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CONTENTS FEATUR ES Fabulous Finds:
Amazing items for your home.
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Chefs and the City:
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Lifestyle Golf: On the Green with The Vineyards at Renault Winery.
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Lifestyle Arts: Under the Boardwalk: The Monopoly Story.
Architecture: Casa del Dielo (Home in the Sky).
Fashion: A special section that reflects your style.
Top Spots: A special section that reflects your taste.
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On The Green! The Vineyards at Renault Winery offers a 7,000 yard Championship Golf Course, a Prestigious Resort and two Exquisite Restaurants
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“ uper fun course. The par 4’s are the strong suit as each of them plays with different looks and shot values. Conditions were good and the greens fast and true. Lots of courses claim to be good for the low and high handicap player, but this one delivers on that. I’ve played all the AC area courses and this one is right up there near the top. Definitely worth a game.” “Excellent condition, great value and only 20 minutes from the AC casinos. Bring the wife and let her roam the vineyards for 4 hours as you enjoy the open, mistake-friendly course. Stay and eat at the restaurant equally as good.” From the beginning, the owners of Renault Resort wanted a course unique to South Jersey, nestled in between its award winning restaurant and winery. This unique 7,000 yard Championship Golf Course shows majestic views of the vineyards and orchards as it meanders subtly through the Pinelands. The course offers strategic elements that create risk and reward opportunities on every hole. Meticulously maintained tees, fairways, greens and ponds will accentuate the high quality of Renault craftsmanship. Whether it is a business meeting, a weekend retreat at the Renault Winery and Tuscany House or just a day out on the links, the Vineyards Golf Course is a fascinating getaway. Nearly a century and a half old, Renault Winery is a recognized New Jersey State Historical site and one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the United States. Like a fine varietal, the winery has continued to grow, develop and improve with age. Today, Joseph Milza, a former newspaper owner and publisher, owns and operates the winery and vineyards with his family. Under his direction, the winery has thrived and become one of the most popular tourist attractions in New Jersey and a favorite of local residents.
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Hea lth a special section that... Reflects your health. Reflects your wellness. Reflects your beauty.
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artorially splendid in red tie, top hat, and cane, jaunty Mister Monopoly and his white
handlebar mustache greet the players who have journeyed to Las Vegas, Nevada from across the globe to toss a pair of dice. But these folks are not here on a gambling junket; they’ve gathered to compete in the 2009 world championship showcasing their favorite pastime and the world’s most enduring table game. Filmmaker Kevin Tostado’s new documentary Under the Boardwalk: The MONOPOLY Story captures the color, the comradery, the thrill of victory, the agony of... There is no agonizing among Monopoly contestants, though losing players are, by definition, bankrupt—the winner is the one still solvent. Conceived as a thoughtful indictment of capitalism’s inequities, the game evolved into a tabletop celebration of its Darwinian vigor. Tostado’s film examines both Monopoly’s history and the passion of its practitioners. Which include the 26-year-old producer-director himself. “It was my favorite board game [growing up],” says Tostado, who sharpened his game skills prior to production. “It brings families and cultures together.” A San Diego native, Tostado exchanged coasts in 2002 to join the maiden class of Olin College of Engineering (near Boston), where he parlayed $500 and a hobbyist’s interest in moviemaking into the coming-of-age drama Yellow Lights, which garnered some independent film awards and set his career course. (“I applied an engineering mentality to filmmaking,” he says.) Back in San Diego after graduation, he directed “webisodes” and videos, and contemplated his next feature. He determined to tackle a documentary, his sole requirement being that he “care about the topic.” He cared about Monopoly. As a teenager, Tostado had been captivated by Phil Orbanes’ comprehensive guide to tactics and trivia, The MONOPOLY Companion, and in the summer of 2007, he contacted the author about a fledgling film project. —— lifestyleonlinemag.com
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he Professional Arts Building at 1616 Pacific Avenue is where almost any adult in South Jersey can say, “I remember that place! I visited my dentist there as a kid!” Built in 1927 by 30 doctors, the building had gone into abandoned slumber like many places along Pacific Avenue at the millennium. Enter John Schultz and Gary Hill in 2004, Schultz being the former owner of clubs in town including Club Tru and Studios 5 and 6. He’s cashed in his chips but is still full of zip, and he and Hill are seated on more than a dozen charity boards in Greater Atlantic City. They wanted the perfect home for their SchultzHill Foundation, and the day they surveyed the building, they knew they’d found it. ” Largely the fanfare and finery therein are due to Schultz-Hill imaginations. They were faced that day with grey peeling paint, long dank corridors, rusted air conditioners in every window, and the smell of dampness. Today, the building is smiling again. You can’t even believe it from the street. Inside stands the two-year-new Casa Del Cielo, “Home in the Sky” of the Schulz14
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Hill Foundation and its two founding partners. Come off the elevator in the sixth floor, you’ll find the busy yet elegant foundation offices. Come off on the 7th floor, it’s like being dropped into paradise. It’s an ogle-fest, like a five-star hotel, yet home to Hill and Schultz, capable of serving 350 guests without much bumping of shoulders. It’s the combination of overview and detail that renders the place impeccable, and there’s a story every place you look. The seventh floor elevator unveils a marble staircase, bending gracefully in either direction above its platform. It’s topped with a skylight dome of painted glass favoring blues, made in California, but drawn by Schultz’s hand. Walk past the Kawai grand piano to the right, and you’re at the threshold of the dining room. The inlaid table seating thirty was handmade in Egypt as was the 8-foot buffet. Local artifacts abound in the home, and those in the dining hall include a 20-foot-long chandelier from the Sands, crown molding from Harrah’s, and the original bronze knife-and-fork insignia from the Knife and Fork Inn. Beyond the dining hall lies the media center with six banquettes facing a large screen. The screen area also serves as a small stage, where announcements can be miked through the sound system. On either side of the screen sit proud pillars designed from original smoke stacks at the Showboat. Ceilings are important throughout the residence, and they are very noticeable in the theater with its facilitating low roof. Ocean City’s David Gilhooly spent years hand-painting walls and ceilings throughout the residence, decking the theatre’s tray ceiling with brushed leaves of Schultz’s design. It’s almost like a secret passage: Duck off to one side of the screen stage, and you’re in a corridor, leading to another corridor. This is used as a backstage area for an announcer or entertainer. The second corridor will lead you back around to the industrial kitchen, all granite, walnut and the latest in industrial service. Here, cater lifestyleonlinemag.com
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ers prepare the courses for dinners or the hors d’oeuvre trays, carried by servers who circulate during parties. Lenox bearing the Atlantic City insignia was a gift from a councilman. Cross the gilded staircase in the lobby again, and you’ll pass the wine library, housing some 750 bottles, topped by a 1978 bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild, valued at $1,400. It also features a cruvinet unit from Resorts, which attaches bottles of wine to taps and also preserves
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their goodness for up to a year. Enter the main salon with facing couches, done in French royal velvet stripes, which would each seat eight comfortably, and beyond, the largest of the eight fireplaces in the residence. Five stools matching the drapes, couches, and window seats side up to the bar, also made in Egypt and shipped in pieces. Doug Minerva of Waterford Works painted
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the walls here and in the lobby, applying a treatment that makes them look like authentic brick, but they’re pliable to the touch. Most awe inspiring in this room is probably the view north and south of Pacific Avenue. Upon staring out any set of the eight elegant French doors, one might be tempted to say, “Wait... this isn’t supposed to be the most scenic view around town.” Yet the view would somehow eclipse any seventh story view of the streets of Manhattan. It features the Free Public Library, the hospital, and the sun-gathering station where the Sands used to rest to the south. “Return to the lobby and ascend the staircase to rooms that Schultz and Hill call home, but they are as detailed and intriguing as all that lay below. The private living room features comfy couches facing a double fireplace shared with Schultz’s library. The sandstone mantle from Texas weighs 3,000 pounds and sides up to a stalwart currier cabinet made in Egypt. The room is done in pumpkin, pinks and cherry wood with a merlot ceiling, capturing or rejecting light via electronic shades working separately on all windows. The room separates from a compact but state-of-the-art kitchen with a built-in breakfast nook. To the far side of the fireplace is a double
door leading into Schultz’s library. The floor-to-ceiling rich woods therein give the room a studious look that is balanced nicely by the pair’s love of places afar. The shelves are more adorned with travel memorabilia than books, one from each place Schultz and Hill have visited, and of course there are the intriguing local artifices. Facing the other entrance from the upstairs lobby rests a framed picture, dated 7-5-1929, a rendering of Haddon Hall—soon to be built. The upstairs lobby is a gallery with some stunning pieces. Salvador Dali and Chagall renderings are displayed west of the elevator. They’re offset by pen-andink drawings to the east, four by Ringo Star and one by John Lennon among other pieces. The most notable room on this floor is probably the private spa. A modern swim-in-place pool will also seat 24 guests comfortably, transforming to a hot tub with spouting Egyptian founts and a waterfall. It contains its own bar, steam room and sauna, massage table, small gym, and is tiled to perfection in olives, golds and browns. “It’s here one might become curious about an 80-year-old building sturdy enough to house pieces weighing three thousand pounds each and a pool that obviously holds a ton of water. Schultz tells of the Professional Arts Building being a fall out shelter during World War II because of its massive concrete walls and brute strength in flooring. You could drive a fleet of trucks across any floor, he says, which made knocking down walls and partitions an abominable job. That’s
also part of the past in what now gleams throughout in artful lighting, thoughtful colors and a host of detail. “ Down two floors, four guest suites provide privacy, each with signature pieces, colors and designs. Schultz and Hill feel many debts of gratitude, one to Atlantic Coast Alarm for a security system allowing one to see twelve security views on a screen from any room in the house, all discreetly placed for touch-of-a-button service. The two also give many accolades to architect Tom Sykes, who followed Schultz’s drawings and imagination to the letter. Nick Woodring, who spent months doing woodwork throughout, is a true artist. Schultz and Hill are giving back to the city by designing a place of hospitality in the center of town, when it would have perhaps been easier to veer down beach or head offshore. With their foundation providing its own grants and scholarships in the areas of art, music, and history, they’ll also be providing hospitality inside Casa Del Cielo to many local philanthropists and charities. They say they’re enormously happy to be giving back to the place where Schultz earned his living for 35 years. §
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Photos by Michael Buckner/Getty Models, Celebrities, VIPS and Fashion Industry Insiders descended on South Beach July 14th to 18th. For the seventh year, thousands of fashion industry professionals migrated to the sands of Miami Beach to see what’s in store for the swimwear industry in 2012. “This season was one the most exciting to date; Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim brought it’s most international roster of swimwear designers yet,” says Christina Neault, Executive Producer of the event for IMG Fashion. “The swimwear industry is such a rapidly growing market worldwide and we are happy to provide a platform for designers to travel from across the world to show their collections. A genuine feeling of a global design community was felt as we showcased designs from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Columbia, France, Peru and the US.” The activities began with a sizzling runway show by Diesel and a not-to-be-missed kick-off party on the 14th. A DJ, SKYY ®Vodka bar, and a special surprise musical guest on the iconic Raleigh pool deck ushered in the week of shows and events. In addition to the opening, shows included collections from: White Sands Australia, Poko Pano, Beach Bunny Swimwear, Crystal Jin, L*Space by Monica Wise, Wildfox Swimwear, Caffé Swimwear, Dolores Cortés, Mara Hoffman Swim, Aqua Di Lara, Natori, A.Ché, Red Carter, Cia.Marítima, Luli Fama, Luxe by Lisa Vogel, Lisa Blue, Kooey Swimwear Australia, Nicolita Five days of “invitation-only” shows and events saw over 12,000 journalists, photographers, buyers, and VIPs pass through two full runway venues: the Cabaña Grande and the Oasis, which provided an optimal show venue to over twenty-five designers. The Oasis was also home to fully-decked cabanas hosted by Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim official sponsors as well as sexy and comfortable seating areas for the fun and fashionable to lounge while mingling with the industry’s elite. Mercedes-Benz, the title sponsor of the event, was joined by American Express®, DHL, MAKE UP FOR EVER, TRESemmé, SKYY Vodka, The Raleigh, AriZona Beverages, Ocean Drive Magazine, California Apparel News Waterwear and Getty Images.
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Fashion will always be in, and we all wear it in our own way.
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hat is it about fashion that we all love? And not just women, but men, kids, even pets. Okay, maybe not pets, but we sure love to dress our pets and make sure that they show some fashion sense. And why wouldn’t we, it does afterall reflect on us in the end. Even though the latest fads may not always fit our own personal style, in some way or another, we find a way to make the lateset fashion statements be seen in our outfit selections. Even if it’s something small like a scarf or jewelry to jazz up our everyday wear that we are used to. Besides, not every body is the same, so what fits the models certainly isn’t going to fit or flatter everyone else. The latest trends in shoes, handbags, clothes, jewelry and accessories are a major concern to the majority of the poplution, and we all tend to make sure we have the latest styles in our closets. Luckily for the internet, it’s not hard to find what you are looking for. Even at a great price. However, when shopping online, you can’t actually try the clothes on. So unless you know exactly what you are looking for, say a certain pair of jeans that you already own but in a different shade of blue, then you are much better off going to your local boutique and trying it on and buying it there. Even if you think you can go home and search the interenet and find it for less. Afterall, you’ll save on all of the shipping costs, which can really add up, especially if you decide to return any items. And local boutiques stand by their products and appreciate you as a consumer, and will recognize your face the next time you walk in their store. They’ll even measure you, and get your correct size, and order it if it’s not in stock, with free shipping by the way. Some of the top local boutiques in the area include Barbara’s of Linwood, Eleganza on the Pier at Caesar’s Carmelita Couture in Philadelphia and we are sure you have a few of your own that you frequent. Of course there is always your local mall, but they don’t always have that personal touch when you walk in, as they consist more of franchised stores. And in most shopping malls you are less likely to find the quality that you are looking for. That is, clothes that could actually last you a lifetime, as would the clothes that you buy in a boutique. Of course, yes, there are exceptions to that rule. For instance, go to the Cherry Hill Mall and you’ll find Nordstrom’s, well known for their high end clothing lines. Not just clothing, but shoes, handbags, jewelry, make-up, etc. In fact, Nordstrom’s is one of the few department stores in this particular area where you can find many name brands that you would normally find only in local boutiques. And Nordstrom’s may offer an array of great services, like measuring and tailoring, but guaranteed you are still not going to get that personal touch that you get in a boutique. That personal touch being the presence of the owner, the staff knowing you by name, the Of course, yes, there are exceptions to that rule. For instance, go to the Cherry Hill Mall and you’ll find Nordstrom’s, well known for their high end clothing lines. Not just clothing, but shoes, handbags, jewelry, make-up, etc. In fact, Nordstrom’s is one of the few department stores in this particular area where you can find many name brands that you would normally find only in local boutiques. And Nordstrom’s may offer an array of great services, like measuring and tailoring, but guaranteed you are still not going to get that personal touch that you get in a boutique. That personal touch being the presence of the owner, the staff knowing you by name, the special attention to all of your shopping and style needs. Basically, getting treated as you would if you were getting a massage. Special treatment. And that special treatment you will always remember every time you put on that fabulous outfit that you bought, and that you look and feel great in. Thank you again for your business and we look forward to seeing you in our boutique again. lifestyleonlinemag.com
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o what exactly does fashion mean? Fashion, a general term for a currently popular style or practice, especially in clothing, foot wear or accessories. Fashion references to anything that is the current trend in look and dress up of a person. The more technical term, costume, has become so linked in the public eye with the term “fashion” that the more general term “costume” has in popular use mostly been relegated to special senses like fancy dress or masquerade wear, while the term “fashion” means clothing generally, and the study of it. For a broad cross-cultural look at clothing and its place in society, refer to the entries for clothing, costume and fabrics. The remainder of this article deals with clothing fashions in the Western world. The fashion industry is a product of the modern age. Prior to the mid-19th century, most clothing was custom made. It was handmade for individuals, either as home production or on order from dressmakers and tailors. By the beginning of the 20th century—with the rise of new technologies such as the sewing machine, the rise of global capitalism and the development of the factory system of production, and the proliferation of retail outlets such as department stores—clothing had increasingly come to be mass-produced in standard sizes and sold at fixed prices. Although the fashion industry developed first in Europe and America, today it is an international and highly globalized industry, with clothing often designed in one country, manufactured in another, and sold world-wide. For example, an American fashion company might source fabric in China and have the clothes manufactured in Vietnam, finished in Italy, and shipped to a warehouse in the United States for distribution to retail outlets internationally. The fashion industry has long been one of the largest employers in the United States, and it remains so in the 21st century. However, employment declined considerably as production increasingly moved overseas, especially to China. Because data on the fashion industry typically are reported for national economies and expressed in terms of the industry’s many separate sectors, aggregate figures for world production of textiles and clothing are difficult to obtain. However, by any measure, the industry accounts for a significant share of world economic output. The fashion industry consists of four levels: the production of raw materials, principally fibres and textiles but also leather and fur; the production of fashion goods by designers, manufacturers, contractors, and others; retail sales; and various forms of advertising and promotion. These levels consist of many separate but interdependent sectors, all of which are devoted to the goal of satisfying consumer demand for apparel under conditions that enable participants in the industry to operate at a profit.
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Help yourself to the unmistakable flavors of The Atlantic City Hilton. Enjoy the finest Italian cuisine at Patsy’s, perfect steaks at Simon Prime, and delicious Pacific Rim dining at Ono.
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Fresh Atlantic Seafood 7 days a week!
Our buffet of chef specialties include smoked fish, pickled herring, assorted seafood salads, a seafood Newburg station. Chef's pasta and carving stations. Indulge in a sweet table with freshly baked cakes and sweets for dessert. FEATURED ENTREES:
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Remoulade sauce, basmati rice, cucumber tomato relish
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Crab risotto, cherry tomato provencal
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Basmati rice, citrus vinaigrette
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Girasole is a Mediterranean influenced restaurant, and that's a good (and healthy thing). It remains a family affair, and keep in mind that "Girasole" is the Italian word for "Sunflower". The sun is shining again in Downtown Philadelphia!
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Armand de Brignac Brut Gold, with its distinctive bottle and packaging, were shipped just two years ago. Cattier is more wedded to traditional techniques than many houses, but it reserves special attention for its Armand de Brignac, originally created in the 1950s. Cattier’s Armand de Brignac’s champagne hails from a blend of three grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, harvested from the “Premier Cru” vineyards of the Carrier family in Chigny-lesRoses, a tiny village in the Champagne region of France. The process starts with selecting only the best chardonnay, pinot
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Berkshire Grill
6105 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township 609-272-8808 www.berkshiregrillnj.com Superbly prepared entrees including aged USDA Choice steaks, slow-roasted Prime Rib and Grilled Chicken Portofino. Signature entrees include Mandarin Glazed Salmon, SPinach Pecan Salad and Shrimp & Mussels Linguine. A large selection of sandwiches, salads, wraps, steaks, chicken, seafood and pasta.
Chelsea Prime
111 South Chelsea Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-425-4545 www.thechelsea-ac.com A fresh take on a steakhouse in a setting evocative of a 1940’s supper club. Decorated with classic black and white photographs of 1940’s Atlantic City, it features sweeping ocean views. A tantalizing menu of prime steaks, fresh seafood, innovative side dishes and classic martinis, it’s the consummate boutique steakhouse.
Crab Trap
Somers Point Circle, Somers Point, NJ 609-927-7377 www.thecrabtrap.com Voted “Best Menu”, “Best Crab Cakes”, “Best Seafood Restaurant”, and “Best Appetizers”. Serves fresh seafood, steaks, homemade breads, muffins and desserts.
Manna
8409 Ventnor Avenue, Margate, NJ 609-822-7722 www.mannaattheshore.com Feed your body, Nourish your soul. Serving New American Cuisine which is upscale, contemporary cooking. Manna combines flavors from America’s melting pot, with traditional techniques, and puts their own twist on old standbys. Dinner 5-9 MondaySaturday. $35 Four Course Prix Fixe Menu Thursday beginning at 5pm.
Renault Winery
72 N. Bremen Avenue, Egg Harbor City, NJ 609-965-2111 www.renaultwinery.com Shades of Tuscany, located on 1,400 beautiful acres, only twenty miles from Atlantic City, Renault features two outstanding restaurants. Joseph’s features the superb cuisine of one of the area’s most talented chefs—Chef Joseph Degennero—with a moderately priced menu and a wine program that includes selections from the Renault collection. Open every day for lunch and dinner. In season, check out the Sunday Tuscan Brunch. The Gourmet Restaurant at Renault features a spectacular six-course meal with chef selections that change seasonally, along with Renault wine tastings. Reservations are a must. Open for dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Mays Landing Golf & Country Club
1855 Cates Road, Mays Landing, NJ 609-641-4411 www.mayslandinggolf.com The Fraser and Siok families are committed to the same fine food, service and warm atmosphere that has defined their reputation for over 50 years. The Grille Room, located inside the spacious clubhouse serves breakfast, lunch and snacks, seven days a week. When it’s chilly outside, the oversize fireplace provides a warm focal point for the comfortable room. It’s a central location to meet friends, catch up on the day’s events, enjoy a snack, meal, beverage or cocktail - or just hang out with friends.
The Melting Pot
Seaview Dolce
401 South New York Road, Galloway, NJ 609-652-1800 www.dolceseaview.com The entire presentation of this beautiful resort delivers an ambiance from another era. There’s something very special about enjoying a delightful breakfast, lunch or dinner with a panoramic view of the historic Bay Course. Their famous Friday Night Seafood Buffet and the equally famous Sunday Country Club Champagne Brunch represents some of the best dining experiences on the entire East Coast.
2112 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-1100 www.meltingpot.com At The Melting Pot, fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can dip into something different - and discover all the ingredients for a unique dining experience including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and signature fondue dinners.
Sofia Girasole Ristorante & Lounge
3108 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-345-5554 www.girasoleac.com An Italian boutique restaurant with a strong Mediterranean influence. Fresh ingredients and simple preparations, served in style with Versace banquettes and place-settings. A beautiful bar with a noteworthy selection of custom cocktails and quality wines.
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24 Central Cafe
Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino, 2500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-6000 An upscale dining outlet in a casual atmosphere. Enjoy everything from grilled steaks to savory seafood, dazzling Asian dishes and the latest, greatest martinis available. Don’t miss The Trump Tower, a multi-layer chocolate cake. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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9314 Amherst Avenue, Margate, NJ 609-822-9111 www.sofiaofmargate.com Embrace the hospitality and diverse flavors, served individually or combined, so skillfully in a cuisine that is good for your heart, body and soul. A GrecoMed restaurant located by the bay in Margate, Sofia is arguably the most stylish non-casino newcomer in years. Sporting a handsome mix of flagstone, fieldstone, and rustic dark woods and a transporting outdoor deck; and a kitchen specializing in grilled whole fish and tantalizing tapas. Now featuring a spectacular sushi bar. Sofia Restaurant is a must visit at the Jersey Shore.
GLOUCESTER COUNTY Gia Ristorante Smithville Inn
1 N. New York Road, Smithville, NJ 609-652-7777 www.smithvillenj.com A lovely historical inn on 40 acres of pristine gardens and lakes. Serving American fare in a cozy early American setting. Specialties include Chicken Pot Pie, Crab Cakes, and Osso Bucco Frico. Banquets and private parties. Sunday brunch.
Tomatoes
Washington and Amherst Avenues, Margate, NJ 609-822-7535 www.tomatoesmargate.com A favorite of chefs and foodies who are now impressed with Chef Carmen Rone’s new location, with a view of the Margate Bay. Elegant and refined atmosphere includes a bar area, sushi bar, private meeting and dining rooms in addition to the main dining room. Excellent fresh fish, wonderful sauces and impressive desserts.
CAPE MAY COUNTY
Avalon Links Restaurant
1510 Route 9 North, North Swainton, NJ 609-465-8086 www. avalongolfclub.net Overlooking the 18th hole, offering an extensive menu that features full-course entrees, tasty appetizers, and a fine selection of choice meats, seafood and poultry dishes. Four seperate dining areas and accomodates over 150 people. It is the ideal setting for private parties, banquets, meetings and special occasions. Open 7 days for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. The Grille Room and Lounge offers casual ambiance, perfect for a quick bite or a cocktail.
Blue Pig Tavern
At Congress Hall, 251 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 609-884-8422 www.congresshall.com Each of the distinctive dining rooms provide a different mood. One has an open, airy garden feel, with a large skylight providing dramatic views of the colonnade and Congress Hall’s historic facades. A second is reminiscent of a cozy tavern, with a large fireplace, natural wood floor, and comfortable banquettes. An outdoor area, which connects to the hotel’s veranda, which makes for a spectacular summer dining experience. The dining rooms serve the tavern’s signature American fare—nostalgic, simple and fresh—utilizing local seafood and produce in creative, accessible ways.
3001 Pacific Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ 609-729-5959 www.giawildwood.com Great Italian food is prepared of great Italian cooks. Chef Vincent Chiarella has been at it for some thirty-five years and if you are craving classic Italian cuisine (the real thing) a visit to North Wildwood is in order. Great food comes from the best possible ingredients and the folks at Gia understand that quality is not produced by accident. A great chef, the best ingredients, a beautiful restaurant, run by people who understand the true meaning of hospitality. It doesn’t get any better than Gia! Open daily for dinner. BYOB.
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OCEAN COUNTY
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Sea Oaks Country Club
99 Golf View Drive, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 609-296-2656 www.seaoakscc.com Legacy is open to the public and it’s one of those great spots that does everything right. Chef Louis Smith prepares gourmet fare in a stunning atmosphere. Try their Chilled Raw Seafood Combo (only $9.99) or possibly Chef Lou’s famous Crab Cake. There is a host of pasta possibilities and their Slow Roasted Prime Rib continues to be house favorite. They also present a Twilight Lite Fare Dinner Menu for the fans of late afternoon dining which is yet another house favorite.
CAMDEN COUNTY
Cork
90 Haddon Avenue, Westmont, NJ 856-833-9800 www.corknj.com.com Under the direction of Chef Sae An, Cork has emerged as one of the most popular restaurants in the Delaware Valley, a perfect spot to enjoy a selection of small plates, a great steak, creative seafood entrees or perhaps a solo pizza. A classic bar delivers with sakes and wines from around the world, and fifteen unique beer selections on tap, including a heavy Belgian influence. Lunch Monday to Friday 11:30-3:30. Dinner Sunday to Thursday 4:30-11 Friday and Saturday 4:40-midnight. Happy Hour 11:30-7pm everyday. Monday night: All bottles of wine half price.
Library IV
1030 North Black Horse Pike, Williamstown, NJ 856-728-8064 www.libraryiv.com The area’s greatest steakhouse under the direction of owner Brian O’Keeney. Serving veal, seafood and chicken. Sunday Brunch Buffet served from 9am -1pm.
Symphony House, 440 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 215-732-2728 www.girasolephilly.com An Italian boutique restaurant with a strong Mediterranean influence. Fresh ingredients and simple preparations, served in style with Versace banquettes and place-settings. A beautiful bar with a noteworthy selection of custom cocktails and quality wines.
Keating’s River Grill
201 South Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 215-521-6509 www.keatingsrivergrill.com Located on the waterfront, Keating’s River Grill is the perfect location for not just a meal, but a dining experience. Their American Grill Cuisine ranges from one of the best cheese steaks in Philly, to a 14 oz. New York Strip Steak. Prime Rib Night every Friday night. Open until midnight every night. Keating’s River Grill Bar is the perfect spot for happy hour, a pre-dinner drink, or to watch a big game. Relax in a quiet corner while enjoying a beautiful river view or join the crowd watching your favorite team on one of their 51-inch plasma televisions. Excellent martini and wine selection, as well as having a few of Philadelphia’s finest local brews on tap.
Q BBQ & Tequila
207 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 215-625-8605 www.qoldcity.com Settle into a rocking chair on their porch. Order a signature tequila or bourbon drink. Breathe in the amazing aromas and relax. You’ll be treated to the best slow-style Southern barbeque you’ve ever tasted.
Ebbitt Room
At The Virginia Hotel, 25 Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 800-732-4236 www.virginiahotel.com The Virginia Hotel’s critically acclaimed dining room, located directly off the lobby. Signature red banquettes, custom carpeting and dramatic chandeliers provide a warm, timeless atmosphere to experience the restaurant’s innovative American cuisine. Touted as the “Town’s most beloved restaurant” and “Some of the most spectacular food in Cape May” by the Philadelphia Inquirer and “Superb”, “Creatively prepared dishes”, “Memorable” by the New York Times.
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HILTON Ristorante La Buca
711 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 215-928-0556 www.ristlabuca.com Chef-owner Giuseppe Giuliani opened Ristorante La Buca over thirty years ago and it is still going strong. “Buca” (meaning cave) remains a local classic and not too much has changed at this hideaway serving outstanding Tuscan originals. A visit to 711 Locust Street still means a walk down that flight of stairs into another world that is reminiscent of Italy, and the ambiance of this spot makes your meal even more enjoyable. The menu features traditional Italian cuisine and a special catch of the day (grilled and hand-selected from the ever-present seafood cart). Try his Seafood fra Diavolo, or the Sea Scallops with polenta and Swiss chard. The double-cut Lamb Chops are in the same category, and dessert is a must, and the Tuscany (rum cake) makes for a great ending.
CASINODINING TRUMP PLAZA
Max’s Steakhouse
The Boardwalk at Mississippi, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-6420 www. trumpplaza.com Can a steak become a work of art? One visit to Max’s Steakhouse at Trump Plaza, with a taste of what Chef Les Bender has to offer ,and the answer is a resounding yes. Classic warm red hues, impressive woodwork and traditional, crisp, white tablecloths capture your attention and set the tone for an exceptional dining experience. Featuring Certified Angus Beef, the menu includes bone-in-rib eye, seared salmon and scallops, ahi tuna and the ultimate surf and turf, featuring an 8 ounce coldwater lobster tail and an 8 ounce filet mignon.
Roberto’s Ristorante
The Boardwalk at Mississippi, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-7820 www.trumpplaza.com At Roberto’s Ristorante at Trump Plaza, a stop to look over the menu is worth the visit alone. Northern and southern Italian cuisine is all prepared under the watchful eye of Chef de Cuisine Robert Pfander of Ocean City. Entrees run the gamut from oven cappalini spiaggia to seasoned lamb chops to sauteed Dover sole. Complement it all with the ideal bottle of wine from Roberto’s extensive collection, as you take in the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The perfect ending to a perfect dinner is guaranteed with an individual souffle of either grand marnier or chocolate.
CAESARS
Phillips Seafood
The Pier Shops at Caesars, Atlantic City, NJ 609-348-2273 www.phillipsseafood.com The eighth restaurant in the Phillips family, Phillips Seafood brings guests a classic American seafood menu boasting an array of fresh seasonal fish and Phillips’ famous jumbo lump crab cakes. Renowned chef Robbin Haas has designed a menu that offers guests the freshest, finest seafood available, complete with a rolling oyster cart where regional varietals are shucked tableside and a doubledecker live lobster tank stocked with 3-10 pound lobsters. Phillips brings an upscale, interactive dining experience to guests with their exhibition kitchen and sweeping ocean view.
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Simon Prime
Boston Avenue & The Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-347-7111 www.hiltonac.com It’s yet another celebrity chef spot courtesy of one of the Food Network’s brightest stars. Kerry Simon brings great steaks in a “wow factor” ambiance and what’s not to love. It’s yet another “Hot” Hilton restaurant. The menu reflects Simon’s passion for intricately constructed meals, which includes everything from Meatloaf and Pot Roast as well as his Prime, Dry-Aged Porterhouse Steak for two; a rack of Colorado Lamb; or his Blackened Salmon with crawfish butter and bloomside spinach.
Capriccio
North Carolina Avenue & The Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-344-6000 www.resortsac.com No passport needed for this Italian experience. Capriccio’s all new menu features gourmet Italian cuisine in an exquisitely comfortable Mediterranean atmosphere, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Delectable antipasto and fresh pasta complement the exciting array of seafood and veal entrees. An extensive selection of wines and desserts. A perennial award winner for excellence in food, service and decor.
Patsy’s
Boston Avenue & The Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-340-6856 www.hiltonac.com Real Italian Food is what this classic (NewYork) restaurant is all about. It’s a clone of the Neapolitan joint on West 56th Street and a well-known Sinatra favorite that has become an Atlantic City favorite. It’s Patsy’s - forget about it! Spaghetti and Meatballs; Linguine Puttanesca; Chicken Contadina; Chicken Cacciatora; Veal Chop Siciliano; Lobster Fra Diavolo; Stuffed Calamari; Shrimp Marinara; Penne Alla Vodka...you get the picture and there’s plenty more where that came from (see their menu on the restaurant’s website).
GOLDEN NUGGET
800 Bay
800 Bay Avenue, Somers Point, NJ 609-926-3500 www.800bayrestaurant.com Cocktails with juice. The warm breeze through your hair. Fabulously fresh seafood and steak entrées. Sushi Bar. A breathtaking view of the bay. Lively and fun music on the deck. What more could you need?
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Chart House
Golden Nugget, Huron & Brigantine Blvd., Atlantic City 609-340-5030 www.chart-house.com Atlantic City is the home of the 30th location of the famous Chart House Restaurant, known for breathtaking waterfront views and exquisite dining, right on the Marina, for Everyone in the House. Fresh Fish Specialties such as Macadamia Crusted Mahi, Award-Winning Prime Rib and Original Lava Cake. Upscale Private Dining Room for Special Events, with Seating up to 100. Happy Hour Monday through Friday 4-6pm, with appetizers and specialty cocktails starting at $5.
Vic & Anthony’s
Golden Nugget, Huron & Brigantine Blvd., Atlantic City 609-441-2000 www.goldennugget.com World-Class Steaks. The original Vic & Anthony’s in Houston is routinely voted one of America’s ten best steakhouses. As for Vic & Anthony’s newest location, we’ll let the menu speak for itself - with succulent beef, lobster and unique appetizers. All accompanied by an eclectic wine selection and impeccable service, in a classically luxurious atmosphere.
RESORTS
Gallagher’s Steakhouse
North Carolina Avenue & The Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-340-6555 www.gallaghersresorts.com A classic steakhouse serving hearty salads, dry-aged meats, wonderful fish and shellfish. An ambiance of warm wooks and deep reds. Friendly, efficient and gracious service. Open for dinner Sunday thru Thursday 5-9:30pm, Friday 5-10pm, Saturday 5-11pm.
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