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The results are in

Saint Peter’s University Hospital gets top grades on healthcare industry “report cards.”

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Thanks to these innovations, hospital patients are receiving better care more safely.

Helping children bre athe freely

With the right treatment program, kids can conquer springtime asthma triggers.

Inspiring hope

Two physicians, tops in their fields, are honored for their dedication to their patients.

FACES OF SAINT PETER’S Meet a vegan otolaryngologist and a singing surgeon!

Spring fling

Check out the season’s newest flirty, feminine fashions—and fall in love.

It’s in the bag

Get a handle on all the stuff you carry with a great new “tote.”

Buckle Up!

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in central New Jersey.

Pack the car. Four great weekend destinations are a short ride away.

Local Buzz

Why not undo those messy buns and wear your hair in a flattering top knot?

Do you know jack(fruit)? If not, maybe it’s time to meet this exotic nutritional powerhouse.

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Home Front

Together or apart, Pantone’s colors of the year—rose quartz and serenity—add magic to almost any room.

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Thought you knew all about sandwiches? Here are four recipes that will whet your appetite anew.

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THE BEST OF THE BEST. THAT’S WHAT A MAGNET DESIGNATION SAYS ABOUT SAINT PETER’S NURSING EXCELLENCE. But this isn’t the first time the compassion, professional dedication and commitment of our nurses have been recognized. Our first Magnet® designation was in 1998. This latest Magnet® recognition marks the fifth consecutive time we have received this honor for nursing excellence. Saint Peter’s is now only the fifth hospital internationally to achieve this level of recognition! Saint Peter’s University Hospital. When you want the best in patient care, trust the best nursing team.

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Proud to be recognized as a Top Hospital.

proven quality in patient care sain t pe t er’s he a lt hca r e syst em h as a lot to be proud of when it comes to the delivery of quality patient care. that’s not us tooting our own horn, either. the ratings agencies agree. saint peter’s is consistently among the best providers of clinical quality in all of new Jersey and across the nation. this edition of Central Jersey Health & Life magazine is devoted to that story of excellence so that you, the health consumer, can turn to saint peter’s with confidence when you or a loved one is in need of medical aid. Did you know, for instance, that saint peter’s owns an “a” hospital safety score from the leapfrog Group, which rates how well hospitals protect patients from accidents, errors, injuries and infections? saint peter’s is the lone new Brunswick hospital to be so recognized. Did you know as well that saint peter’s is a top performer for clinical quality, as judged by the Joint commission, the leading accreditor of hospital programs in the United states? saint peter’s has earned that ranking for four consecutive years, a remarkable record considering that only 6 percent of U.s. hospitals can say the same. please turn to “inside look” (page 14) for a closer inspection of our hospital’s “report cards.” there you’ll learn more about how saint peter’s is a hospital of excellence in the treatment of heart failure, heart attack, childhood asthma and pneumonia, and is also a leader in surgical care and perinatal care. Drilling down a bit deeper, saint peter’s is investing in numerous new technologies that are placing us at the apex of the innovation curve, further ensuring that our patients are receiving the best possible care. “tech savvy” (page 17) explores a range of those exciting clinical tools, including heated chemotherapy, a new cancer treatment that is being performed at only a handful of hospitals in the United states; new low-dose radiation technologies that are safer and more effective for our patients; leading-edge bloodless surgery techniques, which promote faster, safer patient recoveries; and much, much more. this edition of Central Jersey Health & Life also shines the spotlight on some of our first-class physicians. mark hiatt, m.D., director of the neonatal intensive care Unit, and susan mcmanus, m.D., director of the saint peter’s Breast center, are among that group. see “Up close” (page 19) to read more about how they will be honored for their standout careers at the spring saint peter’s Foundation Gala on april 16, an annual charitable event held in support of the plethora of saint peter’s clinical programs. you can also learn more about the personal lives of two of our physicians—one a karaoke fanatic, the other an ardent follower of a vegan lifestyle—in our “Faces of saint peter’s” feature (page 20). so read on … and enjoy!

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“Fifteen years ago my babies weighed just over two pounds each. Today, they’re healthy teenagers.” —Karen Eng

I TRUSTED THE HIGH-RISK SPECIALISTS AT SAINT PETER’S AND THEY DELIVERED. When I went into labor ten weeks early, I prayed for a miracle. My babies weighed just over two pounds each when they were born. The high-risk birth specialists at Saint Peter’s University Hospital knew I was scared. Their care and compassion gave me hope when I needed it the most. Fifteen years later, the triplets who were small enough to ﬁt in my hand, are teenagers that love music, sports, are honor roll students, and still quite a handful.

To learn more about Neonatal Care, call 732.745.8600 or visit saintpetershcs.com/NICU The Joint Commission’s Top Performer on Key Quality Measures® 2014 • Heart Attack • Heart Failure • Pneumonia • Surgical Care • Children’s Asthma • Perinatal Care

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As someone who is not a big fan of winter, i’m thrilled that spring is here. i love seeing sunlight when i’m driving home from work and having crocuses make a colorful appearance in my garden. And there are so many wonderful things to do in central Jersey to celebrate the season— picking strawberries, flying kites, running a 5K, checking out a rodeo, all of which you can read about on page 44. And of course there’s shopping! need a little inspiration for updating your spring wardrobe? Check out the flirty, feminine fashions we showcase starting on page 26 (followed by handbags in all shapes and sizes on page 32 and seven new styles of shoes page 34). And on page 24 we show you how to rock the hottest celebrity hairstyle—the universally flattering top knot. is booking a spring getaway on your “to do” list? Be sure to read our article on page 46 before deciding where to go. it’s about four terrific weekend destinations that are within easy driving distance—ideal options if you’re short on time, cash or frequent flyer miles. (i’ve already made reservations at the Culinary institute of America!) there’s much more to discover in this spring issue of Central Jersey Health & Life. enjoy!

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Saturday, April 16: Sons of the Flag 5K to support burn survivors, Woods Road Firehouse, Hillsborough. $40; sonsoftheflag.webconnex.com/ newjersey5k. Saturday, April 23: Earth Day Step It Up for Research to benefit Thea’s Star of Hope helping kids with brain tumors, Pond Road Middle School, Robbinsville. $25; theasstarofhope.org (click on “events”). Sunday, April 24: Inaugural Westfield Day Care Center 5K and Children’s Dash, Nomahegan Park, Cranford. $25 for 5K; free for children’s dash; runsignup.com/Race/NJ/ Cranford/WestfieldDayCareCenter5K.

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Now that spring has sprung, it’s time to take your healthy lifestyle resolutions outdoors. Why not participate in a local 5K run/walk to shape up while helping a good cause? Don’t worry if you’re not a world-class runner—these events are communityoriented and attract participants of all ages and skill levels. In some cases there are accompanying health fairs and other attractions. Think you’re ready? We know you are! Sign up for one of these upcoming runs:

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Saturday, May 7: Soaring Above the Storm to benefit CADASIL (cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy) research, Johnson Park, Piscataway. $25 through April 7, $30 after; runsignup.com/Race/NJ/ PiscatawayTownship/Soaring AbovetheStorm5KRunand1MileWalk forCADASIL.

In the culinary world, Scott Anderson sits at the head of the table. The executive chef and co-owner of the heralded Princeton restaurant Elements, Anderson has been named a semifinalist for the James Beard Foundation’s Best Mid-Atlantic Chef award. This honor from the nonprofit culinary arts organization recognizes “chefs who have set new or consistent standards of excellence in their respective regions.” Anderson and his partners opened Elements in 2008, serving modern American fare while using fresh, local ingredients and innovative techniques. They soon opened a sister restaurant, Mistral, also in Princeton, where Anderson stresses a farm-to-table approach. The JBF has had its eye on Anderson for several years, nominating him for the best chef award in 2013 and 2014. This year’s winners will be announced at the James Beard Awards Gala in Chicago on May 2.

Saturday, May 14: We Shall OverRun to benefit Hunterdon Hospice, Lebanon Reformed Church, Lebanon. $25 before April 27, $30 before May 14, $35 on race day; itsyourrace.com (click on “events”). Saturday, June 4: Lakeview 5K for Diabetes Research, Roosevelt Park, Edison. $22; 732.549.6187, raceforum .com/lakeview-5k.

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The seeds are planted; now watch the gardeners grow! Graduation ceremonies were held recently for a new class of Middlesex County Master Gardeners, sending the new community volunteers off to practice and teach responsible horticulture and environmental principles. Whether or not you have a green thumb, you can learn a lot from the Master Gardeners, who have been active in Middlesex County for 27 years. They attend county fairs and neighborhood plant sales, and many conduct presentations and demonstrations throughout the county. They also answer your questions on the Garden Help Line (732.398.5220). Want to learn more about these horticultural heroes? Visit mgmcnj.org.

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If getting around is a problem for you at your age, call on SAGE. Through the Meals on Wheels program, the eldercare volunteers at SAGE—that’s the Summit area Association for Gerontological Endeavor—deliver more than 44,000 hot meals annually to people age 60 and older who are frail, homebound or disabled. Meals delivered by SAGE are planned by a registered dietitian. They cater to special diets and include diabetic, pureed and kidney-friendly meals—all low in fat and sodium. Want to cook your own meals? SAGE volunteers can help you buy groceries. Members of the Summit Educational Foundation (SEF) recently participated in Meals on Wheels America’s “March for Meals” campaign, which was coordinated in our area by SAGE. Pictured, volunteer Stephen Round, SAGE Deputy Executive Director Angela Sullivan, SEF President Christine Murray, SEF Vice President Irene Murdock and SAGE Executive Director Fred Jenny.

Culture caught

on film Film fans recently enjoyed the 16th annual Rutgers Jewish Film Festival, held at the Regal Cinema Commerce Center in North Brunswick. Over eight nights, a series of screenings, lectures and Q&A sessions entertained and educated audiences on Jewish life and culture. Audience choice award winners included Raise the Roof for Best Documentary Film and The Last Mentsch for Best Dramatic Film. Israeli singer/songwriter David Broza treated moviegoers on opening night, performing for fans after the first film screening. Broza was the subject of East Jerusalem West Jerusalem, a documentary that followed the musician as he traveled to East Jerusalem to record his latest album. The festival is sponsored by the Bildner Center at Rutgers University.

Hold the wheat

“Let them eat cake!” Marie Antoinette supposedly said. But if you have a gluten disorder like celiac disease, conventional cake can be a problem. Still, many restaurants now make gluten-free dining easier by offering special dishes and designating kitchen areas as zones free of wheat, barley, rye and other gluten-containing ingredients. Here are a few of our favorite places that offer gluten-free choices: Carlo’s Gourmet (326 Route 9, Englishtown, 732.536.6070; carlosgourmet pizza.com) makes enjoying pizza, pasta and other Italian favorites possible. All items from the extensive gluten-free menu are carefully prepared to reduce crosscontamination. Zagat reviewers rave about Just Restaurant (2280 Route 9 South, Old Bridge, 732.707.4800; justrestaurantnj.com), which has a diverse selection of gluten-free options—filet mignon kebabs, tandoori chicken or chili-glazed short ribs, anyone? With gorgeous riverside views and healthy, locally sourced menu options, the Clean Plate Kitchen (49 Main St., Clinton, 908.528.8261; cleanplateclinton .com) is a dining destination in Hunterdon County. In addition to catering to glutenfree customers, it offers vegetarians and those with dairy and nut allergies plenty to eat here. If you’re looking for worry-free bread, bagels, muffins and other baked goods, head over to Fallon’s Gluten Free Bake Shop (339 Crows Mill Rd., Fords, 732.710.3338; fallonsglutenfreebakeshop .com). All items are made in-house and from scratch in a 100 percent gluten- and nut-free facility. So yes, you can eat cake!

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recognizes the knowledge, teamwork and dedication of the entire hospital staff,” said Ronald C. Rak, J.D., CEO of Saint Peter’s Healthcare System. “We understand what matters most to patients at Saint Peter’s is the quality and safety of the care they receive. That is why we have made it a top priority to improve positive patient outcomes through evidence-based care processes.” Assessing care for key conditions The Joint Commission released its findings in its 2015 annual report entitled America’s Hospitals: Improving Quality and Safety, which measured quality clinical performance by U.S. hospitals during 2014. The Top Performer program recognizes hospitals for improving performance on evidence-based care for patients with certain health conditions. To be a Top Performer, hospitals had to be ranked in the 95th percentile or above in various performance measures. Saint Peter’s was the only hospital in its region of central New Jersey—defined as Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon

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If you’re looking for a well-regarded restaurant, you can turn to guides such as Zagat or Michelin. But where do you look for a reliable, informed review of the many hospitals you can choose from? Perhaps the two most trusted sources for hospital quality assessment are the Joint Commission, the nation’s leading healthcare accrediting agency, and the Leapfrog Group, an employer-funded watchdog organization. Each scrutinizes the nation’s hospitals and assigns grades or ranks in a variety of categories. Neither makes it easy to score high. Yet Saint Peter’s University Hospital recently earned both groups’ highest honors for excellent performance. Saint Peter’s was recognized for the fourth year in a row as a national “Top Performer on Key Quality Measures” by the Joint Commission. The hospital also earned an A grade in the Fall 2015 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Score, which rates how well hospitals protect patients from accidents, errors, injuries and infections. “Each of these prestigious honors

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Celebrating a safety recognition for Saint Peter’s University Hospital recently were Pamela Harmon, R.N., director, women’s and children’s services; Edwin Guzman, M.D., chair, Department of Ob-Gyn; Nayan Kothari, M.D., chief academic officer; and Linda Carroll, R.N., chief nursing officer.

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and Mercer counties—to be cited for excellence in all six disease categories in which all hospitals were measured: heart failure, heart attack, surgical care, pneumonia, childhood asthma and perinatal care. To take one example, Saint Peter’s was one of only two hospitals in New Jersey cited for excellence in the care of childhood asthma. (See page 18.) Nationally, Saint Peter’s is among only 6 percent of Joint Commission-accredited hospitals to earn Top Performer status for clinical quality for four consecutive years. The Leapfrog Group provides the only hospital safety rating to be analyzed in the peer-reviewed Journal of Patient Safety. Its Hospital Safety Score uses 28 measures of publicly available hospital safety data and is designed to give people information they can use to protect themselves and their families. Saint Peter’s was the only hospital in New Brunswick and one of only two hospitals in Middlesex County to receive an A safety grade. Fewer than half of the state’s hospitals earned an A, and just 31 percent of more than 2,500 hospitals nationally got one. The hospital gathers data It takes a staff of nine fulltime employees at Saint Peter’s to compile the data on care quality and safety and work with the grading organizations, says Robert MacFadyen, manager of performance improvement. “The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has brought greater emphasis on transparency and empowering patients to make informed healthcare decisions,” he says. “Our entire staff is dedicated to this, including nursing and physician leadership, because accreditation affects so many layers: medical records, human resources, lab work, environmental services, security, engineering—it’s not just direct patient care.” Teresa Artz, manager of clinical effectiveness, is charged with collecting data and reviewing the latest research for best practices, and then working

with providers and health insurance partners to ensure that Saint Peter’s staff are well informed on best practices and are delivering the most up-to-date clinical care. “I run meetings that roll out any new treatments, then measure the outcomes of those treatments,” she says. “I provide information and literature behind the new practices and educate staff about value-based care, which is essentially what the ACA is.” This collaboration comes into play most crucially on the patient floors. Take, for example, a patient with blood clots. “Staff from our quality unit will collaborate with the physicians and ask them to consider a certain type of medication or to review the chart for safety concerns that can arise with blood clots,” MacFadyen says. “Every U.S. hospital is striving to improve care in these areas. But we have staff members who are ahead of the curve in knowing how to recognize these measures and correct any problems that exist. It is a point of pride that we are considered a Top Performer.” As another example of care improvement, the hospital enhanced its medication alert system, which lets physicians know if a certain type or dosage of prescribed medication is not in compliance with guidelines. “There may be an appropriate reason for that, and the physician can validate the decision, but the system provides checks and balances to prevent medication errors,” says Linda Carroll, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services. “The IT department put a lot of effort into making this system work better.” Given the competitive nature of health care and the ACA’s increasing requirements for transparency, all these measures are critical. “Being able to showcase your metrics is very important for a hospital’s success,” Carroll says. “We want patients to know we are providing the best possible care.” The Joint Commission and the Leapfrog Group, she says, “are report cards on how well we are meeting those goals.”

About the Joint Commission

An independent, not-for-profit organization, the Joint Commission accredits and certifies nearly 21,000 healthcare organizations and programs in the United States. Mission Statement: “To continuously improve health care for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating healthcare organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value.” For more information about the Top Performer program, visit jointcommission.org/accreditation/ top_performers.aspx.

About the Leapfrog Group

The Leapfrog Group mobilizes employer purchasing power to alert America’s health industry that big leaps in healthcare safety, quality and customer value will be recognized and rewarded. Among other initiatives, Leapfrog works with its employer members to encourage transparency and easy access to healthcare information as well as rewards for hospitals that have a proven record of high-quality care. Mission Statement: “To trigger giant leaps forward in the safety, quality and affordability of health care by supporting informed healthcare decisions by those who use and pay for health care and promoting high-value health care through incentives and rewards.” To see Saint Peter’s University Hospital’s scores as they compare nationally and locally, visit the Hospital Safety Score website at hospitalsafetyscore.org. john o’boyle

to find out more about services avail able for you or your family at saint peter’s university hospital, please call 732.745.8600 or visit saintpetershcs.com. To share this article with a friend or to recommend it on your Facebook page, visit centraljerseyhealthandlife.com.

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Interventional radiologist Christopher Gribbin, M.D., works with the new Saint Peter’s low-dose radiation technology.

7Great new tools

These systems, devices and innovations help Saint Peter’s University Hospital deliver better care more safely.

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Here’s some of what’s ne w at Saint Pe ter’s: Heated chemotherapy. A new cancer treatment fills the abdominal cavity with heated chemotherapy drugs after the surgeon removes tumors or lesions from the area. It’s called hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC)— heated chemo, for short—and Itzhak Avital, M.D., chair of the Department of Surgery, has helped make Saint Peter’s a statewide pioneer in its use. “Chemo delivered through the veins does not penetrate into the cavity,” Dr. Avital explains. “With HIPEC we can deliver chemo into direct contact with tumors as small as one-fourth of a centimeter. And heated chemotherapy raises the toxic potency of the drugs, making them more effective.” Cardiac monitors. New heart monitors from Nihon Kohden were chosen with input from the Saint Peter’s nurses, who tested several models. “We made sure we chose one with all the bells and whistles the nurses required,” says Linda Carroll, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services. For instance, they liked that they could tailor the alarm system to each patient’s specific needs. “It’s not unusual for staff to be involved in decisions about purchasing equipment,” Carroll says. The new cardiac monitors provide continuous information on patients’ vital signs at the bedside and at nursing stations in the adult Intensive

Care Unit (ICU) and the Neonatal ICU and on all medical and surgical floors. Bloodless surgery. This program began as a way to meet the religious, medical and personal requirements of patients who opt not to have blood transfusions, but it may be the future for all of us. Research shows that patients in bloodless procedures have fewer complications, faster recoveries and shorter hospital stays. “Bloodless medicine uses scientifically based medical and surgical techniques to decrease or avoid the need for transfusion,” says Howard Lakritz, M.D., chairman of anesthesiology and medical director of the program, which grew from about 150 patients in 2014 to 225 last year. “We hope to keep it growing,” he says. “Bloodless surgery should be the standard of care.” Fall prevention. Saint Peter’s uses monitors with alarm systems to augment patient education and rounding by staff to reduce the likelihood of patient falls and injuries, greatly improving safety in the hospital. Each bed in the Adult Medicine Unit is equipped with a monitor, which alerts nursing staff if a patient is moving too much and may need assistance. Says Yolanda Delgado, the unit’s nurse manager: “We’re consistently below national benchmarks for number of falls.” New radiology tools. These new technologies have made low-dose imaging more efficient. Used in the catheterization

lab during minimally invasive procedures, an X-ray technology called Allura Clarity produces clearer images with much less radiation. “We now do more minimally invasive procedures and we need to see the tiny tools we use very well,” says Christopher Gribbin, M.D., an interventional radiologist. “Clarity allows us to perform sophisticated procedures with 50 to 70 percent less radiation.” Surgeons can also use less contrast dye, he adds, and the machine is easier for technicians to use. “Genius” 3D Mammography. This new imaging system produces two- and three-dimensional images using lowdose X-rays. It helps radiologists more effectively determine the size, shape and location of breast abnormalities, resulting in a 41 percent increase in the detection of invasive breast cancers and a 29 percent increase in finding all breast cancers. “This is a very promising breast imaging system, especially for women with dense breasts,” says Susan McManus, M.D., director of the Breast Center. “And it reduces callback rates for additional imaging.” Elekta Infinity linear accelerator. This image-guided radiation delivery system can calculate precisely where to deliver radiation and what dose is needed, enabling radiologists to “shrink-wrap” the dose around a tumor. This means patients receive the most highly targeted but lowest dose possible in the shortest time, reducing radiation by up to 50 percent.

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seasonal health

Archana Singh, M.D., chief of pediatric pulmonology, checks a youngster’s breathing.

Helping kids

breathe freely

In springtime, asthma triggers are everywhere. But the right treatment program makes a big difference for children.

home care plan for each youngster with asthma. Such a plan can be filled out with individual information that identifies a patient’s specific allergen triggers and the medications he or she should take. So that everyone knows what to do in an emergency, this individual plan can be shared with teachers, school nurses, coaches and babysitters. Just as springtime pollen can trigger asthma, says Dr. Singh, so can other allergens, including pet dander, dust mites, smoke, mold and extreme hot or cold weather. “Signs of asthma can include having breathing trouble during routine activity and sports, getting tired more easily, and wheezing and coughing at night when not otherwise sick,” she adds. If your child shows these symptoms, check with his or her doctor—and make sure that doctor knows about the Childhood Asthma Program at Saint Peter’s.

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childhood asthma was on the rise. “But that increase in prevalence has ceased,” says Archana Singh, M.D., chief of pediatric pulmonology at The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital. Fortunately for families in central New Jersey, there’s a great resource nearby. The Childhood Asthma Program at Saint Peter’s is one of only two in the state recognized by the Joint Commission, America’s leading accreditor of healthcare organizations. “That means we’re a ‘Top Performer’ in delivering the right asthma treatment at the right time in an appropriate way,” says Dr. Singh. Any child who comes to the hospital and is suspected of having asthma is thoroughly examined according to the latest evidence-based guidelines and given any tests necessary to confirm a diagnosis. Family members are also educated about medications, which come in two kinds— “rescue” medications aimed at stopping an attack and preventive ones taken regularly to control asthma and make attacks less likely. Every family gets help coordinating follow-up care with the child’s pediatrician or family physician or a pulmonologist. Families also receive a personalized

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Does your child wheeze? Cough in the middle of the night? Have trouble breathing? If so, you may already be familiar with childhood asthma. The leading cause of hospital stays and school absences among kids 5 to 18, it’s responsible for an annual loss of 14 million school days in this country. And it affects at least 6 million U.S. youngsters. Asthma is a respiratory condition that affects lungs marked by spasms in the bronchi of the lungs. It can be especially dangerous for children, because a child’s airways are narrower than an adult’s, increasing the danger of airway constriction. Spring is the worst time for children’s asthma, because roughly 75 percent of kids with the condition have heightened immune responses to common allergens, especially inhaled allergens, in which symptoms are triggered by seasonal allergies. As the weather warms, there are more of the pollens in the air that can be triggers. These pollens, which can make ordinary children sneeze or give them watery eyes, can spark an attack in kids with allergic asthma that makes breathing itself difficult. “Spring allergies begin in February and last until the early summer,” says the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, adding that “when the day is windy and warm, pollen counts surge.” No wonder May has been designated Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month. Experts say that in recent years

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Giving every patient

hope

Inspired by their families long ago, these doctors now inspire special confidence in those they treat. The finest physicians have an extra quality that can’t be derived from a medical textbook, and a hospital that finds a doctor of this sort can consider itself a fortunate institution. Saint Peter’s Healthcare System has found two special physicians of this kind in Mark Hiatt, M.D., director of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU); and Susan McManus, M.D., director of the Saint Peter’s Breast Center. These doctors oversee two of the system’s clinically top-rated programs. Also, says Michael Loch, director of annual giving for the Saint Peter’s Foundation, “they both make sure their patients and families always believe there is hope.” That’s why they’re being feted at this year’s Spring Saint Peter’s Foundation Gala on April 16 at the Heldrich Hotel in New Brunswick. Dr. McManus, 64, grew up in New York. “I come from a long line of doctors—my father, grandfather, uncle, brother—and was naturally drawn to medicine,” she says. “But it was my mother, a nurse, who thought I would be a good doctor.” After a surgical residency at New York City’s Beth Israel Hospital, she began as a general surgeon at Saint Peter’s University Hospital, but switched her focus to caring for breast cancer patients. She has served on almost every committee at Saint Peter’s,

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Mark Hiatt, M.D., and Susan McManus, M.D.

feeling a duty to the hospital community. But her passion is caring for patients. “I love surgery, and love even more taking care of my patients for a long time,” she says. “Breast disease and cancer is the right field for me. Thank God, we have such good survival rates now that I know patients for 10, 20, 25 years. Those relationships I treasure.” Dr. McManus says she is proud to be the first female physician at Saint Peter’s to receive this award, although as the number of women physicians increases, she is sure she will not be the last. She is also the first female doctor honored at the gala. “There are many women in medicine now, but when I started at Saint Peter’s there were only eight or 10 of us here,” she says. “I consider my receiving this honor symbolic for all the women physicians.” She and her husband, Robert Pickoff, M.D., a cardiologist, have three grown children, one of whom is a physician. Dr. Hiatt, 69, was born in a displaced persons camp in Germany just after World War II. His parents were Eastern European Jews who survived the Holocaust and came to the United States in 1949, when he was 2. “Education was prized in our family and culture,” he says. “My mother thought doctors walked on water and I can’t remember wanting to be anything else. I recall doctors making house calls and they seemed to have a magical aura about them.” He grew up in Syracuse, attended Cornell Medical College and did his residency in pediatrics at what was then called Cornell New York Hospital, then a fellowship in neonatal/perinatal medicine at Columbia. “As a third-year med student, I had an epiphany,” he says. “I walked into the neonatal unit at New York Hospital— the memory is vivid to this day—and I saw an incubator with a premature baby inside. Taking care of tiny infants like that was something I wanted very much to do.” Dr. Hiatt lives in Rumson with his wife, Doris, a psychologist and professor of psychology. They have two grown sons and two granddaughters. Having worked at Saint Peter’s for 36 years, he is “thrilled and humbled” to be honored, he says. “To be on the same platform as Susan McManus, who is a magnificent physician and a wonderful person, just magnifies the honor. I love Saint Peter’s and have spent almost all my professional life in this NICU. I love what I do and I have the best job in the world. I can come in to work every day and see a brand new baby. That is still a miracle to me.” To attend the Spring Saint Peter’s Foundation Gala or to learn more, call Michael Loch, director of annual giving, Saint Peter’s Foundation, at 732.565.5465.

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faces of saint peter’s

Jay B. Horowitz, M.D. OTOLARYNGOLOGIST

Should a doctor who isn’t a diet specialist care about his patients’ diet? For Jay B. Horowitz, M.D., the answer is a clear yes.

How we all eat is important to Jay B. Horowitz, M.D., from both a professional and personal standpoint. An otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat doctor) at Saint Peter’s University Hospital and a longtime vegan, he believes that a plant-based diet is not only healthier but also promotes conservation of natural resources. Brooklyn native Dr. Horowitz, 54, now lives in East Brunswick with his wife Amy, 50, a lawyer. They have three children, ages 22, 20 and 17. Dr. Horowitz went to medical school and completed his residency in otolaryngology at Yale University, and he has been with Saint Peter’s for 24 years. How did you come to embrace a vegan diet?

About seven years ago, my daughter Dana, who is now 20, wanted to eat vegetarian. The whole family joined her and our diet evolved from vegetarian to whole-food vegan. It was harder for me to change my eating habits, for all the usual reasons: “Where will I get my protein?, I like meat,” etc. But my daughter made a really strong argument, and the data are clear about how beneficial this diet is for animals and the planet as a whole. And you found it healthier? Yes. Many research studies indicate that a whole-food, plant-based diet can contribute to reductions in chronic disease and obesity. It was a revelation. As I delved into it the data were very persuasive. Do you promote this diet to your patients? I really do. Some find it strange that an ear, nose and throat doctor does this—I’m not a cardiologist. But there are correlations with diet even in my field—for example, with ear infections in kids, chronic nasal drainage and sleep apnea. And of course the vast majority of patients are significantly overweight. We have reached a crisis point in public health and the medical community is finally starting to see that. As for me, I really don’t miss eating animal products and I definitely feel healthier. I can’t see going back.

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“Many research studies indicate that a whole-food, pl ant-based diet can contribute to reductions in chronic disease and obesit y. It was a revel ation.” — jay B. Horowitz, M.D.

Niranjan “Bonki” Rao, M.D. VASCULAR AND GENERAL SURGEON

A surgeon works with his hands, but Niranjan “Bonki” Rao, M.D., relaxes with his voice. Dr. Rao, a vascular and general surgeon and chief medical officer at Saint Peter’s University Hospital, is a karaoke enthusiast who started a karaoke club for other doctors and friends about 15 years ago. A native of Bangalore, India, Dr. Rao lives with his wife, Meena, an engineer and homemaker, in Franklin Park. They have three grown children and two grandchildren. After studying medicine in India, Dr. Rao did his surgical residency at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia and a fellowship in vascular surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. He has been with Saint Peter’s for almost 30 years. Have you always enjoyed singing? Yes. I used to sing as a kid, not professionally but recreationally. When karaoke was introduced in the late 1990s, tracks came out for popular Indian film songs—Bollywood songs. I started to invite some close friends over. I said, “I am not feeding you, I want you all to sing.” And everyone sang. One turned out to be a brilliant singer and his wife didn’t know he could sing. Her jaw fell open. Does it help you forget the pressures of medicine? Oh, yes. We call the group the Stress Busters. We meet every couple of months at someone’s house to relax and enjoy music. We also sing Western music—Neil Diamond, James Taylor, mostly popular soft rock. I bought a state-of-the-art karaoke mixer. When we get together, we have a great time and totally relax. Sometimes we sing till 1 or 2 a.m. Do you sing in public? I have sung at karaoke bars in a group and at Indian functions. I sang at my children’s weddings. But I like it more in a private setting. As chief medical officer and a practicing sur-

Intense focus is vital in the work of a surgeon like Niranjan Rao, M.D. And it’s also important to kick back and relax. He does that by singing.

geon, you have a very busy schedule. Does that interfere with your singing?

I always make time for karaoke.

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“We call the group the Stress Busters. We meet every couple of months at someone’s house to rel a x and enjoy music.” — Niranjan Rao, M.D. To share this article with a friend or recommend it on your Facebook page, visit centraljerseyhealthandlife.com.

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gatherings at saint peter’s

A commercial success Bill and Karen Eng and their children, Reece, Taylor and Nicholas (“Nick”), are joined by Mark Hiatt, M.D., director of the Saint Peter’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), at the February 24 premiere of Saint Peter’s University Hospital’s newest round of television commercials. The 2016 spots, which revisit grateful patients and their stories that were first told during the hospital’s 2007–2008 advertising campaign, were launched under the theme of “Back to the Future.” The Eng triplets were first seen as 6-year-olds whose lives had been saved thanks to the Saint Peter’s NICU, which is New Jersey’s largest.

Praying for health and happiness Deacon Jim Tesoriero of the Department of Pastoral Care at Saint Peter’s University Hospital; The Most Rev. Paul G. Bootkoski, the bishop of the Diocese of Metuchen; and The Rev. Edmund A. Luciano III, director of the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry as well as director of Donor Relations for the Diocese of Metuchen, officiate during a mass for employees, patients and visitors at the Saint Peter’s University Hospital chapel in recognition of World Day of the Sick on February 10. World Day of the Sick includes the Anointing of the Sick, one of the Catholic Church’s seven sacraments. The anointing is reserved for people whose health is seriously impaired or stressed by aging. Bishop Bootkoski visited with patients in the hospital’s Oncology, Pediatrics and Emergency departments.

focus on men’s health

For information on upcoming events sponsored by Saint peter’s healthcare system, go to saintpetershcs.com/community-calendar.

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Saint Peter’s University Hospital played host to nearly 60 men on February 13 at its annual free men’s health and wellness forum, held in the hospital’s ground floor conference center and restaurant. The men listened to informational presentations by David Jacob, M.D., cardiologist; Anthony Catanese, M.D., urologist; and Debra Goldstein, M.D., gastroenterologist. The doctors sat with the men during lunch and answered questions. Men also took part in screenings and health assessments for blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol, body mass index and nutrition, balance and mobility testing, memory screening and colorectal, lung and prostate risk assessments.

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tie the

knot! Move over, messy bun. it’s the top knot’s time to shine.

A-list celebrities apparently got the memo. Jennifer Lawrence, Kim Kardashian, Katie Holmes and many other stars have been spotted on the red carpet sporting top knots. And you should be wearing one too—if you have shoulder-length hair or longer—because it’s a universally flattering ’do. By adding volume at the crown, a top knot visually “lifts” the face, drawing the eye up and creating the illusion of more pronounced cheekbones. A top knot can be sleek and slicked back like Kim’s, relaxed and tousled like Katie’s or somewhere in between like Jennifer’s. They all start the same way—gather your hair into a high ponytail and secure with an elastic. Then twist the hair until it starts to coil around itself or divide the ponytail into two sections, twist them together and wrap the rope braid around the elastic. Pin the knot into place with a few bobby pins and you’re ready for a day at the office or a night on the town.

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home front Why pull up a chair when you can sit on this Moroccan pouf ottoman with handstitched silk embroidery by Beldinest?

With soft color inside and outside, the hand-polished and -painted Muuto Ambit pendant lamp assures more than one kind of brightness.

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The soothing tone and plush comfort of Anthropologie’s Linen Willoughby Grand Sofa, Wilcox, provide a double dose of relaxation.

Boost the style and spirit of your pillows with these woven cotton cushion covers with pom-pom edges from H&M.

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Inspired by the sleek form of a whale shark, the Hai Razzle Dazzle chair and ottoman by Hem will provide pizzazz.

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Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll fall in love with the seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest flirty, feminine fashions.

Accentuate your assets in a curve-hugging dress with rose embellishments at the graceful off-theshoulder neckline.

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Effortless elegance: A lightweight spring cardigan frames a classic sleeveless white dress accessorized with bold silver jewelry and an envelope clutch.

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Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll rock the weekend in a black leather motorcycle jacket paired with a simple silk blouse and jeans. Retro shades and a wide-brim hat complete the boho chic look.

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A black leather motorcycle jacket pulls together a relaxed lookâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;distressed jeans topped with a comfy diamond-pattern sweater.

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A little black dress, updated with a waistcinching chain-link belt, works double duty. It will take you from daytime to after hours with ease.

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it’s in the

bag

Bright blue calfskin bucket bag with expandable front by Elena Ghisellini.

Get a handle on all the stuff you carry with a great new “tote.”

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Asymmetrical black leather tote by Sophie Hulme.

Double-handle calfskin bag with laser-cut leather and mirror foil petals by Thale Blanc.

Caramel calfskin satchel with chunky skull padlock by Alexander McQueen.

White leather tote with colorful grommet details by Proenza Schouler.

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Barely there ankle-strap sandals by Stuart Weitzman.

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Black wrinkled lambskin T-strap sandals with silvertone studs by Laurence Dacade.

Black patent ankle-strap sandals by Laurence Dacade.

Sky-high silver sandals with a black net overlay by Gianvito Rossi.

Nude ankle-strap heels with gold cube detail by Pierre Hardy.

Tan leather ballet flat with knotted ankle strap by Frye. Tan suede sandal with chunky cork heel by Gianvito Rossi.

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Tastes

sandwiches go sassy

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thought you knew this lunchtime staple? think again. surprising things can happen between two slices of bread—and that’s no baloney!

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Smoky poblano peppers are the perfect counterpart for sweet cherry preserves. The creamy brie brings them all together. n ½ tsp. olive oil n 1 whole poblano pepper, sliced n 1 clove garlic, minced n 1/8 tsp. salt n 2 tsp. butter n 4 slices hearty white bread n 4 slices brie cheese (rinds removed) n 2 generous Tbs. cherry

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add poblano peppers. Cook peppers for 3 minutes. Add garlic and salt. Cook an additional minute. Remove from heat. Spread ½ teaspoon of butter on one side of each piece of bread. Place two slices of bread buttered side down on a hot grill pan. Top with two slices of brie and a tablespoon of preserves on each sandwich, followed by pepper slices. Cover with remaining bread, buttered side up.

preserves

n 4–6 slices poblano per sandwich

Cook sandwiches for 4–6 minutes per side or until toasted.

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kale and brussels sprouts Salty pancetta, crunchy Brussels sprouts and creamy blue cheese make this light pita sandwich irresistible. SALAD n 8 oz. Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced n 2 oz. pancetta, chopped n 3 cups tightly packed curly leaf kale n 2 Tbs. blue cheese, crumbled

VINAIGRETTE

In a bowl, toss together the Brussels sprouts, pancetta, kale and blue cheese. Prepare the dressing by whisking together shallots, mustard, vinegar, olive oil and salt. Pour dressing over salad. Toss to coat. Stuff salad inside each pita. Serve.

n 2 Tbs. chopped shallot n 1 tsp. coarse mustard n 2 Tbs. red wine vinegar n Âź cup olive oil n Â˝ tsp. salt n 2 whole pita bread rounds, cut in half

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crab cake sandwich with artichokes and crème fraîche The problem with crab cakes is that you never get enough. So here’s a version that offers dependable crab-cake satisfaction whenever the craving strikes. n n n n n n n n n n

8 oz. lump crab meat ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 tsp. lemon juice ¼ tsp. salt 1 Tb. parsley ¾ cup panko Japanese bread crumbs 1 Tb. butter 4 small sandwich rolls 4 Tbs. chopped marinated artichoke hearts

In a bowl, combine crab meat and mayonnaise. Stir in egg, lemon juice and salt. Add parsley and panko and stir until combined. Do not overmix. Refrigerate mixture for 1 hour. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Shape crab mixture into 4 patties and cook for 5–8 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Place one crab cake on the bottom of each sandwich roll. Top with 1 tablespoon chopped artichokes and 1 tablespoon crème fraîche. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon of fresh tarragon over each crab cake. Top with roll top.

n ¼ cup crème fraîche n 2 tsp. fresh tarragon

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c a s ua l

fa m i ly

AVENEL

BUD’S HUT Casual dining featuring seafood and steak, 906 Route 1 North, 732.634.5530 D’Italia Restaurant Italian fare, specializing in pizza, 1500 St. Georges Ave., 732.574.1120

CARTERET

CHATEAU MADRID Spanish and Portuguese fare, 8 Holly St., 732.969.0692 JULIAN’S American steak house with seafood options, 1000 Roosevelt Ave., 732.541.9500

CRANBURY

The CRANBURY INN Traditional American dining, 21 S. Main St., 609.655.5595 CRANBURY PIZZA Casual Italian pizzeria, 63 N. Main St., 609.409.9930 ZINNA’S BISTRO Casual Italian fare, BYO, 1275 S. River Rd., 609.860.9600

CRANFORD

Pairings Globally inspired menu combined with local and sustainable practices, 10 Walnut Ave., 908.276.4026

DAYTON

FUJI Japanese hibachi and sushi, 485 Georges Rd., 732.274.8830 LA TAVERNA Cozy traditional Italian dining, 375 Georges Rd., 732.274.2200

EAST BRUNSWICK

gusto grill Traditional American food, 1050 Route 18 North, 732.651.2737 WASABI HOUSE Fresh sushi and authentic Japanese dishes in a friendly, relaxed environment, 77 Tices Ln., 732.254.9988

EDISON

CAFÉ GALLO Family-style Italian dining, 1153 Inman Ave., 908.756.5752 LOUCÁS Upscale American and Italian fare, 9 Lincoln Hwy., 732.549.8580 MEEMAH Casual Chinese and Malaysian cuisine, 9 Lincoln Hwy., 732.906.2223 MING Asian fusion cuisine with vegetarian options, 1655 Oak Tree Rd., Suite 195, 732.549.5051 PENANG Malaysian and Thai eater y, 505 Old Post Rd., 732.287.3038 SKYLARK FINE DINER & LOUNGE Upscale diner with creative cocktails, 17 Wooding Ave., 732.777.7878

FORDS

MCLOONE’S WOODBRIDGE GRILLE Upscale interpretations of American classics, 3 Lafayette Rd., 732.512.5025 VILLA BORGHESE Traditional Italian fare with modern twists, 432 New Brunswick Ave., 732.738.0666

HIGHLAND PARK

aposto pizzeria Mediterranean grill and pizzeria, 76 Raritan Ave., 732.745.9011 MIDORI SUSHI Japanese fusion with a sushi bar, 237 Raritan Ave., 732.246.4511 PAD THAI Vegetarian-friendly Thai eater y, 217 Raritan Ave., 732.247.9636 PITHARI TAVERNA Greek cuisine with seafood fare, 28 Woodbridge Ave., 732.572.0616

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Big Heads Grill & Bar Grill favorites mixed with pub fare, 315 Route 206, 908.281.0268 Lee’s Sushi Premiere Japanese cuisine in a casual atmosphere, 438 Route 206, 908.829.3140

ISELIN

CASA GIUSEPPE Italian fine dining, 487 Route 27, 732.283.9111 URBAN SPICE Authentic Indian fine dining, 42 Marconi Ave., 732.283.1043

JAMESBURG

FIDDLEHEADS American fine dining, Sunday brunch ser ved, 27 E. Railroad Ave., 732.521.0878 per tutti Italian cuisine, private dining, BYO, 49 E. Railroad Ave., 732.521.4900

KENDALL PARK

DUSAL’S Casual Italian seafood and pizza eater y, 3300 Route 27, 732.821.9711 SHOGUN 27 Hibachi steak house with a sushi bar, 3376 Route 27, 732.422.1117

Kenilworth

Taormina Authentic Italian fare featuring an extensive wine list, 482 Kenilworth Blvd., 908.497.1717

KINGSTON

ENO TERRA Italian cuisine featuring seafood, homemade pasta and an extensive wine list, 4484 Route 27, 609.497.1777 OSTERIA PROCACCINI Quaint Italian restaurant ser ving pizza, sandwiches and salads with local produce, 4428 Route 27 North, 609.688.0007

METUCHEN

ANTONIO’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA Traditional Italian pizzeria, 453 Main St., 732.603.0008 The metuchen inn American fare in an upscale setting, 424 Middlesex Ave., 732.494.6444 THE ORCHID Glatt kosher dining, 455 Main St., 732.321.9829

CHRISTOPHER’S American seafood and steak fare, 10 Livingston Ave., 732.214.2200 CLYDZ Contemporar y American cuisine with extensive martini selection, 55 Paterson St., 732.846.6521 DELTA’S RESTAURANT Southern cuisine with live music and specialty drinks, 19 Dennis St., 732.249.1551

EVELYN’S Lebanese food with vegetarian options, 45 Easton Ave., 732.246.8792

mIDORI Authentic Japanese and hibachi dining, 1392 Centennial Ave., 732.981.9300

THE FROG and THE PEACH American fare with a focus on fresh ingredients, 29 Dennis St., 732.846.3216 GLO ULTRA LOUNGE AND TEQUILA BAR Upscale pub food and a bar with more than 200 tequilas, 367 George St., 732.261.4044 HARVEST MOON BREWERY & CafÉ American pub fare, 392 George St., 732.249.6666 MIKE’S COURTSIDE SPORTS BAR & GRILL Traditional pub fare, 1 Elm Row, 732.455.8511 THE OLD BAY New Orleans–style restaurant with Cajun and French Creole dishes, 7 Church St., 732.246.3111 OLD MAN RAFFERT Y’S Casual American eater y, 106 Albany St., 732.846.6153

Vincenzo’s Ristorante Italian cuisine, 665 Bound Brook Rd., 732.968.7777

RESTAURANT 2FIFT Y4 Saint Peter’s University Hospital restaurant, offering healthy dishes and vegetarian options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 254 Easton Ave., 732.745.8600, ext. 7773

Francesco pizzeria & Restaurant Casual Italian eater y and pizzeria, 23 N. Main St., 732.214.9222 FRESCO Seafood and steak grill, prix fixe menu, 210 Ryders Ln., 732.246.7616

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PIERRE’S Fine international dining with an awardwinning wine list, 582 Georges Rd., 732.329.3219 SENS Asian cuisine Far East fusion cuisine, 4095 Route 1 South, 732.355.1919

AL DENTE RISTORANTE Traditional Italian eater y, 1665 Stelton Rd., 732.985.8220 CHAND PALACE Family-friendly Indian restaurant featuring an all-vegetarian menu, 1296 Centennial Ave., 732.465.1474

PANICO’S Classic Italian entrees and sandwiches, with specialty pizzas at its sister location across the street (94 Church St.), 103 Church St., 732.545.6100

MILLTOWN

PISCATAWAY

DUE MARI Modern Italian food featuring fresh local and seasonal ingredients, 78 Albany St., 732.296.1600

MIDDLESEX

CARPACCIO Ristorante Southern Italian fare, 651 Bound Brook Rd., 732.968.3242

generous portions, 201 Front St., 732.442.3000 Portuguese Manor Traditional Portuguese featuring sangria, 310 Elm St., 732.826.2233

PLAINSBORO

CASA ROSARIA’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE Classic Italian food, 607 Plainsboro Rd., 609.799.9009 CROWN OF INDIA Authentic Indian cuisine, 660 Plainsboro Rd., 609.275.5707 EAST Asian fusion fare with a bubble tea bar, 5 Market St., 609.750.3278

PRINCETON

elements American restaurant ser ving local steak and seafood, with a new bar bites menu, 66 Witherspoon St. 609.924.0078 main Street Bistro & Bar Euro-American bistro fare, 301 N. Harrison St., 609.921.2779 TERESA CAFFE Simple Italian-inspired fare incorporating many fresh ingredients grown at nearby Canal Farm, 23 Palmer Sq. East, 609.921.1974 Witherspoon Grill Steak house dining featuring all-natural Angus beef and locally sourced poultr y, 57 Witherspoon St., 609.924.6011

Roselle Park

Stage Left Upscale American fare with an extensive wine list, 5 Livingston Ave., 732.828.4444

Vinhus Portuguese fare with formal dining or casual bar and lounge, 157 E. Westfield Ave., 908.259.5907

STEAKHOUSE 85 Premium steaks ser ved in various portion sizes to fit a wide range of budgets, 85 Church St., 732.247.8585

SOUTH AMBOY

TUMULT Y’S Upscale pub food, featuring steaks and seafood, 361 George St., 732.545.6205

NORTH BRUNSWICK

ARTHUR’S STEAK HOUSE & PUB Traditional American steak house, 644 Georges Rd., 732.828.1117

Blue MooN Contemporar y American and pub fare, 114 S. Broadway, 732.525.0014 COSTA VERDE Portuguese and Spanish cuisine featuring fresh seafood, 6039 Route 35 South, 732.727.7070

SOUTH PLAINFIELD

FLANAGAN’S American and Irish pub fare, 2501 Plainfield Ave., 908.757.1818

GARVEY’S Family-friendly American eater y, 405 Spotswood Gravel Hill Rd., 732.521.3311

Istanbul Restaurant & Patisserie Turkish and Mediterranean fare boasting freshly baked pides and lahmajouns, 1000 Aaron Rd., 732.940.1122

Kimchi Hana Traditional, authentic Korean BBQ restaurant where dishes are grilled at the table, 6101 Hadley Rd., 908.755.0777

LA VILLA Casual Italian dining, 335 Applegarth Rd., 609.655.3338

OLD BRIDGE

SOUTH RIVER

just Contemporar y American and French fare, 2280 Route 9 South, 732.707.4800

RIA-MAR Traditional Portuguese, Spanish and American fare, 25 Whitehead Ave., 732.257.1100

THE PINE TAVERN Imaginative American cuisine with Continental flavors, Route 34 and Cottrell Rd., 732.727.5060

WOODBRIDGE

MONROE

MONtgomery

Genteel’s Trattoria & Pizzeria Italian cuisine featuring a variety of pastas, pizza, sandwiches, soups and salads, 1378 Route 206, 609.252.0880

TIGER’S TALE Bar and grill menu with sliders and extensive dinner specials, 1290 Route 206, 609.924.0262

NEW BRUNSWICK

CARIBBEAN CAFÉ Cuban cuisine, 85 Bayard St., 732.846.2620 CATHERINE LOMBARDI Italian with locally sourced ingredients, 3 Livingston Ave., 732.296.9463

BIG ED’S BARBECUE American barbecue, 305 Route 34, 732.583.2626

PONTE VECCHIO Classic Italian and American Continental fare with seafood options, 3863 Route 516 East, 732.607.1650

PERTH AMBOY

THE BARGE Water front restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring steak and seafood dishes in

For our complete list of dining options, visit the “where to eat” section of centraljerseyhealthandlife.com.

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KRAKOWIAK Casual Polish restaurant, BYO, 42 Main St., 732.238.0441

CHRIS MICHAEL’S STEAKHOUSE Steak and seafood restaurant, featuring a sushi bar, 40 Oakwood Ave., 732.634.5355 J.J. BITTING BREWING CO. Traditional American fare, 33 Main St., 732.634.2929 MULBERRY STREET RESTAURANT Italian seafood eater y with exceptional steak and chop specials, 739 Rahway Ave., 732.634.4699

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Create art al fresco in Hamilton, April 23.

April 23 Create art al fresco this Earth

Day as Paint Out Princeton visits Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton, a 42-acre open-air “gallery” featuring 270 sculptures, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. To reserve your spot as an artist email info@artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609.924.8777 by April 20. Admission: FREE for preregistered artists. Head to groundsforsculpture.org for more details.

April 30 Get back to American roots

music with Spook Handy, Roger Deitz, Dan O’Dea and others at the Bluegrass Showcase in New Brunswick, 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. Part of the New Jersey Folk Festival, the day includes live music, dance, and crafts and food vendors. Admission: FREE. For the full lineup, go to njfolkfest.org.

April 30 Go fly a kite at Terhune

Orchards’ Kite Day Festival, 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. Bring, buy or build your own kite to fly in the 10-acre Princeton pasture. The day includes wagon rides through the orchards, children’s games, live country music and wine tasting for adults. Admission: $5, ages 3 and up. Questions? Visit terhuneorchards .com or call 609.924.2310.

May 6–8 Japanese-style animation

comes to the Garden State Convention Center in Somerset for the first Anime Fan Fest. Meet the actors, animators, writers and cosplay stars of this popular genre. Hours: Friday 2–8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.– 7 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $30–$35 per day; $65 weekend pass. For details, visit animefanfest.com.

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Vino and music await at Working Dog Winery, May 22.

The rodeo comes to central Jersey, June 11–12.

May 15 The family that runs together

roses at the annual Rose Day Festival in the Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden in Somerset, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Stroll through the picturesque gardens, enjoy live entertainment, meet local artisans and indulge in some great food. Admission: FREE. Questions? Go to somersetcountyparks.org or call 732.873.2459, ext. 21.

May 22 Taste award-winning Jersey wines at the sixth annual Chesterfest Wine Festival at Working Dog Winery in Hightstown. Wine pouring, food trucks and music start at 12 p.m. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and a blanket! Admission: $10. For more details, head to workingdog winerynj.com or call 609.371.6000.

June 11–12 It’s boots, chaps and cowboy hats at the Montgomery Professional Rodeo and Bullmania at Daube Farms in Skillman. The jam-packed schedule of events includes bareback riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, goat tying, team roping and more. The action starts at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets: $20 adults, $15 kids and seniors. For more info, call 917.459.3755 or visit montgomeryrodeo.com.

can now “mud” together at Your First Mud Run at South Plainfield High School. The roughly two-mile course includes 10 to 16 obstacles, and the first heat starts at 10 a.m. Anyone 6 years old and up can participate. Entry fee: $42. To register, go to yourfirstmudrun.com or call 201.891.4115.

June 4 Run or walk to benefit the New

Jersey Institute for Disabilities at the eighth annual Lakeview 5K and Family Fun Walk. The course winds through Roosevelt Park in Edison with a Family Fun Walk around Roosevelt Lake. Check-in opens at 8 a.m., race starts at 9:30 a.m. Entry fee: $22 for 5K, $10 for walk. To register, go to raceforum.com/lakeview-5K.

June 4–5 Celebrate the spring harvest

at VonThun Farms’ Strawberry Festival in Monmouth Junction, 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. Head into the patch to pick your own berries, get lost in a straw maze, go on a hayride and play games. Cost: $5–$10.95. For details and directions, visit vonthun farms.com or call 732.329.8656.

June 11 Stop and smell thousands of

June 18–19 Enjoy 24 hours of art and entertainment at Art All Night Trenton, 3 p.m. Saturday to 3 p.m. Sunday. Now in its 10th year, the show features more than 1,200 artists of all ages, skill levels and mediums. Also part of the festivities: live music, interactive art, a film festival and two food courts. Admission: FREE. Head to artallnighttrenton.org for details. Send event listings to: Central Jersey Health & Life, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645; or email us at editor@wainscotmedia.com. Listings must be received two months before the event and must include a phone number or website that will be published. Share events online by clicking the “Submit an Event” link below the Calendar at centraljerseyhealthandlife.com.

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Escapes

The quick

Pack the car! four great weekend destinations are just a short ride away.

getaway

Not quite a staycation, a long weekend getaway close to home is a terrific option if you’re short on time, cash or frequent flyer miles. But different trips delight different types. Which of these four travel personalities is yours?

For the history buff: Philadelphia

The birthplace of America is the ultimate destination for history enthusiasts. First stop: Independence National Historic Park, home to Independence Hall, where the country’s forefathers discussed and adopted cornerstone documents such as the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The famed Liberty Bell is just a few steps away in the updated Liberty Bell Center. And the National Constitution Center has on display an original copy of the first public printing of the Constitution. Also nearby are the Betsy Ross House and Memorial, the Franklin Institute, one of the oldest science museums, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, which features nearly 230,000 works of art as well as the iconic steps depicted in the film Rocky. The 3,600-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park, located less than an hour outside the city, is where George Washington’s Revolutionary army camped and persevered under grueling winter conditions.

For the foodie: Culinary Institute of America

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Some of the top chefs in the country got their start at the CIA in Hyde Park, N.Y., whose three student-staffed restaurants are open to the public Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. (A fourth, the Apple Pie Bakery Café, is closed on weekends.) What are you in the mood for? The menu at American Bounty (845.451.1011, americanbountyrestaurant.com) is inspired by the seasons and products of the Hudson Valley region, while Ristorante Caterina de Medici (845.451.1013, ristorantecaterinademedici. com) serves up authentic regional Italian cuisine in a grand Tuscan-style villa overlooking the Hudson River. Then there’s The Bocuse Restaurant (845.451.1012, bocuse restaurant.com), named for the famous French chef Paul Bocuse. Sleek and contemporary, it reimagines classic French cuisine— think lavender-pepper crusted tuna, pork loin with fennel puree and bamboo rice, roasted root vegetables en papillotte. Before heading home, be sure to tour the Vanderbilt Mansion, FDR’s home and Eleanor Roosevelt’s cottage Val-Kill, which are just minutes away from the CIA.

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For the spa-goer: The Spa at Norwich Inn

Go solo, bring the girls or take your significant other to The Spa at Norwich Inn (607 W. Thames St., Norwich, Conn., 1.800.275.4772; thespaatnorwichinn.com), where the pampering treatments range from traditional facial, massage and mani/pedi to a Milk and Honey Body Polish, Ayurvedic Mud Wrap and Craniosacral Therapy. Specialty services include reiki, a centuries-old Japanese healing technique, and raindrop therapy, a healing ritual in which nine aromatherapy essential oils are applied drop by drop and massaged into the skin. Overnight packages include breakfast and dinner, a fitness class, full use of the spa facility and accommodations at the inn, which boasts 49 guest rooms, spacious suites and luxury villas. There are also specially designed wine tasting and museum packages as well as a weekend “Spaliday” retreat. Fun fact: The original Norwich Inn, built in 1929, was a haven for the rich and famous, attracting such luminaries as George Bernard Shaw, Frank Sinatra and the Prince of Wales.

For the family: New York City

Need a reason to take the kids into Manhattan this spring? Here’s one, a 122-foot-long one, to be precise: A titanosaurus skeleton recently arrived at the American Museum of Natural History. This herbivore from Argentina is so massive that it grazes the 19-foot-high ceilings of the fourth-floor Wallach Orientation Center and extends out toward the elevator banks. Continue your exploration of history at the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, located aboard the USS Intrepid aircraft carrier, which served tours of duty in World War II and the Vietnam War. On the deck, you’ll find aircraft of all types, including warplanes, the space shuttle Enterprise and a British Airways Concorde jet. Don’t miss the former USS Growler, the only American diesel-powered strategic missile submarine open to the public. Next on the agenda: Central Park. It’s massive, so you may just want to hit a few of the highlights. See the sea lions and snow leopards at the Central Park Zoo, navigate a model boat at Conservatory Water, explore Belvedere Castle (Gargamel’s hideout in the movie The Smurfs) or take a spin on a nearly life-size steed on the Friedsam Memorial Carousel. Save time and money with a New York Pass, which offers quick entry to more than 80 NYC sightseeing hotspots. Buy one today (newyorkpass.com) and you’ll get a free ticket to ride the city’s double-decker tour buses. central jersey he alth & Life

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if not, maybe it’s time to meet this exotic nutritional powerhouse. IT’S SPIKY AND STRANGE-LOOKING, AND it can grow to the size of a large household pet. Jackfruit is a member of the mulberry and fig family that is thought to have originated in India but has become Bangladesh’s national fruit. Capable of growing up to 100 pounds, it’s also the largest tree fruit in the world. And, depending on its ripeness, jackfruit can be enjoyed in both savory and sweet dishes.

power up

One cup of jackfruit provides 37 percent of your daily value of vitamin C and 25 percent of B6. It’s also a good source of potassium (21 percent), magnesium (12 percent) and fiber (10 percent). Its seeds, which are edible and can be roasted or boiled like chestnuts, are high in protein and low in fat. Added bonus: A cup of the sweet-tasting fruit contains just 150 calories, making it an ideal snack for waist watchers.

buy/store/serve

Jackfruit is available in many Asian markets, usually in a can. (For sweet dishes, look for the ripe variety preserved in syrup; for savory ones, opt for the young green variety preserved in brine.) It’s also sold dried or frozen, and you may be able to score a fresh fruit. (Try H Mart in Edison.) To prepare fresh jackfruit, cover your work surface with newspapers to catch the natural latex that will ooze out of the fruit when you cut it. (It’s extremely sticky!) Next, coat your hands and knife blade with cooking oil to prevent the hard-to-remove sap from sticking. Cut the fruit in half and remove the flesh, which will be clumped together in bulbs. Use a paring knife to extract the remaining pulp strands from the bulbs and to slice open the bulbs and take out the large seeds. Try not to be dissuaded by the musky, onionlike smell— as you get deeper into the fruit, a sweet tropical aroma will take its place. In Indian and Thai cuisine, jackfruit has long been used in curries or soups. The savory kind is favored by vegetarians as a meat substitute because of its fibrous texture. Border Grill chef Susan Feniger, for example, famously served BBQ “pulled pork” jackfruit on boa buns. The sweet variety, which has a tropical fruity flavor, can be eaten fresh, juiced, turned into jam or whipped up into a dessert such as ice cream.

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Because the jackfruit is so hearty, easy to grow and resistant to pests, drought and high temperatures, it’s considered by some agriculturists to be a food with a great future. In 2014, the University of Agricultural Sciences in Bangalore, India, hosted an international conference promoting production of the fruit as a food source in countries where other crops may be threatened by climate change in coming decades. —liz DOnovaN

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