Bergen Health & Life July/August 2009 issue

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B E R G E N H E A LT H & LIFE

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Up close with a hometown Rockette

Health Watch ‘What I ate today’: a busy mom’s menu ■

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Exercise pays off—literally

Keep your feet well and pretty!

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“Our team of cardiologists

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STEPHEN ANGELI, MD Holy Name Hospital Cardiologist

Knowledge. Skill. Experience. At Holy Name Hospital, our cardiologists understand heart disease and the importance of finding it early. Along with world-class physicians, we offer diagnostic technology that’s ahead of the curve—including cardiac PET/CT stress testing and CT angiography that can capture detailed images of your heart in just five seconds. If a blockage is diagnosed, our catheterization lab is ready and waiting to remove it at a moment’s notice. All are examples of how deeply we’re committed to healing hearts and saving lives.

To make an appointment with a Holy Name Hospital cardiologist, call 877-HOLY-NAME (465-9626).

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KNOW THE SIGNS OF A HEART ATTACK AND STROKE. IT COULD SAVE A LIFE. The American Heart Association, American Stroke Association and Holy Name Hospital remind you to call 9-1-1 immediately at the signs of a heart attack or stroke. Acting quickly can save a life. Make a note of the time at which these symptoms first appear. It’s vital information for the emergency medical services team and the emergency room.

Signs of a Heart Attack Chest discomfort—Pain commonly occurs in the center of the chest and lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back. It can feel like an uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.

Signs of a Brain Attack or Stroke • Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg—especially if these symptoms occur on one side of the body.

Discomfort in other areas of the upper body— Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.

• Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding

Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.

• Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes

Other signs—Breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness may also be signs of a heart attack.

• Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination • Sudden, severe headache with no known cause

Gender matters—As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, and back or jaw pain.

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Contents

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28 July-August 2009 Features 32 Cover feature /

Bergen’s cover girls

After 100-plus entries, four rounds of elimination and countless hours of deliberation, we arrived at our winners!

42 At home /

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A whole lotta gelato Our pick for the county’s

best is revealed!

24 Flash

Captured moments around the county

Model husband

A Ho-Ho-Kus man’s birthday gift to his wife: a dining room she could hold in her hands— and in her heart.

44 Escapes /

22 Essential Bergen

A shore thing

Visit one of these 7 Jersey coast hot spots and you’ll find more than a picturesque beach.

26 Health watch · Sweet feet · ‘What I ate today’ · It pays to exercise

50 Glorious food Vine & dine Once forbidden fruit, tomatoes are a

modern culinary superstar.

51 Bergen gourmet Mediterranean delight! Head to Hamsa in

Departments 6 Editor’s letter 15 Bergen buzz · A crêpe escape · Pint-sized partners · ‘What I’m listening to ...’ · Blushing beauty · All dolled up · Ridgewood Rose · Puppy love

20 Things we love Flower power Look daisy-fresh in these cheerful

summer sundresses.

Tenafly for Israeli nibbles a cut above those found at most Middle Eastern eateries.

52 Where to eat Your Bergen County dining guide

78 Be there!

Local events you won’t want to miss

80 End notes A chat with ... Kelly Sheerins The 23-year-old Ho-Ho-Kus dancer and cover-girl finalist reveals what it’s like to be a high-kicking Radio City Rockette.

COVER IMAGE : DANIEL SPRINGSTON

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Editor’s LETTER

Bergen is beautiful!

WHEN I THINK BACK OVER THIS CONTEST AND the bevy of beauties who came to our office, the thing I remember most—besides their flawless skin, perfect figures and super-white teeth—is how impressive their stories were.

Their experiences were varied and touching: the 66year-old cancer survivor; the single mother of three teenagers worried about her own dying mother; the young mom who had given birth to preemie twins, less than 2 pounds each, then cautiously watched them grow into vibrant school-age kids. Many of the women were juggling careers, school, families; all were making an effort to live healthy, balanced lives.

Beauty aside, we got a glimpse into the lives of many amazing Bergen women. And because it was so hard to choose from among so many worthy candidates, we profiled two more contestants in other parts of the magazines (pages 28 and 80) so that readers could meet them too.

But in the end, a decision had to be made—and as you can see from our cover, we made a stunning choice! Our winner, Jelena, was not only poised and professional, but also gave us countless fantastic pictures to choose from. Meet her—along with all 12 of our finalists and the top five readers’ choice picks—in our cover story on page 32. There you’ll also peek behind the scenes at our photo shoot and snag beauty advice from our hair and makeup pro.

For your own beauty advancement, we offer a roundup of pretty summer sundresses in “Flower Power,” page 20. And in our Health Watch section on page 26, we give podiatristapproved steps to healthy, happy, beach-ready soles.

Speaking of beach-ready—we certainly are! So in this issue we profile our seven favorite seaside destinations in a 2009 beach guide. If you find yourself heading to the same slice of sand each summer, it might be time to expand to new horizons. On page 44 you’ll find all the info you need—from parking to fees to food availability and more—to get started.

Just grab a towel, some sunscreen and this issue to peruse from your beach chair—then hit the road!

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Bergen BUZZ YOUR GUIDE TO LOCAL TRENDS, TREASURES, PEOPLE & WELL-KEPT SECRETS

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A crêpe escape

How creative can a crêpe get? Very, says Svetlana Spivak, owner of CRÈME DE LA CRÊPES (201-791-0005, www.whatamall.net/ cremedelacrepes.htm), a charming Fair Lawn BYO that serves up a whopping 70 varieties of the pancake-like French specialty for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. Consider, for example, a few of the favorite crêpes creations: the De la Ville (Brie, avocado, Roma tomatoes and roasted peppers), the Croque Madam (smoked turkey breast, Gruyere, caramelized onion and an arugula salad) and the Royal (Nutella, banana, whipped cream, ice cream and coconut).

And rest assured, these concoctions taste as good as they sound, thanks to chef Arsen Mirochnik, Spivak’s son and a French Culinary Institute grad. “All of our crêpes are made fresh in-house—nothing is precooked, prefrozen or premade,” Spivak asserts. “We also make our home fries and sausages from scratch and import the finest Brie from France and red caviar from Alaska.”

Need a break from crêpes? The restaurant can serve lunch items on French baguettes instead. It also offers homemade soups and soufflés.

32.4%

of Bergen residents speak a language other than English at home.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

PUPPY LOVE

Children may be too young to give blood, but they can still help round up crucial adult donors through KIDZKARE, a program offered by Community Blood Services in Oradell (201-4443900, www.communitybloodservices.org) that encourages elementary- and middle-school students to arrange blood drives at their school.

KidzKare’s main purpose is to recruit 35- to 54year-olds—a group whose blood donations have decreased nationally in recent years.

Ridgefield Park resident Scooter Linger, now 11, brought in 64 donors at a drive he ran with classmates at Roosevelt Elementary School in Ridgefield Park. That achievement was all the more meaningful because Linger regularly needs blood transfusions due to a condition called G6PD anemia. “The kids did an amazing job,” says Scooter’s mom, Michele.

“We saw parents and teachers show up who had never donated before.”

That success wasn’t a fluke: A recent study conducted by the organization shows that the number of new middle-aged donors has increased significantly in places where KidzKare drives were held, says Patricia Cascino, donor recruitment manager.

As an incentive, kids receive a new book for their school library for every unit of blood collected. “The kids get excited when they see the books presented to their schools, knowing their efforts earned them,” says Cascino.

Students interested in organizing a drive can contact Cascino directly at 201-705-1604 or patriciac@cbsblood.org.

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Bergen BUZZ ‘What I’m listening to ...’

“I have little kids, so the playlist in the car often involves Elmo and The Wiggles,” quips Gregory Liosi, superintendent of recreation and artistic director for the city of Hackensack and the Hackensack Cultural Arts Center.

“But when I can find some adult time I enjoy everything from rock to movie scores and soundtracks.”

1. “DEUCES ARE WILD,” Aerosmith, from Big Ones 2. “OXFORD COMMA,” Vampire Weekend, from Vampire Weekend 3. “DASHBOARD,” Modest Mouse, from We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank 4. “SOMETIME AROUND MIDNIGHT,” The Airborne Toxic Event, from The Airborne Toxic Event 5. “JURASSIC PARK (THEME),” John Williams, from John Williams: Greatest Hits (1969–1999)

Blushing beauty “We’re a comfortable place where women can get their makeup done by professionals—which can be hard to find these days,” says makeup artist Alicia Vanore, owner of THE MAKEUP ARTIST SHOP in Westwood (201-3830301, www.makeupartistshop.com). Indeed, Vanore hires only makeup artists with film, television, print and fashion experience at her shop, which offers makeup services and a host of cosmetics for sale. And unlike a department store, the staff does not work on commission, so their only incentive is to help you look your best.

“We just brought in all the makeup we loved as makeup artists,” says Vanore. Some favorites: a spray foundation from Classified Cosmetics, often featured on What Not to Wear, and the pigment-rich Ben Nye cosmetics, renowned in the film and theatrical industries.

For special events, the shop offers 45- to 60minute private makeup sessions ($75), while “For Your Eyes Only” will get your eyes twinkling in 15 to 20 minutes ($35). You can also learn tricks of the trade during a 90-minute to two-hour private lesson ($100).

“Alicia is like a magician with makeup,” says Cresskill resident Fran Gordon, who has enlisted Vanore’s services for everything from bar mitzvahs to her children’s weddings. “I find myself coming up with more events to consider ‘special’ as an excuse to visit the shop.”

6. “THE ’59 SOUND,” The Gaslight Anthem, from The ’59 Sound 7. “L.E.S. ARTISTES,” Santigold, from Santigold 8. “MY ADIDAS,” Run-DMC, from Raising Hell 9. “I WISH IT WOULD RAIN DOWN,” Phil Collins, from … But Seriously 10. “PHILOSOPHY,” Ben Folds Five, from Ben Folds Five 11. “KEEP ON LOVING YOU,” REO Speedwagon, from Hi Infidelity

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From tables and chairs to toys and TVs, “we sell miniature versions of just about anything you’d find in a real house,” says Maureen Sheehan, owner of THE MINI MERCHANT (201-444-2007) in Midland Park, a whimsical shop that sells a host of dollhouses and accessories.

Appealing to a clientele of both adult collectors and children, the shop even offers mini curtains and wallpaper samples to browse through. And if you’re in the market to buy a new wooden dollhouse, offerings include fully assembled houses ($250 to $275); dollhouse kits, which require assembly ($80 and up); cottages ($125); and single room boxes ($22).

“It’s a neat little shop,” says Midland Park resident Emily Melzl, who recently purchased mini potted plants, furniture and lamps here for a dollhouse she decorated for her grandchild. “If you’re into dollhouse work, they have everything you need.”

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Bergen BUZZ

Ridgewood Rose Thanks to a recent city ruling, visitors can now tour THE JAMES ROSE CENTER FOR LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH AND DESIGN in Ridgewood (201-446-6017, www.jamesrosecenter.org)—the home of pioneering landscape architect James Rose, who lived there from 1953 until his death in 1991.

“Rose is widely considered one of three founders of modern landscape architecture,” says Dean Cardasis, the center’s director and a professor of landscape architecture at Rutgers University. “His home demonstrates some very important design principles, such as creating structures that are in sympathy with the existing environment, blending the outdoors with the indoors and creating a design that grows over time.”

Rose took the idea of the conventional home and literally tore it apart, separating the living space into three pavilions that surround an interior courtyard. Facing the courtyard are floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The home also features a roof garden, garden pools and a zendo. The site had been closed due to town zoning laws, but reopened earlier this year thanks to a newly granted variance.

Visitors can take a self-guided stroll through the center Tuesdays through Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through September. Guided tours led by Cardasis are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on June 21, July 11 and 25 and August 2 and 16.

PUPPY LOVE VICTORIA PESCO, age 12, Ramsey MIA, cockapoo, age 1 HOW WE MET: “My brother, sister and I always wanted a dog, so last spring my parents finally gave in and took us to a cockapoo breeder. When the breeder brought out Mia we all yelled, ‘That’s the puppy we want!’ She was adorable and we just knew she was perfect for us. We got to take her home that day.”

ROAD WARRIOR: “Mia loves riding in the car. Whenever we say, ‘Mia, want to go ba-bye in the car?’ she wags her tail and runs right up to the door. We might even take her to South Carolina with us this summer.”

BATHING BEAUTY: “Although Mia is very active—she loves playing tug-of-war and being chased—she doesn’t really like to swim. But sometimes she’ll lie down on her stomach on the first step of our pool, just to stay cool. And one time, I took her onto a float with me so my dad could take a picture. She was fine with that.”

Think your furry friend is the cutest in Bergen? Send us a picture of you with your pet and we might publish it in our pages.

Mail the photo along with your name, address and telephone number to Bergen Health & Life, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645 or e-mail editor@wainscotmedia.com.

Bergen residents hold 14.7 percent of New Jersey’s jobs—the highest percentage of any county in the state. Source: www.co.bergen.nj.us

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Things WE LOVE

Flower power 1. With a ruched bodice and full flare skirt, Kay Unger’s bold floral-print strapless dress ($300) is practically made for twirling. Line available at Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Riverside, Hackensack, 201-646-1800; www.kayunger.com

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2. Sleek and sweet, the fitted Coming Up Rose strapless dress by Nanette Lepore ($375) features a bright bouquet of oversized blooms. Line available at Neiman Marcus, Garden State Plaza, Paramus, 201291-1920; www.nanette lepore.com

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3. The breezy Coco camisole jersey dress from Catherine Malandrino ($295) boasts a sweetheart neckline and eye-catching knot detailing. Line available at Neiman Marcus, Garden State Plaza, Paramus, 201291-1920; www.catherine malandrino.com 4. A striking blue silk sash adds sweet flair to the cotton/spandex Inagua dress from Anthropologie ($148). Line available at Anthropologie, Woodcliff Lake, 201-391-4321, Edgewater, 201-941-1112; www.anthropologie.com 5. A shimmering metal neckline gives this summery dress from Mint by Jodi Arnold ($473) a modern twist. Line available at Gito, 5 Englewood, 201-541-7330; www.jodiarnoldnyc.com

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6. A defined waist, full A-line skirt and abundant ruching make this vivid cotton/silk floral dress from AK by Anne Klein ($139) exceptionally flattering. Line available at Nordstrom, Garden State Plaza, Paramus, 201-8431122; www.anneklein.com

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Essential BERGEN

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from eight different spots.

Here’s how we ranked them:

YOLATO,

CAFÉ LIFE,

MAZUR’S BAKERY,

RE GELATO,

Paramus

Westwood

Lyndhurst

Ridgefield Park

CRÈME DE LA CREPES,

Fair Lawn

Price

$4

Appearance

“Looks whipped”

“Smooth, rich”

“Silky”

“Light in color”

“Color like dark coffee”

“A medium brown”

“Delicious”

“Super sweet”

“Nice, not overbearing”

“Has a darkchocolate taste”

“Like a melted Hershey bar”

“Yum! There’s hazelnut in there”

“Most similar to the gelato in Italy”

“Good—a hint of nut flavoring”

“Almost seems like it has artificial sweetener”

“Good chocolate flavor”

“Very smooth”

“Thick”

“Creamy but with a thicker texture— great”

“Smooth and creamy”

“Has tiny pieces of chocolate”

“Mostly smooth, but a few ice chips”

“Smooth, but has a little grainy feel”

“More like soft ice cream than real Italian gelato”

“Creamy, but not too much so”

“Too icy”

(Regular)

“Creamy”

Taste

Texture

$4.55

(Medium)

$5.25

(Medium)

“Looks more icy and less creamy”

$3.50

(Medium)

“Like a Wendy’s Frosty”

“Dark and rich”

“Swirl of chocolate and whipped cream”

“Hint of hazelnut”

“Rich flavor, but light at the same time”

“Not much of a “Tastes like Nutella!” chocolate flavor”

“The ‘whipped “A solid performer, cream’ tastes like but not outstanding” marshmallow” “Tastes almost like French mousse”

7.6

6.6

6.1

“Chunky” “Milkshake-like texture”

5.7

4.9

Other entrants: Amano, Ridgewood; Sotto Zero Caffè Gelateria, North Arlington; Four Seasons Ice Cream, Elmwood Park

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1 (low) to 10 (high)

(one size, price varies by flavor)

“Thicker than the rest”

“Very creamy”

Score, from

$6

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Kim Cristo, New Mom

“At Valley, success

wasn’t a pregnancy,

Ava”.

successwas

My husband and I had been trying to start a family, and by the time I turned 40, we had gone to several fertility centers. But we never felt comfortable with their approach. It was different at The Valley Hospital’s Fertility Center. They developed a course of treatment that was best for me, and my chances for

becoming a mom. Most importantly, they believed in me and took my feelings into consideration. It was the way they cared about me that made a difference, and that meant more than anything.

To learn how our doctors and their use of innovative technology changed Kim’s life, visit valleyivf.com.

VALLEY FACTS

Affiliated with the New York University Fertility Center, The Valley Hospital’s Fertility Center offers state-of-the-art treatment options, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD), egg freezing and other fertility preservation techniques. We are proud of our success. In fact, egg retrievals for women 40 and under that resulted in a live birth were 45 percent – 20 percentage points higher than the national average.* Source: www.sart.org

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AT THE LIBERTY HOUSE IN JERSEY CITY, Alpine Learning Group celebrated its 20th anniversary with a gala event. The group provides a variety of services to children with autism and their families. The Venetian in Garfield was the site of Women of Achievement 2009, a celebration hosted by Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey. And the Englewood-based Center for Food Action held a wine- and food-tasting gala at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe. Proceeds benefit CFA’s emergency food and homeless prevention program.

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ALPINE LEARNING GROUP GALA 1. Jessica Liberatore, Arianna Scattone and Falynn Wzorek 2. Bridget Taylor and Doug Duchak 3. Donna Scancarella and Linda Walder Fiddle

GIRL SCOUTS WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT 4. honoree Holly Schepisi and Kayla Garfinkel 5. Joseph Coccaro, Diane Scriveri and Rich Garcia 6. Myriam Velez

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CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION GALA 8. Polly and Mark Zurlini 9. Jennifer Rothman, Congressman Steve Rothman, Jackie and Michael Kempner 10. Ro Sorce and Debbie Barr 11. Michele Calise, Deborah and Sydney Klein 12. Maureen Cameron, Kathy Kelly, Lisa Schwartz and Lauren McGovern

CHRIS GORE

13. Pat and Angelo Arimborgo, David Wofford and Stacey Lilly

Think you belong in Flash? Send photos from your gala or charity event to Bergen Health & Life, att: Flash editor, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; or e-mail editor@wainscotmedia.com. Include your contact information, a short event description and names of all who appear. (Submissions are not guaranteed to appear and must meet the following image specs: 4x6 color prints or 300 dpi jpg, tif or eps files. Prints must be accompanied by an SASE in order to be returned.)

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SWEET

feet

TRY THESE TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PIGGIES WELL AND PRETTY

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MASSAGE! • Get your foot’s circulation going with this trick: Prop one foot on your lap, grasp it with both hands, then slowly move your thumbs from the top of your toes to the bottom of your heel and back. Repeat for as long as you like!

• For added relief—and relaxation—while moisturizing, use your thumbs to apply extra pressure to your foot’s ball and arch. Then squeeze your Achilles tendon with your hand, one leg at a time, for five seconds. You can repeat this technique up to three times.

SOURCE: AMERICAN PODIATRIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

MOISTURIZE! • Want supple soles? Use an emollient-enriched skin lotion daily. The American Podiatric Medical Association’s choice: Ureacin-10 Lotion ($18.89 on www.drugsdepot.com). Just make sure to get rid of excess lotion in nails or between toes—leaving it could encourage a foot infection.

• Another APMA tip: Before bed, lightly wrap cellophane around your entire foot to lock in moisture. By morning your feet will feel superbly soft!

PROTECT! Those “barely there” sandalsmay look sexy, but they don’t

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offer your feet much covering.

Avoid that pesky top-of-thefoot burn by applying a waterproof, oil-free sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher whenever you step out in the sunshine.

SOAK! • Wash your feet daily with soap and lukewarm water, but also try an occasional foot bath to soften the soles and rejuvenate the soul! Fill a basin with warm water, and place it in front of a comfy chair. Then to add a little “something special,” put in three to six drops of essential oils: For a relaxing soak, try lavender or rosewood oil; for an invigorating one, opt for tea tree, lemon or peppermint oil—or mix different oils to create your own personalized concoction.

• Soak your feet for at least five minutes—but feel free to relax for even longer!

SMOOTH! • Slough away dead skin with a damp pumice stone or foot file (the APMA likes Dr. Scholl’s Dual-Action Swedish Foot File, $23.04 for a six-pack on www.amazon.com).

• For extra softening, you can rub an exfoliating scrub over your entire foot and lower leg,

then remove the scrub with a damp towel.

PAINT! • Remove old polish with non-acetone polish remover.

• Gently push back cuticles with a cuticle pusher or manicure stick, but never cut them! Cuticles provide a protective barrier against infection.

• Use a nail clipper to cut toenails straight across, then smooth the edges with an emery board. Don’t round the edges too much, though, as this can lead to ingrown nails.

• Because polish locks out moisture, apply nail color only if your nails are healthy. ■

THE PED-EGG: ALL IT’S CRACKED UP TO BE? Chances are you’ve seen these small white orbs dotting the aisles of your local pharmacies—and their sheer ubiquity may have you wondering, “Do they really work?” The $10 Ped-Egg foot file promises to remove dead foot skin, giving you “that baby-soft look and feel.” The folks at Consumer Reports set out to discover if that was true, giving 29 people a Ped-Egg to use on one foot, a pumice stone for the other. The findings? The Egg did indeed do a better overall job than the pumice stone.

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‘What I ate TODAY’ A BUSY YOUNG MOM SHARES THE DAWN-TO-DUSK TRUTH. WILL A DIETITIAN APPROVE?

Breakfast:

“I usually eat this while I’m

• 1 ⁄2 cups oatmeal squares cereal

running around the kitchen

• 1 cup skim milk

kids. I don’t love bananas, but

• 1 small banana

they’re an easy fruit, and since

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trying to get breakfast for the

• 1 cup coffee with 2 tablespoons skim milk

I always serve the kids fruit for

• 16 ounces water (throughout the morning)

add one for myself as well.”

Lunch:

“This is really quick to make,

• 1 whole wheat tortilla

and you can add quite a bit of

breakfast I decided I should

• 3 to 4 cups spinach

spinach. The cheese adds a

• 1⁄4 cup mozzarella cheese

nice flavor, and I can carry this

• diet iced tea

kids lunch.”

Snack:

• small Dunkin’ Donuts French Vanilla coffee with whole milk

• 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt mixed with 2 tablespoons granola and 1⁄2 cup blueberries

around as I’m feeding the

Dinner:

Plus, from the kids’ dinner:

• 6 ounces plain grilled chicken

• 1⁄4 cup Annie’s macaroni and cheese

• 6 asparagus stalks, steamed

• 6 blueberries

• 1 ⁄2-cup salad (tomato, cucumber, green pepper, feta cheese and onion) with 2 tablespoons Greek vinaigrette

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“This is where things can get

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sweet chocolate chips

thing sweet after the kids are

• 6 ounces skim milk

in bed, but we’ve been trying to get rid of temptations in the cupboards, because my husband has been consulting a nutritionist. So I had to resort to the chocolate chips on my baking shelf!”

SARAH SIMONIS; SHUTTERSTOCK

WITH A TODDLER AND 16-MONTHold twins, it’s little wonder that Wyckoff ’s Jennifer Saxton—a “Top 12” finalist in our Cover Girl contest—has an unadventurous daily menu: “I basically eat the same things every day,” she admits. “I don’t really have time to be creative.” But why fix what’s not broken? “She makes excellent choices, including a variety of nutrient-dense foods,” says registered dietitian Janet Brancato of The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood.

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The nutritionist’s take Saxton may not adore bananas, but the choice earns praise from Brancato. “Fruit provides a variety of nutrients and factors for disease, and bananas are a good source of

5 good sources of ...

potassium,” she says. Brancato is also pleased with Saxton’s

You check calories, fat, sodium, calcium—but what about zinc?

milk selection. “Low-fat dairy choices are good for heart

Magnesium? Vitamin E? The fact is, for most people who eat a

health and contain nutrients that are important for healthy

balanced diet, these won’t be an issue. But if you want to be

bones and overall wellness.”

extra sure you’re safe, here are five sources for nine nutrients.

antioxidants, which can improve immunity and lower risk

VITAMIN B-6 Bananas

VITAMIN K

“The whole-wheat tortilla and spinach are good sources of

Fish (most)

fiber—as was the oatmeal squares cereal she had for break-

Brussel sprouts

Meat

fast,” says Brancato. “Fiber can help control appetite and

Cabbage

Nuts and seeds

sustain energy levels. And the spinach is also a rich source

Leafy green vegetables

Potatoes and sweet

Mayonnaise

of iron. Still, she might want to add an extra 1⁄2 cup of beans

potatoes

for extra plant protein.”

VITAMIN B-12 “Berries are rich in antioxidants, known to combat free-radical damage to cells,” observes Brancato. “The low-fat yogurt is rich in calcium and vitamin D, and the granola provides fiber.”

Eggs Fish and shellfish Fortified cereals Meat Milk and milk products

“Her vegetable choices are extremely nutrient-rich,” Brancato notes. “Both the asparagus here and the spinach from lunch are good sources of vitamin A, potassium and folate. They’re fiber-rich and loaded with antioxidants for only 25 calories per serving. The tomato from this salad is rich in lycopene, an antioxidant famous for some types of cancer prevention, and the grilled chicken is a good source of lean protein.”

Broccoli

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MAGNESIUM Cocoa and chocolate Dark-green vegetables (most) Dry beans, peas and lentils Peanuts and peanut butter Fish

Fortified cereals Fortified milk

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Eggs

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Fish Meat

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Milk and milk products

Nuts and seeds

Poultry

Peanuts and peanut Brancato has no problems with Saxton’s unusual dessert

butter

choice. “This is an example of allowing for a treat but still

Vegetable oils

keeping portion in mind,” she says.

Wheat germ

Additional nutritional analysis by Ann Faicco and Andrea Collins, both registered dietitians at The Valley Hospital.

Whole-grain and fortified cereals

FOLATE Dark-green vegetables Dry beans, peas and lentils Enriched grain products Fortified cereals Orange juice Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture

ZINC Dry beans, peas and lentils Meat Poultry Seeds Shellfish

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3 BERGEN ENTREPRENEURS AGREE: WHAT'S GOOD FOR THE BODY IS GOOD FOR THE BOTTOM LINE

CAN EXERCISE HELP YOU SUCCEED IN business? Yes, said a 2004 study at Ball State University in Indiana. Researchers quizzed 366 small-businesspersons about their exercise habits and their workday lives, and found that both runners and weight lifters outdid idler folk in achieving business goals.

Do local entrepreneurs agree? Bergen Health & Life asked three small-businesspeople what they do to stay in shape and how they think it does—or doesn’t— help them lead their firms in today’s recession-troubled marketplace. Here’s what they reported:

ROBIN WITTICH, 48

miles—and I’ve done three half-marathons in the past six months. I also do classes and weight lifting at The Gym in Montvale and personal training at Volt Fitness in Glen Rock, and I swim and play basketball at the Ridgewood Y. I prefer exercising first thing in the morning, but my schedule changes constantly. So I’ve learned to keep the gym bag and running shoes ready in the car, in case that 10:30 appointment cancels and I suddenly have an hour.”

HOW IT HELPS: “When I’ve exercised, I arrive at work with a higher and more sustainable energy level. And workouts give me a break from thinking about business, even if it’s just for 45 minutes. I think that’s healthy for any business owner.”

Founder and CEO, The Grazi Collection, a gift business based in Ridgewood

DENNIS CROWLEY, 43

WHAT I DO: “Intensive weight training

President, Brand Engineers, a market-

BRIAN HUGHES, 40 Co-owner, Hughes Environmental Engineering, a Montvale air-conditioning firm

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WHAT I DO: “I train in tae kwon do at

Chon-Ji Academy of Martial Arts in Teaneck under Brett Casser—usually with my wife and daughter. We’re all first-degree black belts. And I run 12 to 15 miles a week to get in shape for tae kwon do. The tae kwon do sessions are an hour to an hour and a half, three to four nights a week, and they’re the one thing I cannot miss.”

HOW IT HELPS: “I log 150,000 air miles a year, and I’ve noticed that the more I’ve exercised, the better my ability to recover when I must fly all night to Switzerland and go to a morning meeting straight from the airport. But it’s not just the physical component. Tae kwon do helps me develop a mental resilience. Getting knocked down is a lot like facing a business crisis. It gives me emotional practice in calming down for a minute and thinking, ‘How can I fix this for next time?’” ■

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HOW IT HELPS: “Workouts give me a huge burst of energy to start the day. And as both a business owner and a single mom, I have to have energy! Staying in shape also helps me make a good impression when I meet with clients. I’m absolutely sharper on days when I’ve exercised. And it’s good thinking time: If I’m on the treadmill and I’m due to make a presentation that day, I’ll plan it in my mind—and it’ll go better than if I’d spent that time sleeping.”

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COVER GIRLS CONSIDER US IMPRESSED. WHEN WE SET OUT to find our “it” girl—that lovely local who would grace our cover—we had no idea how challenging this process would be. But as entry after entry rolled in, we couldn’t help but be awed by the breadth of beauty in Bergen. In all, more than 100 girls competed for the title of Bergen Health & Life Cover Girl 2009, ranging in age from 14 to 66 (we limited the field to those 18 and over). Our four judges first narrowed the entries to 12, then selected the three finalists featured on the pages that follow.

In addition to being invited to participate in our cover shoot, the top three contestants each received gift certificates in varying amounts (totaling $1,000) to Omni Health Professionals medi-spa in Oakland, Mary Kay gift baskets valued at $125 each and a variety of L’Oreal cosmetics.

To get a closer look at the fun, head to www.bergen healthandlife.com for our on-location video chat with the finalists. Think you have what it takes to compete with these ladies? Keep your eyes peeled next year for our Cover Girl 2010 contest!

The JUdGeS

From left: Rita Guarna, Bergen Health & Life’s editor in chief; Michael Coglinatry, award-winning photographer whose work has appeard in GQ, Fitness, Women’s Health and others; Sarah Leckie, Bergen Health & Life’s art director; and Stephen Vitarbo, art director at Wainscot Media.

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OUR WINNER! JELENA ABBOU AGE: 32 HOMETOWN: Hackensack OCCUPATION: Personal trainer Healthy habits: “I’m all about healthy living, healthy food and healthy relationships. I lift weights five days a week for about an hour and do cardio two to three times a week for 30 to 40 minutes, alternating between the treadmill, elliptical, bike and stairmaster.”

On the job: “I enjoy being a personal trainer because I love seeing the results in my clients.

When we start working together, most of them don’t even know where to start. So I teach them how to eat right and help them develop an exercise routine, and then vary it with different types of exercises to keep them interested. It’s a great feeling for me to see them look and feel better.”

This page: Sexy paisley-print maxi dress. Opposite: Etro print mesh maxi dress.

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Cover GIRL second place: stephanie PHAYRE AGE: 23 HOMETOWN: Westwood OCCUPATION: Dance teacher Healthy habits: “Being a dance instructor plays a big role in helping me stay fit. Not only does it keep me in shape, but I also benefit from the fulfillment of encouraging young students to express themselves creatively.”

Following your heart: “I’m very lucky to work in an environment where I love what I do. I feel that it’s very important to do what makes you happy, and that this contributes to a healthy, fulfilling and successful life.”

Nanette Lepore peacock-print bustier dress; semiprecious multilayered necklace

“I have wavy hair, which can sometimes be a hassle, but I find getting long layers makes it more manageable.

I also use texture spray to give my hair more body.”

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A closer look at our cover shoot, held at Springston Studios in New York City.

Clockwise from top: art directors Sarah Leckie and Stephen Vitarbo consider outfits and accessories; glamorous photos are often created in a rather humble space—here, Nancy props her feet on apple crates to get the just-right pose; on-site computers allow the team to determine immediately when that perfect shot has been snapped; photographer Daniel Springston poses between shots.

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Cover GIRL third place: nancy malleo AGE: 44 HOMETOWN: Wyckoff OCCUPATION: Model/actress Healthy habits: “I stay active by doing something physical every day, whether it’s running on the treadmill, rollerblading in the park or just walking my dog or mowing the grass. I’m even taking a backpacking trip to Yosemite this summer! I also find that keeping a positive attitude and having a sense of humor helps. I love to laugh—and laughter is a great medicine for staying healthy.”

Mom’s the word: “My days are spent shuttling my teenagers around town, doing laundry and cooking meals that hopefully they’ll eat. I would love to represent all the single moms out there who are trying to make ends meet in this crazy economy!"

Crochet-trim cardigan; white jeans by 7 for All Mankind

“When I turned 40 I vowed to get monthly facials, and since then I’ve been trying to keep that up. I think it really keeps my skin looking young.”

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Clockwise from above: Stephanie, Nancy and Jelena take a quick lunch break during some down time; art director Stephen Vitarbo considers accessories for our winner, Jelena; a close-up of the clothing and accessories worn by our models, courtesy of Hartly Fashions in Westwood.

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Before selecting our top three, the judges narrowed the field of more than 100 to a final 12. Here, a bit about our other nine finalists:

beauty tips from our pro

SPECIAL THANKS Photography: Daniel Springston; Hair and makeup: Elena Lyakir; Clothing and accessories: Hartly Fashions, Westwood; Prizes: Omni Health Professionals, Oakland; Mary Kay Cosmetics; L’Oreal; Wild Flowers, Wall

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Top row, from left: Catherine Glaser, 45, Franklin Lakes; Ji Cha, 35, Palisades Park; Kasia Krzoska, 20, Upper Saddle River. Middle row, from left: Kelly Sheerins, 23, Ho-Ho-Kus (see page 80); Eileen Alana Scheuch, 21, Ridgewood; Noelle Buongiorno, 26, Northvale. Bottom row, from left: Karla Richardson, 40, Hackensack; Jennifer Saxton, 35, Wyckoff (see page 28); Anne O’Toole, 32, Allendale

According to Elena Lyakir, hair stylist and makeup artist for our cover girl photo shoots, “Looking great is all about appearing fresh and healthy.”

Follow her tips for keeping your look glowing: MAKEUP • For larger-looking eyes, just use a lash curler.

• Use Chapstick before applying lipstick—the color will go on smoother and be less prone to feathering.

• Opt for a natural-looking tinted moisturizer instead of heavy foundation.

• To fight tired eyes, line lower lashes with a nude or white eye pencil.

HAIR • Use a lightweight spray gloss to make hair shine without appearing greasy.

• At the end of a blow-drying session, lock in your style with the “cool” button.

• Avoid washing hair in hot water—tone down the temperature to maintain color and shine.

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READERS’ CHOICE! YOUR TOP 5 The votes are in! We asked you, our readers, to weigh in on who our cover girl should be by voting at www.bergenhealthandlife.com.

Here’s how the final five stacked up. (Each woman will receive a chocolate lovers gift basket from Wild Flowers in Wall.)

2 CECILIA CASSANO

AGE: 44 HOMETOWN: Hillsdale OCCUPATION: Senior developer at an accounting firm NUMBER OF VOTES: 409

3 ALLY MITCHEL

AGE: 22 HOMETOWN: Englewood OCCUPATION: College student NUMBER OF VOTES: 324

4 ASHLEY KAHLER

AGE: 23 HOMETOWN: Paramus OCCUPATION: Nurse at Hackensack University Medical Center NUMBER OF VOTES: 309

1 STEPHANIE PHAYRE Yes, our judges’ No. 2 pick was your No. 1! The Westwoodbased dance instructor nabbed 413 votes.

Above is the photo submitted with her entry; at right is a shot taken by photographer Daniel Springston at our New York City photo session.

5 CHRISTINE RAU

AGE: 52 HOMETOWN: Hasbrouck Heights OCCUPATION: Teacher NUMBER OF VOTES: 226

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A HO-HO-KUS MAN’S BIRTHDAY GIFT TO HIS WIFE: A DINING ROOM SHE COULD HOLD IN HER HANDS—AND IN HER HEART

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Model husband

FORGET JEWELRY, CHOCOLATES OR A DAY AT the spa. For Ho-Ho-Kus resident Lisa Vieira’s most recent birthday, her husband, Joseph, had a much grander gift in mind: a surprise dining room makeover.

That the drab room—with its blank walls, bare windows and sparse furnishings—needed sprucing was no surprise. “Lisa didn’t purposely drop hints, but I’d catch her saying, ‘Oh, I just wish the dining room were finished so we could have a nice family dinner,’” says Joseph. “I decided she deserved this.”

But how to keep such a large project secret? And, more important, how to be sure Lisa would approve the design? Joseph’s solution was to surprise his wife with a

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scale model of the proposed makeover on her big day.

He called on interior designers Maureen Fiori of Maureen Fiori LLC in Franklin Lakes and Debra Young of Debra Young Designs in Cliffside Park because they had designed other areas of the family’s home.

“We knew Lisa had a very traditional style and a taste for luxurious fabrics,” says Fiori. “We felt we could give her a dining room she’d love.”

But first, Joseph had a few guidelines: For one, he wanted to keep their dining set—a large neoclassical-style wooden banquet table featuring intricate marquetry and matching chairs. And he hoped to incorporate hand-painted silk Chinoiserie-style wallpaper by de Gournay, which Lisa had long admired.

Those details set, Fiori and Young began putting together “an elegant yet warm and inviting space with French flair,” says Fiori. They chose a dark mahogany reproduction china cabinet and demilune sideboards from Maitland-Smith, an eye-catching 18th-century French-style chandelier from Decorative Craft, and luxe silk drapes and Roman shades from Steve’s Custom Drapery Shoppe in Haskell.

Their selections made, Young created the model, which was then wrapped up with shiny paper and a big bow. On the day of Lisa’s birthday, the designers quietly knocked on the Vieiras’ door armed with a cake, balloons and the gift box.

“When she opened the box and saw the model she was absolutely thrilled,” says Young. “It was just the reaction we had hoped for.”

“It was just magical,” says Lisa.

“That beautiful natural wood look and peach wallpaper was exactly what I had been envisioning.”

For Joseph, Lisa’s expression said it all: “She had tears in her eyes,” he says.

To the designers’ surprise, Lisa Lisa Vieira’s requested no changes and gave them the dream dining go-ahead to begin. And when the room first makeover was finally complete, Lisa was came in enchanted with the space. miniature “It’s my dream room,” she says. form.

“And I was really, really touched that my husband did this for me. This was the best birthday gift ever, especially because it’s something the whole family can enjoy.” ■ BERGEN

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A shore thing VISIT ONE OF THESE 7 JERSEY COAST HOT SPOTS AND YOU’LL FIND MORE THAN A PICTURESQUE BEACH “Down the shore”—it’s one of those distinctly Jersey phrases, and for most Bergenites it evokes a pleasure-seeking trek south on the Garden State Parkway to one of the state’s myriad beach towns. And while everyone seems to have a favorite spot already—Jersey boasts 127 miles of beaches, after all— this season we ask you to broaden your horizons and explore these seven unique locales, each offering a range of activities both on and off the sands.

Here’s what you need to know for a summer to remember:

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ASBURY PARK Distance from Bergen: 1 hour 20 minutes Description: With a host of premier music venues, art

• Food: Restaurants and concession stands available along

galleries and streets lined with Queen Anne Victorian–, Gothic-, Federal Revival– and Moderne-style buildings, this historic city along New Jersey’s central coast has been a mecca for music and the arts for a century.

• Showers: Outdoor showers available along beach Other attractions: While the beach might rule by day, at

BEACH INFORMATION: • Entrance: $5 for adults daily; children 12 and under free • Parking: Metered street parking and metered parking

lots available on Ocean and Kingsley Avenues • Public restrooms: Located along the boardwalk • Lifeguards: On duty 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Special options: Surfing is permitted at beaches on the

north end of town.

boardwalk

night you can catch a concert at one of the city’s famous live music venues, such as Convention Hall and Paramount Theatre, both located on the boardwalk, and The Stone Pony, a legendary rock club that’s hosted such music greats as Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi.

Where to eat: Live jazz, hearty Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, gorgeous views of Wesley Lake—you’ll find this and more at Moonstruck (732-988-0123, www.moon strucknj.com), a lively multilevel eatery on the south side of the city.

SANDY HOOK Distance from Bergen: 1.5 hours Description: Once an important U.S. mili-

tary base, this 7-mile–long barrier beach peninsula jutting into the Atlantic Ocean and Sandy Hook Bay is currently part of the National Park Service’s Gateway National Recreation Area, which encompasses 26,000 acres of parklands in parts of New York and New Jersey. It features seven public beach areas, salt marshes, a holly forest and numerous historic landmarks.

The lighthouse at Sandy Hook

BEACH INFORMATION: • Entrance: Free • Parking: Nine parking lots available; $10

per vehicle daily • Public restrooms: Seven throughout the park • Lifeguards: On duty 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at North

Beach, Gunnison Beach and South Beach Areas C, D and E

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• Special options: Fishing is permitted at Nine Gun

Battery Field, Fishing Beach and South Beach Area B; nonmotorized car-top boats can be launched from Beach Area C and the Horseshoe Cove salt marsh; nudity is permitted at Gunnison Beach.

• Food: Concession stands are open in each beach area from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can also dine at the Sea Gulls’ Nest Oceanfront Deck Restaurant & Bar in Beach Area D, which sells salads, sandwiches, hot platters and alcoholic drinks.

• Showers: Six outdoor showers throughout the park

Other attractions: Take a stroll on Sandy Hook’s walking paths, hiking trails and new 5-mile multiuse pathway, which also accommodates bicyclists and inline skaters, to discover the area’s natural wonders, including more than 300 species of birds. History buffs can also tour the historic Fort Hancock district at the northern tip of the peninsula, which contains the Sandy Hook Lighthouse—the oldest standing lighthouse in the country, dating back to 1764.

Where to eat: Take in an elegant seafood dinner with the Sandy Hook Bay as a backdrop at Doris & Ed’s (732872-1565, www.dorisandeds.com), located in a centuryold bayside inn in the nearby town of Highlands. An added bonus: more than 315 wine choices. continued

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POINT PLEASANT BEACH featuring rides, games, food vendors and other activities.

Fun awaits at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk.

Distance from Bergen: 1 hour 40 minutes Description: Situated on the northern tip of the Barnegat

Peninsula, this family-friendly town draws crowds with its sandy beaches along Ocean Avenue and 1-mile boardwalk

BEACH INFORMATION (mostly for Jenkinson’s, a popular 1-mile private beach): • Entrance: $6.50 for adults on weekdays, $7.50 on weekends and holidays; $2 for children 5 to 11 daily; free for children under 5 • Parking: Free parking on side streets; metered parking on Ocean Avenue; four Jenkinson’s parking lots available on Ocean Avenue (fees start at $5 per vehicle) • Public restrooms: Located at various spots along the boardwalk • Lifeguards: On duty 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• Special options: Though surfing is not permitted at Jenkinson’s, you can hit the waves on the south side of the municipal beach on Maryland Avenue.

• Food: Four dining areas located on boardwalk • Showers: Indoor showers available at two bathhouses ($4 for adults, $3 for children) Other attractions: Jenkinson’s Boardwalk offers fun for all ages with a host of amusement rides and games, four dining facilities, three sweet shops and an aquarium where you can view Atlantic and Pacific sharks, penguins, alligators, seals and more ($10 for adults, $6 for seniors and children ages 3 to 12, free for children 2 and under). More mature crowds can check out Jenks Club, a hip nightclub on the boardwalk featuring DJs and live bands.

Where to eat: Located on the boardwalk, Martell’s Sea Breeze Restaurant (732-892-0131, www.tikibar.com/ pages/seabreeze.html) offers a variety of fine steak and seafood specialties and stunning views of the Atlantic in a relaxed setting.

LONG BEACH ISLAND Distance from Bergen: 2 hours to entrance of island Description: This 18-mile–long, quarter-mile–wide bar-

• Parking: Free street parking • Public restrooms: One available on the beach near the

rier island offers opportunities for a tranquil beach getaway in its six municipalities: Barnegat Light, Beach Haven, Harvey Cedars, Long Beach Township, Ship Bottom and Surf City. With no boardwalk and few public bathrooms and showers along the beach, the island tends to cater to overnight visitors, though day-trippers can find various amenities in Beach Haven, located on the south side of the island.

Centre Street entrance • Lifeguards: On duty 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Special options: Surfing, boogie-boarding and fishing locations depend on surf conditions of the day; check with lifeguards for updates • Food: Vendors are not allowed on the sands, but you can take in a casual meal at The Palm Grill, a bistro with patio seating located on the beach at the Sea Shell Resort & Beach Club.

• Showers: Outdoor showers located next to bathroom area

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Other attractions: Perfect for a family outing or a roman-

tic date, the Surflight Theatre in Beach Haven offers a variety of musicals, comedy shows and children’s productions in a charming theater equipped to seat up to 450 people. After the show, grab a cone next door at the Show Place Ice Cream Parlour, where an animated waitstaff sings as they serve.

Where to eat: Cinnamon-dusted Costa Rican tilapia and Argentinean bistro steak skewers are just a few of the inter-

national delights at Plantation Restaurant (609-494-8191, www.plantationrestaurant.com), a hip, exotic bar and eatery in Harvey Cedars.

Where to stay: Dating back to the 19th century, the historic Surf City Hotel in Surf City (609-494-7281, www.surfcityhotel.com), located just one-half block from the ocean, offers a range of accommodation types, including a two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, laundry facilities and an outdoor deck (rates start at $160/night).

ATLANTIC CITY Distance from Bergen: 2.5 hours Description: This glitzy city by-the-sea is a reveler’s

haven, complete with free public beaches, 11 world-class casino resorts and a bustling boardwalk offering upscale shopping and a host of games and amusement rides.

BEACH INFORMATION: • Entrance: Free • Parking: Metered spots throughout city, public parking

garages available at casinos and hotels (fees may apply)

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• Public restrooms: Located along boardwalk • Lifeguards: On duty 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Special options: Surfing permitted at Crystal Beach on

New Hampshire Avenue, Delaware Avenue Beach and Downtown Beach at Raleigh Avenue; kayaking and windsurfing permitted at Jackson Avenue Beach • Food: Food vendors and eateries available on the boardwalk • Showers: Outdoor showers located near lifeguard stations Other attractions: At Caesar’s Palace, check out The Pier Shops at Caesars, a 900-foot–long pier over the ocean housing 80 upscale retail shops, and the luxe Qua Baths and Spa—a 16,000-square-foot facility featuring Roman baths, an herbal steam room and Vichy showers. New organic treatments, such as the Ocean Spray Body Renewal and Detox Therapy, restore skin, ease tension and soothe muscles. The Pier also hosts the “HapPIER Hour” every Friday from 9 p.m. to midnight at its seven restaurants, featuring $5 cocktails and $3 beers. Of course, you can visit one of the city’s numerous bars and dance clubs for a bit of nighttime fun, such as Casbah Nightclub at the Trump Taj Mahal.

Where to eat: Buddakan (609-674-0100, www.thepier shopsatcaesars.com) at The Pier Shops at Caesars serves

up innovative contemporary Asian cuisine in a hip, sexy setting adorned with rock gardens, thatched roofs and a gigantic golden Buddha.

Where to stay: The Borgata (609-317-1000, www.the borgata.com), a 2,000-room luxury casino-hotel at Renaissance Pointe, offers a full taste of A.C.’s glitz and glamour with a 161,000-square-foot casino floor, 12 restaurants and bars and a 54,000-square-foot spa (rates start at $299/night). continued Pamper yourself at the luxurious Qua Baths and Spa.

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ESCAPES CAPE MAY Distance from Bergen: 3 hours Description: With 2.5 miles of public beaches and one

of the state’s most impressive collections of beautifully restored Victorian homes, this peninsula city situated at the southernmost point in New Jersey—also a National Historic Landmark—attracts hoards of fashionable visitors each season.

BEACH INFORMATION: • Entrance: $5 daily or $10 for a three-day pass for adults; children 12 and under free • Parking: Metered street parking throughout city; metered parking lot on Jackson Street • Public restrooms: Five, at various locations on beach near the promenade • Lifeguards: On duty 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Special options: Surfing is permitted on beaches after hours, though surfers tend to prefer the Cove Area at the south end of Beach Avenue.

• Food: You’ll find vendors selling hot dogs, sodas and snacks at 12 spots along Beach Avenue.

The Starlux hotel

• Showers: Outdoor showers available at select bath-

room areas Other attractions: If a day on the sands has you craving

a glass of red and white, visit the Cape May Winery and Vineyard, which produces such top-quality wines as Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. You can explore the 15-acre vineyard on a 1.5-hour guided tour, which also includes wine sampling, fruit and cheese and a souvenir glass ($20 per adult, children under 21 free).

Where to eat: Located in the heart of Cape May’s historic district, the Washington Inn (609-884-5697, www.washingtoninn.com)—originally a 19th-century plantation home—serves up a host of eclectic dishes in five elegant dining rooms.

Where to stay: Enjoy a romantic jaunt at the Queen Victoria (609-884-8702, www.queenvictoria.com), a luxurious bed-and-breakfast offering 32 rooms and suites in four stunning Victorian-era buildings located just one block from the Atlantic (rates start at $220/night).

• Special options: Surfing, kayaking and skim boarding

is one of WIldwood’s

are only permitted during unguarded hours.

many Doo Wop

• Food: Various food vendors and eateries available on

delights.

boardwalk • Showers: Indoor showers available at various locations

on boardwalk Other attractions: Learn about Wildwood’s numerous

THE WILDWOODS Distance from Bergen: 3 hours Description: Encompassing the boroughs of Wild-

wood, North Wildwood and Wildwood Crest, this familyfavorite destination offers 5 miles of sandy beaches and a 38-block boardwalk featuring more rides than Disneyland!

BEACH INFORMATION: • Entrance: Free • Parking: Available at metered spots on Ocean Avenue,

a metered municipal lot on Schellenger Avenue and the Convention Center lot along Ocean Avenue (fees vary) • Public restrooms: Located at various spots on boardwalk • Lifeguards: On duty 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

buildings representing “Doo Wop”—a popular architecture style in the 1950s and ’60s featuring boomerang rooflines, jutting facades, zigzagging balconies and other wacky elements—at the Doo Wop Experience, a museum celebrating the city’s heyday with cool artifacts from the era. From here you can hop on the “Doo Wop Back to the ’50s (and ’60s) Tour,” a 90-minute guided bus tour that takes visitors to various Doo Wop–style landmarks ($12 for adults, $6 for children).

Where to eat: Beach Creek Oyster Bar and Grille in Wildwood (609-522-1062, www.beachcreek.net) offers creative steak, meat and seafood plates, plus an oyster and martini bar and open-deck seating overlooking the Schooner Island Marina.

Where to stay: For a taste of Wildwood’s colorful past, perch at the Caribbean Motel (609-522-8292, www.caribbeanmotel.com), a fully restored vintage Doo Wop–style motel across the street from the ocean, featuring a futuristic lobby with an elevated ramp, a central pool area and island-inspired décor (rates start at $199/night). ■

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ONCE FORBIDDEN FRUIT, TOMATOES ARE A MODERN CULINARY SUPERSTAR

Grilled veggie pizza SERVES 2

1 package frozen pizza dough, defrosted

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

3 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil, plus extra for grilling

1 ⁄2 cup pitted black olives (recommended: kalamata)

6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons capers, drained

1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut crosswise

1 bunch arugula Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 large red onion, thinly sliced

• Heat grill to medium (about 350 degrees).

• Place half the defrosted dough on an oiled baking sheet. Stretch out the dough to form a rough rectangle almost the size of the baking sheet, about 9 by 13 inches.

• Lift the dough from one end from the baking sheet and carefully place it on the grill.

• When the bottom is browned, around 3 to 5 minutes, use tongs to turn the pizza crust over.

Continue cooking for about 1 minute, or until the second side begins to brown.

• Using tongs, move the crust to a cooler area of the grill and brush it with olive oil.

• Add half of the toppings, beginning with the mozzarella, then the tomato, red onion, garlic,

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• Slide the pizza onto the baking sheet, place half of the arugula on top and season with salt and pepper. Repeat with the other half of dough.

And popular they remain. These days New Jersey alone grows some 52,000 pounds of tomatoes each year.

Just 25 calories per 4 ounces raw, they’re also packed with vitamin C and a good source of vitamin A. Best when plump, smooth and firm, tomatoes should be refrigerated only when extra-ripe, because chilling slows the ripening process.

With thousands of varieties—and countless recipes—available for us to enjoy, these gems will keep you coming back for more faster than you can say “to-mah-to.” ■

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NO, THE TOMATO IS NOT NEW JERSEY’S STATE fruit; that’s the blueberry. Nor is it (yet) the state vegetable, despite a strong movement—and legislation introduced in the state Senate last year—to make it so.

(The bill points out that “the tomato, while technically a ‘fruit,’ was legally considered a vegetable in an 1893 United States Supreme Court decision and is in the same botanical family as the potato, pepper and eggplant.”) But think of the phrase “garden state” and a fresh-off-the-vine Jersey tomato is one of the first images to come to mind.

This wasn’t always the case. In the 1700s many American settlers shunned the juicy treasures, believing them to be poisonous. It was Fast fact only the influence of a few The average American adventurous farmers—most eats 22 pounds of notably Thomas Jefferson— tomatoes each year. that helped tomatoes gain Source: The National Farm-City Council widespread popularity.

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mayonnaise-garlic-dill sauce.

We chose these appetizers as part of the small mezze platter. At $9.95, it’s a good value, though the servings are on the small side, served in a minibowl that holds maybe 4 ounces.

Still, it’s an ideal way to find your favorites.

One of them is bound to be the falafel, chickpea fritters.

They’re usually more leaden than light, but Hamsa’s selfdescribed “puffs” are a rarity, boasting a perfectly crisp coating and a moist, tender interior.

Following suit are the Moroccan “cigars” (crisp phyllo-dough pirouettes filled with spicy ground beef) and Moroccan pastels (like cigars, but stuffed with potatoes and herbs), which are too good to pass up.

You could surely make a meal of the mezzes, but the entrées have their own appeal. We tried the stuffed vegetables (three big peppers, actually), a fine creation filled with a savory ground-beef/rice mixture HAMSA, THE HAND-SHAPED CHARM THAT and swimming in a slightly sweet tomato sauce. hails from the Middle East, is a symbol of protection.

The beef stew seemed like more of a pot roast than And you’ll find plenty of these festooning the colorful a stew, but no matter. It was still delicious: tender, Tenafly restaurant named after the amulet. For sure, your patiently cooked and fragrant with a light brown mushstomach will be well protected, as the Israeli nibbles room sauce. It was served with a side of fork-fluffed, offered in this inviting blue-and-yellow space are a cut well-seasoned homemade mashed potatoes. The entrées above those found at ordinary Mediterranean joints. are big, so if you plan to order one, just pace yourself.

Even the pita. Shipped in frozen from Israel and Dessert is more of an afterbaked on-site, the thick, soft, fluffy thought here. The baklava, an rounds have nooks and crannies that Hamsa assortment of four, was very good, make a perfect nestling spot for the 7 West Railroad Avenue, Tenafly; but the molten chocolate cake was wonderful dips, such as the creamy, 201-871-6060; www.hamsausa.com super-fudgy and way too sweet. uber-garlicky baba ghanoush. It cradles Hours On another visit, I’ll look forward the matbucha just fine, too. Similar to Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m.– to sampling more of the savory caponata, this saucy eggplant tapenade 9:30 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; stuff (such as the stuffed artialso contains red peppers—and more Saturday, 5–10 p.m. chokes). Oh, and a little advice than a touch of spice. If you’re a What you should know that could spare you some guacamole fan, you’ll like the avocado • Entrées average $28 embarrassment: Hamsa is a salad, though it’s really a spread— • BYO (beverage must be Glatt BYOB, but not just any “B” will simple, lemony and fresh. The Kosher) do—make sure your bottle is cauliflower spread, on the other hand, • Handicapped accessible Glatt Kosher or you won’t be able has fork-worthy chunks of crisp • Live entertainment on Saturdays to enjoy it at your table! ■ • All credit cards accepted cauliflower florets tossed in a divine

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If you’ve got a craving, there’s a dining establishment in Bergen County (or nearby) that will satisfy it. Turn to this listing next time you want a wonderful meal out.

AIRMONT, N.Y.

KINARA Northern Indian cuisine. · 880 River Rd.,

CITRUS GRILLE Contemporary American cui-

Edgewater · 201-313-0555

sine. · 430 E. Saddle River Rd., Airmont, N.Y. · 845-352-5533

LA VECCHIA NAPOLI Traditional southern Italian

ALLENDALE

THE RIVER PALM TERRACE Classic steak house. ·

RESTAURANT L Eclectic cuisine. · 9 Franklin Tpk.,

Allendale · 201-785-1112 SAVINI Italian cuisine. · 168 W. Crescent Ave.,

cuisine. · 2 Hilliard Ave., Edgewater · 201-941-6799 1416 River Rd., Edgewater · 201-224-2013 ROBERTO’S II Gourmet Italian. · 936 River Rd.,

Edgewater · 201-224-2524

pasta and shellfish. · 499 Midland Ave., Garfield · 973-546-1889

HACKENSACK BANGKOK GARDEN Traditional Thai cuisine.

· 261 Main St., Hackensack · 201-487-2620 THE CROW’S NEST Contemporary American fare. · 309 Vincent Ave., Rt. 17 South, Hackensack · 201-342-5445

Allendale · 201-760-3700

ELMWOOD PARK

CARLSTADT

TROVATO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Italian cuisine

IL VILLAGGIO Italian dining. · 651 Rt. 17 North,

with fresh pasta. · 206 Rt. 46 East, Elmwood Park · 201-797-7552

MAGGIANO'S LITTLE ITALY Fine Italian fare. · 70 Riverside Sq., Hackensack · 201-221-2030

ENGLEWOOD

THE RESTAURANT American eclectic fare. · 160 Prospect Ave., Hackensack · 201-678-1100

Carlstadt · 201-935-7733

BAUMGART’S CAFE American and Chinese

HARLEY’S IRISH PUB Continental American/Irish fare. · 366 River St., Hackensack · 201-342-4747

dishes in a retro ‘50s setting. · 45 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood · 201-569-6267

RUDY’S RESTAURANT Continental cuisine.

BLUE MOON MEXICAN CAFE Traditional

THE SEA SHACK RESTAURANT Friendly, casual

Mexican dishes. · 21 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood · 201-541-0600

seafood eatery. · 293 Polifly Rd., Hackensack · 201-489-7232

ENGLEWOOD DINER Salads, Italian specials,

THE STONY HILL INN Continental fare. · 231 Polifly Rd., Hackensack · 201-342-4085

steaks. · 54-56 Engle St., Englewood · 201-569-8855 SMOKE CHOPHOUSE Steaks, seafood and cigars.

· 107 Anderson St., Hackensack · 201-489-4831

· 36 Engle St., Englewood · 201-541-8530

HARRINGTON PARK

CHESTNUT RIDGE, N.Y.

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS

JADE VILLAGE Japanese and Chinese cuisine. · 606 South Pascack Rd., Chestnut Ridge, N.Y. · 845-735-1188

ASSEMBLY STEAK HOUSE & SEAFOOD GRILL

DINO’S RESTAURANT Contemporary Italian cuisine. · 12 Tappan Rd., Harrington Park · 201-767-4245

Classic American steak house. · 495 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs · 201-568-2616

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS

CLOSTER

CAFE ITALIANO Fine family dining. · 14 Sylvan

IVY INN Continental cuisine in a romantic set-

Ave., Englewood Cliffs · 201-461-5041

ting. · 268 Terrace Ave., Hasbrouck Heights · 201-393-7699

HARVEST BISTRO & BAR French/new American

fare. · 252 Schraalenburgh Rd., Closter 201-750-9966

GRISSINI TRATTORIA Elegant Italian eatery. · 484 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs · 201-568-3535

HAWORTH

PAULIE’S American/Mediterranean casual dining.

FAIR LAWN

ANDIAMO Eclectic Italian fare. · 23 Hardenburgh

· 171 Schraalenburgh Rd., Closter · 201-767-1242

Ave., Haworth · 201-384-1551

DAVIA Continental/Italian. · 6-09 Fair Lawn Ave.,

CRESSKILL

Fair Lawn · 201-797-6767

HAWTHORNE

GRIFFIN’S BAR & EATERY American fare. · 44 E.

OCEANOS Greek cuisine, seafood. · 2-27 Saddle River

Madison Ave., Cresskill · 201-541-7575

Rd., Fair Lawn · 201-796-0546

SABOR LATIN BISTRO Latin fare. · 1060 Goffle Rd.,

HANAMI Chinese/Japanese cuisine. · 41 Union

RIVARA’S American cuisine. · 6-18 Maple Ave.,

Hawthorne · 973-238-0800

Ave., Cresskill · 201-567-8508

Fair Lawn · 201-797-4878

HILLSDALE

UMEYA Japanese cuisine. · 156 Piermont Rd.,

THE RIVER PALM TERRACE Classic steak house.

Cresskill · 201-816-0511

· 41-11 Rt. 4 West, Fair Lawn · 201-703-3500

CAFE CAPRI Casual Italian eatery. · 343 Broadway, Hillsdale · 201-664-6422

DUMONT

FAIRVIEW

IL MULINO Northern Italian cuisine featuring sea

DON QUIJOTE Spanish cuisine. · 344 Bergen

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CHAKRA Continental fare with Asian influences. · 144 Rt. 4 East, Paramus · 201-556-1530 JOE’S AMERICAN BAR & GRILL Steaks, salads,

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Be THERE J U LY July 4—Head out for a fun-filled Independence Day with Ridgewood’s annual FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION, featuring a flagraising ceremony at 9 a.m., a parade at 10 a.m. and fireworks in the evening at Veterans Field.

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Five-year plan: “I’d love to dance on Broadway—a show like Wicked where you get to do different styles of dance. I’d like to open a dance studio; maybe that’s the 10-year plan.”

Good cry: “I’m not a big crier, but when I saw Marley & Me, I bawled. Our 10-year-old dog, Champ, a Wheaten terrier, died last year, so the movie undid me.”

A CHAT WITH

Kelly Sheerins THE 23-YEAR-OLD HO-HO-KUS DANCER AND COVER-GIRL FINALIST REVEALS WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE A HIGH-KICKING RADIO CITY ROCKETTE

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Snack attack: “Trail mix.”

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Words of wisdom: “Never give up. The first time I auditioned for the Rockettes, I didn’t get it, but I went back, and here I am three years later still dancing with them.” ■

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Insider info about the show: “You have to be between 5-foot 61⁄2 and 5-foot 10; no exceptions. We might look calm but backstage it’s controlled chaos. The pants for the wooden soldier number are very starched, so you have to jump out of them to change outfits—all in 90 seconds.”

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Board-Certified American Board of Surgery in Vascular Surgery Board-Certified American Board of Surgery in General Surgery • Fellow of American College of Surgery • Fellow of American College of Phlebology • Society of Vascular Surgery • Eastern Vascular Society • New Jersey Vascular Society • Society of Vascular Ultrasound • Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at UMDNJ • Hackensack University Medical Center Staff Surgeon • Valley Hospital Staff Vascular Surgeon • Chief Emeritus Vascular Surgery Holy Name Hospital • American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery • American Society of Aesthetics in Medicine • American Venous Forum • Director, Vascular Laboratories of New Jersey • International Society of Cardiovascular Surgery • Fellowship Trained in Critical Care Medicine • •

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DEAN H. WASSERMAN, M.D., RVT, FACS, FACPh 1 WEST RIDGEWOOD AVENUE, PARAMUS, NJ 07652

201.612.1750 FAX 201.612.1760 www.veintreatmentcenternj.com

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