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ears before they built their dream home along the bay in Linwood, Steve and Stacy Feriozzi started a family tradition. Every Fourth of July, at just around dusk, they would load up the kids and drive to a secluded spot along the saltwater marshes. There, among the featherlike reeds that border the wetlands, they would watch as fireworks displays illuminated the skies over Atlantic City, Margate, Longport, and Ocean City. “I kept my eye on that property for years and thought, ‘Wouldn’t it be great to live there,’” says Steve Feriozzi. After the land was zoned for residential development, he looked at a waterfront home already under construction. “I walked in when the first floor was being built, and that was when I bought it.” Steve, a building contractor and head of an Atlantic County concrete company, took charge of the exterior design. He left the interiors to Stacy. Their collaboration resulted in a home that is truly opulent, but absolutely comfy. With floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall windows at almost every turn, it was built to take advantage of those stunning views. “At night from the master bedroom, you can look out and the Ocean City Ferris wheel, all lit up,” says Steve. “On holidays, you can see the fireworks going off right from your bed.” Add in the colorful changes of seasons, and see an abundance of wildlife and shore birds, “and you never miss a show,” he says. Castle in the Sand The big, rustic, Hamptons-style beach house arises from this

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LIFEST YLE ARCHITECTURE serene setting like a rough-hewn castle. Sided with rugged red cedar shingles from California, topped with tough black asphalt, with a pitched roof reinforced with galvanized ice-breakers, it’s a match for all kinds of coastal weather. Broad, red brick walkways lead visitors from the circular drive, built around a striking copper mermaid fountain, to the saltwater pool and pool house, which face the wetlands and barrier islands. At more than six thousand square feet, with four bedrooms, five baths, and two fireplaces (one gas, one wood-burning, “for the great smell”), this fortress by the bay can host armies of guests — a good thing, as the Feriozzis, with three kids, a large extended family, and a ton of friends, love to entertain. And no one has to be invited twice. The pool house — a miniature of the residence, with Panama ceiling fans, its own bar, and a draped cabana — also includes a downstairs wine cellar, where Steve makes and bottles his own vintage. “If we had a big party, we could have 50, 75 people, no problem,” says Steve. “I’ve had 150 people or better for an outside party. This place takes a lot of living, and has a very homey feeling.” Inside, Stacy created a showcase kitchen ideal for making big, multicourse Italian dinners. Too many cooks? No problem. This expansive open space with freestanding island lets everyone pitch in. Its restaurant-quality appointments (Wolf range, Dacor oven, Subzero fridge, and not one but two Bosch dishwashers) make meal prep a snap. Golden oak hardwood floors and almond-colored granite counters with brushed-nickel fixtures contrast with walls of rich cherry Woodmode cabinets, including an ornately carved range hood. And the whole scene is lit by sparkling crystal chandeliers. Naturally Beautiful Throughout the living spaces, the emphasis is on earth tones and textures: from the crushed leather and velvet sofas and chairs in the living room, to the stone slab floor in the foyer, to a sweeping mahogany

grand staircase that winds up to the second floor. The color palette is all golds and mochas, khakis and crimsons for a look of quiet, understated luxury, set off by art and collectibles including a massive gilded mirror in the living room (too big to hang, it simply leans against the wall). Like the mirror and a giant distressed clock, most of the furnishings are oversized to match the scale of the house. The only downsizing around here is in Stacy’s whimsical collection of Disney figurines, which dominates a first-floor display cabinet. The relatively remote location allows the Feriozzis to keep the broad windows minimally dressed, so they can relish the views with no loss of privacy. Take the master suite. The bedroom is a study in tranquility, with its giant four-poster bed, deep plush ivory carpet, a vaulted ceiling, and expansive arched windows that look out onto the bay. The adjoining master bath includes a porcelain hot tub and bath atop a raised black granite base. Again, it’s surrounded by windows with plantation shutters that are seldom closed. An embroidered seafoam valance and crystal chandelier complete the picture. Where the Boys Are The second-floor media room with a home theater and surround-sound is “the real man cave,” says Steve. In this masculine retreat, guests will find another bar, beer on tap, and a pool table under a ceiling covered with bamboo sea grass. The fun continues on the topmost floor, a cozy enclave with foosball and air hockey tables along with a cluster of sinkin sofas and of course, more spectacular views. “It’s the ultimate home for family and friends to relax, have fun, and marvel at the skyline of the shore,” says Stacy. Of all the marvels in this marvelous house, for Steve the best feature can be found underfoot. “We did all the bathrooms upstairs with radiant heat” installed in the floors, he says. “You can imagine how cold it can get here in the winter, especially at night. It’s so nice to get up and not have to put on socks. It’s fantastic.” Not to mention those views. … n

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ombat the ensuing Arctic Blast this winter and escape to the warmth of The Sunshine State with a visit to paradise. With 65 resorts worldwide, Club Med — the original all-inclusive resort — is the ideal choice for your sojourn. Here, we visit their premium sports resort, Club Med Sandpiper Bay in Port St. Lucie, Florida; a haven for active families. This unique 216-acre resort is tucked into the lush landscape along the St. Lucie River, and is the ideal destination for active families that want to engage in sports and fitness programs. Featuring world-class instruction by renowed professional coaches and fitness gurus, the expansive resort features 20 tennis courts, eight sand volleyball courts, and an impressive 18 hole onsite golf course. Sandpiper Bay also features the first and only L'Occitane-branded spa in the U.S., and a variety of land and water activities including; sailing, fitness classes, and the soaring flying trapeze. This premium resort also offers worldclass training facilities, as well as gourmet dining, premium beverages, and an engaging award-winning children's club for ages from four months to 17-years with Kidz Village. Getting Active After a day of unwinding at the pool, guests will feel rejuvenated and ready

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seven treatment rooms, a manicure and pedicure area, Zen Lounge, and a deluxe couples treatment room. The L’Occitane boutique features more than 80 products, as well as nail care, waxing, and hair care, providing guests with the exact escape they’re seeking. The journey begins when you arrive and ease into a plush robe and slippers. From there, relaxation seekers are guided to a waiting area where fruit-infused water awaits. Treatment rooms provide separate air, music, and lighting to individualize and personalize the spa journey. After taking part in the luxurious treatments, pampered guests are encouraged to linger as long as they like in the Zen Lounge — a custom-designed cabana in a Zen garden with relaxation chaises. Club Med and L’Occitane have created and maintained a partnership for many years, aligning perfectly with their French roots and with wellbeing at the core of their philosophies. The original Club Med Spaby L’Occitane is located at Club Med Opio en Provence, France. Founded by Olivier Baussan more than 30 years ago, L’Occitane captures the true art de vivre of Provence, offering a sensorial immersion in the natural beauty, fragrance, and lifestyle of the South of France. From the texture of L’Occitane products to their fragrance, each formula promises delight through beauty and wellbeing — a moment rich in enjoyment and discovery that goes beyond tangible benefits. Fitness Fun Get your body beach-ready at the completely new 2,500-square foot Club Med Fitness Center. This full-service fitness center features state-of-the-art Lifecycle equipment, including treadmills, cross trainers, recumbent bikes, balls, and weight equipment. Classes include Personal Training, Zumba, and Yoga — so guests can continue their wellness journey through programs designed to balance the body and mind through a range of exercises geared for results. And if beach volleyball is your passion, you’re in luck. The resort has recently launched a new Club Med Volleyball Academy at Sandpiper Bay. The renowned Club Med Academies have aligned themselves with the National Volleyball League (NVL) to create the only beach volleyball academy in the world and the first academy team sport to be incorporated into guests’ active vacations. The NVL has moved their official National Training Center from California to Sandpiper Bay, allowing players of all skill levels the opportunity to play alongside seasoned professionals and brings in appearances by Olympians and volleyball legends. The enhanced all-inclusive program offers professional coaching and specialized training programs for individuals with top-of-theline equipment and facilities including four new championship sand courts (16 more courts will be available this summer). Welcoming all skill levels to practice setting, spiking, serving and passing, hour-long group lessons take place throughout the day and daily tournaments are organized by the resort. Parting is Such Sweet Sorrow The only difficult thing about this one-of-a-kind super-charged vacation is actually leaving the resort. With minds relaxed and bodies boosted, actually getting your family or spouse (or even yourself) to depart is a true challenge as this is a place you never want to leave. So, whether you’re looking for a relaxing vacation lounging in the sun and spa, or an active one getting tips from professional instructors, Club Med Sandpiper Bay is, unquestionably, ideal. Grab your bathing suit and your athletic shoes and experience the true art of vacationing like a professional. n

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BO’s Boardwalk Empire is dead. So is its main character, Nucky Thompson. In fact, near the end of the fourth season and during every episode of the short fifth and final year, a lot of important characters got bumped off — Richard Harrow, Chalky White, Mickey Doyle and Dr. Narcisse among them. But perhaps the second most important character, next to Steve Buscemi’s Nucky, was gone by the end of the third season — and we never knew it. That character was the Boardwalk Empire set itself. The set, built in 2009, was an important piece of Atlantic City’s past. It sat along the East River in the Greenpoint section of Brooklyn and was dismantled in 2012 not long before Hurricane Sandy swept ashore. HBO also had a satellite Boardwalk set in Far Rockaway, Queens, where it shot many of the scenes from the 1880s through 1900. But there’s no room for nostalgia in the movie business. Film and TV sets are often dismantled, repurposed or flat-out destroyed once they’ve outlived their usefulness. Because the Boardwalk Empire set was so specific to a time

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period — the 1920s to early ‘30s, which is when the series ended — it isn’t likely anyone would have found much use for the set that was the length of a football field. At 300 feet long, it was the largest movie or TV set ever built in New York City. When Boardwalk Empire was initially announced, some wondered why HBO was building an exterior set in Brooklyn. Why, they asked, couldn’t Nucky, Jimmy, Gillian, Eddie and the gang shoot their scenes on the real Atlantic City Boardwalk? The answer, according to series creator and executive producer Terence Winter, is that there really isn’t a stick or a brick of the Atlantic City Boardwalk that could be traced to the Prohibition era. The old Haddon Hall Hotel — which became Resorts Casino Hotel, the city’s first casino, has undergone many renovations since it was built in the 1920s. Other than the Claridge, which was built in the late 1920s, the only other Boardwalk hotel that can be traced to the Art Deco period is the north tower of the Tropicana. When the casino was built, Ramada, the original developer, saved money by stripping the building down to the original skeletal steel from 1919 when the property was built as the Ambassador Hotel. Ramada crafted a new building around the steel bones of the old one. HBO briefly looked at the boardwalk in Asbury Park as a possible shooting location, because it still has some old buildings that could have resembled the Atlantic City Boardwalk of some 90 years ago. But in the end, the cable network decided to build an exact, but smaller, replica of the world’s first and most famous wooden avenue. The budget for the series’ pilot episode was $20 million, and $5 of that went to constructing the Boardwalk. With the help of Atlantic City historians Vicki Gold Levi and Ed McGinty Jr. (who also played the role of a ward boss during the first two seasons), the

set designers didn’t miss a single trick. “The first time they showed me the plans, I noticed something wasn’t right. There weren’t any knuckles on the railings and Atlantic City’s Boardwalk was unique because it had metal knuckles connecting the railings,” said Levi, who along with McGinty, was a historical consultant for the entire series. HBO fixed the mistake. It was little things, like matching the Boardwalk’s old herringbone pattern, that gave the show such an authentic feel. On a hot August day in 2011, our television entertainment series Curtain Call became one of the few television shows invited to shoot on the set of Boardwalk Empire. Winter was one of the guests on the two shows we produced on location. He was fresh off the hit series The Sopranos, where he was an executive producer and writer, when HBO gave him Johnson’s book and asked him if there was a series between the covers. They also added, in passing, that if Winter did find a series in those pages, then Hollywood heavyweight Martin Scorsese would direct the pilot and be one of the show’s seven executive producers. With the prospect of working with Scorsese dangling like a carrot in front of a horse, Winter assured them he’d fine a series in Johnson’s book. As Winter and I chatted on a boardwalk bench in front of the entrance to an amusement pier — the series never said which one it was supposed to resemble — Winter made the observation that the set was a character. “It has a personality,” he said, sweeping his hands in an arc that took in most of the set. “The set is every bit a character on this show as any of the actors. It speaks without saying a single word.” Winter and his production team paid incredibly close attention to detail. In the window of a Boardwalk variety store, Winter

placed tiny little souvenir trinkets authentic to the period. Even on the tightest of shots, the items would have never been seen by the television audience. They were there, as Winter explained, to provide motivation. “I wanted (the cast) to feel like they really were in Atlantic City during the early 1920s, so we put those (items) there just to complete the effect,” he explained. So authentic was HBO’s Boardwalk replica that you can put an old postcard picture of the “incubator baby” exhibit — yes, real babies in real incubators, just another quirky Boardwalk attraction — right next to an image of the one they created for the TV show and not tell the difference. The producers did take a little poetic and literary license with the set. Some of the businesses depicted on the show — while real — weren’t located next to one another on the real Boardwalk. And they placed Babette’s Supper Club on the Boardwalk when in fact it was on Pacific Avenue where the now-defunct Trump Plaza stands. The show also presented the producers with a series of modern-day challenges, not the least of which was the Manhattan skyline looming on the opposite shore of the East River. Whenever the cameras were pointed east, there was no mistaking the upper floors of the Empire State Building rising high above the set. And on many occasions, producers had to stop filming and wait for a helicopter — a flying machine that didn’t exist during the 1920s — to buzz its way out of a shot. Then there was the challenge of shooting beach and ocean scenes, or showing several amusement piers. Whenever you saw a shot from the Boardwalk looking out at the beach and ocean, or saw hotels rising along the wooden way, or saw amusement piers with a giant lighted Gillette sign casting shadows on the ocean, everything you saw — except for the Boardwalk was CGI — computer njlifestyleonline.com

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generated images. There was no beach, no ocean, no piers and no hotels on the Boardwalk Empire set. Blue screen background enabled the computer artists to seamlessly blend the real with the faux. That’s how they hid the Empire State Building, which opened in 1931, the same year Boardwalk Empire ended? Shooting the two Curtain Call shows on the Boardwalk Empire set became an intensely personal experience. Stepping onto that set — which was hidden from public view by a series of shipping containers piled four stories high — was like stepping 90 years into my family’s past. In the late 1910s, my great-grandparents and my newly-married grandparents moved to Atlantic City from Reading, Pa. My grandmother’s family owned a successful café and inn in Reading, but opportunity lured them to Atlantic City. By 1922, they owned two Boardwalk hotels — the Lelande, on Massachusetts Avenue, and the Blacksone, which was on Virginia Avenue where Trump Taj Mahal stands today. My grandparents changed the Blackstone’s name to the Hotel Jerome in honor of their two-year-old son — my dad. I have scrapbooks filled with pictures of the hotels and the Boardwalk from the 1920s. I have ledgers that guests signed when they checked into the hotels, dinner menus from the fine dining restaurants that offered lobster dinners for $1.25 and drink menus that offered non-alcoholic beverages in strict compliance with the Volstead Act. The drink menu also offered something cryptically called “special cups.” I always wondered what was so “special” about them. (Wink, wink.) As Boardwalk Empire began winding down after five seasons and 56 episodes, McGinty helped steer some memorabilia from the series down to a place where it would find a fine and fitting home. The Atlantic City Historical Museum is displaying props from the show that include an Atlantic City Beach Patrol swimsuit faithful to the period, Prohibition-era whiskey bottles, promotional posters, newspapers, a wooden barrel and the research binder about Enoch “Nucky” Johnson, the real life man whose truly was half-politician, half non-violent gangster — whose chapter in author Nelson Johnson’s book Boardwalk Empire: The Birth, High Times, and Corruption of Atlantic City inspired the very television series. With the sets dismantled and HBO now well into other projects, those little manufactured mementoes are about all we’ll ever see firsthand and close up of the sprawling television series that, for five years, showed the world precisely why Atlantic City will forever be known as The World’s Playground. See ya ‘round, Nucky. n

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MONEYWATCH By Matt and Tom Reynolds

Active vs. Passive Investing Does it have to be a case of one or the other?

MUCH IS WRITTEN IN THE INVESTMENT WORLD ABOUT ACTIVE VS. PASSIVE investing. It probably makes sense to define both before continuing to address the argument for one over the other. Passive investing (also called passive management) is a financial strategy in which an investor (or a fund manager) invests in accordance with a pre-determined strategy that doesn't entail any forecasting (either market timing or stock selection for example). The idea is to minimize investing fees and to avoid the adverse consequences of failing to correctly anticipate the future. The most popular method is to mimic the performance of an externally specified index. Active investing is just the opposite. Active investing (also called active management) refers to a portfolio management strategy where the manager makes specific investments with the goal of outperforming an investment benchmark index. If an investor wants to invest in US Large Cap “blue-chip” stocks, a passive investor might buy a fund that mimics the S&P 500 (an index that represents 500 large US companies). An active investor will try to select a sample of large cap domestic stocks with the goal of achieving a higher return than the S&P 500 after fees and expenses. Proponents of passive management will often cite various statistics about how few active managers beat their benchmarks. Dimensional Fund Advisors (“DFA” funds, an investment manager that specializes in index and enhanced index funds) indicated in their research that 81% of active equity mutual fund managers failed to beat their benchmarks over the ten year period ending 2013, meaning only 19% of active managers were able to outperform. Furthermore, only 52% of actively managed equity mutual funds were still in existence at the end of the same 10 year timeframe, highlighting the difficulty in selecting an active fund that will not only survive, but outperform as well. Proponents of passive investing will also cite low fees and tax efficiency in index products as other reasons passive investing is superior to active. Index funds like DFA US Large Company (with an expense ratio of 0.09) or Vanguard Dividend Appreciation (with an expense ratio of 0.10) provide extremely low-cost access to US blue-chip stocks and have had five year average returns of 16.6% and 14.8%, respectively. Critics of passive investing will cite passive investing's inability to adjust to changing market conditions. As an example, in May of 2013 when interest rates started to rise, investors who owned Vanguard's Total Bond Market Index had no way to counteract the loss in value because

as an index fund, this fund would own the entire bond market and not have the ability to address concerns around interest rate risk. Investors could have benefitted from moving to an active manager, such as the Goldman Sachs Strategic Income fund, which was able to capitalize on many of the opportunities in the bond market such as shortening duration and shorting long-term treasuries. This active strategy was able to gain 4% over the rest of the year, while the passively managed bond index dropped 2.14%. Proponents of active management cite the abilities to outperform their benchmarks and to adjust to changing market conditions as key reasons to favor the strategy. They will also take statistics cited above and say yes, 81% of active managers are unable to beat their benchmarks over ten years but if you can find the 19% that do, you are better off. Two active large cap growth strategies such as the Fidelity Contrafund and Amana Growth, have 10 year average returns more than 2% better than their S&P 500 benchmark. Our philosophy regarding active management is that our active managers have to earn their fee by beating their benchmark more often than not. When that doesn't happen, the manager is terminated. At CRA Financial, we don't believe investors have to decide on either active or passive investing. Rather, we believe there is real value in selectively building and investment strategy that utilizes components of both the passive and active philosophies. When looking for low cost exposure to a broad asset class, we will often use index funds like DFA or Vanguard to create a core holding in a portfolio. When looking for expertise in a particular asset class or flexibility to adjust to changing market conditions, we will introduce active strategies to our allocations as satellite positions around our core index products. n Tom Reynolds, CPA & Matt Reynolds CPA, CFP® Co-Managing Partners, CRA Financial Robert T. Martin, CFA, CFP® Investment Advisor This article is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as the basis for an investment decision. Consult your financial adviser, as well as your tax and/or legal advisers, regarding your personal circumstances before making investment decisions.

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Tips to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season ACHOO! THE FAMILIAR SOUND OF THE cold and flu season is upon us once again. We know it all too well … a co-worker’s cough, a kid’s fever, our own achy body and stuffy nose. While we know we feel terrible, we might not always realize the difference between a cold and flu or the best way to treat them. However, with the right actions, we can reduce our risk of getting a cold or flu this season. So how do we tell the difference? While colds and influenza are both respiratory illnesses and share some similar symptoms, there are definite signs of each.

on, it is important to get to the doctor right away. If you take the prescription anti-viral medication Tamiflu or Relenza within 48 hours of feeling ill, you can speed up recovery, reduce symptoms, and significantly decrease the chances of developing complications such as pneumonia or bronchitis. While flu symptoms happen suddenly,

Flu symptoms: • Occur quickly and can be severe. • Include fever, which tends to be higher and last longer (3 to 4 days) than the occasional low-grade fever that may accompany a cold. • Muscle and body aches • Severe fatigue or exhaustion • Can lead to severe health problems if not treated. Common cold symptoms: • Gradually worsen over a few days. • Are more likely to include runny or stuffy nose than the flu. Usually symptoms are above the neck. • Often include a sore throat, while flu rarely does. • May cause tiredness, but it is much less severe than the fatigue of the flu. • Do not usually result in serious health problems and hospitalizations. When you feel flu symptoms coming

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with the start of a cold, the symptoms occur gradually and worsen each day. You usually have a runny nose, cough, watery eyes, sore throat, congestion, and sneezing. In general, with a cold, the symptoms are above the

neck. While you may feel a little achy or have a mild fever, it will not be as severe as with the flu. Some over-the-counter medications can relieve the symptoms, but be very careful not to mix them, since many could contain the same type of medicine. Some experts recommend taking 250500 mg of vitamin C and zinc lozenges and the first sign of a cold to shorten the duration of the illness. Antihistamines can dry up your nasal passages. A saline spray is a more natural way to open your sinuses and has no side effects. If you have a mild fever (below 100°F), you might want to forego the fever reducer, unless you have a weak immune system or are at risk for other illnesses. A slight fever can be your body's way of fighting off the infection. For both cold and flu, Mom’s old advice still works today — get plenty of rest, drink lots of fluid (with no caffeine) and even try some chicken noodle soup. The warm steam can help open your sinuses and soothe a sore throat. It is important to note that colds and influenza are viral infections and antibiotics only treat infections caused by bacteria. For this reason, antibiotics will not help. In fact, they could do more harm. Overuse of antibiotics has led to some strains of bacteria becoming antibiotic resistant. However, a bacterial infection, such as bronchitis, strep throat, ear infection, or pneumonia can sometimes follow a cold or flu virus. In this case, antibiotics may be not only effective, but life-saving. If you have pain around your face or you are coughing up thick yellow mucus for more than a week, you could have a bacterial infection.

Complications from the flu send more than 200,000 people to the hospital each year and are linked to thousands of deaths. So, we know the difference between a cold and flu and we have a good idea of what to do if we get sick, but it is even more important to prevent illness for ourselves and our family. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends several steps to protect yourself from a cold and influenza. One of the biggest and easiest steps you can take to prevent the flu is to get an annual flu shot. Flu viruses are constantly changing and the flu vaccine is designed to protect against the flu virus that research predicts will be most common each year. Since the vaccine is made with an inactive virus, it is not infectious. It is a misconception that the flu vaccine can give you the flu. Take preventive actions and teach them to your children. Limit contact with sick people, wash your hands and face often, and keep hands away from nose, eyes and mouth. You might have heard that you should wash your hands for as long as it takes you to sing “Happy Birthday” twice. If you cannot get to soap and water, use an alcohol-based sanitizer. Clean and disinfect surfaces that could be contaminated with the cold and flu virus. Visit the cdc.gov for more information. In addition, experts recommend moderate exercise, such as walking, for 45 minutes a day, five days a week to reduce the risk of a cold. Get plenty of rest, eat healthy, and avoid smoking. These good health habits can help keep your immune system in peak condition. With just a few simple actions, we will hopefully avoid the coughing, aches, fever and “achoos” during the next several months of cold and flu season. n Robin Stoloff is the Health Reporter for NBC 40 and hosts and produces “Health Update,” the longest-running health feature in New Jersey. Her workout video “Rock Hard with Robin” was shot on location on the beaches of Atlantic City. Robin is a fitness instructor and former body builder and fitness competitor. She is dedicated to empowering others with health information to help them live a longer, healthier life.

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Eat, Tour, Love

A picturesque corner in Tuscany, Italy

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Wining and Dining Under the Tuscan Sun (and Moon) By MOLLY GOLUBCOW

ou can take the girl out of New Jersey, even as far away as the rolling hills of Tuscany filled with the freshest pasta and perfect red wine, but you cannot always get Jersey, specifically Atlantic City, out of the girl. Last month, I spent a fabulous week in Italy enjoying the scenery, culture, and food in Florence, Siena, and other quaint towns. As we drove hundreds of miles through Tuscany, I found myself comparing Atlantic City food and wine (like Formica bread and the chilled, red wine at Angelo’s Fairmount Tavern) to local cuisine. Tuscany is a gem — geographically for its terraced vineyards and olive groves etched into rolling hills; culturally as the birthplace of Da Vinci and other Renaissance masters; and historically — several Tuscan cities have been designated World Heritage Sites including parts of Florence, Siena, Pisa, and San Gimignano. Tuscany also is, hands down, a gastronomic gem — fresh pesto, wine (like Chianti), crusty breads, and olive oils. The

food and wine were moto bene, but still my mind would wander back to food from AC. Like I said, it’s hard to shake the Jersey out of one’s soul. So, are you ready for more details about Tuscany and an occasional intersection with Atlantic City? Just sit back, no passport needed for this trip, and let me tell you about my week under the Tuscan sun and moon. Sweet Siena While walking through Siena’s winding, cobble stone streets, we stopped in a bakery displaying loaves of round, crusty bread that had just come out of the oven. The smell was wonderful — like mom just baked it. A lovely young woman in the shop explained to us that the melon shaped loaves — Pan con Sant, is a special walnut, raisin, and black pepper bread baked only for the feast of All Saint’s Day (November 1). The amazing smell of the fresh bread convinced us to buy a loaf. We had the bread and some Pecorino cheese as an impromptu lunch sitting near the Piazza del Campo, the town square with a 300 plus step

medieval tower. Each bite was a morsel of yumminess — packed with fresh walnuts and moist, plump raisons. The crust was crunchy hard too. And that’s when I thought about Atlantic City sub bread. Nice and crusty on the outside and soft and bready on the inside — just begging to be dipped in olive oil. Coincidentally, just like Atlantic City, Siena boasts that their well water is what makes their bread perfect; an ingredient that makes Siena and Atlantic City culinary cousins! For dinner, we returned to Montecatini, our home base for the week. Centrally located, driving an hour or two in any direction will get you to Florence, Pisa, and other Tuscan towns. So, we would go on our day trips and return to Montecatini for dinners. Whether garlic pizza in a familyowned pizzeria — where we heard the elderly matron yelling in Italian in the kitchen at her children (the cook and the waitress) or finer dining places where yelling is toned down in front of customers, the owner or the servers njlifestyleonline.com

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really mean it when they come to the table and ask, “Is everything good?” When we tell them the food is excellent, because it was, they smile and take great pride in serving a good meal. You can see it in their eyes. At one of our dinners, the owner eagerly talked about one of the antipasto offerings I asked about, Balsamic Glazed Sweet and Sour Cipolinni — cute little onions larger than pearl, but smaller than a regular onion. Although I love Sac-O Sub onion rings, the cipolinni onions were so good I did not miss them — well, maybe for a minute or so. Pasta in many shapes, in every restaurant was fresh and tasty. Like someone’s Italian nonna just rolled out the dough … maybe that’s exactly what goes on in the kitchens behind the restaurants to create such fresh linguini, penne, and other pasta possibilities.

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The Hills of Volterra & San Gimignano Driving about one hour southwest from Montecatini, we spent the day in two of the most quaint Tuscan hillside towns featuring medieval fortresses and towers, winding and narrow cobblestone streets, cafes, and wonderful shops. In Volterra, local vendors happened to be in town selling their wares — olive oil from local groves, hot peppers, cheeses, pesto from organic farms, and truffle spread — a gastronomic treat made from local truffles with garlic, herbs and spices. In fortressed San Gimignano, we wandered up to a wine bar overlooking the Tuscan hills at sunset. It was a peaceful and dramatic way to end the day with a glass of local wine overlooking the area where the grapes are grown — rolling hills and terracotta roofs for miles and miles. Roaming About Florence Going to Tuscany and not visiting Florence is like coming to Atlantic City and not walking the Boardwalk. It’s a must do. With its magnificent Duomo and tower, museums like the Uffizi filled with Renaissance masters, and Michelangelo’s David (not to mention a copy as well), Florence exemplifies an art history major’s dream. Where there are lots of tourists, you will find lots of souvenirs. Again, I was reminded of Boardwalk tchotchkes, probably made in China, offering key chain replicas of the Duomo as a memento. My favorite? A white plastic, bobblehead David that reminded me of the tacky souvenirs I sold in Souvenir City when I worked on the AC boardwalk many years ago. The best part of roaming about Florence is just what you happen to come upon that even

the travel guides haven’t discovered. Whether a tiny gelato place tucked it an alley off the beaten path or a white from head-to-toe Di Vinci mime, Florence is charming. If you wander into Piazza della Signoria, the square in front of Palazzo Vecchio, you can’t help seeing the fake David in all his naked glory standing erectly (pun intended) and photographed from many angles! In addition to David, a statue of Neptune in an elaborate fountain can also be found near by — a little grander, but reminded me of the Neptune statue in front of Gardener’s Basin. Bella Cinque Terra Although not officially part of Tuscany, the seaside towns of Cinque Terre are northwest between Pisa and Genoa. Scenic is an understatement to describe the five quaint little fishing villages chiseled into the coastline facing the Ligurian Sea (an arm of the Mediterranean Sea). Cinque Terre offers winding, cliff-side hiking paths that link the towns and offer breathtaking views of the sea and the five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. We took the train from L’Spezia (southeast of Cinque Terre). As I sat on the train going through dark tunnels, the blackness was interrupted by sudden bursts of light and views of the sea coming through 19th century arched openings. From high above the cliffs, the sight of the water and light was awesome and a great way to be introduced to bella Cinque Terre. We stayed overnight in Vernazza, town #2 on the train route. Our hotel — a rooming house facing the sea — opened up its enormous, shuttered windows onto one of the most picturesque scenes on the Mediterranean with colorful umbrellas shading a lunch crowd below us in a café and fishing boats docked just several feet from our door. As a Jersey shore girl, I immediately needed to take a small boat ride along the coast to see the five towns from the water. Each town, nestled into the cliffs, was painted in stunning pastel colors. The water was Mediterranean blue and clear as glass. The next day, we hiked the cliffs from Vernazza to Corniglia — another, smaller town equally blessed with post card views of neighboring villages and hilly coastline. Dinner that night on the harbor in Vernazza was fantastic. I had troife — small, squiggly shaped pasta associated with Ligurian cuisine mixed with a flavorful pesto sauce, string beans, and tiny potato cubes. And, let’s not forget the cassa rosso — the house red is always acceptable and goes perfectly with everything from fungi ravioli to mussels drenched in garlic. Just like my favorite chilled red at Angelo’s Fairmont Tavern on Artic Ave. Yes, another moment in the heart of Italy when AC roots

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called to me. For our final day in Cinque Terre, we took a ferry boat from Vernazza to Monterosso. Immediately, I thought of Atlantic City. Monterosso is a “real” beach town and stores were selling flip flops and sun tan lotion. People were sunning and swimming on the gorgeous beach or sipping cappuccinos from seaside cafes. Monterosso even has a walkway (like a Boardwalk without the boards) that parallels the beach. To end the day, we had a final gelato (chocolate and hazelnut for me) as we walked the beach front path. It was no Kohr Bros soft swirl from the AC Boardwalk, but it was delicious and memorable just the same. It All Ends with Biscuits and Wine Whether climbing a medieval tower or twirling freshly made pasta onto your fork, Tuscany is splendido. There is an Italian saying (tutto finisce a tarallucci e vino) — it all ends with biscuits and wine — similar to our “Don’t worry, all will be well.” With great food, wonderful wine, and breathtaking scenery what else is there to say except Tuscany is bellisima. I will remember her fondly next time I have an AC sub or a glass of wine at Angelo’s. n njlifestyleonline.com

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2015 S65 AMG Coupe

Beyond Luxury “LORD, WON’T YOU BUY ME A MERCEDES-BENZ?” Janis Joplin sang in October 1970. The singer never got her wish, as she died just three days after recording that oft-repeated ditty. But nearly forty-five years later, a Mercedes-Benz is still on many people’s holiday wish lists. And the cars are now luxurious beyond Joplin’s wildest dreams. Three new models, in various stages of the pipeline at the company’s headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany, promise to bring even higher levels of comfort, safety, and performance to the world’s roadways. The Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe is already

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Top Off Your Holiday Wish List With a Marvelous Mercedes-Benz in production; the very sporty AMG GT S is scheduled to be on the market this coming spring; and the Concept Coupe SUV is still in the planning stages. The first 2015 S65 AMG Coupes are beginning to hit the dealerships, and by all accounts, it is one marvelous machine. Car and Driver called it “among the most fetching and luxurious vehicles on the planet.” With a twelve-cylinder, twin-turbo engine, the car can go from a standstill to 60 mph in about four seconds. “Mashing the throttle should not be done carelessly,” Car and Driver warned. “It is a phenomenal, phenomenal car,” said John Mehrlander,

2015 AMG GT S general partner of Mercedes-Benz of Atlantic City. “The interior of this car is gorgeous.” The S65 AMG Coupe, with a price starting at about $220,000, is equipped with the latest technology to avoid mishaps on the road, said Mehrlander. Among the features are cameras that notify the driver if another vehicle is in his or her blind spot, a signal that a rear-end collision might be imminent, automatically stopping the car if a pedestrian crosses its path, and a device that won’t let drivers change lanes on the highway unless they use the turn signal. And if the driver becomes fatigued, the car senses that fact and signals it’s time to head for a rest area. Inside the cabin, passengers can enjoy leather trim with hand stitching. Creature comforts include heated front seats with twelveway powered position controls, a fragrance system, massagers, a footrest for the right-rear-seat passenger, and a 12.3-inch touchpad screen for the navigation and warning systems. The twenty-inch wheels each have sixteen spokes, creating an awesome effect as the car rolls down the highway. While passengers of the S65 AMG Coupe relax in luxurious comfort, driving the car is a real experience, starting with a threespoke steering wheel and shift paddles. The engine delivers 621 horsepower and has a top speed of 186 mph — though you probably have to take the car to Germany’s Autobahns if you want to accelerate

to that level and not risk a speeding ticket. The seven-speed transmission offers three modes: Controlled Efficiency, Sport, and Manual (push-button, not a gearshift). When going around curves, the car leans into the turn as a motorcycle would, allowing for an exhilarating and smooth ride. This feature makes its American debut on the S65 AMG Coupe. The only downside is, if you want one of these babies in time for the holidays, you’re out of luck. The S65 AMG Coupe cannot be bought off the lot, but is sold and built to order, “totally built for the

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individual,” Mehrlander said. Customers who purchase the vehicle around Thanksgiving can expect delivery in March. The Mercedes-Benz AMG line has an interesting story of its own. It started in 1967 in an old mill in Burgstall, Germany, when engineers Hans-Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher started fine-tuning Mercedes-Benz engines to perform on the race tracks of Europe. AMG has since become the company’s brand of highperformance cars. “We’re there when it’s only a tenth of a second that decides a race, and when passion for an automobile is stealing the stage,” boasts an online video about AMG cars. Each AMG engine is hand-built from start to finish by one of about fifty masters working at its facility in Affalterbach, Germany. “One man, one engine,” is what the company calls it. When the engine is complete, the builder attaches a plaque containing his signature to the cover.

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Another Mercedes-Benz AMG car made its debut at shows in September, and should be available to the public by the spring of 2015. The interior of the AMG GT S has an aviation design, with a wing-like dashboard and a dominant center console. “Built to impress the best,” brags a promotional video. This eight-cylinder, 510-horsepower sports car is the first to have internally mounted turbo chargers. “With a compact engine and sounds of a Formula 1 race car, you might just want to take this car directly to the race track,” the video claims. If performance is what you’re after, and price is no object, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S may just be your ideal vehicle. It boasts a seven-speed transmission, a preliminary zero-to-sixty time of 3.7 seconds, and a maximum speed of 193 mph. Like the S65 AMG Coupe, the GT S has several transmission modes to choose from. The manual RACE program uses the dual-clutch transmission that

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adjusts to the conditions of the road, and is unique to the model. Just in case the driver gets too carried away with the power of the car, it also comes equipped with numerous high-tech safety features. The two-seater’s long hood, broad tail, and large wheels give it the ultimate sports-car look. But it is promoted as a comfortable ride, even for long trips, and the 12.4-cubic-foot trunk holds a couple of suitcases or golf bags. The AMG GT S has yet to hit dealer showrooms, but auto-enthusiast websites are already singing its praises. Several say it will give the Porsche 911 some serious competition. Road & Track called the car “a shot across the bow at Porsche, a jab at Jaguar.” Mehrlander of Mercedes-Benz of Atlantic City, said he has seen the AMG GT S, but he was not allowed to photograph it. The base price has yet to be disclosed. Still in the Mercedes-Benz concept phase — and somewhat more practical — is the Concept Coupe SUV. The four-door, all-wheel-drive vehicle will have the size of a monstrous SUV with the sleek design of a coupe. If this concept comes to fruition, the Coupe SUV will be an imposing sight on the roadways. The vehicle will be more than sixteen feet long, and 6.7 feet wide (not counting the mirrors), with twenty-two-inch wheels. The headlights will be LED multi-beams, and the tail lights will be a slim band. The car will have lit side sills, reminding some people of the running boards of classic SUVs, and a license-plate holder that is embedded into the rear bumper. Mechanically, the Concept Coupe SUV has a six-cylinder engine, with four valves in each cylinder, 333 horsepower, and a nine-speed transmission that the driver can set to one of five different modes. Air suspension and a high ground clearance will make this SUV a smooth ride. “With its superior sportiness, it conveys a sense of modern luxury and aesthetic aspirations of sensual clarity,” Gorden Wagener, head of design for Mercedes-Benz, said in a released statement. So now is the time to check your list — and your bank account — and check it twice to see if one of these fine Mercedes-Benz vehicles is in your future. n

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Ram’s Head Inn

9 W. White Horse Pike, Galloway, NJ 609-652-1700 ramsheadinn.com The Ram’s Head Inn continues the long-standing tradition of superior quality food and service that the Knowles family brought to Southern New Jersey in 1979. This started at the Manor in the 1950s, and also continues at the Highlawn Pavilion and Pleasantdale Chateau (all located in West Orange, NJ). Traditional food and beverage is served with a contemporary flair at various venues within this one-of-a-kind restaurant. Executive chef Elio Gracia has provided outstanding culinary excellence for seventeen years, incorporating as many seasonal organic and locally-grown foods as possible. Walk-ins are always welcome.

1030 N. Blk Horse Pike, Williamstown, NJ 856-728-8064 libraryiv.com The area’s greatest steakhouse under the direction of owner Brian O’Keeney. Offering quality prepared food and friendly service. Serving hand-cut steaks by the ounce, prime rib, seafood, veal and chicken. The Library IV restaurant has been the area’s top steakhouse for 30 years. A recently completed remodel includes a new kitchen, new 30-foot long salad bar and dining rooms. A casual and cozy atmosphere sets this restaurant apart from the others, and their commitment to top quality has stood the test of time.

Crab Trap

2 Broadway, Somers Point, NJ 609-927-7377 thecrabtrap.com Overlooking the Great Egg Harbor Bay in Somers Point is the Crab Trap Restaurant. Flourishing as a 400-seat full service restaurant serving the finest seafood in South Jersey. As many businesses expand, they often lose touch with the quality and small personal touches that made them special. At the Crab Trap, they don’t believe that has happened, or ever will.

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Berkshire Grill

6105 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 609-272-8808 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 is offered.

Girasole Ristorante & Lounge

3108 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-345-5554 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 are offered.

1 N. New York Road, Smithville, NJ 609-652-7777 smithvilleinn.com A lovely historical inn on 40 acres of pristine gardens and lakes. The Smithville Inn offers a wide selection of cuisine and is one of South Jersey’s premiere restaurants. Minutes away from Atlantic City, in the Historic Towne of Smithville. Serving sophisticated comfort food in a warm environment. Specialties include Chicken Pot Pie, Crab Cakes, and Osso Bucco Frico. A tradition of hospitality that has been carried on since 1787, remains. Banquets and private parties offerd, plus Sunday brunch.

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Sofia

9314 Amherst Avenue, Margate, NJ 609-822-9111 sofiaofmargate.com Exhibiting classical Greco-Mediterranean design, Sofia invites you to enjoy her dinner table and share in a celebration of a wholesome cuisine built on homestyle cooking expressed by exceptional chefs and recipes acquired from past generations. Thus making Sofia a truly extraordinary South Jersey Greek restaurants.

The Melting Pot

2112 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-1100 meltingpot.com At The Melting Pot, fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience. 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.

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Gallagher’s Steakhouse

N. Carolina & Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-340-6555 gallaghersresorts.com Gallaghers is located on the 2nd floor of Resorts Casino. A classic steakhouse serving hearty salads, dry-aged meats, wonderful fish and shellfish. Their glass-enclosed meat locker is in the front of the restaurant for all to view; and all of the beef is dry-aged for 21 days at a constant 36 degrees to insure tenderness. Offering the finest selections of seafood as well. An ambiance of warm woods and deep reds. Friendly, efficient and gracious service. Open for dinner Sunday thru Thursday 5-9:30 pm, Friday 5-10 pm, Saturday 5-11 pm.

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Pier at Caesars, Atlantic City, NJ 609-348-2273 phillipsseafood.com Phillips Seafood brings guests a classical 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 double-decker live lobster tank stocked with 3-10 pound lobsters. Experience an upscale, interactive dining experience with their exhibition kitchen and sweeping ocean views.

The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-4660 broadwayburgerbar.com Ark Restaurants introduces Broadway Burger Bar at the Quarter in Tropicana Casino & Resort, Atlantic City serving up fresh ground, grilled, prime beef burgers and a large selection of tapas style appetizers. Order from a full bar featuring 60 Craft Beers, specialty cocktails, adult milkshakes as well as your traditional favorites. Live Acoustic acts every Friday and Saturday add to the vibrant and unique atmosphere. Fun for families, a quick lunch or an intimate dinner. At Broadway Burger Bar, they make burgers great.

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N. Carolina & Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-344-6000 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. Capriccio’s has beautiful murals on the walls featuring Old World Italy. Try the lobster with shiitake mushrooms and sweet peppers served on a baked polenta round; or the Costolette di Vitello alla Lombardese; or absolutely the Ossobuco di Vitello alla Lombardese, braised in a red wine and tomato sauce served with saffron risotto. The food is as spectacular as the view.

Pier at Caesars, Atlantic City, NJ 609-348-4443 souzaisushi.com.com Simple… seasonal… sensual… Souzai features a diverse menu of hand-rolled sushi, fresh sashimi and traditional Japanese dishes, as well as a wide range of innovative cocktails, Japanese sake and beer. Showcasing stunning views of the beach, ocean sunsets and the sparkling cityscape from its perch high above the famed Atlantic City boardwalk, Souzai has become one of the hottest spots in town to mix and mingle. Grab a seat and discover Souzai for yourself.

Cuba Libre

The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 609-348-6700 cubalibrerestaurant.com Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar is dedicated to a continued exploration of Cuban heritage, art, music, flavors and traditions. The open-air setting, tropical ambiance, vintage décor, upbeat Latin music and Concept Chef/Partner, Guillermo Pernot’s delectable menu of ‘Nuevo Cubano’ dishes and traditional favorites, make this restaurant a must-see, must-experience dining destination.

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Bally’s Casino, Atlantic City, NJ 609-340-2300 ballysac.com Bally’s own Little Italy! Chef Maurizio prepares Milk fed Veal any way your heart desires; Picatta, Marsala, Francese, and of course, their famous Veal Parmigiana. Vibrant Italian mosaics abound as this restaurant offers tranquil views of the boardwalk and the Atlantic Ocean.

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Pier at Caesars, Atlantic City, NJ 609-674-0100 buddakanac.com Buddakan's dreamlike ambiance makes an enchanting setting for hosting special events. Guests are instantly transported to an ancient Chinese village complete with rock gardens, thatched roofs and a dramatic twilight sky. The menu portrays an innovative interpretation of Modern Asian cuisine that matches the decor in terms of creativity and inspiration. Guests will feel relaxed and indulged in this exotic and comfortable environment.

Casa Taco & Tequila Bar

The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 609-343-9938 tropicana.net Featuring up to 100 different Tequilas, a private party room, indoor and outdoor seating and a full Mexican menu ranging from tacos to fajitas and more! Breakfast is served 7AM to Noon Daily. The Tropicana Difference: Guacamole prepared table side, is a fresh and delicious way to enjoy this classic appetizer.

Il Verdi

The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 800-345-8767 tropicana.net Specializing in Northern Italian cuisine, Il Verdi serves meticulously prepared gourmet dishes in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere. Dine on your choice of hot and cold antipasti, soups, salads, pastas, fish and meat entrees, and desserts. Il Verdi’s award-winning wine list features Italian wines selected to complement the food. Have a truly unique dining experience at the Chef’s Table, set amidst the action of the Il Verdi kitchen, where you can enjoy a customized menu of six or seven courses with wine pairings.

BORGATA

Wolfgang Puck American Grille One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-1000 theborgata.com The man who revolutionized the culinary industry carries an undeniable cachet, synonymous with bold, innovative cooking and an unmistakable panache and passion that redefined dining in America. Offering contemporary American cuisine, the restaurant offers two distinctive dining areas ranging from casual and relaxed to elegant and upscale.

Old Homestead Steak House

One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-1000 theborgata.com Their domestically-raised, hand-massaged Kobe beef is not only the envy of the trade, it’s trademarked. But that isn’t the only reason the venerable Old Homestead has been a New York City landmark for 137 years. “It’s consistency on all fronts,” says Marc Sherry who, with brother Greg, opened their second location at Borgata. The menu nearly mirrors New York’s — and for good reason.

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Izakaya

One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-1000 theborgata.com A modern Japanese pub that defies comparison. Extraordinary sushi, sake, and robatayaki served in a sensual, yet modern atmosphere. Izakaya’s tempting cocktails and sharable plates make it the premier spot for an after-hours nosh and drinks, or a delicious late night meal.

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