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 X21.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
All the WHITE Stuff
Need help deciding where to go? Ski Vermont reports on everything from the latest snow conditions to resort packages, travel information and special events.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Takin' it Slow
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 event will bring together many local farmers and food artisans for an afternoon of sampling and purchasing.
Visitors can purchase seasonal vegetables and fruit, grass-fed and finished beef and pork, poultry, eggs, cheese, breads, teas, and prepared foods from local growers and producers while learning about Community Supported Agriculture and how to purchase seasonal farm shares at Genesis Farm in Blairstown, NJ, and Rogowski Farm in Warwick, NY. Participants include Bob-O-Link Dairy and Bakeyard, Valley Shepherd Creamery, Appleridge Farm, Best Fruit Farm, the Health Shoppe, and Arthur & Friends, an entrepreneurial training program for adults with disabilities, which sells locally grown organic hydroponic greens.
Displays about Northern NJ’s agricultural past from The Morris County Historical Society and Fosterfields Living Historical Farm’s interpretive display on early farm life, sustainable farming, and heritage breeds will round out the program.
Saturday, January 16, 2010 12-4 PM (snow date: January 23)
The Cultural Center-300 Mendham Road, Morris Township
For snow closing information, phone 973-326-7645, www.slowfood.org
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 event will bring together many local farmers and food artisans for an afternoon of sampling and purchasing.
Visitors can purchase seasonal vegetables and fruit, grass-fed and finished beef and pork, poultry, eggs, cheese, breads, teas, and prepared foods from local growers and producers while learning about Community Supported Agriculture and how to purchase seasonal farm shares at Genesis Farm in Blairstown, NJ, and Rogowski Farm in Warwick, NY. Participants include Bob-O-Link Dairy and Bakeyard, Valley Shepherd Creamery, Appleridge Farm, Best Fruit Farm, the Health Shoppe, and Arthur & Friends, an entrepreneurial training program for adults with disabilities, which sells locally grown organic hydroponic greens.
Displays about Northern NJ’s agricultural past from The Morris County Historical Society and Fosterfields Living Historical Farm’s interpretive display on early farm life, sustainable farming, and heritage breeds will round out the program.
Saturday, January 16, 2010 12-4 PM (snow date: January 23)
The Cultural Center-300 Mendham Road, Morris Township
For snow closing information, phone 973-326-7645, www.slowfood.org
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Egg Nog French Toast
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 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (1 cup sugar to 1 ½ tablespoons cinnamon)
Preparation
In a medium mixing bowl, beat eggs with a wire whip. Add egg nog, rum, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt, whip to combine. Heat heavy skillet. Soak bread slices in egg mixture for 1 ½ to 2 minutes. Soak only as many pieces of bread as you can fit in your griddle at one time. Two batches of six or three batches of four. Add melted butter to the medium hot griddle. Sprinkle each slice of soaked bread with ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon sugar and lay sugar side down in the griddle. Sprinkle additional ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon sugar on top of each slice in the griddle. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until French toast is a light golden brown and turn to cook other side. Serve hot with creamy rum sauce or butter and maple syrup.
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 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (1 cup sugar to 1 ½ tablespoons cinnamon)
Preparation
In a medium mixing bowl, beat eggs with a wire whip. Add egg nog, rum, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt, whip to combine. Heat heavy skillet. Soak bread slices in egg mixture for 1 ½ to 2 minutes. Soak only as many pieces of bread as you can fit in your griddle at one time. Two batches of six or three batches of four. Add melted butter to the medium hot griddle. Sprinkle each slice of soaked bread with ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon sugar and lay sugar side down in the griddle. Sprinkle additional ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon sugar on top of each slice in the griddle. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until French toast is a light golden brown and turn to cook other side. Serve hot with creamy rum sauce or butter and maple syrup.
CREAMY RUM AUCE
3 tablespoons cream cheese
4 ounces butter
¼ cup syrup
1 tablespoon Dark Rum, Cruzan
Warm cream cheese and butter to room temperature. This can be done in the microwave on ½ power. Add syrup and dark rum. Blend in a blender or food processor until smooth. Serve at room temperature.
4 ounces butter
¼ cup syrup
1 tablespoon Dark Rum, Cruzan
Warm cream cheese and butter to room temperature. This can be done in the microwave on ½ power. Add syrup and dark rum. Blend in a blender or food processor until smooth. Serve at room temperature.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
All about the Bubbly
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/Ultra Luxe or Gotta be Green?
Ultra Luxe
Gotta Be Green?
Are you resolving to lead a greener life in 2010? Then
begin by toasting with Pommery POP Earth Champagne. The champagne is produced using sustainable growing methods and is packaged in light weight bottles (reduces weight in transportation) and the labels are made with recycled paper and water soluble inks. And yes, it tastes divine! $55
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Friday, December 18, 2009
Night Lights
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
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
New Year’s Gourmet and Glam
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 in Madison: $64.95 for early seating at 5:30 or $84.95 for dinner and music starting at 8pm.
Dine in casual elegance at Red Restaurant and Lounge in Red Bank: $55 for a 3-course dinner or $25 after 8pm in the Second Floor Lounge. Champagne toast at midnight.
Feast on local and fresh Italian/Mediterranean food at Tre Piani in Princeton: $95 for 5-course dinner and dancing at 8pm or Open Bar and Tapas also at 8pm.
Go back in time to the 1860s when you dine in the 150 year old farm house of La Campagne in Cherry Hill: $85 for a 7-course dinner. BYO
An evening at the Tuscan-style Renault Winery in Egg Harbor Township is worth a drive whether it’s 10 minutes or an hour: $99 for 5-course gourmet dinner and dancing in the Grand Ballroom starting at 8pm.
We also have some special NJMyWay discounts to make sure you are well dressed and stocked for the big night.
Put a fresh face forward to 2010 with a $20 discount off a facial at Gatsby Salon in Green Brook. Just mention NJMyWay when you make the appointment.
Glam up your look with a piece of jewelry, clothing or handbag from BellaDawn. Use NJMyWay15 when you check out.
Whether your hosting or attending a party, CoolVines of Princeton and Westfield wants to help you choose the best wine pairings with 15% off any CoolVines Wine Club order of $100 or more. Use NJMyWay at checkout.
NJ My Way Managing Editor Hilary Morris (www.mrsmonj.com) contributed this article
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