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There is not a warning on bullets saying that the Surgeon General has determined To the Editor: they may be hazardous to your health. BulEdward James Logue, my great-grand lets are easier to open than a box of Tylenol, uncle, was shot and killed in the Spanish and have no childproof lock. In your opinAmerican War, along with 236 other sol- ion, is that rational? diers who died in battle; another 3,000 lost Steve Logue their lives to malaria. Bullets were a minor problem during the Spanish American War. In 1947, the United States successfully Bravo, Thomas Sowell set out to eradicate malaria using DDT (dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane). To The Editor: In 1972, determining that DDT was causBravo to Thomas Sowell for taking on ing cancer, the United States banned its use the DeBlasio left. in agriculture. In 1982, when a lunatic put My wife and I are both graduates of New cyanide in Tylenol killing seven people in York City magnet schools. She graduated Chicago, the packaging laws were altered from what is now the LaGuardia High permanently. School of Music and Performing Arts. I Recently, a citizen was shot and killed in graduated from the Bronx High School of Ferguson. It makes me wonder, why do we Science. act so swiftly to a loss of life by cyanide, It is of interest as to how the liberal left mosquitoes or DDT, and willingly ban or defines minorities as African Americans outlaw the cause, yet when bullets kill we and Hispanics. Are not Jews and Orientals do nothing? also minorities? That these latter groups The 2nd Amendment gives us the right have dominated New York magnet school to bear arms. enrollment over the decades is, in large The Old Testament, in Ecclesiastes, part, because these cultures value study states “There is a time to kill and a time and education, and see those as the path to to heal.” success in our society. The Center for Disease Control calculates Perhaps it would be best for the “progresfirearm homicides in the U.S. at 11,068; sives” to preach that doctrine, rather than over three times the number killed by their effort to create an undistinguished malaria during the Spanish American War; average for all. Bronx Science graduates 1,581 times the number killed by cyanide have gained eight Nobel prizes, and both laced Tylenol in Chicago; and equivalent schools have contributed greatly, not only to 30 deaths by firearms every day. Some to science, but to the arts, music, literature of those deaths are caused by cops, some and entertainment. That should suggest a are caused by robbers, and most tragically goal for all public education. Martin J. Bell, M.D. some are caused by children.

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Something for Everyone! Message from St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano We’re getting ready to Celebrate St. Peters and we welcome everyone from around the region to come and celebrate with us! Please join us Sept.19-20 at our beautiful 370 Lakeside Park for an exciting weekend of great music, good food, fireworks, rides, games and all kinds of fun along the lake. Our city staff has worked hard to put together Celebrate St. Peters 2014 with something for everyone. Music lovers will have a great time. We’ll have a variety of

music going on three different stages. We’ll get the free music started Friday night on the Main Stage with the talented performers from the School of Rock, and you won’t want to miss the new sensation out of Nashville, the Chris Weaver Band, presented by Mid Rivers Newsmagazine and KTRS. Saturday night on the Main Stage, Superjam, Powder Mill and the Ozark Mountain Daredevils will rock the night away, presented by KSHE-95. And, you won’t want to miss the fabulous fireworks display right before the Ozark Mountain Daredevils concert. We also have two more satellite stages starting Saturday morning, featuring everything from Polka and Blues, dancing and a magician for kids of all ages. And all of this entertainment is FREE! We’ve added additional free parking this year and you can

buy a reserved parking pass in advance at City Hall or the St. Peters Rec-Plex. You can only get your reserved spot in advance, so act now! We have 70 vendors offering crafts and a big variety of food, snacks, beer and soft drinks for sale. The Home Depot and our Cultural Arts Centre will be bringing free fun activities for the kids. You can even meet some St. Louis Ambush soccer players! It’s going to be a great weekend of fun, food, music and relaxing at 370 Lakeside Park in St. Peters. For all the details and important information, check the city’s website at www. stpetersmo.net/celebrate. My wife, Joyce, and I hope to see you along the lake so we can all celebrate “My Hometown, St. Peters” together!

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1-800-AIR-DUCT Festival offers two days of non-stop entertainment at 370 Lakeside Park From activities for kids to carnival rides to one of St. Peters’ legendary sunsets and fireworks over the lake to entertainment on three stages – there’s literally something for everyone at Celebrate St. Peters. The festivities kick off on Friday, Sept. 19 at 5 p.m. when the carnival rides, games and booths open. At 7 p.m., the School of Rock House Band – comprised of local and St. Louis area youth – perform on the Main Stage presented by Mid Rivers Newsmagazine and The Big 550-KTRS. School of Rock is followed by the Chris Weaver Band. Performing a blend of southern rock, soul and country blues, the Chris Weaver Band sets the tone for Celebrate St. Peters. His latest album is a collection of songs that define America – determination, love, family, faith and the hopefulness of the American Dream. What better way to kick off a celebration of community? There isn’t one – so gather friends and family for dinner at the lake. Food vendors and concessions make dinner easy on Friday night and continue to offer favorite festival fare all day on Saturday. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food and drink – just no alcohol, no glass bottles and no coolers. (See “What to know before you go” on page 20 for additional dos and don’ts.) On Saturday, Celebrate St. Peters’ kids activities kick into full swing. Kids will love creating their own masterpieces with a little help from The St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre and Home Depot.

Parents will love the price. Both hands-on activities are free as are performances on the Community News Family Stage from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. – including Monkey Tales Theatre, Excel Performing Arts, Childbloom Guitar Program, the Abra-Kid-Abra magic show and the Then & Now Band. Kids of all ages will love the carnival rides and games of skill on the midway, and youngsters can enjoy free activities and even meet St. Louis Ambush soccer players. Throughout the day, music on the Celebrate Stage ranges from rock to Polka to Latin to blues – truly something for everyone. As the day heads into what organizers hope will be another magnificent 370 Lakeside Park sunset, music lovers can settle in for a triple-header of country, rock and blues. Superjam kicks off the Saturday evening series of concerts on the Main Stage presented by KSHE 95. Voted “Best Cover Band” by the Riverfont Times in 2013, Superjam recreates the sound of arena rock bands, such as STYX, Journey, Foreigner and REO Speedwagon. If you love classic rock, you don’t want to miss Superjam. Up next is Powder Mill performing classic southern rock and country blues. This Missouri foursome sets the stage perfectly for another group of Missouri guys playing classic southern rock – The Ozark Mountain Daredevils, who will take the stage immediately following a fantastic fireworks display over the lake. It’s a two-day celebration, but you won’t want to miss a minute of it.

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efore you head to 370 Lakeside Park to enjoy all the fun of Celebrate St. Peters, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the celebration’s regulations.

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• Lawn chairs or blankets to sit on during the Celebrate St. Peters concerts. Seating will be available on the lawn and on paved surfaces. • Cash for concessions and game tickets. An ATM machine will be available on site for guests needing cash during the event. • Soft drinks and food, but no alcoholic beverages or coolers.

What you cannot bring • Visitors may not bring pets into 370 Lakeside Park during the Celebrate St. Peters event. Doing so is a violation of city code; however, this rule does not apply to any animal owned and used by a disabled person or pets staying/remaining in the RV/Tent Camping area of the park. • Visitors may not bring glass beverage containers into 370 Lakeside Park during Celebrate St. Peters. Glass beverage containers include, but are not limited to, glass bottles, glass jars and drinking glasses. Baby bottles, baby food jars and glass-lined vacuum bottles are exempt. • Visitors are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages into Celebrate St. Peters. Food, soft drinks and beer will be sold at concession stands throughout the festivities. • Visitors are not allowed to bring coolers into Celebrate St. Peters.

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370 Lakeside Park is located at 1000 Lakeside Park Drive. The park is accessible from the 370 Lakeside Park Drive/Truman Boulevard exit off Hwy. 370, north of I-70. If you’re heading east or west on I-70: Take Exit 224 to access Hwy. 370. As you drive east on Hwy. 370, use Exit 2 to reach 370 Lakeside Park Drive. Turn left on Lakeside Park Drive, and head north to park entrance. If you’re heading west on 370: Exit from Hwy. 370 at Lakeside Park Drive,. turn right and head north to park entrance

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Schedule of Events FRIDAY, Sept. 19 5-10:30 p.m. Carnival Rides and Games 5-11 p.m. Booths open 7-11 p.m. Main Stage entertainment presented by Mid Rivers Newsmagazine and The Big 550-KTRS featuring: • School of Rock House Band • Chris Weaver Band SATURDAY, Sept. 20 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Carnival Rides and Games 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Booths open 11 a.m. • Monkey Tales Theatre on the Community News Family Stage • Doppler FX (classic rock) on the Celebrate Stage 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • Arty’s Corner Kids’ Art Project presented by The St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre • The Home Depot Kids Workshop Noon • Excel Performing Arts on the Community News Family Stage • St. Louis Express (German/Polka) on the Celebrate Stage 1 p.m. • Childbloom Guitar Program on the Community News Family Stage

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Dedicated • Decisive • Delivers Kathie has devoted her last 4 years in Jefferson City fighting for the citizens of the District to keep taxes low, protect the sanctity of life, uphold 2nd Amendment rights and deliver a balanced budget. She was successful on all four counts. Kathie is a long time resident of St. Charles county and is active in many Republican clubs and organizations in the state. Her husband, Pat, has been a police officer for nearly 39 years and they have been married 26 years. Their son, Ryan, is in law school at UMKC. • Acoustik Element (Latin) on the Celebrate Stage 2 p.m. Abra-Kid-Abra magic show on the Community News Family Stage 2:30 p.m. Blues Plus on the Celebrate Stage 3 p.m. Then & Now Band (rock) on the Community News Family Stage 4 p.m. The Tony Campanella Band (rock) on the Celebrate Stage 7-11 p.m. Main Stage entertainment presented by KSHE 95 featuring: • Superjam (arena rock) • Powder Mill (Southern rock, country blues) • Ozark Mountain Daredevils 9 p.m. Fireworks over the lake (Times are approximate.)

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Parking Hundreds of free parking spaces are available for Celebrate St. Peters at 370 Lakeside Park. Those parking spaces are located both inside and outside the park. Free shuttle buses will bring guests to and from their vehicles and the main event grounds. Reserved parking passes are also available. A limited amount of parking passes (500) provide a reserved, convenient spot inside the park near the festivities, allowing guests easy access to their vehicles while at the event. One pass is good for both Friday and Saturday. Parking passes will be sold in advance only and can be purchased at St. Peters City Hall or the St. Peters Rec-Plex registration desk during normal business hours. The cost is $20 per pass for St. Peters residents and $25 for other guests. A St. Peters Resident Privilege Card is required to get the resident discount.

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Once again this year Celebrate St. Peters boasts 14 carnival rides to provide entertainment for the entire family. Discounted vouchers for unlimited ride wristbands are available for sale at St. Peters City Hall and at the St. Peters Rec-Plex registration desk during normal hours in advance of the event through Sept. 18. Single tickets and wristbands also will be available at the carnival midway during the event. Ride wristbands entitle guests to unlimited rides during specified sessions. Guests purchasing wristbands in advance will receive a voucher to the carnival midway at Celebrate St. Peters during the session for which it was purchased. Carnival staff will provide the actual wristband, which is good only for one session. • Friday, Sept. 19, 5-10:30 p.m. $15 (advance), $18 (at the festival) • Saturday, Sept. 20, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $15 (advance), $18 (at the festival) • Saturday, Sept. 20, 5-10:30 p.m. $22 (advance), $25 (at the festival)

Guests can also get a discounted package of two ride wristbands for Friday night or Saturday during the day plus a parking pass for as much as a 30 percent discount. Check out the “Celebrate St. Peters Family Special” details on the Celebrate St. Peters website, www.stpetersmo.net/celebrate.

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On the Community News Family Stage, all of the acts are local – from St. Charles’ own, kid-tested and kid-approved Monkey Tales Theatre to the Then & Now Band, which will delight young and young-atheart guests with a music repertoire ranging from the Beach Boys to Lady Gaga. When Abra-Kid-Abra takes the stage, the audience joins in the act. These talented, local magicians make stars of audience members as kids of all ages stand in as magicians’ assistants, eliciting squeals of delight and learning a little magic along the way. Local kids also star in performances by Excel Performing Arts and the Childbloom Guitar Program – a dynamic combination of dance and music. Don’t miss their back-toback shows on Saturday at noon and 1 p.m. On the Celebrate Stage, it’s all about the music – from classic rock to polkas to Latin rhythms and electric blues. If your idea of a perfect Saturday is kicking back with great music on a gorgeous lake, this is where you’ll want to spend the day. Every hour, beginning at 11 a.m., a new band takes the

stage. Featured are local bands Doppler FX, St. Louis Express, Acoustik Element, Blues Plus and The Tony Campanella Band. Performances on both the Celebrate and Family stages conclude in time for Celebrate St. Peters guests to enjoy a trifecta of rock on the Main Stage. Sponsored by Mid Rivers Newsmagazine and The Big 550-KTRS, bands on the Main Stage include Power Mill and Superjam, followed by a dazzling fireworks display over the lake and capped off by the Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Since 1971, the Ozark Mountain Daredevils have been entertaining crowds worldwide with hits like “Jackie Blue” and “If You Want To Get To Heaven.” Described by Rolling Stone Magazine as “a mixture of country, Appalachia, the south, and Rock & Roll,” the band has its roots planted firmly in Missouri. Performing at Celebrate St. Peters, the band is sure to have fans singing along to favorites – old and new. All this entertainment – and this is just on Saturday!

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The new ‘gluten-free’ The term “gluten-free” holds more weight than it did a month ago, thanks to the implementation of a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirement. In August 2013, the FDA issued a rule defining the characteristics required for foods labeled as “gluten-free,” “without gluten,” “free of gluten” and “no gluten” and gave food manufacturers one year to bring their labeling into compliance with the rule. The ruling is important for the approximately 3 million people in the U.S. living with celiac disease, which has no cure and only can be managed by not eating gluten, a mixture of proteins in wheat, rye, barley and crossbreeds of those grains. Prior to the ruling, no federal standards were in place for labeling foods “gluten-free,” and an estimated 5 percent of foods with the label contained more gluten than the new guidelines permit. Foods labeled on or after Aug. 5, 2014 claiming to be gluten-free must have a gluten presence of less than 20 parts per million, the lowest level that can be consistently detected using scientific analytical tools. In addition, “gluten-free” food may not contain an ingredient that is any type of wheat, rye, barley or crossbreeds of those grains; an ingredient derived from wheat, rye or barley that has not been processed to remove gluten; or an ingredient derived from wheat, rye or barley that

has been processed to remove gluten but still contains gluten in an amount of 20 or more parts per million. Foods such as bottled spring water, fruits, vegetables and eggs can be labeled “glutenfree” if they inherently do not contain gluten. The FDA noted that some foods with a longer shelf life, such as pasta, may have been labeled before Aug. 5 and may legally remain on store shelves a bit longer. As a result, stores may still be selling some foods labeled as “gluten-free” that were produced prior to the compliance date. Consumers concerned about whether a particular product contains gluten should contact the manufacturer or check the manufacturer’s website.

Pros and cons of video games The “everything’s OK in moderation” philosophy may hold true for playing video games. In fact, kids who play video games for short periods might actually reap some benefits, according to a study published in Pediatrics, the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Researchers in the United Kingdom looked at video gaming data on almost 5,000 boys and girls aged 10-15 and took note also of various factors reported by the children, including empathy, peer relationships, general satisfaction with life, and hyperactivity and inattention. Playing video games for less

than an hour a day was “linked to positive indicators of psychological adjustment,” compared to those who did not spend any time or spent too much time playing electronic games, the AAP reported. Researchers found that besides time spent playing video games, the types of games and even the devices on which they were played might have a possible effect on children. ••• Previous studies have linked playing violent video games with adolescent aggressiveness, but a new study suggests such games also increase other high-risk behaviors among teens. Researchers at Dartmouth conducted a four-year study involving more than 5,000 U.S. teens and found that those who reported playing mature-rated, risk-glorifying video games were more likely to use alcohol, smoke cigarettes, and engage in delinquency and sex. Playing risk-glorifying games had similar effects on boys and girls, and effects were strongest among those who spent the most time playing the games and those who played games featuring anti-social protagonists. “This study is important because it is the first to suggest that possible effects of violent video games go well beyond violence to apply to substance use, risky driving and risktaking sexual behavior,” Dr. James Sargent, a pediatrician and co-author of the study.

No tuna for expectant moms After analyzing the latest government data on mercury in fish, Consumer Reports advised pregnant women to refrain from eating tuna, because too much mercury can damage the brain and nervous system. “We’re particularly concerned about canned tuna, which is second only to shrimp as the most commonly eaten seafood in the United States,” Jean Halloran, director of food policy initiatives for Consumers Union, the advocacy arm of Consumer Reports, said in an Aug. 21 news release. “We encourage pregnant women to avoid all tuna.” Noting that fish offers health benefits for women who are pregnant or nursing – including providing fuel for a baby’s brain development – the independent product testing group said there are plenty of types of fish pregnant women can eat without wor-

rying about mercury levels. According to its report in the October issue of Consumer Reports magazine, fish with the lowest mercury levels include salmon (Alaska or other wild varieties), scallops, shrimp (most wild and U.S. farmed) and tilapia. Low-mercury options also include catfish, crab, flounder and sole (flatfish), and trout. Consumer Reports suggested also that anyone who eats 24 ounces (1.5 pounds) or more of fish per week should avoid varieties that are high in mercury, including sushi made with tuna. The full report, “The Great Fish Debate,” can be found at consumerreports.org.

Less sleep, more weight Teens who short themselves on sleep may be setting themselves up for obesity in adulthood. According to a study published in the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, 16-year-olds who get fewer than six hours of sleep per night have a 20 percent greater chance of being obese at age 21 than their peers who sleep more than eight hours a night. The research was based on data on more than 10,000 young Americans, aged 16-21. Daytime sleepiness alters the appetite and stimulates cravings, so not getting adequate sleep affects what people eat, researchers from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health said. The sleep-deprived also may be more likely to choose fast food because it is easier than preparing a nutritious meal. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that teenagers get nine to 10 hours of nightly sleep.

On the calendar “Parenting 101,” a free child safety and caregiver course for St. Charles County residents, is from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 11 at the St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment, 1650 Boones Lick Road. The class is open to parents, grandparents, foster parents and other primary guardians and covers injury prevention, appropriate disciplinary practices, child development, medical care and more. To register, call 949-7400, ext. 6255.

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Students in the Fort Zumwalt School District collectively raised in excess of $100,000 for the American Heart Association by jumping rope, playing basketball and playing dodgeball.

the program’s goal one step further with a goal of increasing the number of students graduating and continuing post-secondary education by one percent annually. Other changes to the program this year, included the addition of Hope High School to the list of For Zumwalt high schools to offer the A+ program. Project Lead the Way and STEM were also added to the list of career paths this year.

Local schools raise thousands for American Heart Association The Fort Zumwalt School District made history in 2014 by raising more money for the American Heart Association than any other school district in Missouri. “This year the Fort Zumwalt School District raised $100,017,” said Barb Reyering, youth marketing director for the American Heart Association. She also noted that “almost all of these donations stay in our area for research, treatments, medicine, prevention and awareness of heart disease.” Twin Chimney Elementary was ranked No. 3 in the state, raising over $18,400. “I’m really proud that our students from throughout the district made a unified effort at serious community service,” said Superintendent Dr. Bernie DuBray. According to Reyering, heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 4 killers of all Americans and will affect 1 in 3 people. She presented a plaque to the Fort Zumwalt Board of Education on Aug. 18 noting the association’s appreciation. “The American Heart Association would like to thank the generosity of the parents and the community for helping this important lifesaving cause,” said Reyering. Reyering credited the physical education teachers in the district for continuing to support Jump Rope, Hoops and Dodgeball for Heart.

Students participate in those events during gym class, either jumping rope, or playing basketball or dodgeball. In addition to learning about staying active, students also learn about how to keep their heart healthy while raising donations for the American Heart Association. In the Francis Howell District, Castlio Elementary also was recognized for its Hoops for Heart success. Its students raised $7,855 for the American Heart Association. For the 2013-14 school year, $2.3 million was raised at the nearly 850 events held statewide.

District completes capital improvements over summer While school was out for the summer, Fort Zumwalt district officials were busy getting buildings ready for students this fall. Bill Weber, assistant superintendent for the district, said projects were completed in 10 facilities this summer. West Middle School had a new wooden floor installed in the gym, and security cameras were added. The band room addition and orchestra renovations project also were completed. The interior of North Middle School was painted, new flooring was added and an overlay was installed in the parking lot. “It really made a significant impact on this building,” Weber said. Progress South, South Middle, and South High all had HVAC equipment replaced. South Middle also had security cameras and new flooring installed. Repairs were made to the tennis courts and track at East High, and the football locker room was renovated at North High. New basketball scoreboards were added at both North High and West High. The $2.6 million in summer projects were funded through the 2013 bond issue.

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Villa Farotto: Where there is something for everyone By SUZANNE CORBETT When Villa Farotto debuted in Chesterfield Valley 10 years ago its chef was given a few restrictions from Jim Parrott, patriarch of the original Farotto’s on Manchester. “Don’t mess with my pizza; don’t mess with my sauce, dressing or dough. Anything else is fair game,” Proprietor and Executive Chef Gerard LaRuffa recalls his father-in-law saying – and he took that advice to heart. When LaRuffa, his wife, Lisa, and brother-in-law, Jeff Parrott, designed their Chesterfield restaurant, the concept was mortared in red sauce – and culinary creativity. “If you would lift our restaurant up its core foundation would be Manchester’s red sauce,” LaRuffa said. But the restaurant also offers more than the pizza the original Farotto’s is known for. As LaRuffa explained the menu’s base has expanded to include prime cut streaks, fresh caught fish, amazing pastas and salads. “We’re a multi-concept restaurant,” LaRuffa said. “There are three different concepts here: the Vineyards, the Cellar Bar and the Café.” The Vineyards provides an upscale dining experience with a dining room that opens to an inviting terrace for gathering and al fresco dining. Complementing the Vineyards’ sophisticated surroundings – including an impressive wine wall – is its menu, featuring updated classics such as Braised Short Rib and Porcini Fettuccine and its signature steak, Bentley Beef Tenderloin. It’s a steak that lives up to its namesake – a rich, prime cut, wet-aged, 10-ounce tenderloin custom-grilled and topped with peppered bacon and a cabernet Gorgonzola demi-glaze. “We named the Bentley in honor of the dealership that’s behind us,” said LaRuffa who originally created the dish for his girlfriend, who is now his wife. “When we opened the restaurant we put it on the menu and it has been a hit ever since. We have tried adding other cars (dishes) to the collection, but the Bentley is the only one that’s maintained its place in the garage.” Other Vineyards standouts that customers crave include the lemon herb marinated Rotisserie Chicken, grilled to achieve a beautifully bronzed, crisp skin, and the daily fish feature, which is often Villa Farotto’s

Gerard LaRuffa, Villa Farotto’s co-owner and executive chef

famous Chilean Sea Bass. “We lightly season our sea bass with our grill marinade of extra virgin olive oil, a touch of soy, fresh garlic and black pepper. It’s grilled to crisp the top and finished in the oven so it gets nice and buttery on the inside before it’s hit with a little lemon. It’s amazing and people love it.” All entrees, such as the sea bass, steaks and chops, are paired with two sides. Counted among the standout sides are the wild mushroom risotto and creamed spinWhy Worry? ach topped with Parmesan and pine nuts – a to-die-for Because fashioned galvanized must-have for anyold creamed spinach fan. chase covers rusting leaking Villa Farotto’s fast, are casual sideand is The Café, located country! just off all theacross Cellarthe Bar and connected to the outdoor TheThe typical life abandons of a galvanized chaseand makes courtyard. Café formality is 7-9 years. orderingcover simple and quick with counter service. The menu is also streamlined, specializing in pizzas, pastas, sandwiches and its gem,Cover? the Rotisserie Chicken. What is hidden a Chase It’s a perfect venue with a great price point, making it an A chase cover is a metal shield that excellent choice for families and hungry, time-crunched covers the top of your chimney, or professionals looking for a quick dine-in lunch, dinner chase, to prevent rain, melting snow, or takeout option. and everything elseunder fromVilla entering The final element housed Farotto’s roof is into the chase. the Cellar Bar. Supported by both the Café and the main dining room, the Cellar is able to offer guests the best Do youIn have one on your house? of both menus. addition to its food and libations, The is water It could that there Cellar Bar hostsmean live bands (many four- to five-piece leaking into your Saturday. house, which leads bands) Thursday through to majortrifecta problems. Villa Farotto’s – The Vineyards, The Café and Cellar Bar is a winner. • –Mold growthContinuing to deliver dining diversity• under roof while in giving its customers Sheetone rock soaking what they crave. dampness, causing peeling, “From experience to food to ambiance, dampness and strong odor. we try to be a little bit of everything for everybody,” LaRuffa said. • The firebox rotting

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