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1. Walk or ride the Route 52 causeway bridge into Ocean City. This marvel of engineering features a pedestrian and bicycle path, a visitor’s center, and a fishing pier. It’s pretty anytime, but at night the LED lights cast beautiful colors over the water. 2. Climb a lighthouse. It’s a whopping 228 steps to the top of the Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City, but the breathtaking view is worth it! 3. Discover a Cape May diamond. Sunset Beach in Cape May is famous for its beautiful quartz crystals. When polished and cut, these stones have the appearance of real diamonds. 4. Pick your own Jersey Fresh fruit. Produce stands are great, but this takes it to a new level. Area farms offer pick-your-own options for blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and cherries. 5. Take a boat ride. From dolphin or whale watching adventures to cocktail cruises, there are plenty of choices. Or take a day trip on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry; dogs and bicycles welcome! 6. Learn to surf. If you’ve always wanted to try it, now is your chance. 7. Enjoy a free outdoor concert. There’s free jazz on Thursday evenings at Kennedy Plaza in Atlantic City. Check your local listings for free concerts in any of the neighboring shore towns. 8. Explore the Arts. Don’t wait for a rainy day to enjoy the area’s cultural activities. From the Noyes Arts Garage Stockton University to theatre at Dante Hall and the Ocean City Music Pier, there are countless ways to indulge your artistic side. 9. Visit an elephant. An historic landmark, Lucy the Elephant stands six stories high alongside the beach in Margate. Take a tour; see the view, grab a snack at the café. Check the schedule for free on-site musical performances and movies. 10. Take a family beach portrait. Memorialize this summer with the people you love most — in the place where you’ve already made so many memories. Enjoy this issue of New Jersey Lifestyle … another wonderful way to appreciate the Jersey shore!
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CONTENTS FEATURES Feel Good Experience aerial yoga and learn to fly.
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Bayfront Beauty A million-dollar Ocean City home that is simply grand.
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Choose Happiness Discover the path to a happy life.
& Medical Profile 2015 11 Health A healthy dose of compassion with Dr. Alobeidy Watch 21 Money Rising interest rates and the effect on your portfolio. Wheels 22 On The well-anticipated arrival of the Maserati Alfieri.
25 Lifelines How a flat tire led to a love of country music. Gallery 28 Dining All the details on the area’s great dining venues. 4
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Entertainment The regrets of Regis.
Restaurant Report A visit to two area restaurants and a coffee house.
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Choose Happiness Discover the path to a happy life
Health Watch By Robin Stoloff
“FOLKS ARE USUALLY ABOUT AS HAPPY AS they make their minds up to be;” plain, yet profound words from Abraham Lincoln. Before scientific theories and behavioral therapy, before focus groups and social experiments, Lincoln summarized this most basic concept of a happy life in one short and simple sentence. It is the foundation of a positive attitude, which is directly connected to our emotional and physical health. There are people that not only see the glass as half empty, they actually want to smash the glass. Their anger and negativity blinds them to the possibility that things can be different. Their thoughts and behavior creates stress, wreaking havoc on their immune system, and making them more vulnerable to conditions such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, digestive disorders and, ultimately, a shorter life. Here is the good news; a negative attitude can be changed, according to Cydney Savage, LPC, Director of Adult Outpatient Services, AtlantiCare Behavioral Health. She says, “The first step is believing that happiness is not only possible, but is actually a choice. A lot of people put responsibility for their happiness outside of themselves … if only traffic were better, if only I had won the lottery … if only … if only. That won’t ever result in feeling happy.” A positive outlook needs to come from within and it starts with changing how you think every day. Savage notes, “If you can wrap your mind around the idea that happiness is a choice, being frustrated is a choice, being angry is a choice, you (can) change the pattern.” For instance, she says, if you are stuck in traffic, you can choose to be angry and miserable or change your mindset, take a deep breath and
say, “let me use this time to think about what to make for dinner or what I will accomplish at work today.” Another step toward changing negative thoughts is stopping negative talk. When you use words such as “always” and “never”, you are setting yourself up to fail. For example; “This always happens to me” or “I never get a break.” These generalized statements send out negative vibes into the world and make you feel helpless and hopeless. While you are attempting to avoid your own negative chatter, be sure to avoid others as well. The office gossip or the friend with the “Oh woe is me attitude” will just drag you down into their negative spiral. We have all heard the saying “misery loves company” and it can be easy to get trapped into becoming one of their pessimistic cronies. Make every effort to stay clear of people like this and surround yourself with positive people. We all know that person who is always smiling, who seems to take adversity in stride, who loves life. We want to be near that person, we want to be that person. When asked by people why she is always so happy, a friend of mine answers, “It’s better than being sad.” Yes, it is. In addition to getting rid of negative people, it is critical to eliminate negative behaviors — overeating, smoking, drinking too much. It can be an endless cycle — you feel bad or upset so you eat or drink or … fill in the blank. It is a temporary fix, and then you suffer feelings of guilt and angst which compounds the problem. To break the chain, sometimes professional help is the answer. Seeking treatment or therapy is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength. While it is not easy, people who have overcome these obstacles
A positive outlook needs to come from within and it starts with changing how you think every day.
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have discovered a new and wonderful life, knowing true joy for the first time. According to Savage, her clients who make positive life changes are more optimistic and productive; they are healthier and have better relationships. Savage also suggests doing one thing every day that makes you happy. Whether it is taking a walk, painting a picture, or calling a friend, find joy in every day. Take a moment to appreciate the world around you — a beautiful sunset, the scent of a flower. “Get out of your own head and look out the window.” Finally, there is one last step in living a more positive life and that is sharing it with others. Nothing feels better than doing something nice for someone else. It could be as little as a compliment or holding the door for a stranger. Volunteer your time with a local organization, donate clothing to a charity. Do a good deed for a neighbor or spend time with a friend who is going through a tough time. When you come home from work, greet your spouse and kids with a positive attitude, even if your day did not go as planned. Always greet everyone with a smile and kind word, it will uplift both of you. Savage says it is challenging to break a negative pattern, but it is possible to forge new tracks and follow the road you want to travel. “I tell people it is hard, it takes diligence and it is worth it.” So, as good old Honest Abe would advise, make up your mind and choose happiness. n Robin Stoloff, was the Health Reporter for NBC 40 for more almost 30 years. Her mission is to help others take an active role in their own health. She now hosts of her own radio program, “Living Well with Robin Stoloff” on Lite Rock 96.9, WFPG FM (A Townsquare Media Company) on Sunday mornings from 9-11 AM. Robin talks with local experts about health, fitness, nutrition, and so much more. You’ll also hear her “Health Update” segments throughout the day on the five Atlantic City Townsquare stations. See videos of her guests and get more help tips at literock969.com — click Health Update. Learn how to live a better, longer and healthier life with Robin Stoloff’s “Living Well” program and “Health Update” features.
HEALTH & MEDICAL PROFILES 2015
A Healthy Dose of Compassion Through passion and dedication, Dr. Salaam Alobeidy changes the lives of his patients By Felicia Lowenstein Niven Photo by Eric Weeks
IF YOU’VE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM breathing, if you’ve never felt the real fear that comes from trying to suck in a breath of lifesaving oxygen, chances are that you take it for granted. After all, breathing is one of those functions that happen automatically. We don’t even think about it, unless we have to. But for those of us who do have to think about it — because we have asthma or COPD or other respiratory disorders — dedicated specialists like Salaam Alobeidy, M.D. are a blessing. Dr. Alobeidy is one of those rare individuals who bring together passion and expertise to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s what he believes medicine should be about — not money, not success, but a real altruistic desire to help. Yet he came to this career from a very different — and much more pragmatic — perspective. “When I was young, I was very interested in science, especially in light and energy,” he said. “But in Bagdad where I was living, there wasn’t a future in that field. Therefore, I turned instead to medicine. I knew that if I became a doctor, it would be a career that would be valuable in times of war and peace, and whatever the economic situation.” Initially, his focus was trauma, surgery, and critical care — highly stressful and often life-anddeath situations where he was trained in lifesaving skills. After earning his medical degree from the University of Bagdad College of Medicine, he ventured stateside because opportunities in the U.S. were abundant. He completed a Fellowship at Winthrop-University Hospital (New York), and Residencies at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital (Chicago) and Catholic Health Partners (Chicago). As a result, he is certified in General Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Anatomic Pathology. His practice, American Sleep & Pulmonary Medicine, is based in Galloway. Dr. Alobeidy is affiliated with AtlantiCare, but works at all the major
area hospitals and with a variety of specialists associated with his areas of medicine. “Pulmonologists work closely with cardiologists,” he said, “because if a patient is short of breath, it could be the lungs or the heart or both." As a pulmonologist, he treats the full range of ailments of the lungs and respiratory system. This includes asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis, chest infections, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease, and malignancies. “If it’s cancer, I’ll work closely with a team of specialists, an oncologist and a surgeon for example, to treat the patient." Because sleep disorders are often related to breathing, it was a natural extension of the practice. In that area, he treats patients with sleep apnea, issues with circadian rhythms, insomnia, abnormal sleep behavior, and seizure disorders that affect sleep. What distinguishes his approach is the fact that he gives the patients a “voice” in diagnosis and treatment. “I listen to them and I trust that what they are telling me is right,” he said. “I take every single complaint seriously and I keep digging until I find the answer. One of my greatest rewards is the smile on my patient’s face when we’re successful in diagnosing and treating the problem.” About half of his patients are referred by other physicians; the other half find out about Dr. Alobeidy via word of mouth. “I don’t advertise,” he said. “In advertising, the whole purpose is to make money. That’s not my focus. I entered the field of medicine to help, and that’s my greatest reward.” That dedication translates to an incredible work ethic. Dr. Alobeidy is on call 24-hours-day, sevendays-a-week. Patients get him personally and not a covering doctor. “It’s important that I’m reachable,” he said. “These patients are in my care. Why would I hand them over to someone else who may not
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know them?” Providing a thorough and quality treatment has been a hallmark of the practice since Dr. Alobeidy opened it in 2007. His wife Lauren works alongside him. She was there to help him start the practice as a family friend, and it ended up in a longstanding relationship. The couple has two children: Leila, age five; and Adam, age three-and-a-half. Between work and parenting, that doesn’t leave a lot of time for hobbies. But when time permits, Dr. Alobeidy enjoys bicycling, swimming, and painting. He once painted an interesting part of the anatomy during his training in pathology. “It helped me to visualize it, and it made it into the patient’s chart,” he noted. Dr. Alobeidy is accepting new patients. His office is located at 54 West Jimmie Leeds Rd., Suite 4-5, Galloway, NJ 08205. The office is open from 9 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (609)404-0056. n
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Feel Good By Molly Golubcow
Breathe, Stretch, Soar Experience aerial yoga and learn to fly Yoga is an ancient Hindu discipline using breathing, simple meditation, and specific body poses and stretches to achieve health and relaxation. Ranging from Bikram (hot and sweaty) to Restorative (simple and relaxing), there are many yoga schools and philosophies to experience. In the last few years, aerial yoga has literally risen to the top as a safe and fun way to perform traditional yoga positions. Swinging Good Time So what exactly is aerial yoga? As the name implies, you are not on the floor, but rather in the air suspended in a silk-fabric hammock. The rig, which supports up to 2,000 pounds, consists of two support chains fixed into the ceiling, webbing strap, a silk hammock, and carabineers. Like a Cirque de Soleil acrobat, the colorful and graceful “swing� cradles the weight of your body, fully or partially depending on the move or stretch. Based on your comfort level, the hammock can be as little as 10 inches off the ground to several feet. You can keep your hammock small and still or open wide and swinging. Whatever you choose, you can perform non-impact movements on your body that leave you feeling taller, lighter, and refreshed. There are different aerial yoga programs for different tastes and exercise goals. Some are very yoga centric, while others are more circus-based strength exercises, and others are dance-based offering more flow. Some instructors add a touch of Pilates to strengthen the core. Regardless of the approach, suspended in a hammock of silk adds an element of fun and sensual movements to the exercise session. 12 September Issue 2015 | LIFESTYLE REPORT njlifestyleonline.com
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In addition to fun, aerial has a place for everyone — regardless of age or yoga experience. According to Melissa Holzman Goldstein, owner/ instructor, NJ Yoga Zone studio in Margate, “One of the wonderful attributes of using the yoga hammock is the adaptability for people of various ability levels. Beginners can use the hammock to help hold positions in place, while seasoned practitioners are often surprised by the challenges of aerial yoga.” To Swing or Not to Swing Deciding what yoga practice is best for you and your body is a personal choice. However, keep in mind that aerial yoga works on anti-gravity principals cocooning your body — supporting the neck, back, and shoulders without pressure on muscles and joints; a plus for people who want to push their workout a bit without hurting their body. Think of the pressure your back, abs, and neck exert while doing sit ups — not so when cradled and suspended by the hammock. In addition, aerial yoga is perfect for people with existing body issues, like back pain, since it allows the spine to lengthen without any pressure. Holzman Goldstein explains, “People always comment on how much better their back feels after class. In addition to decompressing the spine, aerial yoga helps to increase flexibility and strength, as well as bring greater awareness of your body.” More Popular by the Minute Aerial yoga, which originated in New York City about four years ago, seems to be taking the world by storm. Because the hammock is safe and comfortable, it is an attractive and adaptable method to practice yoga moves. There are some students that take it nice and easy, while others feel comfortable enough to do inverted moves suspended from the hammock — like a head stand without the pressure on your neck and head. The hammock, like a swing or trapeze, supports hips to allow you to bend and stretch a bit more without straining muscles and body. For example, some people find yoga moves like the reverse post, easier to perform in aerial mode as opposed to on the ground. For a visual, picture yourself standing on the floor and lifting one leg as high as you can — a move that may be difficult, wobbly, and impossible for some. Now picture your “tush” cradled by the hammock and your hands holding onto the sides — much easier because you can now stretch and extend farther without falling or over-extending — and at the same time moving with the style and grace usually associated with acrobats. Ventnor resident Jennifer Fretz, NJ Yoga Zone
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student, enjoys the hammock and the extras that it offers to yoga or exercise in general. After her aerial session, she explains, “Aerial gives me more of a challenge — puts me in a different dimension where I can’t be lazy and I really use my core muscles — and it’s like floating at the same time.” Give it a Try According to Holzman Goldstein, who has been a yoga instructor for 14 years, aerial yoga serves as “… a major stress-buster due to its high fun quotient.” You can’t beat that combination of yoga with a sprinkling of acrobatics and lots of fun to improve the mind and body. Currently, NJ Yoga Zone and Hot Bodies Pilates in Absecon are the only local studio offering Aerial Barre and Aerial Yoga. The classes are semi-private and are offered just about daily in the summer. Call NJ Yoga Zone or register online if you want to take a “swing” at it, www. njyogazone.com. Namaste — The Spirit within me salutes the Spirit in you! n njlifestyleonline.com
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Bayfront Beauty
This million-dollar Ocean City home is breathtakingly simple, and simply grand
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troll along any bayfront or beachfront road in a shore town, and you’re likely to see row after row of million-dollar homes, often on tiny lots, in a riot of bombastic styles: Spanish-style castles with stucco walls and terra cotta roofs; Greek Revival palaces with temple-like frames and fluted columns; contemporary big boxes made of concrete, steel and glass; Victorian dollhouses; Tuscan townhomes; and that Jersey Shore favorite, the ubiquitous, all-purpose, outsized sandcastle. They’re all fun. They’re all fabulous. But some people want a home that is spectacular without being showy, grand without being gaudy. Welcome to 2113 Bay Avenue, overlooking the Lagoon in Ocean City. The designers who created this $1.5 million residence had all the advantages: optimal location, exquisite waterfront view, and a footprint that left a little room to breathe. They made the most of it, crafting a five-bedroom, 4.5-bath coastal cottage on the onetime site of a singlefamily rancher. Its simple lines and imposing presence make it a standout in this neighborhood, which is an easy walk from Ocean City’s busy downtown, but far from the madding summer crowds. 14 September Issue 2015 | LIFESTYLE REPORT njlifestyleonline.com
A Simple Plan Out front, massive tapered porch columns in the Craftsman style give the house a substantial, big-shouldered look. “They add a lot of presence, and give you the pop you’re looking for,” says builder and developer Steve Howard, owner of Pinnacle Construction Management in Ocean City. “When we were building the exterior, people driving by would stop, look and take pictures because they may want to do similar things to their own properties.” Like so many other shore homes, the old rancher that once stood here took a beating from Superstorm Sandy. So the new property was reinforced with hurricane-rated windows, structural clips and strapping for extra stability, and a moisture-resistant two-car garage. And no, those are not genuine wood shingles on the exterior, but tough, weather-ready vinyl sides with the look of real cedar or pine. Continuing the rustic look are a timber-lined gabled roof and a stacked-stone base. Of course, the house has plenty of windows to take advantage of that unobstructed harbor view, complete with bobbing sailboats; and for a crowning touch, there’s a cupola up top. This place
would be right at home on Martha’s Vineyard or in the Hamptons, says interior designer and decorator Candice Adler, of Candice Adler Design in Linwood. “It’s all classic,” says Adler. “I don’t like to overdo anything; I prefer to do fewer features, and do them perfectly. When people come to the shore, they want to kick back in a place that’s calm and relaxing.” Easy Does It Inside, muted wall colors include 50 shades of gray, from dove to putty to slate, that are monochromatic but never too cool. Even those quiet shades look crisp and bright against clean white trim, crown molding and built-ins. Perhaps the most arresting feature is the home’s Cape Cod-style bead board walls, which soar into high ceilings (10 feet on the ground floor, and an eye-popping 24 feet on the second floor). The neutral backdrop is guaranteed to work with any kind of design approach, says Adler. “The palette is very soft, almost like beach or sand tones. You could add any kind of furniture or colors here, and it would all work.” Contrasting with the home’s subtle hues are rich espresso-finished wooden floors and doors, a kitchen island topped in deep walnut, and lighting fixtures in dark wrought metals. Adler is especially fond of an ironwork candle chandelier with opalescent beads that “looks like strung jewelry.” Instead of the usual granite surfaces in the bathrooms and powder rooms, she selected quartz countertops in tones of pearl gray and
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LIFEST YLE ARCHITECTURE variegated sand, offset by polishedchrome light fixtures, and occasional sparkling touches like crystal drawer pulls. The showers are walled with 1950s-style subway tiles in variegated grays, with mosaic tiles underfoot. The open floor plan was designed for easy decorating. “It’s laid out perfectly for furniture — all the windows and all the lighting were carefully planned out so the rooms could be easily furnished,” says Adler. “It has a very nice flow for family gatherings, and a calming easy path from one part of the house to the next.” An elevator makes it easy to ferry guests, food or furnishings from the first level to the second. Breathing Space As for the upstairs great room — well, it really lives up to the name. “I’ve built a lot very custom homes, and you don’t
get the living space or the ceiling height you have here,” says Howard. “When you come up here, it’s just like, ‘Whoa.’ It’s massive, and one of the nice things is you can look straight out on the harbor from up here.” Having a party? Start in the great room, then invite your guests onto the deck to enjoy the salt air and tranquil view (the second-story deck could easily seat 10, says Adler). If things heat up, the 10 x 14 in-ground pool in a landscaped backyard is the perfect playground (but don’t look for a florescent blue pool here; in keeping with the interior design, the colors and tones are neutral and natural). When the sun goes down and the night air cools, it’s time to gather around the fireplace, or see the lights of the boardwalk Ferris wheels from a rooftop terrace. Jeff Quintin, of Jeff Quintin Real
Estate in Ocean City, represents the property and also had a hand in some of the design touches. “It’s got a real coastal feel to it,” Quintin says, “but at the same time it’s elegant, with great sweep and sophistication.” Like Howard, he loves the million-dollar view. “That’s why we did the upside-down style, with the kitchen downstairs and the living spaces upstairs — to capture that incredible view of the lagoon.” The goal of the developer, the designer and the agent was to create a space that is “very open, very clean, very fresh, with a coastal flair that can lend itself to any style,” says Adler. “We wanted a house that was modern, but not severe, not cold or standoffish,” agrees Howard, “a house that’s elegant, but also really livable.” Mission accomplished. n
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The Regrets of Regis
Regis and Joy Philbin
R
egis Philbin wishes he could take it all back. Have a do-over. Take a show business mulligan. If he could, he’d hit the rewind button of life and go back to November 18, 2011. When the red light on camera one blinked on, and he was live before millions of Americans, the Everyman of Television would have never, ever said he was retiring from Live with Regis & Kelly. Oh, he would have still left the massively popular live morning television show that’s ruled the ratings during its 25 years in national syndication. But he wouldn’t have used the “r” word. That's because Philbin, 83, really didn’t really retire from the business in which he holds the Guinness World Record for the person who’s spent the most hours in front of a live television camera. Between 25 years of hosting live shows in Los Angeles and another 28 years in New York, Philbin had punched the TV time clock to the tune of 16,746.5 hours by the time he left “Live.” That’s the equivalent of 700 consecutive days — nearly two full years — on the air without a break. “Y’know, I made a mistake. I made a big, large mistake when I said I was retiring. Because everybody heard that,” Philbin says. “And after I said it, and I lived for six months, I thought, ‘Gee, I wouldn’t mind going back (to television) to do something.’ But everybody though I’d retired.” “But you did tell your agent you didn’t want to do another live, daily show,” his wife, Joy Philbin, reminds her husband during a phone call from the couple’s Manhattan home. “You said you just can’t do it anymore. (You didn’t) want to do mornings again. That’s the reason you had to (leave the show).” “True, true,” her husband muses. “I had to go. It was time.” Chatting with the Philbins isn’t a typical interview designed to promote a concert appearance, like the one they did at Resorts Casino Hotel earlier this summer. When the couple begins talking among
By David J. Spatz
Below, David Spatz joined Regis Philbin when he brought The Morning Show — the predecessor of Live — to the Atlantic City beach for a week of live broadcasts in the summer of 1985
Philbin on Live with Regis & Kelly
themselves, it’s like eavesdropping on a dinner table conversation as they speak candidly to one another, almost oblivious to the fact that a nosey reporter — who’s also their friend — is listening in. Philbin really does regret saying he was retiring, because it likely cost him some opportunities to spread his wings once he was free from the shackles of a live morning talk show. But it’s not like he’s disappeared over the past four years. He’s been a frequent guest on other talk shows, including regular appearances on his pal David Letterman’s late-night CBS show before Letterman hung up his microphone in May. The man everyone, including his wife, affectionately calls Reeg is also a big sports fan and a passionate booster of Notre Dame football. So the six months he spent hosting the short-lived Fox Sports program “Crowd Goes Wild” was right in his Fighting Irish wheelhouse. And earlier this year, he filled in for two nights on “The Late Late Show” during the transition between former host Craig Ferguson and his successor, James Corden. There were some substantial differences between his morning show duties and working a late-night talk show, even if just for a couple of nights. “(The nighttime show) gave you a lot of time during the day to plan what you were going to do that evening,” he says. “But mornings, when you wake up, boy, you’d better be ready because at 9 (AM), you’ve got to go on the air. So I ad-libbed practically everything in the morning.” “I’ve always thought you were better at night, Reeg,” Joy, a singer and television personality in her own right, tells her husband with a winkwink hint of a double entendre. Regis Francis Xavier Philbin’s career in television has been a long and eclectic ride that began during the early years of the medium. Born and raised in the Bronx in New York City, he graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1953 with a sociology degree, served as a supply officer in the Navy and then landed his first show business gig as a page to Steve Allen, the multi-faceted entertainer who was the creator and original host of The Tonight Show. When Allen turned over the late-night talk show to Jack Parr, Philbin remained with the program and actually became its announcer in 1962, right before Parr turned over the reigns of the show to Johnny Carson. His move from behind the cameras to in front of them came when he
launched The Regis Philbin Show on a San Diego, Ca. television station. With virtually no budget to pay writers, Philbin developed a showopening routine in which he’d engage both the live and viewing audiences with an extended ad-libbed segment that would follow him throughout his career. He’d talk, spontaneously and extemporaneously, about the previous day and night — what he did, where he went to dinner, shows or movies he saw and people he met. The unscripted segment didn’t have a name, but eventually became known to staff and audience alike as “host chat.” Philbin stepped into the national television spotlight in 1967, when he became second banana to comedian Joey Bishop when ABC tried to wrestle late-night ratings away from Carson on rival network NBC. Philbin was to Bishop what Ed McMahon was to Carson. During the 1970s, Philbin teamed up with Sarah Purcell and then Cyndi Garvey and took the bottom-dwelling show A.M. Los Angeles to the top of the ratings. After an 18-month stint hosting a late-morning variety series for NBC, Philbin relocated to New York and launched the local program The Morning Show on WABC. The program caught on with viewers and eventually morphed into Live with Regis & Kathie Lee (Gifford) and later Live with Regis & Kelly (Ripa) when the program became nationally syndicated in 1988. After he finished his morning program each day, Philbin wasn’t exactly finished with his work day. To the contrary, he was just getting warmed up. The more popular Live became, the more the offers poured in host a number of other high-profile specials and shows, perhaps none more so than as the host of the original version of the prime-time game show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. But wait, there’s more. On weekends, Philbin and Gifford, during her years with Live, would perform live shows in theaters and casino showrooms around the country. After getting his feet wet as a live entertainer as an opening act in Atlantic City for artists like Don Rickles and Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme, Philbin blossomed into casino box office gold as a headliner. He became every bit the high-roller attraction as people like Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. When Gifford left the TV show, Philbin replaced her on his concert bill with soap opera star Susan Lucci or his wife, Joy, who was an established singer and television personality in her own right. njlifestyleonline.com
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Because he has more than 50 years of television experience from which to draw, Philbin laments the changes in the medium, particularly in the late-night hours. When his pal David Letterman walked away from The Late Show this spring, the golden era of that 11:30 PM time slot went with him, Philbin says. With four years of non-retirement experience, Philbin says he offered Letterman a little advice when the iconic late-night host announced he was leaving the CBS show, which once traded number one rating punches with Jay Leno’s The Tonight Show. Letterman’s final show was May 20. Although it was never publicly acknowledged, sources inside the television industry said Letterman and CBS each realized that the demographics of late-night TV were changing. Younger hosts like Jimmy Fallon, 40, who took over “The Tonight Show” from Leno, and Jimmy Kimmel, 47, began gaining ratings traction over Letterman, who’s 68. Philbin’s idea for Letterman would have kept him on nighttime television, but away from the weekday late-night ratings wars. “I said to him, ‘Look, you don’t have to work five days a week. But if you work on Sunday night, maybe CBS would carry you from 10 to 11 PM. And you just do the show you’re doing now,’” Philbin explains. “It’s the same thing — you’ve got guests, you’ve got people singing, you’ve got a little band, but it’s just one night, not five. It’s perfect.” Letterman was typically noncommittal with his response, Philbin says. The show that Regis and Joy Philbin brought to Resorts in late June is one they’ve been doing for years. It’s reminiscent of a line used in an old episode of The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Mary and the gang attended the funeral of Chuckles the Clown and eulogized the clown by describing his act as “a little song, a little dance, a little seltzer down your pants.” The Philbins opened the program together with some song and some shtick, then each took a solo turn in the spotlight before closing the program together. Philbin is still doing a signature bit in which he pulls 12 women from the audience, assigns them each a month of the year, and then sings the 1960 Neil Sedaka hit single “Calendar Girl.” Joy Philbin says her husband’s decision to step aside from morning television has only made their 45-marriage even better, because it gives them the freedom they never could have enjoyed if he were still anchored to the grind of a daily program. “It’s a lot of fun, and now that Reeg isn’t doing the (morning) show, we can take the show different places and spend more time there,” Joy Philbin explains. “We did the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach last winter, and then we spent another week there after the show. We could have never done that if Regis was still doing ‘Live.’” n
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MONEYWATCH By Robert T. Martin, CFA, CFP®
Rising Interest Rates and the Effect on Your Portfolio IN 1981, THE YIELD ON A 10-YEAR U.S. TREASURY PEAKED AT OVER 15%. Over the last 30 years, fixed income investors have largely experienced a “bull market” for bonds as yields have consistently fallen, bottoming out in July, 2012 at 1.46%. With the Federal Reserve taking unprecedented monetary policy action through the setting of the federal funds target rate between 0% and 0.25%, coupled with their now completed bond purchases of $85 billion monthly, rates didn’t have much room to fall further. As the Fed eventually raises the fed funds rate, what effect will investors see on their portfolios? It is widely known that as bond yields rise, bond prices will fall. An investor who purchases a hypothetical bond today yielding 2% will earn $20 of interest annually per $1,000 par value bond. If yields were to rise to 3%, an investor can now earn $30 of interest per $1,000 par value, therefore making the 2% bond less valuable, resulting in a reduction in price. Investors today face heightened interest rate risk, the risk that rising yields will make their fixed interest rate bonds less valuable, as the first Fed rate hike is believed to be only months away. Janet Yellen, chairwoman of the Federal Reserve, in a June 2015 speech, stated that considerable progress has been made towards the goal of maximum employment, however more progress needs to be seen before the committee is comfortable raising rates. It is now anticipated that the first rate hike could be seen as early as September of this year. Since the low yield on the 10-year Treasury bond three years ago, the aggregate U.S. fixed income market has experienced a slight sell-off, with the yield rising to 2.34% as of 7/17/15. During this three year time frame, the Vanguard Total Bond Market Index (BND) has declined -4.72%, while the iShares Core US Aggregate Bond ETF (AGG) is off -3.39%. Year to Date the funds are down -1.49% and -1.37% respectively, with the 10 YR rate rising from 2.12% at the beginning of the year. Although in the short term the bond market tends to overreact to interest rate moves, it is difficult to forecast the longer term effects of a bond portfolio as several factors come in to play. Principally among these factors are how long the Fed takes to raise interest rates to their target level, the size of the overall interest rate move, and the starting level of rates at the onset of the rate hikes. Since 1994 there have been three periods of rising interest rates. From 2/4/94 – 2/1/95, rates were raised 3% over a 12 month period in seven installments. During the period 6/30/99 – 5/16/00, we saw rates rise 1.75% over a 10-month period through six increases. Finally, the period 6/30/04 – 6/29/06, the Fed raised rates 17 times, resulting in a 4.25% increase over 24 months. The total returns of the Broad Bond Market, as represented by the Barclays Aggregate Bond Index, were positive 0.01%, 2.11%, and 3.09% respectively during the above periods of rising rates. The Federal Reserve has maintained its commitment to keep interest
rates low as the economy recovers, and had originally stated it will not begin to raise interest rates until the unemployment rate drops to 6.5%. The unemployment rate is currently 5.3%, however there has been little rise in overall inflation, and more importantly, wage inflation, which has delayed the rate hike. When the Fed does start raising rates, it is believed they will do so in a gradual manner over a long period of time to help stabilize the markets. One unique difference today verses the past three rate hikes is the much lower starting yield on the 10-year treasury. The starting yields during the last three rate hikes were 5.87%, 5.78%, and 4.58%. The income earned by investors during these periods helped cushion the price declines from rising rates contributing to positive total returns. The lower yield in today’s environment may increase the likelihood investors will experience a negative total return in their traditional bond portfolios. It is important for investors to remain diversified within their fixed income portfolios, allocating their assets among different bond categories. Floating rate, high yield, convertible, and unconstrained bond fund managers can all provide diversification benefits to the traditional government and corporate bonds. Alternative asset classes — such as real estate, MLPs, and commodities — can add additional benefits as these asset classes carry lower correlation to both bonds and equities. It is even more important to keep in mind that rising interest rates signify the economy is improving. As seen from recent rate hikes, total returns across the Aggregate Bond Market have been positive, and, although investors may initially see their principal value fall as rates rise, their overall total return when factoring in income received may not be as bad as most predict. On the equity side, it is important to note that during the 21 periods of rising rates since 1970, the cumulative return of the S&P 500 during those periods has been positive 16 times, with eight of them positive by double digits. The worst cumulative return came during the rising rates between November 1981 and February 1982 when the S&P 500 returned a -5.47%. All investors should review their current portfolios to determine whether their expected risk/reward tradeoff is in line with their financial goals. n Tom Reynolds, CPA & Matt Reynolds CPA, CFP® (Co-Managing Partners, CRA Financial) Francis C. Thomas CPA, PFS (Investment Advisor) 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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On Wheels By ELAINE ROSE
Maserati Alfieri coupe
Making Giant Waves IT WILL NOT APPEAR IN DEALERS’ SHOWROOMS for a year or so, but the Maserati Alfieri coupe is already making giant waves among automotive enthusiasts. It’s easy to see why. The Alfieri is sleek and curvaceous, yet boldly masculine. The car practically dares you to get behind the wheel and put the pedal to the metal. (If you can’t resist that temptation, we suggest the highways of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming, where traffic is sparse and the speed limit is 75 mph.)
Originally produced as a concept car to celebrate Maserati’s centennial, the Alfieri has already won design awards. The classic Italian automaker is slating production of this dream machine for the 2016 model year, in part, to return to its roots as a manufacturer of luxury sports cars. A convertible version is scheduled for release in 2017. The May issue of Car and Driver names the Alfieri as one of twenty-
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The well-anticipated arrival of the Maserati Alfieri
five cars worth waiting for. The Alfieri is “all tension and drama,” and is expected to compete with the Jaguar F-type, the Mercedes AMG GT, and the Porsche 911, wrote reviewer Eric Tingwall. He quoted Maserati CEO Harald Wester as saying the Alfieri is “adorable handcrafted imperfection,” and less boring than its German counterparts. The base price will be about $100,000. But that’s still in the future, and the Alfieri is the crown jewel of a hundred years of Maserati history. Alfieri Maserati and his brothers Ettore and Ernesto opened their workshop in December 1914 in Bologna, Italy. In fact, the autograph displayed on the rear of the Alfieri concept car is a copy of the signature on the application for the license to open. For the first three decades or so, Maserati made only race cars. Its first street automobile was the A6 1500 coupe, introduced in 1947. Fast forward to the 1990s, and Maserati found itself in more than a bit of financial difficulty. The company had had several owners, and sold fewer than 400 cars in the previous twenty years. Italian attorney Giovanni Agnelli bought the company in 1993, and overhauled the entire operation. With the success of the Ghibli and Quattroporte sedans, by 2007, Maserati was once again operating in the black. The company sold 15,400 cars in 2013, up 150% from the previous year’s sales figures. As the company’s centennial approached, executives decided to make a concept car to reflect the fact that Maserati is still a sportscar manufacturer at heart. It would be named the Alfieri, after the most prominent of the Maserati brothers. The car was designed at the Maserati Centro Stile in Turin, Italy, with Marco Tencone at the helm, assisted by exterior chief designer Giovanni Ribotta and project manager Lorenzo Ramaciotti. About fifteen designers were part of the project. As part of the design process, Tencone, Ramaciotti, and some of their staff visited the Collezione Umberto Panini, a private collection
of Maserati cars in Modena, Italy. They were most impressed with the 1953 Maserati A6 GCS Berlinetta coupe, only four of which were sold. But the company describes it as “a thoroughbred racing machine and masterpiece of automotive design.” “To me, it was a living sculpture,” Tencone said. “This is my sense of design. It was a pure designer’s car. It was a car of extreme proportions.” Not satisfied to simply modernize the A6 GCS, the design team essentially started from scratch. The process evolved from paper-andpencil sketches to computer designs to an actual car — all in the space of three months. It was not clear at the time whether the Alfieri would be produced for sale to the public. “Its stylistic paradigm represents our goals for Maserati in the future,” Ramaciotti said in a video on the company’s website. “It’s like a seed for the future.” The car is typical of classic and recent Maserati creations, with warm surfaces and a depth that requires some of the production to be done by hand, Ribotta said. The process of designing the Alfieri “set us on a path towards what will be the future of Maserati design,” Tencone said. “Very sober, both elegant and sporty at the same time.” There was so much secrecy behind the creation of the Alfieri concept car, even some Maserati executives were not aware that the vehicle was under construction. Of course, not a whiff of the scent got out to the automotive press, which is unusual in these days of the Internet and corporate espionage. Thus, the Alfieri wowed all in attendance when it made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2014. The concept car, built on a GranTourismo platform, is 180.7 inches (more than fifteen feet) long, seventy-six inches wide, and 50.4 inches high, with an extra-long hood and minimal cargo space behind the rear seats. “Candy cane” tail lights have two red elements framing an
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interior white light. The aluminum wheels have a diameter of twenty inches in front and twenty-one inches in the rear and 1950s style spokes. The chosen design was a liquid-metallic exterior color called “Steel Flair,” and an interior of Luna white leather with dark Basalt blue trim. It’s a four-seater, with the front accommodating the driver and one passenger, and the compact rear cabin holding two more. Almost immediately after the Alfieri’s debut, the accolades started pouring in. Covering the 2014 Geneva Motor Show for the New York Daily News, Nick Kurczewski called the Alfieri “curvaceous and sensual” and “achingly beautiful,” adding “it makes everything else look dull and dreary.” If the Alfieri goes to production, “if it looks anything like this concept car, Maserati is going to have to fight back a horde of well-heeled car buyers,” Kurczewski wrote.
In March of this year, the Alfieri won the 2014 Concept Car of the Year award in a competition sponsored by Car Design News. The honor was presented at a gathering of automotive designers in Geneva. “The design of sports cars with fine volumes and beautiful proportions is something Italian car design has long excelled at, but the Alfieri’s more contemporary design elements have been executed with impeccable judgment,” Car Design News editor Owen Ready said when the award was announced. “The result is a classic Italian sports car, which is utterly modern.” Maserati soon decided to manufacture the Alfieri for sale, but will produce fewer cars than its other models. Few details are available about the 2016 Alfieri, and the Maserati website remains mum. But it is rumored to be a slightly toned-down version of the concept car, with a 3.0-liter
turbocharged V6 engine and eightspeed automatic transmission. Instead of topping a GranTourismo base, the Alfieri will be built on a revision of the platform that holds the Quattroporte and the Ghibli. The basic model will have a 410-horsepower engine with rear-wheel drive. Purchasers can upgrade to a 450or 520-horsepower engine, which will come in all-wheel drive. But that’s all we know for now. Maserati will release more details prior to the scheduled formal introduction of the Alfieri at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. If the thought of owning the Alfieri is intriguing, the nearest authorized dealers are in Palmyra and Oakhurst. Meanwhile, you can start checking automotive magazines and the Maserati website in the fall. Judging by the reviews of the concept car, you will not be disappointed. n
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By Michelle Dawn Mooney
My Dream Concert 15 Years in the Making How a flat tire, store mix-up, and smeared makeup led to my love of country music.
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tlantic City has quite a few things going on this summer, including some pretty big stars set to take the stage. One of the most-highly anticipated headliners, Rascal Flatts, will soon be front and center on the region’s biggest outdoor arena, the beach. The excitement is just like I dreamed it would be ... 15 years ago. Let me explain. The story starts back in the summer of 2000, when I was, without a doubt, NOT a country fan. Little did I know that would all change on a random day in August, when a friend I was supposed to meet for coffee at the local Borders was running late. Killing time, I started working my way through the listening stations to see if any CDs struck my fancy. As a singer/songwriter, I was always intrigued with the discovery of new music and found myself drawn to a cover with an unfamiliar name, Rascal Flatts. The first song had amazing harmonies and a very catchy hook, although it was definitely a change of pace from the traditional top 40 music I was accustomed to hearing. Songs #2 and #3 flew by as I scanned the back of the CD to learn more about the trio. I liked it, but it didn’t sound like pop music. A few minutes later, I discovered why. Someone working there was clearly confused when they set this particular album in this particular section, as I soon came to the realization that it was in the (gasp) country section. “But I hate country music,” I thought. “Don’t I?” After discovering my friend wasn’t coming due to a flat tire, I checked out with my new “country music” find and headed to get my passport photo taken. It was a quick ride to the county building, but I was eager to hear as much of the album as I could along the way. Things were fine until #7, a tender ballad about destined love written by the group’s Jay DeMarcus. Tears were streaming. Who didn’t dream of finding that perfect love? The song was beautiful. The mascara running down my face was not … especially for picture day. I must have played the CD a dozen times over the next few days. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I was flipping through
Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatt's (left) with author
the TV channels and stumbled upon a music video for their first single, “Prayin for Daylight.” Who knew country artists had videos? It was a whole new world and, surprisingly, I really liked it. Suddenly I was listening to country radio and even started writing country songs. I told everyone I knew about this new group, Rascal Flatts, who I could only hope would one day come to Atlantic City. Around this time, the number of big name artists who ventured past Philadelphia to perform closer to the shore were few and far between. So I came up with this corny SNL-like skit I thought might just be crazy enough to bring Rascal Flatts to our area. With the help of some co-workers during our post-newscast dinner break, I stood before the green screen and implored Gary, Jay, and Joe Don to “Save Atlantic City” from the horrifying fate ... of going without live country music. I never sent it (which probably saved me from a restraining order), but as it turned out, I didn’t need to. Before I knew it, Rascal Flatts were opening for Jo Dee Messina at an area casino. The show was great, but meeting them afterwards was even better. However, the picture taken with Jay was another story. That “photo tip” of opening your eyes a little wider before you smile to avoid squinting can definitely backfire. (So afraid I was going to blow the photo op, I followed the advice I heard about opening your eyes wider before you smile so you don't squint. Yeah, they were wide alright ... can you say “deer in headlights,” (see photo above.) So here we are, 15 years later, and while Rascal Flatts have headlined Atlantic City before, this time it’s different. Now they are taking the biggest stage around during our area’s busiest season. The group that turned me on to country music, sparked my love of country songwriting, and led to my first opening gig for a big country act in Atlantic City, is playing a huge role in my hometown. What an honor. Yes, Rascal Flatts; “God bless the broken road (and the friend’s flat tire) that led me straight to your CD.” n njlifestyleonline.com
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Restaurant Report By Alyson Boxman Levine
A Cut Above
Savor the juicy flavors of a world-class steakhouse at the seashore
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IN ANY POPULAR SEASIDE CITY, you’ll find a bevy of steakhouses; but few restaurants rise above the masses and consistently serve worldclass selections. In Atlantic City, Gallagher’s Steakhouse is that standout; the one soaring head-and-shoulders above the rest. Located on the second floor of Resorts Casino Hotel and expertly managed by Rosalina Iannucci, the nine-year-old location has newcomers and regulars alike sing the praises of Executive Chef Sergio Soto’s offerings. In 1927, the original Gallagher’s Steakhouse opened in New York City, and was the first restaurant to serve the N.Y. Strip Steak. Gallagher’s Atlantic City continues to uphold that longtime tradition, offering the finest aged beef, which is actually dry-aged for 21 days to insure tenderness. This summer, from 5-7 PM, Gallagher’s is featuring a prix fix dinner special. From Sunday through Thursday, a wonderful three-course meal is being offered for $55 per person. The menu features mouth-watering appetizers, like Crabmeat-stuffed Mushrooms, Clam Chowder, and Apple Gorgonzola Salad; to delicious entrees, including 16-oz Boneless Prime Rib, Pan-roasted Salmon, and Grilled Pork Tenderloin; to decadent desserts, like Chocolate Mousse Cake and Crème Bruleé. Described by Donna McCarthy, Director of Operations, as “the hardest working man I ever met,” Chef Soto loves what he does. Born in Mexico, he began his culinary journey in Orlando working for the Walt Disney World Resort. Once in New Jersey, Soto continued his craft under the tutelage of longtime restaurateur Angelo Duva. It was through Duva’s quest for the freshest ingredients and dedication to customer service that he began to perfect his talent for vibrant and innovative culinary dishes. Soto’s passion for quality and detail, and his farm-to-table specials, make dining at Gallagher’s always deliciously fun and exciting. Across from the restaurant is Gallagher’s Burger Bar, where Gallagher’s signature dry-aged sirloin burgers are cooked over a wood fire. According to McCarthy, the Burger Bar has undergone an exciting renovation and is expected to be completed in August. “We are the first restaurants you hit when you walk out of the new conference center,” explains McCarthy, “so we felt it was time for a facelift.” Through the new conference center, Resorts — currently managed by Mohegan Gaming Advisors — is looking to diversify beyond slot machines and table games. The $9.4 million expansion will bring an additional 12,000 square feet of event space, including 11 new conference rooms. Upon completion, Resorts will feature 17 meeting rooms, three ballrooms, and a multi-purpose showroom all on one floor; providing easy access and customer convenience for the convention and trade show business. “This expansion plan furthers the repositioning of Resorts,” said Mark Giannantonio, President and CEO, Resorts Casino Hotel. “The company continues to make smart investments that will transform the property into a more vibrant, profitable destination with offerings well beyond casino gambling.” n Resorts Casino Hotel • Atlantic City, NJ 609-340-6555 • arkrestaurants.com
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Old World Charm
By Felicia Lowenstein Niven
Enter Barista’s Coffee House and be deliciously transported across the pond THE COFFEE ALONE IS REASON enough to come to Barista’s in Central Square, Linwood. Those ultra-fresh beans, the perfect grind, that flawless coffee-to-water ratio, and the optimum brewing temperature all combine to create what patrons have dubbed the “Best Cup of Coffee in Town.” So yes, the coffee is reason enough to venture into Barista’s Coffee Shop. But it’s everything else that will make you want to return again and again. Owners Debbie and Mark Becker sought to create an Old World European experience, with rich hardwoods, artisan furnishings, column accents, and greenery. The whole effect is reminiscent of a town square in Tuscany, Italy, which is fitting — after all, what better place to gather with friends and catch up on news? An area to one side offers leather couches where you can simply sink into some quiet relaxation. Maybe that was the inspiration for Barista’s tagline, “Time Stands Still at Barista’s.” The beverage menu is extensive and includes the full range of espresso drinks — more than the average coffee house. Then, there are the teas, the flavored steamers, brewed coffee, frappes, smoothies featuring 100% crushed fruit, and more. There’s also an ample menu that’s ever-changing,
based on customer favorites. The Huevos Rancheros (Mexican eggs) are a house favorite, and consist of refried beans with two eggs nestled in homemade salsa, sliced Queso Fresco cheese, served with Chorizo sausage, corn tortillas, avocado, and cilantro. If there’s anything you want to alter about the dish — such as no cilantro — just ask. Everything is cooked to order. If you’re seeking something sweeter, Bananas Foster French Toast is another favorite. For lunch, the shrimp sandwich is earning rave reviews, and there are plans to add Angus beef burgers. Save room for dessert; there’s also Italian gelato, pies, cakes, and gourmet pastries. Debbie is the chief cook, and approaches the menu as if she’s cooking for family — her Barista family, of course! Barista’s is a labor of love for both Debbie and Mark, so you’ll always find them there. And because they don’t get to take a vacation, they’ve challenged their guests to send them photos from their trips, displaying the sign, “I Miss My Barista’s Coffee House, Linwood, NJ.” Email photos to baristascoffeehouse@hotmail.com and your drink is on the house when you return! The coffee house, previously located in Galloway, has found its home in Linwood. It’s located at 199 New Road
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DINING Gallery Blue Water Grille 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.
60 N. Maine Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-343-7447 fantasearesorts.com Located on the 7th floor of FantaSea’s Flagship Resort, the Blue Water Grille is reinventing itself under the direction of Yianni Papaspanos, Director, Food and Beverage, and Executive Chef A. Juliano Cannuscio. Amazing views abound as the well-trained servers offer American Mediterranean cuisine with Italian influences. Dine on their delicious selections as you enjoy the magnificent ambiance.
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.
Joseph's Restaurant at Renault Winery
Ventura's Offshore Cafe
2015 Shore Road, Northfield, NJ 609-641-5158 venturascafe.com Ventura's is a family restaurant and sportsman's bar with a cozy hometown atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again. From their famous mussels marinara to their award-winning filet mignon, to their simply delicious gourmet pan pizzas, they offer fresh homemade meals to please everyone's palate.
A Touch of Italy
6629 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Twp. 609-641-1855 touchofitaly.net A Touch of Italy offers the finest quality of food and service. Each meal served is cooked to order. A friendly and pleasurable atmosphere will make your visit a memorable one. Established in 1981 with more than 31 years of experience, this restaurant, banquet facility, and lounge serves only the finest natural veal, steaks, poultry, pasta, seafood and brick-oven pizza.
72 Bremen Avenue, Egg Harbor City, NJ 609-965-2111 renaultwinery.com Open since 2001, Joseph's Restaurant at Renault Winery has become a local favorite of the Atlantic County area. The continued patronage speaks volumes to the flavors that Chef Joe DeGennaro creates, which combines his unique flair and traditions. The food quality and atmosphere are surpassed by none. The Milza family commits themselves to the highest level of service and customer satisfaction. Whether you choose Italian, seafood, premium steaks or a burger, you are sure to be pleased. Try their diverse flavors and experience their amazing ambiance in a unique setting.
Maplewood
470 White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 6126 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ 609-561-9621, 609-625-1181 joesmaplewood.com For almost 70 years, Joe Italiano’s Maplewood has been known for its consistently great food! They believe that freshness and loving preparation are keys to satisfied customers. They have high standards for their food. Consistency can and should be expected. Food is fresh, salads are made to order, and pasta is boiled right before sauce is poured over it. “Gravy” or red sauce is made fresh daily and is loved by the locals in the area. They only use the finest ingredients at the Original Maplewood. Two locations — Same Great Food. Your Choice.
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 restaurant.
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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.
Barista’s Coffee House
199 New Road Ste. 10, Central Square, Linwood 609-904-2990 baristascoffeehouse.com Owners Mark and Debbie Becker have created the perfect “neighborhood” atmosphere coffee house. Brewing up more than just coffee, customers come back time and time again for Barista’s espresso, tea breakfast, Liege waffles, Brussels waffles, gourmet desserts, and Italian gelato. Once you walk through the doors, you instantly become part of the “Barista’s Family”. Open Mon. - Fri., 7 AM-6 PM and Sat., 8 AM-6 PM.
Tomatoes
9300 Amherst Avenue, Margate, NJ 609-822-7535 tomatoesofmargate.com A favorite of chefs and foodies who are impressed with the location, food, and view of the Margate Bay. The elegant and refined atmosphere includes a bar area, sushi bar, private meeting and dining rooms in addition to the main dining room. Trendy with a high-end, eclectic American fare and sushi, plus a happening bar scene. Excellent fresh fish, wonderful sauces and impressive desserts.
Angeloni’s II
2400 Arctic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-344-7875 angelonis.com Offering the finest Italian-American cuisine in the Atlantic City area. This family owned and operated business has been preparing the finest ItalianAmerican entrees in the greater NJ area for over 40 years. Angeloni’s II surrounds you in a warm and elegant ambiance fitting the fine dining you will be sure to enjoy.
JOSEPH’S RESTAURANT
Roberta’s by Joe Muldoon
1205 Tilton Road, Northfield, NJ 609-677-0470 robertasbyjoemuldoon.com A young Joseph Muldoon found his passion for food early on; while still at a tender age he began to work in the kitchen of New Jersey country club, Scotland Run. It was through this experience that Chef Joseph knew he wanted to pursue a career in the culinary field, but wasn’t sure what institution would allow his creativity to flourish. Almost in time to celebrate his 28th birthday, Muldoon opened his first independent restaurant, Roberta’s, at the intersection of Tilton and New roads in Northfield. Named for his mother, a home economics teacher whom he credits for instilling in him a love of cooking.
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CASINO DINING RESORTS
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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Phillips Seafood
Broadway Burger Bar
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.
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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“BEST VIEW IN TOWN!”
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.
HARRAH'S
Sammy D's Harrah's Resort, 777 Harrah's Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-5402 sammyds.com Sammy D’s is an all-you-could-ask-for eatery from culinary sensation Chef Sam DeMarco! At Sammy D’s, a retro restaurant, bar and lounge, Chef DeMarco takes East Coast favorites to the next level with his Philly Cheese Steak Dumplings, Lollipop Wings, SAM-'Whiches and Craft Drafts. Before hitting the boardwalk, or the jackpot, pull up a chair or grab a stool and relax at Sammy D's in Harrah's Resort.
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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