef James Laird has created a sensual prix fixe menu that is a symphony of flavors.  From the yellow fin tuna tartar with mango compote, cucumber and crispy phyllo to the seared sea bass with lobster-tomato risotto, melted leeks and zucchini, there are plenty of delicious choices on the three-course menu. Restaurant Serenade

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Toss out the old onion ring and bring in the new- - the POTATO RING! Ummm, YUM! We tried this tasty treat at Maritime Parc, the sexy new seafood restaurant on the Hudson. After one bite of the potato ring, we took the chef hostage until he agreed to give us the recipe. We're giving it to you in hopes you'll bail us out of jail. Maritime Parc Mashed Potato Ring Recipe 6 Idaho Potatoes-peeled 2

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3 Queens Fireworks Dinner on the Atlantica - January 13th Why wait until July 4th for fireworks? Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth (the Cunard ships) are having a Royal Rendezvous in New York Harbor and celebrating with a Grucci Fireworks display. If you're not a passenger you can still enjoy the sights, dinner and dancing aboard the yacht Atlantica by Bateaux.

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www.highsocieteanj.com Warm up a cold afternoon with a steaming pot of tea and a fanciful assortment of dainty sandwiches (crusts removed of course!), savory noshes, scones and homemade desserts. Look for profiles of three lovely teahouses  in the January issue of NJSL.  Here's a  sneak peek at one of our favorites, High SocieTea in Wayne. We loved the triple tiered presentation, the fresh

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You saw them first in the February 2008 issue of  NJ Savvy Living! Now entertaining experts, Elizabeth Mascali and Dawn Sandomeno, have a new book out called "Plan to Party" and recently appeared on Good Day New York. The two enterprising Basking Ridge moms created partybluprints.com, a wonderful tool for planning great celebrations with ease.

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It's hard to believe 25 years have gone by since the premiere of this stellar musical. But they have and whether you know the words to all the songs or have never seen it, catch the 25th anniversary production of Les Misérables at Paper Mill Playhouse,  November 19 through December 30. The all new production  features glorious new staging and spectacular reimagined scenery inspired by the

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Bobby Flay will be in New Jersey this Friday signing his latest cookbook and his first-ever cookbook collaboration with Food Network, BOBBY FLAY’S THROWDOWN! More Than 100 Recipes from Food Network’s Ultimate Cooking Challenge 4pm at BJ’s in Riverdale (110 State Rte. 23, 973-248-1116). To comment, click on the word comment below

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Stylit.TV - Current   Not a celebrity? Boo-hoo, neither am I!  But we both have a chance to feel like one-- Stylit.tv is offering a behind the scenes look at the 2010 HBO Luxury Lounge for Emmy Week and running a contest with a swag bag giveaway (the same one the stars are taking home). Are you ready for your close-up?

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JobProsper will be hosting their annual JobProsper Part Time & Work from Home Expo on October 17th in Elizabeth, NJ (near the Newark Airport).   If you're not into a 9-5 office job but still want to work, let Jobprosper.com introduce you to a slew of possibilities. From mystery shopping to kickball advocate and virtual concierge, there are many opportunities to explore: To comment, click on the

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We've got a style all our own... and it's not just big hair! Jersey is full of trendsetting, fashionable and beautiful ladies.  Join them this Monday and Tuesday, October 11th and 12th, at the debut of New Jersey Fashion Week   More interactive and innovative than traditional Fashion Weeks, the events will be held at one of our most elegant venues, the Pleasantdale Chateau in West

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Join Gary Vaynerchuk, host of the renowned WineLibraryTV and co-owner of the wine superstore Wine Library, for a tasting of  hundreds of wines and and an outstanding array of fine foods and dessert. Gary  is best known for revolutionizing the wine world with his irreverent wine reviews on WineLibraryTV (has over 100,000 viewers daily) and using social media to propel his family owned liquor

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It may not be October yet but the Oktoberfest celebration has already started at Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant. Hearty Bavarian dishes are being served at all eight restaurants now through Sunday October 3. In addition to their food offerings, the restaurant will serve their special Oktoberfest beer, a full-bodied amber lager with a malty, bready aroma and a firm malt flavor, balanced with

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Courtesy of RadicchioNew Jersey Restaurant WeekSeptember 19 – 25  This fall, the New Jersey Restaurant Association is proud to bring back the second annual New Jersey Restaurant Week www.dineoutnj.com, created to celebrate excellent New Jersey eateries and highlight the bounty of produce and ingredients coming from the state. Many of New Jersey’s finest restaurants are offering promotional

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One of my favorite spots in New Jersey is the enchanting garden, Grounds for Sculpture, in Hamilton. It's truly unique and I love to send people there without describing it too much, it's more fun to let the magical vistas and tableaux unfold without any expectations.   A great time to visit is during The  10th Epicurean Palette,  when tents from 20 of the tri-state's gourmet restaurants will

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The prize is ripe–– in this case, the prize is  the incredibly sweet Jersey peach. Eat'm off the tree or by the bushel. More adventurous?  The Salt Creek Grille is presenting a 'Last Taste of Summer" promotion featuring local Jersey produce at both their Princeton and Rumson locations. Can't get there? We begged (ok, we only had to ask nicely) for the recipe for their light and luscious 

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Yes, that's moi, and yes, I am wearing an arctic poncho and yes,  the thermometer is pushing 93˚... outside. Thankfully, I'm inside and happily experiencing the Svedka Ice Bar on-board the Epic, Norwegian Cruise Line's (NCL) brand new mega-ship. Everything in the Svedka Ice Bar –– the bar,  tables, stools and glasses are made from ice. After swillin' and chillin' (the temperature remains at 17

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The world is full of wonderful things... and wonderful things to buy... online. But while you're searching and comparing sites looking for the perfect handbag... in the perfect color... at the perfect price, it can get confusing to remember where you were. RightCliq by Visa is your cyber scrapbook for all the items you like-- so you can look at the 10 plum handbags next to each other,

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Did you take our advice and spend last weekend enjoying the Food Network Food and Wine Festival last weekend in Atlantic City ? What were your highlights? As reported in the last issue of NJSL, Claire Robinson, host of Five Ingredient Fix, based an entire brunch around our state's pride, the Jersey tomato. Robinson presented everything from a shaved Italian ice infused with tomato and Van Gogh

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What:   The Food Network Food and Wine Festival Where:  Atlantic City When:  this weekend, July 29 - August 1 Why:    Are you kidding? Why? All your favorite Food Network stars, incredible food, fine wine and the ocean. Tickets and rooms still available at http://www.harrahs.com/acfoodandwine/ To comment, click on the word comment below

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The STAR ROOM PATIO opened to rave reviews last night at the Stone House at Stirling Ridge. Lucky guests sipped Orange Fennel Martinis and Champagne Sangria while nibbling on tempting bites of polenta with shredded pork, lobster salad and paella. Hosts Jeanne and Frank Cretella, of Landmark Hospitality, know how to please the palate and create a stunning backdrop. The handsome space

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Image via Wikipedia Two weeks ago as I scurried up Eighth Avenue from Port Authority a giant "S" was being hung outside an innocuous coffee shop ––– so I thought! Turns out it's the latest outpost of Shake Shack, the burger joint with legions of fans. True to expectations, the line was a block long! Devoted followers can't get enough of Danny Meyer's burgers, fries, shakes and frozen custard.

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The saying goes, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade," but what if life (or in my case my husband) gives you a giant watermelon for a beach party that's rained out?  Hmmmm. Let me think. Make watermelon martinis! So instead of preparing for a rainy day, I used my rainy day to prepare for a future cocktail party. I pureed the watermelon in the blender, added some grated ginger, a

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The cure for cranky kids?Let them cool off at the Splash Park on the boardwalk in Asbury Park. Meanwhile you can sit back and chill sipping a Ralphaccino Mocha  (A yummy blend of cappuccino, chocolate mousse ice, coffee and milk topped with homemade whipped cream and chocolate covered expresso beans) picked-up at the Ralph's Ices stand strategically located in front of the park. Hours are

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I love the fourth of July! Watermelon, fried chicken and fireworks! Food, family and fun! Start your day in patriotic fashion with these tasty shortcakes topped with berries. Red White and Blueberry Shortcakes Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 12 minutes Makes 8 servings Shortcakes 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup sugar 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 2 teaspoons baking powder ½

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A sailor went to sea, sea, sea and what did he want to see, see, see?  All of his favorite stars from the Guiding Light. Sadly, after 72 years, the show has ended but there's still a way for you to see the stars together--- up close and personal! Mix and mingle with the cast aboard the Carnival Glory, as you sail from New York City to Canada there'll be plenty of fun activities --- karaoke,

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Grab your sleeping bag and a flashlight for a night of  fun Under the Stars No need to worry about fearsome night time creatures as this sleep-over adventure takes place at the newly renovated Dreyfuss Planetarium at the Newark Museum. The transformed planetarium will take young explorers on an inter-galactic voyage featuring comfortable new seating, high definition “Full Dome” digital video

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Ready for Maui? No doubt the article in this month's NJ Savvy Living is enticing you to make a trip. A fresh new experience has just become available;  beginning May 18, 2010 from 8:30 am to 3 pm,  A Grown on Maui Bus Tour will operate every Tuesday. After your hotel pick-up you'll get a behind-the scenes tour of Whole Foods Market, a field tour of the Hali‘imaile Pineapple Company,  a

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 Calling all runners--week-end or professional--the Seventh Annual Riker Danzig Newport 10,000, a 10,000 meter race run along the Jersey City waterfront, kicks-off from Newport Town Square this Saturday, May 8.  All net proceeds from the race will be donated to the Jersey City Medical Center. Not a runner? No problem, post-race festivities will begin at Newport Town Square at 10:00 a.m. and

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Click here for more information on next week's festivities: NJ Food and Wine Festival To comment, click on the word comment below

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Did you read about Ed Begley Jr. and Project Porchlight in the February/March issue of NJ Savvy Living?  Want to know more about it or living green? Ask him yourself!  MyWorkButterfly.com is auctioning off a one-of-a-kind experience with the actors and stars of Living with Ed Begley Jr, Ed and his wife Rachelle, to benefit GreenWish and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. The winning bidder

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Third Annual Cooking for Kids: Gourmet Fare from Everywhere! National and Local Chefs Come Together for Children at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Who:   Guest of Honor Lidia Bastianich, beloved TV chef, restaurateur, business owner and best-selling author, will welcome other celebrity chefs including the winner of the Food Network's Chopped, Chef Michael Carrino from Restaurant Passionné in

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Hot tips and cool sips! Samantha Goldberg, a featured wedding planner on Style Network's  "Whose Wedding Is It Anyway," will share the latest wedding trends with you at a free bridal showcase at the Westin Jersey City Newport. Sunday, April 18, 2010 12pm - 4pm Newport Ballroom Space is limited so please RSVP by April 1, 2010 by calling 201.626.2917 Vendors will include: Celebrity Wedding

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 The countdown has begun! Where will you be on MARCH 27 at 8:30 PM? It really doesn't matter where you'll be, just flick the switch off for an hour and join millions of people around the world doing the same as a call for action on climate change. The movement symbolizes that by working together, each of us can make a positive impact in this fight, protecting our future and that of future

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A good under cover agent is a master of disguise-- if your skin needs a little disguise, learn how to make your complexion appear flawless even if you have Vitiligo, rosacea, acne, sun damage or an uneven skin tone.  Cover FX Foundation Artist, Matthew Ambrosio,  will be teaching the tricks of the trade at Sephora in Jersey City. Receive a special 7 ml Cover FX Primer, along with the chance

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"Everyone wants to drink a margarita, but no one wants the guilt or the calories. That's why I created the Skinnygirl Margarita - the margarita you can trust," says Bethenny Frankel. The New York Times best-selling author, Real Housewives of New York City reality star and personal chef  calls herself a "Fix-ologist." She fixes recipes to be enjoyed without worrying about the waistline.

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Prom is a magical time for high school students and every girl wants to wear a special dress but not every girl can afford to purchase the gown of her dreams. The mission of Catherine's Closet,  a non-profit organization founded in 2002, is to collect gently worn dresses from across New Jersey and sell them for just $20.00 to girls in need.  All  proceeds from the sales are used to provide

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If you're tempted to visit Atlantic City during restaurant week for the low impact to your wallet ($15.10 for lunch, $33.10 for dinner), don't worry about the high impact on your waistline! In conjunction with the AtlantiCare Foundation, one of the sponsors of Atlantic City Restaurant Week, chefs have included specially designated Heart Healthy items such as spice rubbed salmon served with

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Nothing like being stuck inside all day, staring at the NJ tundra, wearing sweatpants and eating peanut butter out of the jar (note to self: keep some bread in the freezer) to make me want to plan a wonderful evening O-U-T!!! Next Friday, I'm joining Chef Jason at the Salt Creek Grille in Princeton for a wine tasting dinner featuring wines from Argentina and Chile. I'm backing off the peanut

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Have your chocolate and drink it too! Raspberry White Chocolate Truffle1-1/2 oz Van Gogh Raspberry Vodka 1/2 oz White chocolate Godiva Liqueur 1-1/2 oz White crème de Cocoa 1 oz Raspberry Liqueur  3 RaspberriesCombine liquid ingredients in a shaker and shake over ice. Strain intoglass. Garnish with raspberries on a pick.Hearts Afire2 oz Van Gogh Dutch Chocolate Vodka 4 oz Hot

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...and all sorts of fun (and mostly free) events between! Chinese art, culture, film and food will be explored from February 24 through April 25 in a series of concerts, exhibitions, art symposia, film screenings, and food lecture demonstrations at Montclair State University's Chinese Festival 2010. For further information, please call University Communications at (973) 655-4333 or visit

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THE RUTGERS FILM CO-OP/NJMAC Dedicated to the noncommercial exhibition of independent, classic, international, and experimental films and videos. Rutgers Film Co-Op/New Jersey Media Arts Center New Brunswick, New Jersey 732.932.8482 NJMAC@aol.com   e-mail www.njfilmfest.com    Various dates throughout JANUARY, FEBRUARY and MARCH  NJ STATE FILM FESTIVAL New Jersey’s premiere weekend film

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Tree taping fun is under way at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center in Chatham Township. Learn all about Maple Sugaring  on most Saturdays and Sundays in January and February at 2 p.m..  For more information call 973.635.6629 or visit www.morrisparks.net

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Mmmmm..scrumptious, if you're going to eat chocolate this the way to go! Norman Love's (perfect name don't-cha think?) 2010 Valentine's Day Limited Edition Chocolate Heart Box is filled with handcrafted artisanal chocolates. Heavenly flavors include: White Chocolate Raspberry, Passion Fruit, Vanilla Latte,Tahitian Caramel, Cookies 'N' Cream and more.. 20-piece box,  $50 30-piece box,  $65

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Budding playwrights of all ages ( 1st graders to adults) have an opportunity test their mettle this Spring under the tutelage of  practicing theatre artists at the Playwrights Theatre Creative Arts Academy in Madison. Classes will begin in February and are held at Playwrights Theatre, 33 Green Village Road, Madison, NJ. For more information and to register visit www.ptnj.org or call 973-514-1787

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From Mt. Snow in southern Vermont to Smuggler's Notch up north, the time is right to pile on the winter clothing and go out and PLAY! Need help deciding where to go? Ski Vermont reports on everything from the latest snow conditions to resort packages, travel information and special events.

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Find out what buzz words like "locavore", "sustainable farming" and "seasonal cuisine" mean at the the second annual Local Harvest: Farms, Food, and Family event on Saturday, January 16, 2010 (snow date: January 23) from noon to 4 p.m. at the Cultural Center in Morristown, NJ. Sponsored by the Northern New Jersey Chapter of Slow Food in partnership with the Morris County Park Commission, the

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Leftover eggnog?  Invite some friends over for brunch and serve up Egg Nog French Toast with Creamy Rum Sauce, a super delicious breakfast treat courtesy of the  Food Network. EGG NOG FRENCH TOAST 4 eggs 1 cup egg nog 2 tablespoons Dark Rum ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon salt 12 slices cinnamon swirl raisin bread (thick cut) 2 tablespoons butter, melted 2

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What's Your Champagne Personality? Ultra Luxe or Gotta be Green?Ultra Luxe Feeling extravagant? Start the New Year in high style.  The Piper Heidsieck gift box comes with a bottle of Red Label champagne and a crystal stiletto flute designed by Christian Louboutin. $500, www.le-rituel.com/ Gotta Be Green? Are you resolving to lead a greener life in 2010? Then  begin by

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The night comes alive with festive lights at the Turtle Back Zoo-- Bundle up and wander amongst illuminated soldiers and dancing penguins to the beat of holiday music. Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular now thru January 3 5 - 9 PM Turtleback Zoo West Orange 973.731.5800 www.turtlebackzoo.com

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In two weeks, the world will celebrate the start of a new decade and you don’t want to be scrambling to get reservations at your favorite restaurant. Now is the time to start making calls and reserve your party for New Year’s Eve. If you don’t know what to do or where to go, we have some ideas. Dining in a train car at Rod’s Steakhouse  is half the fun at this elegant landmark restaurant

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Load your Christmas list with some of our favorite things from NJ My Way: For your tween: Bskinz (www.bskinz.com) from two Mountain Lakes moms, where cool patterned leggings were hot before this fall’s footless fashion blitz. Buy them Anything from Gotham in Millburn (http://www.gothamcityclothing.com/). Or from the Sally Miller store in Milltown (http://www.sallymiller.biz/). For mom--

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Nothing like Juicy Couture to make your little girl feel as hip as her big sister, Peace, Love & Bloomie's velour hoodie, $84 (sizes 2-6), $108 (sizes 7-14) Bloomingdale's

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Looking for good buys at the grocery store? No need to look through the recycling to find Shoprite's sales circular, now you can find it on your iPhone (yep, there's an app for that!).

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ETSY is an amazing online community of sellers offering handmade and vintage items. Plenty of these talented  Etsy artisans live and work here in En Jay.  This holiday you can support your local craftspeople and shop their Etsy stores for one of a kind items, and never leave the comfort of your computerDiscover unique jewelry designed and hand fabricated from precious metal and stone at

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We  sought out three purportedly delicious cupcake spots and sampled them in order to guide you, our readers, towards a more perfect pastry experience.  Cupcakes by Carousel  in Ridgewood has a variety of cupcakes beautifully displayed in the fun little shop, and evokes child-like enthusiasm for dessert. The cheerful staff happily answered my queries about flavor and ingredients, chatting

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Nothing ordinary for you...or your friends!  If only extraordinary hand-made goods will do, then the One-of-a-Kind Show is the place for you.   The four day show will feature work from more than 200 artists, artisans and designers from across America in a wide range of media including painting, sculpture, glass, photography, ceramics, jewelry, wearable art and furniture. New Jersey is

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Be RED-y to stand out and leave your basic black in the closet..try it, you'll like it! Marc by Marc Jacobs coat, $528; Jill Stuart Dress, $198; both exclusively at Bloomingdales

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The sun rose bright and clear today after a blustery Friday so off we went to the charming little town of Stockton for a walk along the Delaware River.  We noticed the sign below and decided to investigate. The market was small but had a wide variety of wonderful food items for sale. Everything from fresh produce to seafood was available. We bought a hot cup of organic coffee at the Coffee

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Time to put away the Thanksgiving decorations and move on to Christmas! Need some inspiration? Tour five of Spring Lake's Festive Inns bedecked in their elegant holiday finery, ablaze with vintage ornaments, handcrafted heirlooms and the illusion of a Currier & Ives postcard. Spring Lake Candlelight Christmas Inn Tour Saturday, Dec. 5, from 3:30 to 7 p.m., $25 This year, for the first

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Elegant Fundraiser Includes Tour of Historic Home, Buffet and Colonial-Era Entertainment The Hermitage Museum, a historic house and education center in Ho-Ho-Kus, will hold an elegant fundraising event on Thursday, December 10, 2009, entitled “Champagne and Candlelight at The Hermitage.” The upscale evening will include a champagne reception and tour of the Gothic Revival house dressed in

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Sometimes you want to cook and sometimes YOU DON'T!! For those of you who don't, read on for some delicious options.AvenueOpen from 12-7pm serving a three-course, prix-fixe feast with options for traditional tastes as well as contemporary.  Scrumptious selections for appetizers, entrées, and desserts.  Duck Confit or Lobster Macaroni GratinSteak au Poivre or Pan-Seared BranzinoApple Cinnamon

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Daylight savings has come and gone, which means Thanksgiving's right around the corner. You'd love to get into the kitchen and prepare a spectacular meal from soup to nuts, but your schedule's insane. It's no crime to get an assist from a pro when it comes to the holidays. And thanks to Chef Loryn's Café & Catering in Madison, help is on the way. You make the bird, they'll take care of sides and

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It’s hard to find a parent who hasn’t stood in their child’s closet and said: “I can’t believe I paid so much for that and he only wore it once” or “I paid all that money for this and it doesn’t even fit her anymore!” But there is a solution whether it’s to earn back some of the money or snag a bargain on designer threads-- Milk Money. Started in 1999 by Maplewood moms Danna Hunking and

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From north to south, En Jay women are twittering about cool, fun shopping events this week. In Livingston on Wednesday night, you trade your used jeans for new, and support a good cause. Donate a pair of your gently used jeans, and get 20% off your purchase of a new pair at Complements Two’s Denim And Diamonds event. Representatives from designer jean makers and Jennifer Zauner jewelry will

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Everyone knows that Twitter, Facebook and Blog are the must-have tools to make an impact with friends, customers, and clients. So why is one New Jersey company sticking to pen on paper and snail-mail to create relationships? Robbinsville based ClientHooks, specializes in the old fashioned practice of sending personalized greeting cards. The company makes personalized greeting cards for

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Food: Old World Italian Got a hankerin’ for Southern Italian food made with love? Make your way to Guerriero's in Morristown for a taste of the old country. This is authentic Southern Italian "momma making the gravy" restaurant. You will be bringing a few bottles of Nero d’Avola or a nice old Barolo for this rib-sticking, "memories are made of this" example of cooking. The restaurant is a

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A special invitation to friends of NJ Savvy Living! You are invited to an Art Opening at Furbish Home, a designer showroom with all kinds of eclectic accessories and furniture. WHAT: Wine and cheese opening reception for artist Nancy Tobin WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2009, 6:30 – 8:30 pm WHERE: Furbish Home, 315C Millburn Avenue, Millburn, NJ WHY: A glass of wine and great art is the best way

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Saturday, November 14th Gingerbread House Demonstration Time: 12pm. Free with park admission. Join Peter Max Dierkes, Rat’s Restaurant Pastry Chef for a special “how to” gingerbread house demonstration. Dierkes will amaze you with his sweet sculptural techniques! The Grounds for SculptureSaturday, November 14th Gingerbread House Workshop Time: 1:30pm. Celebrate the holidays and learn this

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Dieci Lifestyle Spa is bringing together the artistic talent of hair artists, stylists,and colorists and mixing it with fabulous fashion to create a runway show like you have never seen all in the name of breast cancer. After the show, shop exclusive designers and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR A CURE NORTH JERSEY Park Avenue Club 184 Park Avenue Florham Park, NJ

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When a food is chosen by Rachael Ray as “Snack of the Day,” you know it’s something special and delish! The honor was bestowed upon Boonton-based The Mediterranean Snack Food Company  and their healthy alternative to the Buffalo Wing: Buffalo Nickel Wingers.  The crispy potato wing snack was developed by company owner and former “Buffalo-ian” Vincent James in order to give partygoers a

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It’s not even Thanksgiving but it’s the holiday shopping season in the New Jersey malls. From decked out trees to glittery tees, it’s all about glitz, glam and luxe for holiday gift giving.  From now through November 25th, The Mall at Short Hills (www.shopshorthills.com ) wants to make holiday shopping easier for you. With any purchase of $250 or more in mall cards, you get a $20 card too! 

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50+Better Living Expo - click here F R E E   T I C K E T(Must print and bring in for admission) What: for people 50 or over who are dealing with lifestyle changes, retirement planning, and health, legal and financial issues -- as well as caring for elderly relatives. When: Nov. 8, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Mayfair Farms, 481 Eagle Rock Ave, West Orange Cost: Free with this e-mail (must print

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The aroma is incredible as you enter   Cinnamon Indian Restaurant in Morris Plains.   The vibrant smell of cloves, cardamom, and yes, cinnamon, permeates the air at this casual restaurant in Morris County to the delight of Indian food fanatics. The staff is friendly, helpful and willing to educate Indian food newbies about the ingredients making up each dish and about the extensive menu.  

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Not at all shy to admit that I find myself  cozied up to a little Jeff Lewis every Tuesday night for Bravo’s Flipping Out.  The sheer nuttiness of what has become of “the designer” intrigues me...amuses me...whether it is Jeff himself or more name brands like Martha Stewart, Jonathan Adler and Kelly Wearstler.   Faced with these big personalities, their bold point of views, their definitive

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This one's all about me but it could be all about you! Simply upload a photo and you'll get back a cartoon version of yourself.  Your personalized icon can be used as an e-mail signature, on your Facebook page, website, mobile phone or business card. Prices start at $39. www.myfaceicons.com

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It’s hard to miss the Route 31 billboard for Lo Fatt Chow in the Ringoes/Flemington area-not for its design, but for its name. The menu is equally intriguing: healthy Chinese food made with “No Trans fat, No Grease, No MSG.” As a health conscious woman/mom/person, I was eager to take our small family out for a healthy meal. Lo Fatt Chow (www.lofattchow.com) is primarily a take-out/delivery

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John Knoeppel of Best Buy Eatontown has been answering customer service questions for months without having an actual physical store. The Customer Solutions Manager launched the new store’s identity on Twitter and soon discovered a new way to do business that still addressed customer needs. “Social media has been an exciting journey. Our associates are using the web to answer tech question and

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Turn off the lights and leave a bowl of candy at the front door -- its time for the adults to have a sweet time with out raiding the kids' trick or treat bag. You can have your favorite candy taste and drink it too -- Mmmmm....how about a Caramel Apple Martini, an Almond Joy Martini, a PepperMint Pattini or a Snickertini? Find the recipes below from Van Gogh Vodka. Caramel Apple Martini1-1/2

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BLAZING SHADOWS!!!! Oct. 10-12, 16-18, 22-25, 28-Nov. 1 For the fifth year in a row, visitors can meander through a woodsy, darkened, riverside landscape and discover an artistic display of carved pumpkins! Enhanced by professional lighting and steeped in spooky music and sound effects, this must-see event is a delight for all senses! The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze at Van Cortlandt Manor,

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Bleeding candles($8) and screaming glasses ($16 for 4) set the scene for spooky fun, both from designideas.net

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"I'll meet you in the drawing room of the Château." Wouldn't you love to say that to a friend? Well you can do more than say it, you can do it! This Wednesday, October 14, you can join an intimate and exclusive evening (just 70 guests) at the Wines of New Zealand Dinner at the Pleasantdale Château. A seasonally appropriate menu including New Zealand mussels, barramundi, lamb, herbs and

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Like great food? Who doesn’t! Are you a bit of a health nut? Ok, maybe I’m not, but I like great food. And I am a huge fan of Tico’s Eatery & Juice Bar on Witherspoon Street (although it faces Spring Street) in downtown Princeton. Tico’s is one of the few juice bars that offer wheatgrass shots in the Princeton area. Wheatgrass is said to help detoxify the body and keep you healthy. They also make

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It’s convenient. It’s professional. And it’s harmful to you and the environment. It’s dry cleaning! Surprised? What you may not realize is that the chemical agent called Perchloroethylene (Perc), which is used to clean our suits, dresses and coats is actually contaminating the ground and harming our own health. So, who do you call in a time of need like this? Captain Dry Clean to

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Drive a few miles past Mendham and you are in another time and land. Take care not to be distracted by the gentleman farms or the steeply winding road ahead of you; there is no sign to let you know that Sammy’s Ye Old Cider Mill (www.sammyscidermill.com) is there. The parking lot is the only tip-off, set just off the road across from the crumbling mill. Enter through the formerly screened front

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We are fans of Terracycle, (www.terracycle.net) the Trenton company where ordinary household goods are recycled into a cool assortment of candy wrapper school bags, pencil cases, and decorative objects. Now, these greener than greenies have opened a new store in Princeton’s Palmer Square, (63 Palmer Square West) so you can see and feel and buy these products, plus bring your recyclables and do

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Too pooped to scoop..poop? It's a stinky job–– literally and figuratively. But just as you can hire a maid to clean your toilet, you can have your dog's toilet (er, your yard) cleaned too! Here are some sources: www.poopbutler.com/pooper-scooper-service.htm www.canineclean-up.net Bergen, Passaic and Morris counties. 973.981.005 Happy Tails, Inc. Morris County, Northern NJ 973.713.5649 Scoop De

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NBC’s Meredith Vieira to Speak On Wednesday, October 21, 2009, Saint Barnabas Medical Center invites community members to “An Evening with Meredith Vieira.” The nine-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, co-host of NBC’s Today show, wife and mother of three will share stories from her unique career which spans 30 years. She will discuss how she maintains a balance between work, family and health

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Going green from the ground up? Walk, pedal or if you must, drive over to the Rariran Exposition Center for the first Northeast Green Building and Design Show. You'll find dozens of energy-efficient and environmentally-responsible products along with services and ideas for green building and remodeling. Raritan Expositon Center Edison, NJ http://www.njexpocenter.com/ October 8, 10 am-6 pm

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