Monmouth Health & Life: February/March 2023

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CONTENTS

Departments

Monmouth Buzz | 14

Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the county.

Your Friends & Neighbors | 16

Photographer Nicki Germaine captured Bruce Springsteen, on stage and off, right on the verge of a superstardom that would make rock ’n’ roll history.

For Men Only | 17

Of all the coat trends that exist, this one is fur sure one of our favorites.

Style Watch | 18

Is it yellow? Is it orange? Either way, saffron is the burst of flavor your winter wardrobe craves.

Home Front | 19

Embrace the new year with sleek, geometric pieces that pay homage to the 1920s.

Escapes | 32

A spa that offers family fun as well as pampering can be a vacation from your vacation.

Tastes | 34

These three soups are healthy, flavorful and hearty enough to stand alone as the whole meal.

Power Food | 40

Prunes are vitamin-rich dried fruits that are much more than a way to keep things moving.

Bar Tab | 60

The Jack Frost cocktail is an island-inspired sip that provides a much-needed taste of a tropical paradise.

Restaurant Review | 61

After several construction delays, Charlie’s of Lincroft proves it is worth the wait.

Gatherings | 63

Monmouth residents always show up to support their friends and neighbors—especially when help is needed most.

A Monmouth Moment | 64

A Wall Township dad captures a peaceful moment of his sons waking up after a night of camping in Allaire State Park.

Bringing world-class care to more of Monmouth County.

At Monmouth Medical Center, we’re building more specialized care facilities and expanding our reach to create even better experiences for patients all across the county, like our Anne Vogel Family Care and Wellness Center. That means greater access to services such as maternal and perinatal care, innovative nutrition programs and the region’s only specialized pediatric care. And by investing in our people, new experts will be joining the doctors, nurses and staff you know and trust. Learn more at rwjbh.org/avfamilycare

Proud To Be Your Partner For Good Health

Throughout the last 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has partnered with our communities to transform care for every person who calls Monmouth County home. From our new Anne Vogel Family Care & Wellness Center at the Monmouth Mall in Eatontown to our ongoing partnership with the City of Long Branch, we continue to advance our vision for the future of healthcare in our region.

In this issue of Monmouth Health & Life , we celebrate our official purchase of the former Fort Monmouth property in Tinton Falls, which will be the home of our Vogel Medical Campus. Construction of the state-of-the-art medical campus, which will begin this year, was made possible by a historic $50 million gift from local philanthropists Sheldon and the late Anne Vogel.

The development of this new campus is part of our mission to create an integrated outpatient network that helps patients maintain wellness and meet their care needs today and in the future. The cornerstone of the initial phase of the new Vogel Medical Campus will be a comprehensive cancer center in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.

This important partnership provides close-to-home access to the latest treatment options for cancer patients like Long Branch resident Jeff Prusan, who you will meet in our In Good Health pages. Mr. Prusan was kind enough to share his patient journey, and credits Monmouth Medical Center with providing not just advanced care, but comforting care that ensured he never felt alone in his cancer battle.

Our Vogel Medical Campus will leverage the latest medical space planning and technology advancements, making our world-class care more accessible to patients and their families. Most importantly, we will look to the Monmouth County community for feedback and insight as we move forward.

We are proud of the confidence placed in us to transform healthcare in Monmouth County. It is an honor to be on this journey with you.

ERIC CARNEY President and Chief Executive Officer MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER AND MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER SOUTHERN CAMPUS

The Balancing Act

WELCOME to the latest edition of Fiscal Fitness.

2022 is finally behind us as we enter the New Year with hopes of a fresh start. The markets have been unkind to many with all three of the major averages suffering their worst year since 20081. Making it even more difficult was that both stocks and bonds sold off in unison, leaving investors with no place to hide. While the new year will bring its own set of challenges, having a well-balanced plan can help you stay on track and focus on the bigger picture.

FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL

Dollar cost averaging (DCA) is a method of investing a fixed dollar amount of securities, at regularly scheduled intervals, over a period of time. Putting your investments on auto pilot is not only convenient, but it may also help take the emotion out of investing or trying to time the market.

Plan for the unexpected, again. Have you established a large enough emergency reserve? With interest rates at the highest levels we have seen in years, high-yielding savings accounts and Certificates of Deposit (CDs) are worth looking at.

THE GOOD

Nearing retirement? It’s an opportunity to save more aggressively and make up for lost time. The proposed regulations also increased the catch- up contributions for those aged 60-63 effective in 2025.

LATER AGE FOR REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRIBUTIONS (RMD). Effective in 2023, the beginning date for RMDs increases to age 73 from 72 (if you turned 72 in 2022, you are subject to the old rule), good news for those looking to postpone distributions. Secure 2.0 has also reduced the RMD penalty tax for failure to take an RMD. Did you even know there was a tax?

529 PLAN ROLLOVERS TO ROTH IRAS. Effective for 2024, you have the ability to roll up to $35,000 from a 529 qualified tuition program tax-free to a Roth IRA for the same beneficiary, provided the 529 accounts have been held for at least 15 years. Annually, the rollover amounts would be subject to Roth IRA contribution limits2. The rules are tricky and you need to work closely with your tax advisor.

ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS are now allowed for SIMPLE and SEP IRAs. Employer contributions and employee elective deferrals (if permitted) can now be designated as Roth. Good news for small business owners and self-employed individuals.

About THE AUTHOR

DEBRA FOURNIER, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™, has been providing comprehensive wealth management services to families and independent women for over 25 years.

Recognized as an experienced and knowledgeable professional in the areas of financial transitions and divorce financial planning, her guidance is often sought where there are complicated financial issues, significant assets or an imbalance in financial knowledge between divorcing couples.

NEWS

The recent passing of the Secure Act 2.0 has ushered in many changes for retirement plans and IRAs with increased limits on contributions to 401(k)s and IRAs. Great news for those age 50 and older who can save a combined $30,000 a year in their 401(k), between the new limit of $22,500 and additional $7,500 “catch- up” contribution. For IRAs, the combined amount is $7,500.

Confusing? You bet. If you are thinking to yourself “will I have enough to retire comfortably”, then it’s time to meet with a qualified and experienced CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional who can help put all the pieces of the puzzle together.

Together we can make it happen…

Debra has been quoted in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine and AOL Daily Finance, appeared numerous times on Good Day New York and has been featured in the Asbury Park Press section Getting Ahead.

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Securities and advisory offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC Content in this material is for general information only and not intended to provide specific tax advice or recommendations for any individual. The economic forecasts set forth in this material may not develop as predicted and there can be no guarantee that strategies promoted will be successful.

It’s Time To Reset And Recharge

It’s an occupational hazard. We magazine editors tend to imagine that we know just what you need. Right about now, for instance, we visualize readers as exhausted from making and maintaining earnest self-improvement resolutions and sometimes—yup— quickly falling short. (Maybe it’s because we ourselves are subject to the same experiences, hopes and stumbles.)

Whether or not you’re on track with your resolutions, it can’t hurt to set new goals. To that end, there will be much in this issue to interest you—because health concerns us all. Are you wondering which of today’s fitness trends best meets your needs? Read about five hot workouts and how they can work for you (page 28). Is it time to buy new fitness gear (page 14) or add a healthy soup to your menu (page 34)? Ready for a relaxing vacation (page 32)? I hope these and all the other stories in this issue will help you be the best you can be.

Speaking of the best, it’s also the time of year when we turn to you, our readers, and ask which businesses you believe are the county’s finest. Ballots for the annual Readers’ Choice contest are now live, and you can vote and support your favorite restaurants, retailers, professional services and more—there are more than 70 categories! We’ll reveal the winners in our September issue, but start voting now. Visit monmouthhealthandlife.com/monmouthvote2023 to cast your online ballot.

To those who have missed our annual celebration of the Readers’ Choice winners, I’m proud to share that we are debuting the Monmouth Wine and Food Experience in March. It’s a festival featuring dozens of local restaurants and caterers, many of whom you’ve voted for in previous “best of” surveys. The party takes place March 30 at the Molly Pitcher Inn in Red Bank. Get your tickets now at monmouthhealthandlife.com.

This time of year can be a challenge—but there’s so much to look forward to. We at Monmouth Health & Life are eager to meet up with many of you again in March. Until then, enjoy this issue.

Rita Guarna Editor in Chief editor@wainscotmedia.com

We are proud to welcome Dr. Christy Silk as a new associate in our office, after having graduated from Life University in June 2021. Dr. Christy is Webster Certified and is pursuing Pregnancy & Pediatric Postgraduate Certification through the same ICPA program as Dr. Rob. Specializing in prenatal wellness care, Dr. Christy is actively helping to grow our practice through referrals from midwives, obstetricians, doulas, patients, and community members looking to have less pelvic tension and an easier labor and delivery.

Wellness starts from within! Adjustments correct misalignments of the spine and help restore normal, healthy function. A flexible, healthy spine heals and feels completely different than a sick, stuck spine. Your spine is the oldest and most important part of your body. Choosing to take care of your spine is an important first step in maintaining your health and vitality. Choose well!

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Why Everyone Needs a Plastic Surgeon

Did you know that every year 6 million lacerations and over 4 million dog bites are seen in the ER? Regardless of your family’s lifestyle, dog bites, falls, and cuts are part of life.

If you or someone in your family gets a cut or bitten, the first instinct should be to go to the Urgent Care Center or hospital emergency room to rule out any other major injuries. However, when it comes to fixing a cut, you may want to consider calling a plastic surgeon rather than an ER doctor.

Emergency room and urgent care providers are usually comfortable and skilled when it comes to repairing basic lacerations, but there are important reasons to call a plastic surgeon:

scarring especially in patients with darker skin colors. Plastic surgeons can select specific sutures for an optimal outcome.

Relaxed tension tissue lines (RTTL). Wounds heal better or worse based on the direction of the cut. RTTL is a body map of favorable directions for better healing. Plastic surgeons understand that and may be able to adjust the direction of the laceration to better align with RTTL, which are not always obvious.

Restoring original anatomy

Plastic surgeons usually have significantly more detailed knowledge of anatomy. Many primary care providers are not comfortable repairing deep structures. Plastic surgeons are able to simultaneously repair not only skin, but also muscles, tendons, nerves, blood vessels and other deep structures, restoring them closer to their original anatomy.

Post operative scar management. The management of a cut starts with its repair, and it takes up to 12 months for a scar to mature. Plastic surgeons use advanced scar management techniques and protocols designed to further reduce scarring and scar tissue, such as lasers, freezing, microneedling, silicone, embryonic and other high-tech products, PRP, and many advanced creams.

Use of surgical magnification

Plastic surgeons usually use surgical loupes, which are magnifying microscopes attached to glasses, allowing for more gentle tissue handling and more precise repair for overall better results.

Use of advanced suturing techniques and materials. Using proper sutures are critical for the final outcome. Plastic surgeons are skilled in advanced suturing techniques. Each type of suture has a specific characteristic and absorption schedule. Some sutures create more

Dog bites are very different then regular cuts. There is usually an avulsion and crush component to the skin’s edges, which is why dog bites usually do not heal as well as other cuts. The risk of infection is also significantly greater. Even small amounts of infection can create significant permanent deformity, especially in a child, which is why it is always a good idea to consult a plastic surgeon for a dog bite.

Have a plastic surgeon’s number in your phone. You may be unpleasantly surprised to find out in a time of need that many local hospitals do not offer emergency plastic surgery services or plastic surgeons may not be available. Locate the number for a local trauma-experienced plastic surgeon and save it to your phone. You can then call and have the provider meet you at one of the local facilities.

When a plastic surgeon may be one of the first people you need to call.

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OUR GUIDE TO NEW IDEAS, TIPS, TRENDS AND THINGS WE LOVE IN OUR COUNTY.

PICTURE-WORTHY PANCAKES

Food is about nutrition and taste, but doesn’t it help if it’s Instagramworthy too? With National Flapjack Day coming up March 7, five local eateries’ syrupy stacks are ready for their close-ups:

The Buttered Biscuit Café (700 N. Main St., Bradley Beach, 732.807.4069; thebutteredbiscuitcafe.com) makes each order of flapjacks from scratch and artfully plates them so they’re Instagram-worthy and ready to devour—especially the three-tiered banana walnut pancakes.

Meemom’s (1825 Rte. 35, Wall Township, 732.856.9499: meemoms.com) is a regular finalist in our annual Readers’ Choice Poll thanks to its creative griddle specials. Pancakes range from classic golden to “cinna bun” topped with strawberries and cream cheese glaze to peanut butter whole wheat.

Project Brunch (357 Rte. 9, Manalapan, 732.792.6988; projectbrunch.com) is serious about its pancakes, offering varieties that cater to every eater,

from fruit lovers to carnivores to dessert enthusiasts. Can’t decide which to order? Opt for a flight of pancakes and choose your top three styles!

Turning Point (multiple locations; turningpointrestaurants.com) is one of Monmouth’s most popular breakfast spots, and the pancake selection is a big reason why. It has everything from protein and vegan varieties to cinnamon roll and lemon blueberry. During the holidays, it even offered a peppermint hot chocolate option. Yolk’s on You (1132 E. Ocean Ave., Sea Bright, 732.747.9655; yolksonyoukitchen.com) plates pillowy classic pancakes, but you can add more texture (and flavors) by choosing from dozens of extras. Keep it simple with strawberries and cream or go all out with the s’mores option.

VOTE FOR LOCAL FAVES

Monmouth Health & Life’s annual Readers’ Choice Poll is officially open online—it’s a chance to honor your favorite Monmouth businesses. From doggie daycare to donut shops, boutiques to bars, vote in more than 75 categories on our website, monmouthhealthandlife.com/ monmouth-vote2023. We’ll reveal the winners in our September issue, so stay tuned.

EMBRACE YOUR INNER IRISH

Can’t make it to Dublin for St. Patrick’s Day this year? Being here in Monmouth is the next best thing. Don your best sweaters and tweed hats, raise a glass of Guinness and head over to one of these parades to celebrate all things Ireland:

• Asbury Park, Sunday, March 12, at 1 p.m.: The city’s eighth annual parade follows Ocean Avenue alongside the Boardwalk before turning onto Cookman Avenue, so there are plenty of prime viewing spots. Info: asburyparkstpatricksparade.com.

• Freehold, Sunday, March 12, at 12:30 p.m.: The borough’s annual parade is in its 11th year and fills the streets of downtown Freehold with festive floats, music, dancers and more. Info: downtownfreehold.com.

• Highlands, Saturday, March 18, at 2 p.m.: Nearly 100 marching units, bands, dancers and floats will be a part of Highlands’ 19th annual parade, which kicks off at Waterwitch Avenue and travels along Bay Avenue. Info: highlandsnj.com.

• Rumson, Sunday, March 12, at 1 p.m.: Thousands of spectators will gather for Rumson’s 10th anniversary parade. Bagpipers, bands, marchers and floats will make their way along the route starting at Allen Street and River Road before ending at Carton Street and Forrest Avenue. Info: rumsonstpatricksdayparade.org.

PUPPY LOVE

Dog: Pepper, 3-year-old half goldendoodle, half schnauzer

Owners: Jess and Bill Christie, Little Silver Hoping to add to their growing family, Jessica and Bill decided that a four-legged friend would be the perfect fit. They searched far and wide for the ideal pooch and found Pepper through a friend’s recommendation. “We feel like she chose us!” says Jessica.

“Her personality is all golden retriever,” Jessica says. “Pepper is the yin to our yang—we are type A personalities in the house, and Pepper’s No. 1 goal is relaxing and living her best life.” In fact, Jessica jokes that Pepper sleeps about 23 hours a day. “Pepper lacks all pep!” Besides getting plenty of rest and relaxation, Pepper gets all the toys and treats she wants (including Puppachinos from all the coffee shops). She also goes to her favorite places in Monmouth County, such as Sea Bright Beach, Sickles Park and Yappy Hour in Asbury. “She has literally been the perfect addition to our family,” says Jessica.

Want to see your pet in a future edition of Monmouth Health & Life? Send a photo and details to rita.guarna@wainscotmedia.com.

(Flip to Be There on page 62 to read about the Belmar/Lake Como Parade.)

GEAR HERE!

Working out isn’t easy, but there’s a fun part to that resolution: getting new gear! Below is a collection of items that, while they won’t do the work for you, will make you feel tiptop while you’re sweating away at the gym.

• Fitbit Charge

5 Advanced.

A user-friendly interface and reliability make this one of the leading fitness trackers. It records all your stats—steps, distance, heart rate, sleep pattern, etc.

• On Cloud X. Whether you’re running outdoors or high-stepping in an aerobics class, these lightweight trainers provide plenty support and stability.

• Bose Sport Earbuds. These Bluetoothenabled buds are comfortable, sweatresistant and secure, so you can enjoy your tunes without worry or distraction.

• Athleta Salutation

Tights. These leggings are made of lightweight fabric that not only allows unrestricted movement and has two drop-in pockets for your phone, but also passes the squat test.

• Lululemon Pack

It Down Vest. Layer this vest over a running jacket for your outdoor jog or simply over a tee during the drive to the gym. It’s lightweight but filled with down material to keep your core warm.

KUDOS

—Congratulations to the Long Branch public school district, which received Sustainable New Jersey’s “Sustainability Champions” award. Students at Long Branch Middle School and Long Branch’s George L. Catrambone Elementary School were honored for growing and raising crops at the schools’ gardens, then sharing them free of charge at their lunchtime farmers’ markets. The kids’ produce included tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and zucchinis.

—While Long Branch kids are growing, Manalapan 11-year-old Pranav Boddu is having success coding. The Pine Brook School student invented the Buddy Finder app, which helps parents connect their kids with others who have similar interests in an effort to build new friendships. Boddu is now a finalist in Byju Future School’s Silicon Valley Challenge. (The school is a program of the India-based educational tech company Byju’s, founded in 2011 by Byju Raveendran and Divya Gokulnath.)

CULINARY CORNER

France meets Italy

You no longer have to travel to Staten Island to sample the goodies of Italian/Frenchinspired Bruno’s Bakery—it’s opened a new location in Freehold. New York and Italian cheesecakes, butter cookies, tarts, traditional French and Italian pastries—you’ll find all that and more. (Guess we’ll start the diet a little later.)

• Bruno’s, 356 W. Main St., Freehold, 732.301.5126; brunosnyc.com

A beast of a burger

Popular virtual restaurant and YouTube sensation MrBeast Burger is coming to Manasquan and will operate a ghost kitchen at Blend on Main. Monmouth residents will get a chance to try the internetfamous smash burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries and more.

• Blend on Main, 152 Main St., Manasquan, 732.223.0030; blendonmain.com, mrbeastburger.com

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MUSIC TO OUR EARS

Downtown Belmar is getting a pretty cool gift for the borough’s 150th anniversary this year. The Belmar Arts Center plans to donate a high-tech, outdoor piano that will be installed at Pyanoe Plaza. The piano will honor Belmar’s own Stelma Sancious and her son, musician and original E Street Band member David Sancious. Already the heart of the downtown district, Pyanoe Plaza will become the community’s musical center with this new addition. The date of its unveiling and dedication was not yet determined at press time. Those interested in contributing to the Arts Center may do so at belmararts.org.

Need a beverage to wash down Bruno’s pastries or MrBeast’s burgers? Head to Birdsmouth Beer, located in The Commissary at Fort Monmouth, for a true New Jersey-brewed lager. The craft brewery is now open, with a selection of lagers and pilsners on tap. Food isn’t available just yet, but visitors may bring their favorite snacks to the taproom while enjoying good conversation, bar games and live music.

• Birdsmouth Beer, 675 Oceanport Way, Oceanport, 973.352.2842; birdsmouthbeer.com

When Springsteen Happened

Photographer Nicki Germaine captured The Boss, on stage and off, right on the verge of a superstardom that would make rock ’n’ roll history.

and a little-known music act both doing what they loved.

Now, in a justpublished book titled Springsteen: Liberty Hall, Germaine has assembled 95 of the photographs she took during that four-day Houston gig. The volume also includes her written recollections, writing by longtime E Street Band bassist Garry Tallent and an introduction by Springsteen.

able around them. Backstage, they were very serious and extremely professional about their music. There were no groupies, no drugs. They were very focused on their performance, and they were going to give it their all every time they went out there. And so backstage was pretty quiet—but onstage it was explosive.

What do you see when you look at those old photos?

How at ease they are. They’re not posing; they’re just hanging out. Once you’ve been around for a while, they get comfortable with the fact that you have a camera in your hand and become less aware of it. Also, I wasn’t afraid to get up close and personal. A lot of photographers stand back and don’t get so close. But I was shooting with a wide-angle lens for many of these; to get the image you have to get really close.

Few people knew of Bruce Springsteen in March 1974, when he crossed paths with Nicki Germaine. Just off two little-noticed early albums, Springsteen and his band did a series of shows at Houston’s Liberty Hall. Germaine was an assistant to one of Houston’s leading commercial photographers. In her off hours, she took freelance shots for Rolling Stone and Texas Monthly, plus occasional photos of the acts that played Liberty Hall. Through mutual friends, she heard from a promoter for Springsteen, who invited her to photograph the band. It wasn’t a paid job, just a photographer

The daughter of an Air Force officer, Germaine spent much of her childhood abroad, including four years in Iran. She took up photography as a University of Texas student. “It was a passion I didn’t know I had until I started,” she recalls. Her early career was spent balancing parenthood (she has one daughter) with commercial photography and teaching; later she switched to real estate, using her photographer’s eye to capture beauty in the properties she handled. Now retired, she recently decided she was finally ready to revisit those days in Liberty Hall.

Why was this the right time for your photos to see the light of day?

For the first time in my life, I had the time and means to do it right.

What do you remember about the time you spent with Springsteen and his band?

It felt like I was photographing friends. Once I’d been there a couple of nights, I just felt comfort-

What are some of your favorites?

My favorite is the one of [late E Street Band saxophonist] Clarence Clemons sitting with the saxophone in his lap. I don’t often say this about my own work, but I love everything about it. There’s another of Bruce with his eyes closed at the mic. It’s a very quiet photograph—a thoughtful moment, not some wild performance shot where he’s jumping up and down onstage. That says a lot about the mood at that time, which was serious, quiet. It was a time when the feeling was: “Are we going to make it?” I don’t think I fully realized that at the time. I didn’t know CBS Records was talking about dropping Bruce from the label. What does this add to our historical appreciation of Springsteen?

There’s something special about this period when he was just starting out. That version of the band was short-lived—it wasn’t even called the E Street Band then—and two of the original members left shortly afterward.

It’s clear that Springsteen himself was on board with this project.

I was able to speak to Bruce as I was first considering it, and I told him I didn’t want to do anything without his blessing. He thanked me for that and said, “What can I do to help?” I knew that with Bruce’s blessing and cooperation, the chances of making this a success were far greater. And the timing turned out well, because we were able to get the book published ahead of his tour this year. What do you hope people get from the book?

It’s going to mean different things to different people. A lot of people have very personal feelings about Bruce and his music.

—Sonia Ketchian

Fashion Fur

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WENVEN MEN’S WINTER COAT WITH FAUX REMOVABLE HOOD amazon.com

CLASSIC SHEEPSKIN B-3 BOMBER JACKET WITH DETACHABLE HOOD overland.com

MACKAGE DIXON FURTRIMMED DOWN BOMBER JACKET Garmany, Red Bank, 732.576.8500

GUESS MEN’S FAUX SHEARLING OVERCOAT Macy’s, Eatontown, 732.542.1212

SCHOTT NYC VINTAGE BUFFALO nordstrom.com

ARTIC ANORAK WITH DETACHABLE FUR woolrich.com

SATIN SMOCKEDCUFF BLOUSE Chico’s, Shrewsbury, 732.758.0047

Saffron Spice

Is it yellow? Is it way, saffron is the burst your winter wardrobe craves.

BROTHER VELLIES BRANDY OVER THE KNEE BOOT nordstrom. com

RAG & BONE SOLEIL RIBBED MIDI-SKIRT Garmany, Red Bank, 732.576.8500

FELT HAT J.Crew Factory, Tinton Falls, 732.918.8412

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AMINA MUADDI SUPERAMINI GIORGIA PATENT BAG fwrd.com

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AGGI CAMILLA NEON ORANGE FLARED PANTS wolfandbadger.com

Art Deco Decor

Embrace the new year with sleek, geometric pieces that pay homage to the 1920s.

ART DECO STYLED OVAL COFFEE TABLE bernadettelivingston.com

LUMANITY HARMONY TWOTIER BRASS STATEMENT CHANDELIER overstock.com

ART DECOR ARM CHAIR twistmodern.com

SHOOT FOR MORE SHUT-EYE

Studies support the advice that seven hours of sleep per night is a healthy amount for folks ages 50 and older. Research found snoozing fewer hours, five hours, for example, had a 20 percent greater risk of developing a chronic condition.

—PLOS Medicine

VARY SPORTS TO PREVENT KIDS’ INJURIES

Experts maintain that less specialization in kids’ sports is better for youngsters. Not only will it lead to less burnout, but fewer injuries. One study suggested that adolescent athletes who played one sport were more likely to be injured compared with athletes who were less specialized.

—Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine

BREATHE ANXIETY AWAY

Researchers have found that mindfulness-based stress reduction in which you focus on breathing was just as effective as medication prescribed for anxiety.

—JAMA Psychiatry

EXERCISE POST CANCER

Research suggests that staying active could curb cancer cell growth. A recent study found that prostate cancer patients enrolled in a 12-week exercise regimen were found to have suppressed the growth of new cells.

—Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise

CYCLE FOR HEALTH

People with diabetes who cycled regularly were found to have a 24 percent lower mortality rate than non-cyclists.

—JAMA Internal Medicine

ALL IN THE FAMILY

Approximately 28 percent of people report knowing little or nothing about their family’s health history.

—Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

WHAT’S THAT?

Hearing loss in midlife is associated with an increased risk of dementia, according to research. Meanwhile, not being able to communicate leads to loneliness and depression.

—The Lancet

140,000,000

The number of Americans who have had the coronavirus, based on an analysis of blood tests that reveal antibodies from the infection.

—Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE

From left: Eric Carney, President & CEO, MMC and MMC Southern Campus; Mary Anne Nagy, Chair, MMC Board of Trustees; Bill Arnold, Executive Vice President and President of the Southern Region, RWJBH, and President and CEO of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

Monmouth Medical Center (MMC), an RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH) facility, has officially purchased the former Fort Monmouth property in Tinton Falls from the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA).

The property, located at Corregidor Road and Pearl Harbor Avenue, will be the home of the Vogel Medical Campus at Tinton Falls. Construction of the state-of-the-art medical campus will begin this year and was made possible by a historic $50 million gift to MMC from local philanthropists Sheldon and the late Anne Vogel.

The Vogel Medical Campus at Tinton Falls will bring worldclass care to an easily accessible location where patients can receive health care services in one place—creating a seamless and exceptional experience. The outpatient center will feature comprehensive same-day surgery, advanced diagnostic imaging and on-site specialty physician offices. The cornerstone of the outpatient center is a comprehensive cancer center in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. All of these services will be provided in a park-like setting designed to promote a healing environment by embracing the natural landscape with green vistas and outdoor seating and walking areas.

“We are excited to take ownership of the property and begin the process of constructing a truly incredible facility,” says Eric Carney, President and CEO of MMC and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus. “The Vogel Medical Campus will enable us to further our mission to deliver truly outstanding care to our community. As an expansion of the MMC campuses in Long Branch and Lakewood, the Vogel Medical Campus is located within the communities we currently serve and will be designed to meet the unique needs of our diverse and growing community now and in the future.”

The development of the Vogel Medical Campus is part of MMC’s mission to create an integrated outpatient network that helps patients maintain wellness and meet their evolving care

needs. It is also supported by RWJBH’s expansive primary and specialty care provider network throughout the region. Recent advancements include:

• MMC and its Unterberg Children’s Hospital expanded access to pediatric care and wellness programs through the Anne Vogel Family Care and Wellness Center at the Monmouth Mall in Eatontown. The center also provides access to the outstanding offerings of Children’s Specialized Hospital, also an RWJBH facility.

• MMC partnered with Monmouth University on the Linda Grunin Simulation Lab and Learning Center in West Long Branch, which is providing high-tech, hands-on learning experiences for medical residents, students and staff.

“The Vogel Medical Campus is another example of meeting the healthcare needs of our region in an effective, flexible and sustainable way,” says Bill Arnold, Executive Vice President and President of the Southern Region, RWJBH, and President and CEO of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. “Our integrated network of inpatient and outpatient facilities, along with our outstanding providers, is ensuring high-quality care now and for generations to come.”

Monmouth Medical Center is the only hospital in the region to receive an “A” Hospital Safety Score by the Leapfrog Group for 16 consecutive rating periods. MMC was also named a top teaching hospital by the Leapfrog Group in 2021 and was named to the 2022 Newsweek list of “World’s Best Hospitals”.

As part of the outpatient center development at the Vogel Medical Campus, plans for transforming the site also include the option for a new acute care hospital, should there be a future need. This hospital would be an expansion of the care already provided at Monmouth Medical Center and would operate in conjunction with the Long Branch campus.

“We are proud of the trust and confidence placed in us to transform healthcare in the region,” says Carney. “Together, we will continue to work with our patients, families, clinicians and partners to advance healthcare in our communities.”

For more information about Monmouth Medical Center, visit rwjbh.org.

A rendering of the future Vogel Medical Campus at Tinton Falls

Long Branch resident

Jeff Prusan, seated, with his son Brandon

ELEVATING CANCER CARE

A Long Branch man discovers treatment at Monmouth Medical Center goes beyond cuttingedge technology—a pleasant staff helps heal too.

You can’t get by on a good reputation alone, especially in healthcare, where good bedside manner and patient comfort is almost as important to treatment itself.

That’s exactly what 64-year-old Jeff Prusan discovered in 2018 when he began treatment for what doctors originally believed was tonsilitis. Prescribed antibiotics didn’t work, and the Long Branch resident said symptoms worsened.

“My throat felt like it was closing up, and I was having trouble breathing,” Prusan recalls. “My friend even suggested I might have throat cancer, which was concerning because I had lost my wife years earlier to ovarian cancer.”

He then sought care at a large reputable hospital, where a biopsy on his tonsils confirmed Prusan developed tonsil cancer. He immediately started treatment and responded well to a three-month chemotherapy plan, but Prusan didn’t continue with additional treatment—and by July 2019, a cancerous mass formed on his right tonsil.

“That hospital provided standard care, but there was a lot of red tape,” says Prusan. “I wasn’t happy there, so I went to Monmouth Medical Center.”

In October 2019, Prusan met with Mitchell Weiss, M.D., Chair of the Radiation Oncology Department at MMC, and soon started 6½ weeks of concurrent radiation and chemotherapy to treat his right tonsil and lymph nodes in his neck.

“The treatment went well,” Dr. Weiss says. “We used advanced technology to treat him, including TomoTherapy.” Before

delivering radiation, the TomoTherapy unit (a form of image-guided radiation therapy, or IGRT) allows radiation oncologists to take advanced imaging immediately before treatment to “make sure we are targeting the right areas and minimizing any long-term effects,” Dr. Weiss adds.

By the end of January 2020, doctors told Prusan there was no evidence of cancer in his body.

“Monmouth Medical Center got me in quickly, and doctors assured me that tonsil cancer is highly curable,” he says. “And everyone made the process so easy: I went in once a week (chemo was once a week, radiation was daily), I had an iPad or a book, complimentary food and snacks and even a few laughs. The level of care at Monmouth Medical Center is so good. So many people check in on you, from doctors to nurses and nurse practitioners. You never feel alone.

“Dr. Weiss made me feel comfortable from the start,” Prusan adds. “Cancer is not a joke—there’s a lot to worry about. But to go to a place that makes treatment easy for you, what else can you ask for?”

Dr. Weiss credits the department’s multidisciplinary team for the first-rate care, including nurses, patient navigators, nutritionists and radiation therapists, as well as the medical oncologists with whom they work.

“Radiation therapists see patients whenever they come in and form close relationships with them,” he says. “They really make people comfortable. Everyone at Monmouth Medical Center treats patients like they’re family.”

ABOUT THE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED RADIATION ONCOLOGY

The Leon Hess Cancer Center at Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in cancer care thanks in part to its state-of-the-art Institute for Advanced Radiation Oncology. As the region’s pioneer in delivering leading-edge cancer care, the institute continues to gain international, national and state recognition for its clinical application and research of breakthrough methods of radiation therapy.

Monmouth Medical Center’s Institute for Advanced Radiation Oncology has earned accreditation from the American College of Radiology for the quality, safety and appropriateness of its radiation therapy. The Institute for Advanced Radiation Oncology offers a full spectrum of highly advanced technology in the delivery of high-precision radiotherapy that is dramatically helping cancer patients recover faster and with fewer side effects. These advanced treatment options include Gamma Knife, a proven alternative to invasive surgery for patients with brain metastases, brain dysfunctions and brain tumors, and Tomotherapy, which delivers a very sophisticated form of image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) with such precision that surrounding healthy tissue receives lower doses than delivered by more conventional radiation therapy.

Monmouth’s Institute for Advanced Radiation Oncology is actively involved in numerous research studies that are investigating a full spectrum of radiation therapies, as well as identifying ways to reduce the side effects of treatment.

RWJBarnabas Health and Monmouth Medical Center , in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey— the state’s only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center—provide close-to-home access to the most advanced treatment options. To find out more, call 8443.CANCERNJ or visit rwjbh.org/beatcancer.

Mitchell Weiss, M.D.

TAKING CHARGE

Monmouth Medical Center plastic

chief named president of noted national society.

commitment to improving patient outcomes by member surgeons around the globe remains as vital as ever before.”

Representing more than 7,000 physician members, the ASPS comprises more than 94 percent of all boardcertified plastic surgeons in the U.S. Founded in 1931, the society represents physicians certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Dr. Greco has served as chief of the Monmouth Medical Center Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery for nearly 12 years, and is the MMC general surgery program director as well as the assistant program director for the General Surgery Program at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Monmouth Medical Center’s teaching affiliate.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the world’s largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons, has named Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) plastic surgeon Gregory Greco, D.O., FACS, as its new president.

Dr. Greco, a resident of Sea Bright, served as the Board Vice President for Health Policy and Advocacy for ASPS for three years prior

to his election last year as president-elect. Dr. Greco took office on Oct. 30 in Boston during Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2022, the society’s annual scientific meeting. He will serve as president of the society for one year.

“It is an honor to lead ASPS during this era of technology and innovation,” says Dr. Greco. “Looking ahead to the next chapter for both plastic surgery and ASPS, our foundational

A dual board-certified plastic surgeon, he is a diplomate of both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He specializes in full body cosmetic surgery and breast reconstruction.

Dr. Greco is a graduate of Adelphi University, and received his medical degree from The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. After completing his fiveyear general surgery training at Monmouth Medical Center, he went on to complete a three-year plastic surgery residency at The University of Illinois at Chicago.

To learn more about Cancer Surgery Services at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, call 973.322.5195 and 844-CANCERNJ, respectively.

For more information about Monmouth Medical Center, visit rwjbh.org.

surgery

Gregory Greco, D.O., FACS, is shown at left at the Gavel Ceremony with outgoing American Society of Plastic Surgeons President J. Peter Rubin, M.D., from the University of Pittsburgh.

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...VISIT US NEXT.

…VISIT US NEXT.

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Whether you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, seasonal allergies or are simply feeling under the weather - walk into AFC Urgent Care Bound Brook for fast and effective treatment. In the event of unpredictable ailments or injuries, AFC Bound Brook is a convenient option to receive quality, on-demand care from a professional, certified provider — no appointment needed. Our urgent care center is open early or late, 7 days a week for your convenience.

Whether you are experiencing cold symptoms, seasonal allergies or are simply feeling under the weather—walk into AFC Urgent Care West Long Branch for fast and effective treatment. In the event of unpredictable ailments or injuries, AFC West Long Branch is a convenient option to receive quality, on-demand care from a professional, certified provider—no appointment needed. Our urgent care center is open early or late, 7 days a week for your convenience.

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5 WAYS TO GET FIT

Experts explain today’s hot workout trends and how they can work for you.

How many years in a row have you put “lose weight” or “get in shape” at the top of your list of resolutions? Don’t worry—you’ve got company. But the benefits of regular exercise could be simpler to achieve than you think. Today’s methods offer an efficient route to greater fitness if you use them wisely, and some can be used in the comfort of your home. Here are five current fitness approaches and what the experts have to say about them. (As with any new exercise program, check with your health care provider first to make sure the activity you choose is safe for you.)

By Haley Longman

HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING (HIIT).

A workout is considered HIIT if it involves short bursts of intense exercise followed by brief rests or lower-intensity moves in between sets. Overall, HIIT routines help decrease fat, build muscle and improve body composition, and they don’t need to be an hour long to be effective. The American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) official recommendation is a more doable 30 minutes of moderate-to-intense activity five times a week. What’s next: “There are a million different ways to do a HIIT workout, but the takeaway is that you need to change intensities and modalities so that your body can do as much work with as few breaks as possible,” says Ronnie Lubischer, owner of Lubischer’s Burn & Blast in West Long Branch. Variety is what keeps things interesting and pushes people out of their comfort zone. How-to at home: Eight rounds of 12 dead-lift pull-downs and 20 reps of bicep curls are a great way to combine HIIT with weightlifting. “Try to do HIIT in the morning when your glucose levels are low so as to burn more fat,” says Lubischer.

TECH WORKOUTS.

Technology and fitness have collided over the past decade, especially since the pandemic began and brick-and-mortar gyms either closed or imposed limits on users. In fact, wearable technology was the No. 1 fitness trend of 2022, according to the ACSM. With the touch of a button, you can track your steps, your progress, your form, your heart rate and sometimes even your sleep patterns. “These apps are comprehensive and are never going to hinder you; in fact, they help you reach your goals,” Lubischer says. His clients use wearables in conjunction with his training sessions to “keep them accountable after the workout, since they’re checking in with their workout dashboard and food log.” These devices can help you optimize your workout in real time and live a healthier lifestyle. A recent study out of Brigham Young University found that simply wearing a fitness tracker—even if you don’t pay attention to it—may increase your time spent walking.

What’s next: In addition to wearables and apps, experts are projecting 2023 as a big year for AIbased fitness training programs. This means workout aficionados can expect bespoke workouts with moves and intensity levels specific to your body and your needs, resulting in highly personalized regimens and top-notch results. “For all of these apps, the takeaway is optimal,” Lubischer says.

How-to at home: There are hundreds of apps you can download right to your phone, including FitBit Charge 5, one of Lubischer’s favorites, that’ll help push you to your personal best. FitnessAI is at the forefront of artificial intelligence workouts; its algorithm adjusts your level of difficulty and your rest intervals based on each workout you track. It also has messaging in the app to keep you accountable, much as a personal trainer would “IRL.”

TOTAL-BODY RESISTANCE EXERCISE (TRX).

This is suspension training that improves strength and tightens muscles using just your body weight and gravity—no weights or kettlebells required. All you need is the adjustable straps (the original TRX straps were invented by a Navy SEAL), which amplify standard moves such as planks, pushups, squats, crunches and chest presses.

“TRX allows you to use your body weight for the movements and resistance so you can make easy progressions by adjusting your body in position to the anchor,” says Matt Wright, chief growth officer at The Fort Athletic Club in Oceanport. You’ll probably want to work with a trainer at least at first to perfect your form and limit the risk of injury, but once you’re well equipped with the basics, this regimen works for people of almost any age: Wright says he’s trained both 6-year-olds and 90-year-olds in TRX!

What’s next: Some studios offer TRX-specific classes, but many gyms have the straps so that members can utilize them as they please. “It’s a weight-bearing activity, so it can help increase bone density and overall strength,” says Wright. How-to at home: Alternatively, you can purchase a set of TRX straps for between $100 and $200 online and do this exercise at home.

EXERCISE “SNACKING.”

This may be the best life hack for those of us who are busy and can’t always commit to a lengthy workout. The idea is that rather than one long session, you get some movement in via “bite-sized” bursts throughout the day, in whatever way feels comfortable to you. “Exercise is cumulative,” says Lubischer. “As long as you get to your 30 minutes in the day, it doesn’t matter how you break that up.” Bonus: Shortbut-sweet workouts will make you feel accomplished, which can in turn improve your mood and mental health.

What’s next: Expect to see more online programs and challenges offering five-, 10- and 15-minute workout snippets you can pepper into your daily routine (Peloton is famous for this). Low-intensity moves such as walking the dog or climbing the stairs count too, so you can feel productive knowing you’re doing even just a little something to get your body moving. “There’s a benefit to consuming workouts in different ways so you don’t get bored and do the same thing too often,” Wright adds. How-to at home: The point of exercise snacking is that it doesn’t need to be formal and planned out. But if you prefer it to be, in between Zoom calls or the chauffeuring of kids, aim to take three 10-minute breaks each day, with three sets of 10 exercises during each.

“This gives you a little bit of everything,” says Wright.

YOGA.

Something new? Of course not. But this ancient practice is breathing new life into workouts in ’23. It combines breathing techniques, physical movements and meditation to challenge both the mind and the body. Yoga improves strength, balance and flexibility, and it has cardio and circulatory health benefits as well.

What’s next: Yoga will continue to play into today’s huge focus on mental health and wellness by offering more mixed-level classes where people of all experience levels feel welcomed, says Matt Wright, chief growth officer at The Fort Athletic Club in Oceanport. He adds that breathwork and meditation are becoming central in yoga classes too, and the additional element of heat (such as in hot yoga) is growing popular for other types of workouts such as sculpt or toning.

How-to at home: Before taking a class, Wright recommends checking out videos online to learn the basics such as downward dog, warrior poses and child’s pose. “Some people don’t want to try yoga because it’s unfamiliar,” says Wright. “But the more practice you have, the better and more confident you’ll get.”

AHH! STRESS-FREE

A spa that offers family fun as well as pampering can be a vacation from your vacation.

Let’s face it, a trip for the whole family can be stressful. There are too many minds debating where to eat, what to see, when to do what. It triggers a desire to unwind, so here’s an idea: Go to a place where unwinding is on the agenda. The five spa resorts here are places to de-stress, yes, but they also promise fun for the whole traveling tribe. That can put serenity right on your itinerary.

THE PHOENICIAN SPA

Scottsdale, Arizona.

The temperature around the Valley of the Sun is ideal this time of year, but it’s always perfect—even when the mercury is consistently in triple digits—at this desert oasis. Create your personal wellness treatment by choosing from a variety of five-star services and amenities. From scrubs and massages to facials and Drybar services, there’s something soothing for everyone. Meanwhile, you’ll have the chance to soak up the fragrance of the exclusive Phoenix Rising Aroma Blend of essential oils.

Remember to save time to relax at the rooftop pool, which offers undisturbed views of Camelback Mountain.

Family fun: The resort boasts three outdoor pools with cabanas available for rent, as well as a championship golf course for all skill levels. Outside the facility, all visitors will enjoy the shops, eateries and photo ops in Old Town Scottsdale, while NASCAR fans can ogle the displays at the Penske Racing Museum.

RUSH CREEK LODGE & SPA

Groveland, California.

Just minutes from the entrance to picturesque Yosemite National Park, this resort is an extension of the park’s beauty. Inspired by Yosemite’s waterfalls, hot springs and wildflowers, the spa’s amenities promote natural healing and wellness. An aromatherapy steam room and a Himalayan salt sauna mimic a summer hike along rocky trails, while warm waterfall coves and misting rooms resemble the natural pools found in the park. Traditional and standup paddleboard yoga (great for all ages!), facials and scrubs, massages and Colorpuncture (noninvasive light therapy) are also offered.

Family fun: Take advantage of the lodge’s rental equipment and head over to Yosemite. Gear includes bikes, backpacks, trekking poles and binoculars.

GETAWAYS

C LAZY U RANCH

Granby, Colorado.

Do everything or nothing at this Rocky Mountain State dude ranch. Odds are you’ll want to do the Lazy You Spa for a unique, relaxing experience. For instance, massages are offered in “tents” that are suspended over the Willow Creek and have glass floors, so you can enjoy the sight and sound of running water during your session. Moonlit soaks in therapeutic copper tubs are accompanied by champagne, strawberries and unobstructed mountain views. Facials, scrubs and wraps are also available.

Family fun: Your crew can enjoy on-site activities such as horseback riding and horsemanship or hatchet throwing, or take to the outdoors and rent bicycles or hiking equipment from the pro shop. Depending on the season, archery, beehive tours, fly fishing, ice skating and skiing are also offered.

CARILLON MIAMI WELLNESS RESORT

Miami, Florida.

Sure, the temperate aqua waters of the Atlantic provide plenty of relaxation for us Northeasterners, but you’ll find more ways to unwind at this south Florida retreat. Customize your spa treatment to improve in more than 30 health areas, from back pain and memory to arthritis and fatigue. Sign up for a soothing massage or a facial or skincare consultation, or try something new such as a salt float bath or cryotherapy. Before your treatment or workout, be sure to walk through the private hot and cold zones for a thermal hydrotherapy session.

Family fun: Between spa sessions, take the kids to the resort’s two-story rock-climbing wall or sign up everyone for kiteboarding lessons with the International Kiteboarding Organization.

LA FONDA ON THE PLAZA

Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Historic Santa Fe Plaza is always filled with the hustle and bustle of tourists, but this quiet gem is the perfect getaway from the main square. The folks here are experts in tranquility, creating and offering programs for comforting massages and full-body treatments. Boost any relaxation treatment with aromatherapy, CBD oil or reflexology—or all three! If you’re staying at La Fonda and would rather not leave your luxurious guest quarters, opt for an in-room massage.

Family fun: Santa Fe is a hotbed for the arts—more than 3,000 pieces are in the permanent collection at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. Young ones will love the hands-on Santa Fe Children’s Museum or the Santa Fe Railyard Park.

SOUP’S ON!

CASHEW-CREAM

QUINOA SOUP

Yields 4-6 servings

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE SOUP:

n 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil

n 3 shallots, diced

n 4 carrots, shredded

n 1 rib celery, diced

n 1 tsp. kosher salt

n 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

n 4 cloves garlic, minced

n 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock

n 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

n 1 cup quinoa, rinsed

n 1 14.5-ounce can finely chopped tomatoes, preferably Mutti

n 1 tsp. dried basil

n 2 tsp. dried thyme

n ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

n 3 cups baby spinach

n ½ cup Cashew Cream (see below)

n ¼ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano, for serving

FOR THE CASHEW CREAM:

n 1cup raw cashews

n 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

n 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice

n 1 clove garlic

n ½ tsp. sea salt

DIRECTIONS:

Heat the oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high. Add the shallots, carrots and celery. Season with ½ teaspoon of the salt and ½ teaspoon of the pepper. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

Add the stock, chickpeas, quinoa, tomatoes and spices. Stir to combine. Season with the remaining ½ teaspoon salt and the remaining ½ teaspoon pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Partially cover the pot and cook for 25 minutes. Stir in the spinach and cashew cream. Allow the spinach to wilt. Divide among bowls and top with the grated cheese.

For the cashew cream, place the cashews and ½ cup water in a small bowl. Let sit in a warm area for at least 8 hours. Drain. With a high-speed blender, blend the cashews, oil, lemon juice, garlic and salt until smooth. Store the cashew cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein and fiber. They can provide many health benefits such as improving digestion, aiding in weight management and preventing diseases.”

—Hannah Byrne, registered dietitian nutritionist, Hannah Byrne Nutrition, Neptune

Nothing says winter like the smell of homemade soup wafting from the stovetop. These three bowls are healthy, flavorful and hearty enough to stand alone as the whole meal.

RUSTIC PARMESAN AND POLENTA CHICKEN SOUP

Yields 4-6 servings

INGREDIENTS:

n 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

n 1 shallot, diced

n 2 medium cloves garlic, minced

n 6 cups chicken stock

n ½ cup stoneground yellow

cornmeal

n 1 cup grated Parmigiano

Reggiano

n 8 oz. baby spinach leaves

n 2 cups shredded rotisserie

chicken

n ½ tsp. kosher salt

n ½ tsp. coarsely ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes until tender.

Add the stock to the pot and bring it to a simmer. Add the cornmeal to the stock in a thin stream, whisking constantly. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the soup is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.

Whisk in the cheese and simmer for 1 additional minute. Stir in the spinach and chicken.

Simmer until the spinach is wilted and the chicken is heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Season the soup with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and drizzle with olive oil.

Spinach is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. Eating spinach regularly may help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes and obesity.”

—Hannah Byrne, registered dietitian nutritionist, Hannah Byrne Nutrition, Neptune

HARISSA-SPICED MOROCCAN CAULIFLOWER AND ALMOND SOUP

Yields 2 servings

INGREDIENTS:

n 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil

n 1 small yellow onion, finely

diced

n ½ tsp. ground cinnamon

n ½ tsp. ground cumin

n ½ tsp. ground coriander

n 1 Tbs. harissa paste

n 1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets

n 1½ cups vegetable or chicken stock

n 1¼ cups almond flakes, toasted

n ¼ cup half-and-half

n 1 small baguette, cut into ¾-inch cubes and toasted

n freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until very soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the cinnamon, cumin, coriander and harissa paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the cauliflower florets, stock, and 1 cup of the toasted almond flakes. Cover and cook until the cauliflower is tender, about 20 minutes.

Puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. (If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can let the soup cool, then puree the solids in a food processor fitted with the metal blade and return them to the pot). Reheat the soup in the stockpot. Add the half-and-half and mix thoroughly.

To serve, ladle the warm soup into bowls and top with the remaining toasted almonds and the toasted bread cubes. Season with pepper as needed.

Serve the ribs over mashed potatoes or creamy polenta and top with gravy.

All photos and recipes are reprinted with permission from The Art of Pantry Cooking by Ronda Carman. Photos by Matthew Mead. Rizzoli 2022.

The Practical Prune

This vitamin-rich dried fruit is much more than just a way to keep things moving.

Prunes are dried plums. The dark-purplish fruit—sweet, chewy, squishy and stickytextured—is usually made from Prunus domestica. That’s the European plum, the fruit of a flowering deciduous tree that grows not only in Europe, but also in the Americas (especially California), the Middle East and the Far East. No beauty, the prune is widely hailed simply for one purpose: helping to keep us regular. But such typecasting does the wrinkly little thing an injustice, selling short its culinary versatility and its manifold nutritious boons.

While all prunes start out as plums, not all plums are candidates for prunehood. Generally, plums sold to be eaten as plums are “clingstone” fruits, with hard-to-remove pits, while plums with a pruny destiny are “freestone”—the pit can be taken out easily. In 2001 some prune marketers won permission from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to call what they were selling “dried plums” instead of prunes to avoid what they thought were negative connotations of the latter label. Fortunately, many of these prune prudes have since recovered their prune pride.

POWER UP:

When it comes to assisting your body’s blood clotting and bone building, vitamin K is a powerhouse. And guess what food is a veritable K-mart! A 100-gram (3.5-ounce) serving of uncooked prunes meets 57 percent of your daily need for K—as well as 16 percent each of your riboflavin, alias vitamin B2 (which can help the body absorb nutrients and prevent damage to cells caused by free radicals), B6 (good for the brain, nerves and immune system) and potassium (an aid to maintaining normal fluid levels in cells). At 115 calories for a serving of five prunes, this fruit can be a healthy snack alternative.

And what about prunes’ claim to fame? Five London researchers, not content simply to ask their grandmothers, reviewed previous trials to assess the fruit’s vaunted prowess as a laxative. Results published in 2014 in Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics charted groups of participants, with and without a constipation complaint, as they ate 100 grams of prunes a day for three weeks. “Number twos” became more frequent for the constipated group and easier for both groups. The reasons? Probably both prunes’ high fiber content and their generous quantity of sorbitol, which can

help stimulate the gastrocolic reflex, a signal to the colon to go into action.

Prunes do have potential downsides. Eating too many can trigger gas and/or diarrhea. Also, the Mayo Clinic warns that if you’re taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) for depression, eating foods like prunes that are high in the amino acid tyramine can result in excessive tyramine levels in the body—and a possible blood-pressure spike.

BUY/STORE/SERVE

Almost every grocery store and many fruit markets sell prunes; you’ll find them among other dried fruits, often in jars or plastic packages. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says dried fruits such as prunes can retain their quality stored in a pantry for up to six months. “After opening,” it adds, “you may wish to store them tightly sealed in the refrigerator to preserve the quality for up to six additional months or freeze them for one month.”

You can pop a prune into your mouth and be happy about it—it’s a healthy snack with natural sweetness. Or use prunes in a salad, a wholegrain muffin or a bowl of cereal. Mix them with spiced red cabbage or a quinoa stew. As an hors d’oeuvre, try prunes stuffed with chicken-liver mousse. Search out online recipes for main courses such as braised pork with prunes or roast pheasant with leeks and prunes. Go international with Belgian rabbit in prune sauce or prune-filled Middle Eastern pilaf. Or make a memorable dessert using prunes in a chocolate cake, or fashioning a prune-and-almond scone or a prune-andchocolate-torte.

Finally, of course, there’s prune juice. Try it in the morning when you need to help things along— or when you simply want a distinctive-tasting breakfast-beverage change-up pitch.

—Timothy Kelley

DID YOU KNOW? More than 1,000 varieties of plums are dried and packaged as prunes.

MONMOUTH COUNTY’S

TOP DENTISTS 2023

TO HELP YOU FIND GREAT DENTAL CARE, Monmouth Health & Life commissioned Professional Research Services (PRS) of Troy, Michigan to conduct a peer-review survey of hundreds of practicing and active dentists across Monmouth County. Dentists were asked to choose which of their peers they consider the very best, across seven different practice areas— endodontics, general dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and prosthodontics.

All the final honorees were fact-checked with the State of New Jersey and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System. The highest vote getters within each specialty who are in good standing with the state are included here in the 2023 “Monmouth County’s Top Dentists” list.

There are many other good dentists practicing in Monmouth County who may not be included on this list; we recommend that you consider “Monmouth County’s Top Dentists” and other resources before scheduling your next dental procedure.

ENDODONTICS

FABIO G. APOLITO

Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA 303 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-462-4606

KRISTEN BLUMBERGER

Chapel Hill Dental Arts

429 Route 35 Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-365-0123

MELINDA BLUME

Leonard Eisner, DDS & Melinda Blume, DDS 4251 Route 9, Bldg. 3 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-577-1855

LEONARD J. EISNER

Leonard Eisner, DDS & Melinda Blume, DDS 4251 Route 9, Bldg. 3 Freehold , NJ 07728 732-577-1855

MARK GELBAND

Red Bank Endodontics

200 Maple Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-741-1567

RAJEEV GUPTA

Shore Endodontics

2130 Route 35 North Bldg. A, Unit 126

Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732-893-8600

HERBERT GUTENTAG

Red Bank Endodontics

200 Maple Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-741-1567

SAHRIP KIM

Access Endodontics, LLC 535 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 9 Freehold , NJ 07728 732-303-6900

YELENA OSTROMETSKAYA

Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA 1398 Route 35 Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-531-9200

GINNINE S. RIBOLOW

Ginnine Ribolow, DDS 203 Route 9, Suite 2 Englishtown, NJ 07726 732-972-1900

MICHELE SCRIME

Shore Endodontics 2130 Route 35 North Bldg. A, Unit 126

Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732-893-8600

ANTONETT M. THAI

Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA

1398 Route 35 Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-531-9200

JOHNATHAN VELARDI Red Bank Endodontics 200 Maple Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-741-1567

IRA J. ZOHN Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA 1398 Route 35 Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-531-9200

GENERAL DENTISTRY

ERIC S. ADLER

Adler Family Dental 301 Church St. Aberdeen, NJ 07747 732-583-1616

MICHAEL C. ADLER Adler Family Dental 301 Church St. Aberdeen, NJ 07747 732-583-1616

ISABEL BASTOS West Long Branch Dental 879 Broadway West Long Branch, NJ 07764 732-795-6868

PINKY BHAVSAR NJ Laser Dentistry 818 Shrewsbury Ave. Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 732-210-6306

VICTOR J. BUCCELLATO

Victor J. Buccellato, DMD, PA 507 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-462-0021

JAMES BURDEN New Paradigm Dentistry 514 Route 33 West, Suite 3 Millstone , NJ 08535 732-414-1888

JOSEPH T. BUZZANCO

Joseph T. Buzzanco, DMD 208 Maple Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-747-1122

JOSEPH G. CAMPI CampiDental 2041 Route 35 Wall Township, NJ 07719 732-449-2228

MARY K. CARON-RUSSO

Dentistry at Sea Girt 804 Route 71 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732-449-6564

DAVID CHODES

David Chodes, DDS 501 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-431-4444

LEN CIUFFREDA

Remarkable Grins

215 Gordons Corner Rd. Suite 2E Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-792-0605

PAUL FERGUSON

Ferguson Dental Care 811 River Rd. Fair Haven, NJ 07704 732-747-1224

BRIAN M. FURIE

Brian M. Furie, DMD, LLC 515 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 5 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-431-2212

MATTHEW HOMSI

Friendly Dental

112 Oxford Lane Aberdeen, NJ 07747 732-566-8484

CHARLES F. LEONE

Charles F. Leone, DMD & K. C. Wenning, DMD 33 Reckless Pl. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-741-1770

JOHN L. LITTLE

Dentistry At Sea Girt

804 Route 71 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732-449-6564

JOHN P. LITTLE

Dentistry At Sea Girt

804 Route 71 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732-449-6564

APARNA MENON

Newman Springs

Dental Care

539 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732-876-9139

GREGORY G. MILLS

Morganville Dental Group 505 Route 79 Morganville, NJ 07751 732-591-1550

LINDA JAYE MOLEE

Linda Jaye Molee, DMD 390 Schanck Rd. Freehold , NJ 07728 732-462-6363

TIMOTHY MORIARTY

Dentistry At Sea Girt

804 Route 71 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732-449-6564

JEFFREY S. SACHS

Jeffrey S. Sachs, DMD 812 Poole Ave., Suite E Hazlet, NJ 07730 732-739-0900

BARRY L. SANDOR

Sandor Family Dentistry

70 Schanck Rd. Freehold , NJ 07728 732-462-8877

MICHAEL SANTO

Santo Dental Group 210 W. Front St., Suite 202 Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-641-8780

MICHELE SCHULTZ-ROBINS

Two River Family Dental Center 252 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-747-2022

DENNIS G. STERNBERG

Dennis G. Sternberg, DDS

515 Iron Bridge Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-334-3601

KATHERINE VARCHENKO

Aesthetic Dentistry of Jersey Shore 804 W. Park Ave. Bldg. B, Suite 2G Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-695-3202

MELINDA WAGNER

Melinda Wagner, DMD 191 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-747-2032

K.C. WENNING

Charles F. Leone, DMD & K. C. Wenning, DMD 33 Reckless Pl. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-741-1770

STEVEN R. ZUNGER

Drs. Zunger & James 520 Bridge Plaza Dr. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-536-0088

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

JEFFREY C. ELBAUM

Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 501 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 14 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-431-3400

JOHN FRATTELLONE

Lincroft Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

515 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732-842-5915

PAUL GALANTE

CampiDental 2041 Route 35 Wall Township, NJ 07719 732-449-2228

JARED GELBAND

Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732-566-7648

KAYVON HAGHIGHI

Maxillofacial Surgery Center for Excellence 276 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-530-1110

EDWARD KOZLOVSKY

Marlboro Center for Oral Surgery & Dental Implantology

15 School Rd. East, Suite 1 Marlboro, NJ 07746 732-625-2244

BRIAN S. KROST

Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

501 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 14 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-431-3400

MARTEN N. LADMAN

New Jersey Oral Surgery Dental Implants 87 Route 520 Morganville, NJ 07751 732-972-0002

MANOLIS MANOLAKAKIS

Advanced Facial SurgeryManolis Manolakakis, DMD, FACS 1131 Broad St., Suite 109 Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 732-333-8708

JOHN M. MCELROY

Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732-566-7648

STUART MEYER

Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732-566-7648

NATHAN OSTLER Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 501 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 14 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-431-3400

BRIAN PATERSON

Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 509 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-431-4800

JUSTIN PONQUINETTE Atlantic Oral Surgery 21 Gilbert St. North Tinton Falls, NJ 07701 732-747-0993

GAURAV SHAH

Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732-566-7648

JOHN P. SOLIMAN

Coastal Oral Surgery

2130 Route 35, Suite 112

Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732-974-0680

MICHAEL STEINLE

Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

501 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 14 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-431-3400

ORTHODONTICS

STEVEN BRITTON

Britton Orthodontics

804 W. Park Ave., Bldg. B Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-660-5576

GREG G. CAMPI

CampiDental

2041 Route 35 Wall Township, NJ 07719 732-449-2228

ILEANA CAVANAGH

Cavanagh Orthodontics

20 White Rd., Suite C Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 732-741-5300

MATTHEW CHOI

Progressive Orthodontics, LLC

9 Leonardville Rd. Middletown, NJ 07748 732-671-5700

MICHAEL J. CHUNG

Advanced Center for Orthodontics, LLC

535 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 9 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-308-0022

GREGORY S. COAKLEY

Two River Orthodontics

19 Church St. Little Silver, NJ 07739 732-741-9090

PATRICK T. CUOZZO

Cuozzo Orthodontic Specialists

4 Swimming River Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732-747-3466

BRAD ELKIN

Brace Place

509 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-333-8714

JOSHUA EPSTEIN

Brace Place 800 Tennent Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-385-8410

MARTIN EPSTEIN

Brace Place

800 Tennent Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-385-8410

TARA GOSTOVICH

Tara Gostovich, DMD 479 Route 520, Suite A-204 Marlboro, NJ 07746 732-617-1211

ANDREW HOCH

Hoch Orthodontics 105 Reids Hill Rd.

Matawan, NJ 07747

732-566-7788

GERALD HOCH Hoch Orthodontics

105 Reids Hill Rd. Matawan, NJ 07747

732-566-7788

SIRENA HSIEH Central Jersey Orthodontics

44 Village Ct. Hazlet, NJ 07730

732-264-2299

JAMES ISAACSON Isaacson Orthodontics, LLP 103 Parker Rd. West Long Branch, NJ 07764

732-870-8077

RICHARD ISAACSON

Isaacson Orthodontics, LLP 103 Parker Rd. West Long Branch, NJ 07764

732-870-8077

SONALEE KAPOOR

Tots to Teens & In Bee-Tween 702 N. Beers St., Suite 3 Holmdel, NJ 07733

732-739-3535

JEFFREY S. KARLIN

Dr. Jeffrey S. Karlin Orthodontics

345 Union Hill Rd., Suite 2G Manalapan, NJ 07726

732-972-1345

RAYMOND KIM

Raymond Kim Orthodontics

251 Monmouth Rd. Oakhurst, NJ 07755

732-663-0770

KEVIN LANG Monmouth-Ocean

Orthodontics

1300 Route 35 Ocean Township, NJ 07712

732-531-4700

JENNIFER L. MORRISON Morrison Orthodontics 49 Branch Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701

732-741-2042

SEZER OLCAY Holmdel Orthodontics

723 N. Beers St., Suite 2A

Holmdel, NJ 07733

732-847-3065

SUZANNE QUIGLEY

Red Bank Orthodontics

130 Maple Ave., Suite 2B Red Bank, NJ 07701

732-741-1355

GEORGE SARGISS

Brace Place

509 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-333-8714

MARK SCHWITZ

Mark J. Schwitz, DDS

4687 Route 9 North Howell, NJ 07731 732-994-6663

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

JILL ALENIER

Shore Pediatric Dental Group

152 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-842-5577

JAYATI C. BHATTACHARYYA

Tots to Teens & In Bee-Tween

702 N. Beers St., Suite 3 Holmdel, NJ 07733 732-739-3535

DANNY CHIANG

My First Dentist

59 Route 520 Englishtown, NJ 07726 732-972-2990

SALLY GUERRASIO

Atlantic Pediatric Dentistry

200 White Rd., Suite 113 Little Silver, NJ 07739 732-842-1155

ROSE ANN HABIB-CHIANG

My First Dentist

59 Route 520 Englishtown, NJ 07726 732-972-2990

CHRISTINE C. HENRY

Shore Pediatric Dental Group

152 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-842-5577

JOCELYN JEFFRIES-BRUNO

Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

1029 Sycamore Ave., Unit 1 Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 732-963-8680

BRITNI KEARNS

Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

1029 Sycamore Ave., Unit 1 Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 732-963-8680

YANA KOZLOVSKY

Marlboro Pediatric Dentistry

7 S. Main St., Suite G Marlboro, NJ 07746 732-414-6900

WILLIAM LIEBERMAN

Shore Pediatric Dental Group 152 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-842-5577

GLENN MARIE

Hazlet Family Dental

3034 Route 35 Hazlet, NJ 07730 732-264-8004

FREDERIC PAPERTH

Frederic Paperth DMDPediatric Dentist 28 Union Ave., Route 71 Manasquan, NJ 08736 732-223-9777

MILAN PATEL

Ele-dent Pediatric Dentistry 505 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-780-3300

MATT SAFARI

Atlantic Pediatric Dentistry 200 White Rd., Suite 113 Little Silver, NJ 07739 732-842-1155

KATE SIEGLER

Shore Pediatric Dental Group 152 Broad St Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-842-5577

STEVEN P. STERN

Steven P. Stern, DMD, PA 224 Taylors Mills Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-409-0044

ELISA VELAZQUEZ

Ocean Pediatric Dental Associates 211 W. Millstream Rd., Suite 1 Cream Ridge, NJ 08514 609-758-9595

JENNA C. WINOKUR

NJ Dentistry for Children, PA 1944 Corlies Ave., Unit 101B Neptune City, NJ 07753 732-776-3560

PERIODONTICS

SAMANTHA AARON Specialized Dentistry of New Jersey 224 Taylors Mills Rd., Suite 110 Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-243-6447

WAYNE ALDREDGE

Holmdel Periodontics & Implant Dentistry 999 Palmer Ave., Suite 1 Holmdel, NJ 07733 732-671-7100

ANTHONY M. DICESARE

Aspire Implant Dentistry Center 240 Half Mile Rd. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-994-1061

MITESH FALDU

Mid-Atlantic Periodontics, PC 555 Iron Bridge Rd., Suite 14 Freehold, NJ 07728 732-409-0090

JEFFREY S. GOLD

Susan J. Curley, DDS 1540 Route 138 Wall Township, NJ 07719 732-338-2190

MARC E. GORDON

Progressive Periodontics & Implant Dentistry 3508 Route 9 South Howell, NJ 07731 732-364-2025

BEN GREENSTEIN

Benjamin Greenstein, DMD 900 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-780-1450

GARY GREENSTEIN

Gary Greenstein, DDS 900 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-780-1450

ROBERT A. HERSH

The Center For Oral Health 507 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732-462-8181

JOHN R. KUKUCKA

John R. Kukucka, DMD 2605 Route 35 Manasquan, NJ 08736 732-223-6000

ANDREW R. SAMUEL Advanced Periodontics and Dental Implants, LLC 1300 Route 35 Plaza 1, Suite 203 Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-517-9800

JEFFREY N. ZATZKIN

Premier Periodontics - Implant & Sedation Dentistry 620 Shrewsbury Ave., Suite B Tinton Falls, NJ 07701 732-982-7988

PROSTHODONTICS

ASHLEY AZIZIAN

Anthony Sallustio, DDS 1300 Allenhurst Ave. Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-531-4046

JAMES COUREY Specialized Dentistry of New Jersey 224 Taylors Mills Rd., Suite 110 Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-243-6447

JOSEPH DIFAZIO

Joseph DiFazio, DMD, FACP 107 Monmouth Rd., Suite 101 West Long Branch, NJ 07764 732-542-0011

ERIC M. GORDON

Advanced Dental Arts 225 Route 35 North, Suite 106 Red Bank, NJ 07701 732-741-7333

ANTHONY SALLUSTIO

Anthony Sallustio, DDS 1300 Allenhurst Ave. Ocean Township, NJ 07712 732-531-4046

John P. Soliman, D.M.D., M.D.

COASTAL ORAL SURGERY’S BOARD-CERTIFIED SURGEONS have cared for patients in the community for over 40 years. Drs. Michael DiPietro, John P. Soliman, and Daniel Winston have continued the legacy by creating an advanced center of excellence in all areas of maxillofacial surgery, with a focus on dental implants, dentoalveolar surgery, pathology, trauma, and anesthesia. The doctors believe each patient should feel safe and informed from the minute they arrive. “We answer every question to make absolutely sure people are comfortable and knowledgeable before treatment,” says Dr. Soliman.

The practice is built on the highest standard of patient care and comfort using digital dentistry for excellent, enhanced outcomes. By combining cutting-edge technology, medical imaging, and virtual surgical planning, including the All-On-4® procedure, 3-D intraoral scanning, and 3-D printing, the doctors remove the guesswork and personalize each surgery.

Dr. Soliman is proud to announce the addition of the practice’s newest surgeon, Nicole Viola, D.M.D. Born and raised in Wayne, N.J., Dr. Viola interned at Rutgers (formerly UMDNJ) and completed her residency at Yale New Haven Hospital. She specializes in broad scope oral and maxillofacial surgery including dentoalveolar surgery, implants, pathology, and trauma surgery.

Dr. Soliman’s distinguished career includes a D.M.D degree from Temple University of Dentistry and M.D. degree from Drexel University College of Medicine where he trained in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Soliman is dual board certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery and dental anesthesia. A leader in his specialty, Dr. Soliman serves as Vice President of the Monmouth-Ocean County Dental Society and affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical Center Residency program demonstrating a commitment to scientific knowledge and continuing education.

Top left: John Soliman, Top right: Michael DiPietro, Bottom right: Daniel Winston, Bottom left: NIcoleViola

FOR THREE GENERATIONS, Cuozzo Orthodontic Specialists has built a legacy of creating beautiful smiles by providing the best orthodontic care to patients of all ages. Dr. Patrick T. Cuozzo, affectionately known as Dr. Pat, joined his father’s practice in 1997, and continues to uphold the family tradition by consistently demonstrating exceptional orthodontic work. This has earned him multiple recognitions as one of the Top Orthodontic Specialists in New Jersey.

Dr. Pat, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, treats his patients at two state-of -the-art offices, one in Lincroft and one in Sea Girt, where he and his staff are dedicated to improving the health of the community. They know that creating beautiful smiles requires the latest technology, both for diagnosis and treatment, and maintain one of the most advanced orthodontic systems in the field. Dr. Pat believes strongly that beginning treatment at the appropriate time yields the best results in

as short a time as possible. “We minimize the patient’s time in braces by waiting for the right time to start treatment, ultimately improving not only the look of your smile, but also the health and longevity of your teeth,” says Dr. Pat, a Clinical Professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. His office is one of the few in New Jersey to offer VATECH PaX-i3D Green CBCT technology. Because this system performs a 3D scan of a tooth or the entire jaw, it gives a detailed analysis of the mouth while using only a low dose of radiation. This technique provides extraordinary accuracy, crucial to any diagnosis.

Cuozzo Orthodontic Specialists treats both adults and children, and offers both traditional and clear braces, as well as Invisalign®. The entire staff has earned a long-standing reputation for professionalism, honesty and compassion and have patients and their families smiling at every visit.

Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA

ADVANCED ENDODONTICS’ HIGHLY RESPECTED OFFICES SERVE Ocean, Freehold, and Middletown townships. Our team of esteemed industry-leading endodontic specialists deliver unsurpassed service with compassion, professionalism, and clinical excellence. The doctors see patients five days a week and are on call 24/7 advocating a “Come on Down” policy for patients suffering from extreme tooth pain or other oral emergencies.

• Dr. Ira J. Zohn is the former Director of Endodontics in the Dental Department at Jersey Shore Medical Center, a Fellow of the International College of Dentists (FICD), and a member of major dental associations.

• Dr. Fabio G. Apolito is the Director of Endodontics at Jersey Shore University Hospital, Vice-Chairman of the Freehold Board of Health, a

Fellow of the American College of Dentists (FACD) and a member of major dental associations

• Dr. Antonett M. Thai is a Lieutenant in the U.S. Naval Reserves, and an active member of major dental associations.

• Dr. Yelena Ostrometskaya completed training in Endodontics at New York University School of Dentistry, and holds professional affiliations in major dental associations.

• Dr. Christopher A. Pellicano trained in the surgical operating microscope aided by Cone Beam Computed Technology (CBCT) and conducted research on CBCT radiation.

2041 NJ-35 Wall Twp., NJ 07719 • 732.449.2228 • www.campidental.com

SINCE IT WAS FOUNDED IN 1933 BY DR. JOHN G. CAMPI, CAMPI DENTAL has delivered comprehensive dental care through modern techniques, cutting-edge technology, and treating patients like family for the past nine decades. For four generations, the family-owned practice has always placed people first and provides quality care in a safe, convenient, and compassionate environment. Partners Dr. John G. Campi III (Dr. Jack) and Dr. Joseph G. Campi, along with Dr. Greg G. Campi and Dr. Paul A. Galante, are proud to commemorate the 90th anniversary.

Campi Dental provides state-of-the-art family and cosmetic dentistry, including oral surgery and orthodontics, in a friendly and caring atmosphere. Simultaneously, the practice has grown their philanthropic efforts through their initiative, Campi Cares. Dr. Joseph Campi states, “Our practice is not only committed to delivering quality dental care but is passionate about supporting the communities in which we practice and where our patients live.”

Campi Dental will celebrate throughout 2023, including the launch of a new, highly advanced AI dental technology, Pearl Second Opinion, which acts as a superior backup for dentists to detect a broad range of common, treatable dental conditions and pathologies such as cavities and root abscesses in digital X-rays. From a philanthropic perspective, the Campi staff is committed to a minimum of 90 hours of community service, participation in a home-building project with Coastal Habitat for Humanity, and new scholarship opportunities.

Campi Dental is dedicated to staying up to date on the latest safety measures, technologies, and techniques, and ensuring that every patient receives the most advanced and effective care possible to achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. Dr. Jack Campi reflects, “We are incredibly grateful to our patients for supporting our practice. Here’s to another 90 years of providing top-quality dental care and supporting our community for many more years to come.”

Matt M. Safari, D.D.S. Sally M. Guerrasio, D.M.D.

THE TINIEST AND MOST ANXIOUS DENTAL PATIENTS ARE ALWAYS HAPPY TO VISIT ATLANTIC PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY’S OFFICE thanks to Drs. Matt Safari and Sally Guerrasio’s calming manner, pain-free dentistry, and welcoming environment. Both dentists strive to make children view going to the dentist as positive as possible so they can grow up to be great lifelong dental patients.

What sets this pediatric dental office apart is its latest technology, the Solea® laser, often called a miracle for pediatric patients. Drs. Safari and Guerrasio are among the few pediatric dentists in the tri-state area who are extensively trained to use the Solea laser for painless, injection-free dentistry. The Solea laser is a powerful dental laser that replaces the dental drill in the majority of procedures. It causes virtually no pain, vibration, or noise and it can be used for a number of hard and soft tissue procedures, from frenectomies (fixing an infant’s lip or tongue tie) to preparing for cavity removal and more. About 95% of patients complete treatments using the Solea laser without ever having the need for numbing shots.

Drs. Safari and Guerrasio are highly respected and active members of both their professional and personal communities. Dr. Guerrasio and Dr. Safari are both past presidents of the Monmouth-Ocean County Dental Society, which is a component of the New Jersey Dental Association, and they continue to volunteer their time on the board of trustees. The dentists are consistently chosen by peers and patients to receive awards for their exceptional pediatric dentistry and practice. Families appreciate the practice’s open-door philosophy, which encourages caregivers to stay with children during exams and treatment for support and to learn more about their family’s dental health. Visit Atlantic Pediatric Dentistry to see how a gentle dental touch and the Solea laser can keep your kids happy and smiling.

Anthony Sallustio, D.D.S.

Ashley Azizian,

D.D.S.

1300 Allenhurst Ave., Ocean, NJ 07712 • 732.531.4046 • www.drasallustio.com • IG @smilesbyspecialists

WHEN IT COMES TO HAVING YOUR TEETH REPLACED with dental implants, consider specialists who have the right knowledge and expertise. Dr. Anthony Sallustio and Dr. Ashley Azizian, known for their excellence in Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial prosthetics, All-on-4® treatments, crowns, bridges, and ceramic veneers, merge their unique combination of skills to create aesthetic, comfortable, and functional results. Dr. Sallustio and Dr. Azizian practice a full scope of prosthetic and cosmetic dentistry, using digital technology and premier technicians to plan a patient’s new smile.

Dr. Sallustio and Dr. Azizian have completed a combined six post graduate accredited specialty programs, have over 25 years of total experience, and the dentists are consistently called on to educate dentists on implant dentistry. Dr. Sallustio was also one of the first specialists in central NJ to perform the All-on-4® procedure, which allows patients to replace teeth with dental implants in one visit and has completed hundreds of cases over the past ten years.

Currently, Dr. Sallustio and Dr. Azizian are excited to be part of pilot program in the United States for ground-breaking dental technology that will allow dentists to eliminate the messy and time-consuming process of having impressions made for most procedures. In addition, both dentists are consultants to several dental implant and digital technology companies because of their reputation for staying on top of cutting-edge concepts in dentistry.

Consider a consultation with Dr. Sallustio and Dr. Azizian to analyze and bring back confidence to your smile. Be sure to visit Drs. Sallustio and Azizian’s Instagram account @smilesbyspecialists where you can find out more information about their digital practices and see before and after photos of real patients.

BORN AND RAISED IN MONMOUTH COUNTY, Drs. Eric and Michael Adler continue to have deep roots in the community. Both brothers graduated from The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and completed residencies at Monmouth Medical Center. Since taking over a longtime dental practice on Church Street in Aberdeen, they’ve tended to loyal patients and their families for over 20 years. The key to the practice’s success is treating patients the way they’d want to be treated. They put patients at ease by helping them overcome their fears and take time to educate them about procedures.

The doctors grew up surrounded by healthcare; their parents owned a pharmacy in Oakhurst, NJ. But dentistry was their calling—Dr. Eric Adler’s life changed when his braces came off as a teenager and Dr. Michael Adler was advised early on that his steady hands and personality were perfect for dentistry. Today, they continue to expand their advanced, high-tech practice down to the details including text messaging appointment reminders.

Drs. Adler and Adler have grown their general family practice to include in-house specialists in endodontics and periodontics. From pediatric

dentistry to geriatric dentistry, Adler Family Dental’s comprehensive list of services spans all aspects of cosmetic oral care, including whitening, bondings, veneers, implants, Invisalign®, and facial injections including Botox® and dermal fillers.

Drs. Adler and Adler monitor every patient’s oral health as a way to ensure their general healthcare and well-being. Their dedication to delivering the highest quality of healthcare have been recognized with NJ Top Dentists and America’s Best Dentists awards for the last several years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they were featured in the Asbury Park Press highlighting their significant safety improvements to keep their patients and staff safe.

Both dentists were born at Monmouth Medical Center and now teach there. The doctors remain grounded in the community, allowing them to understand the needs of families they serve. If you’d like to see why generations of patients come to Adler Family Dental, make an appointment to visit their recently renovated office and enjoy convenient, free parking.

Eric S. Adler, D.M.D.

Michael C. Adler, D.M.D.

Justin Ponquinette,

D.M.D.

Atlantic Oral Surgery Center

21 Gilbert Street N., Tinton Falls, NJ 07701 • 732.747.0993 • www.atlanticoralsurgery.com

DR. JUSTIN PONQUINETTE, A BOARD-CERTIFIED NATUROPATH SPECIALIZING in oral and maxillofacial surgery, is one-of-a-kind in the way he practices oral surgery. He knows that oral health has a great impact on a person’s overall well-being. By embracing the evolving use of homeopathy in healthcare, Dr. Ponquinette and his team use natural, holistic dentistry for accelerated healing and improved patient comfort helping to establish optimal health by supporting the inherent selfhealing process.

Through integrative medicine and holistic/biologic dentistry, a revolutionary approach to oral health, the Atlantic Oral surgery team incorporate measures to assuage the recovery period while limiting the need for certain pharmaceuticals particularly considering the ongoing opioid crisis facing our nation. Instead, they use lasers, stem cell therapies, supplementation, and natural remedies to relieve pain, stimulate cell function and repair tissues. In addition, they are now providing Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy. In his work with dental implants,

Dr. Ponquinette now offers ceramic implants as an alternative to the traditional metal implants. Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Dr. Ponquinette is able to place single stage implants that do not require a second procedure. He will perform the implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting, if necessary, with the patient’s dentist crafting the permanent prothesis. At Atlantic Oral Surgery, patients are ensured a path to successful and long-lasting treatment through healthier, cutting-edge care in the safest, least toxic way.

Dr. Ponquinette earned his doctorate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Montefiore Hospital in the Bronx, N.Y. where he gained knowledge and experience in wisdom tooth extraction, facial trauma, TMJ disorders, and implants among other maxillofacial issues. Call with any questions or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ponquinette.

MY SPECIALTY IS YOUR SMILE. That is what being a prosthodontist is all about for Dr. Joseph DiFazio. His experience in prosthodontics remains unsurpassed as Dr. DiFazio has restored smiles for over 40 years. Not only is Dr. DiFazio one of roughly 350 maxillofacial prosthodontists worldwide, but he is also one of the few board-certified prosthodontists in the country and the only Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics in the Monmouth/Ocean County area. He’s also a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists and The American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics.

Born and raised in Monmouth County, Dr. DiFazio graduated with honors from the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. He then served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy Dental Corps at Parris Island, South Carolina, where his passion for prosthodontics was born. Dr. DiFazio continued his studies at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. Upon finishing, he returned home to open his prosthodontic practice and accept a clinical faculty position at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, where he continues to teach graduate prosthodontics.

After decades in practice, Dr. DiFazio has taught advanced skills to thousands of dentists around the country and abroad. In 1984, Dr. DiFazio performed Monmouth County’s first implant, and he remains in the lead in dental implantology offering restorative implants, crowns, dental bridges, dentures, and specialized prosthetic care to patients with medical-related, acquired, traumatic, congenital, and developmental facial defects.

Dr. DiFazio is consistently recognized for his outstanding service. He was honored with the Private Practice Prosthodontist Award in 2020 by the American College of Prosthodontists and is repeatedly named as a Top Dentist (Prosthodontist) by NJ Magazine and as one of America’s Top Dentists (Prosthodontist) by the Consumers’ Research Council of America. Meet Dr. DiFazio and find out why his patients comment that he always has their best interests at heart when it comes to treatment.

Joseph DiFazio, D.M.D., FACP, FAAMP

Isabel Bastos, D.M.D.

West Long Branch Dental

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DR. ISABEL BASTOS has a solid reputation as an extraordinarily gentle and knowledgeable family and cosmetic dentist who can quickly quell a patient’s anxieties. She’s adept at helping patients keep calm by explaining every step of treatment. “No one likes to feel uncomfortable at the dentist,” says Dr. Bastos, who says it’s everyone’s top goal at West Long Branch Dental to improve a patient’s smile while providing the best experience possible in her state-of-the-art office.

Dr. Bastos also believes in giving patients the necessary time to become completely numb before a procedure. “I especially believe in doing this for kids to give them a positive experience,” she says. Dr. Bastos and her husband, Top Dentist Dr. K.C. Wenning, D.M.D., have three children whom they know will grow up to be unafraid of dentists.

Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Dr. Bastos grew up in Brazil, receiving D.M.D. degrees both abroad and in the United States, where she graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ (Rutgers Dental School). In addition to general dentistry, root canals, crowns, veneers, and teeth whitening, Dr. Bastos provides Invisalign® and Botox®. Visit Dr. Bastos’ Instagram page @westlongbranchdental for more information.

Marc E. Gordon, D.M.D.

Progressive Periodontics And Implant Dentistry

DR. GORDON IS PROUD to be chosen again for this honor. “We have gained a reputation for providing the highest quality, expert care in periodontics and implant dentistry. We treat our patients as if they were part of our family. We honor the trust placed in our office by always striving to achieve the best results and maximizing the patient’s quality of life.” Consistently updating his knowledge in the field of gum treatment and dental implant therapy, Dr. Gordon uses advanced techniques to address simple to complex dental issues. Using 3D Cone Beam computer guided implant therapy to minimally invasive Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation therapy, Dr. Gordon and his professional, dedicated team work on your behalf to deliver optimal esthetic and functional outcomes. He applies his 25+ years of experience to benefit his patients. With offices in Eatontown and Howell, Dr. Gordon has been voted NJ Monthly Magazine Top Dentist for 12 years with 5 star Google/Healthgrade patient reviews. Dr. Gordon is the former Head of Periodontics at Monmouth Medical Center. Visit our website to learn more about the office and schedule your consult visit: drmgordon. com

Dr. Jocelyn Jeffries-Bruno, D.D.S., FAAPD

Dr. Britni Kearns, D.M.D.

Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

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AFTER WORKING TOGETHER IN OTHER PRACTICES Dr. Jocelyn Jeffries-Bruno and Dr. Britni Kearns established Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry to offer Monmouth County a compassionate, all women-run practice. The two board-certified, award-winning pediatric dentists pride themselves on their fun yet patient style of treatment. Their office provides an engaging atmosphere created to best serve young patients, including children with special needs and sensitivities. Both dentists are active in the community, serving on staff at the Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Monmouth Medical Center, where Dr. Jeffries-Bruno is Section Chief of Pediatric Dentistry. At Sycamore Smiles each child is made to feel welcome and safe. The uniqueness of each child is recognized and treatment is tailored to meet their specific needs. Sycamore Smiles offers routine dental care, minimally invasive dentistry, laughing gas (nitrous oxide), hospital dentistry, emergency dental care, and the practice is open for Saturday appointments.

Jeffrey Zatzkin, D.D.S.

Premier Periodontics

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THE REASON DR. JEFFREY ZATZKIN CONSISTENTLY earns a Top Dentist spot by his peers is simple--he has an excellent reputation for taking great care of his patients. His patients agree, and this Google review sums it up: “From the immaculately clean office, to the state-of-the-art equipment, to a staff that works like a well-oiled machine, to his highly disciplined skills and warm and kind bedside manner, Dr. Zatzkin’s periodontal practice is by far the best I’ve ever experienced.” As one of New Jersey’s top periodontists, Dr. Zatzkin offers all phases of periodontics and dental implants in a compassionate, comfortable, technologically advanced office, which includes an intraoral scanner for fast and comfortable digital impressions. He’s known for his expertise in performing the pinhole gum rejuvenation procedure as an alternative to gum surgery. The minimally-invasive procedure is done through a very small pinhole without the traditional use of scalpels and sutures. Dr. Zatzkin also offers All-on-4® same day implants using the Cone Beam 3-D Dental Imaging System to determine the best placement of implants. He also works with patients on preventative oral health by using the Velscope Laser to detect the early stages of oral cancer.

Eric Gordon, D.M.D.

Advanced Dental Arts • Nj Specialty

DR. ERIC GORDON is focused on delivering healthy attractive smiles for his patients. As a licensed prosthodontic specialist in cosmetic restorative dentistry, Dr. Gordon enhances the appearance and function of teeth through a variety of coordinated disciplines including: dental veneers, crowns, and dental implants. He received his Prosthodontic specialty training at the NYU College Of Dentistry. Additionally, he completed a two-year Fellowship in surgical and restorative implant dentistry at NYU. Dr. Eric Gordon personally provides all the surgical and restorative phases of dental implant treatment in the comfort of his state-of-the-art dental facility, equipped with an on-site lab and the latest Cone Beam imagery. Having all the dental implant procedures delivered in one office, not only makes for convenient scheduling, but also ensures consistently high quality outcomes for his patients.

Dr. Eric Gordon has been an associate clinical professor at NYU and a former chair of prosthodontics at Monmouth Medical Center. He would like to thank his dental colleagues for their continued confidence in his abilities as a leading clinician in advanced dental care.

Charles Leone, D.M.D. K.C. Wenning, D.M.D. Cosmetic and General Dentistry

33 Reckless Pl., Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.741.177 • www.leonewenningdental.com

DR. CHARLES LEONE AND DR. K.C. WENNING ARE HONORED TO PRACTICE FAMILY and cosmetic dental care in this community. Generations of patients have put their trust in Drs. Leone and Wenning, many for 30 years. The dentists are also happily accepting new dental patients to the practice.

Patients greatly appreciate Drs. Leone and Wenning’s dental expertise that exceeds expectations, their gentle demeanor, compassionate advice, and a dedicated, professional staff that helps them feel well taken care of. The state-of-the-art practice provides digital impressions and wellness digital scans for all aspects of dentistry, including general, comprehensive, cosmetic, restorative, Invisalign, Cerec crowns in one day, dental implants, and whitening procedures.

John Frattellone, D.M.D.

Lincroft Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

DR. JOHN FRATTELLONE

BRINGS HIS YEARS OF EXPERTISE to a state-ofthe-art office environment, treating each patient like family. He is the Chief of Oral Surgery at Riverview Medical Center where he performs complex trauma and cancer reconstructions, among many other surgeries. The only thing he finds more rewarding than helping patients is giving back to the community, which is why he is a clinical instructor for the residency programs at both Monmouth and Jersey Shore Medical Centers and has served on the board of directors of CASA for Children.

Suzanne Quigley, D.M.D.

Red Bank Orthodontics

130 Maple Avenue, Suite 2B, Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.741.1355 • www.redbankortho.com

WHEN DR. SUZANNE QUIGLEY, A FOURTHGENERATION RESIDENT OF THE RED BANK AREA, bought the practice what excited her most was to be caring for her local community.

Her “one-size fits one-person” philosophy is demonstrated in the holistic approach and individual treatment given to every patient. Having worked in pediatric offices throughout her career, Dr. Quiqley pays close attention to the needs of those patients who have sensitivities and require special attention.

The recently renovated office includes technology that exceeds the latest health standards with cleanliness and safety as top priorities for the protection and comfort of patients and staff.

Samantha

Aaron, D.M.D.

DR. SAMANTHA AARON IS A BOARD-CERTIFIED PERIODONTIST who’s been honored multiple times as a Top Dentist. She works closely with restorative dentists as an in-house specialist and is continuously cited for her top-quality service and ability to put patients at ease. She is on the forefront of new developments and technologies in the periodontal field and is passionate about restoring health to her patients suffering from periodontal disease with predictable, detail-oriented, and esthetically optimal treatment backed by proven research.

Kristen Gualtieri Blumberger, D.M.D., Endodontist

Lincroft Village Dental Care

3 Middletown-Lincroft Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732.842.5005 • www.Lincroftvillagedental.com

DEVOTED TO SAVING SMILES WITH QUICK AND PAINLESS ROOT CANAL THERAPY, Dr. Kristen Gualtieri Blumberger, an endodontist, earned her B.S. from Tulane University, her D.M.D. from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and her post-graduate Endodontics degree from NYU College of Dentistry. Once a candidate for The Julliard School as a pianist, she’s always been skilled with her hands and turned it into a career. As a specialist with several practices, including Lincroft Village Dental Care, Dr. Gualtieri Blumberger has completed over 65,000 root canals and has a reputation for easing every patient’s anxiety and smartly administering anesthetics for a truly pain-free experience.

Michele A. Schultz-Robins, D.M.D., FAAOP GENERAL DENTIST

Two River Family Dental Center

252 Broad St., Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.747.2022 • www.Micheleschultzrobinsdmd.com

DR. MICHELE SCHULTZROBINS BELIEVES IN GIVING PATIENTS the time and attention they deserve to make them as comfortable as possible. Dr. SchultzRobins has advanced training in orofacial pain and TMD, offering the best patientcentered dentistry in Two River Family Dental Center’s state-of-art practice. She is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and Monmouth Medical Center, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, where she is among a select group of highly trained dentists focused on orofacial pain disorders.

Where To Eat

Getting three squares a day has never been easier—Monmouth County is home to a selection of restaurants diverse enough to satisfy all of your cravings.

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS

COPPER CANYON 51 First Ave. 732.291.8444 thecoppercanyon.com

HARBORSIDE GRILL 40 First Ave. 732.291.0066 ahwinebar.com

KUNYA SIAM THAI RESTAURANT 99 First Ave. 732.291.2397 kunyasiam.com

ON THE DECK 10 Simon Lake Dr. 732.872.1424 onthedeckrestaurant.com

AVON-BY-THE-SEA CLEMENTINE’S 306 Main St. 732.988.7979 clementinesavon.com

SEED TO SPROUT 410 Main St. 732.774.7333 seedtosproutnj.com

BELFORD BELFORD BISTRO 870 Main St. 732.495.8151 belfordbistro.com

NAPLES PIZZERIA 872 Main St. 732.787.9479

BELMAR 10TH AVE. BURRITO CO. 801 Belmar Plz. 732.280.1515 tenthaveburrito.com

FEDERICO’S 700 Main St. 732.681.6936 federicospizza.com

LA DOLCE VITA 400 Ocean Ave. 732.749.3177 ladolcevitanj.com

SIMPLY SOUTHERN 817 Belmar Plz. 732.243.9259 simplysouthern comfortfoods.com

BRADLEY BEACH THE BUTTERED BISCUIT 700 Main St. 732.807.4069 thebutteredbiscuitcafe.com

THE ELBOW ROOM 416 Main St. 732.898.6860 elbowroomnj.com

BRIELLE DUE AMICI 420 Higgins Ave. 732.528.0666 dueamicibriellenj.com

LA MONDINA 110 Union Ave. 732.612.8331 lamondinabrielle.com

THE PIG AND PARROT SANDBAR 201 Union Ln. 732.528.7750 thepigandparrot.com

SHIPWRECK GRILL 720 Ashley Ave. 732.292.9380 shipwreckgrill.com

ASBURY FESTHALLE & BIERGARTEN

527 Lake Ave. 732.997.8767 asburybiergarten.com

CUBACAN BAR & RESTAURANT

800 Ocean Ave. N. 732.774.3007 cubacanrestaurant.com

517 Lake Ave. 732.988.0123 moonstrucknj.com

PASCAL & SABINE 601 Bangs Ave. 732.774.3395 pascalandsabine.com

PORTA 911 Kingsley St. 732.776.7661 pizzaporta.com

ALE HOUSE 1200 Ocean Ave. N. 732.774.1400 therobinsonalehouse asburypark.com

STELLA MARINA RESTAURANT & BAR 800 Ocean Ave. 732.775.7776 stellamarinarestaurant.com

660 Cookman Ave. 732.775.1020 takaasburypark.com

TALULA’S 550 Cookman Ave. 732.455.3003 talulaspizza.com

ANCHOR TAVERN 713 Main St. 732.280.2266 anchortavernnj.com

BOATHOUSE BAR & GRILL 1309 Main St. 732.681.5221 boathousebarandgrill.com

BRANDL 703 Belmar Plz. 732.280.7501 brandlrestaurant.com

WATERMAN’S TAVERN 403 Higgins Ave. 732.722.8978 watermanstavern.net

EATONTOWN ALL SEASONS RESTAURANT 176 Wyckoff Rd. 732.542.9462 allseasonsrestaurant.net

DUE AMICI, BRIELLE

ENGLISHTOWN

ROSALITA’S ROADSIDE CANTINA

180 Rte. 9 732.617.0099 rosalitasnj.com

FREEHOLD

618 RESTAURANT 618 Park Ave. 732.577.0001 618nj.com

AARZU MODERN

INDIAN BISTRO 30 E. Main St. 732.333.0933 aarzu.com

COURT JESTER 16 E. Main St. 732.462.1040 courtjesternj.com

EL MESON 40 W. Main St. 732.308.9494 elmesoncafe.com

FEDERICI’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 14 E. Main St. 732.462.1312 federicis.com

METROPOLITAN CAFE 8 E. Main St. 732.780.9400 metrocafenj.com

TOMMY’S TAVERN + TAP

3492 Rte. 9 732.543.0053 tommystavernandtap.com

TRE PIZZA PASTA BEER GARDEN 611 Park Ave. 732.751.4422 trepizzanj.com

HAZLET

NEIL MICHAEL’S STEAKHOUSE 1104 Rte. 36 732.217.3626 neilmichael steakhouse.com

YESTERDAY’S RESTAURANT 3153 Rte. 35 732.264.3777 yesterdaysnj.com

HIGHLANDS BAHRS LANDING 2 Bay Ave. 732.872.1245 bahrslandingnj.com

PROVING GROUND 56 Shrewsbury Ave. 732.872.2266 theprovingground.com

KEYPORT DREW’S BAYSHORE BISTRO 25 Church St. 732.739.9219 drewsbayshorebistro.com

PALUMBO’S 24 Ayers Ln. 732.842.5505

LONG BRANCH AVENUE 23 Ocean Ave. 732.759.2900 leclubavenue.com

CHARLEY’S OCEAN GRILL 29 Avenel Blvd. 732.222.4499 charleysoceangrill.com

MAR BELO 611 Broadway 732.870.2222 marbelorestaurant.com

MCLOONE’S PIER HOUSE 1 Ocean Ave. N. 732.923.1006 mcloonespierhouse.com

ROONEY’S OCEANFRONT 100 Ocean Ave. N. 732.870.1200 rooneysocean.com

SIRENA RISTORANTE 27 Ocean Ave. N. 732.222.1119 sirenaristorante.com

TUZZIO’S 224 Westwood Ave. 732.222.9614 tuzzios.com

MANALAPAN ANEMOS GREEK CUISINE 333 Rte. 9 732.414.6590 anemosgreekcuisine.com

CHOLULA RESTAURANT 24 Wilson Ave. 732.786.0080 cholularestaurant englishtown.com

MANALAPAN DINER 48 Rte. 9 732.462.7165 manalapandiner.com

NONNA’S CITI CUCINA 190 Rte. 9 N. 732.536.9050 nonnasnj.net

PEKING PAVILION 110 Rte. 33 732.308.9700 pekingpavilion.com

MANASQUAN BLEND ON MAIN 390 E. Main St. 732.223.0030 blendonmain.com

HARPOON WILLY’S 2655 River Rd. 732.223.8880 harpoonwillys.com

THE SALTY WHALE AND GUESTHOUSE 390 E. Main St. 732.592.3344 thesaltywhale.com

SQUAN TAVERN 15 Broad St. 732.223.3324 squantavern.com

MATAWAN BUTTONWOOD MANOR 845 Rte. 34 N. buttonwoodmanor.com

MIDDLETOWN CROWN PALACE 1283 Rte. 35 S. 732.615.9888 crownpalacenj.com

MJ’S RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL 1005 Rte. 35 732.796.1400 mjsrestaurant.com

NEELAM EXOTIC INDIAN CUISINE 1178 Rte. 35 S. 732.671.8900 neelamindiancuisine.com

NEPTUNE IL POSTO 1129 Fifth Ave. 732.775.4823

MOLINARI’S 312 W. Sylvania Ave. 732.775.7733 molinarirestaurant.com

PETE & ELDA’S 93 Summit Ave. 732.774.6010 peteandeldas.com

IL POSTO, NEPTUNE

OCEAN ILLIANO’S 933 W. Park Ave. 732.493.2003 illianosrestaurant.net

PICCOLA ITALIA

837 W. Park Ave. 732.493.3090 piccolaitalianj.com

RED BANK BIRRAVINO

183 Riverside Ave. 732.842.5990 birravino.com

B2 BISTRO + BAR 141 Shrewsbury Ave. 732.268.8555 b2bistro.com

CATCH 19 19 Broad St. 732.268.8543 catch19redbank.com

CHAR STEAKHOUSE 33 Broad St. 732.450.2427 charsteakhouse.com

DANNY’S 11 Bridge Ave. 732.741.6900 dannyssteakhouse.com

JBJ SOUL KITCHEN

207 Monmouth St. 732.842.0900 jbjsoulkitchen.com

JUANITO’S RESTAURANT

159 Monmouth St. 732.747.9118 juanitosredbank.com

KITCH ORGANIC

75 Leighton Ave. 732.471.5400 kitchorganic.com

MOLLY PITCHER INN 88 Riverside Ave. 732.747.2500 themollypitcher.com

MUANG THAI RESTAURANT

7 E. Front St. 732.741.9999 muangthairedbank.com

NICHOLAS BARREL & ROOST 160 Rte. 35 S. 732.345.9977 barrelandroost.com

PATRIZIA’S 28 Broad St. 732.741.5555 patrizias.com

PAZZO MMX 141 W. Front St. 732.747.4551 pazzoredbank.com

TEAK 64 Monmouth St. 732.747.5775 teakrestaurant.com

VIA45 45 Broad St. 732.450.9945 via45.com

RUMSON BARNACLE BILL’S 1 First St. 732.747.8396 barnaclebillsrumson.com

GIORGIA 102 Ave. of Two Rivers 732.741.3880 ristorantegiorgia.com

SALT CREEK GRILLE 4 Bingham Ave. 732.933.9272 saltcreekgrille.com

SURF 132 E. River Rd. 732.530.6590 surfbbq.com

UNDICI 11 W. River Rd. 732.842.3880 undicirestaurant.com

SEA BRIGHT ANJELICA’S 1070 Ocean Ave. 732.842.2800 anjelicas.com

EVENTIDE GRILLE 1400 Ocean Ave. N. 732.530.1414 eventidegrille.com

THE RUM RUNNER 816 Ocean Ave. 732.842.2894 mcloonesrumrunner.com

TOMMY’S TAVERN + TAP 1030 Ocean Ave. 732.842.5044 tommystavernandtap.com

SEA GIRT FRATELLO’S 810 The Plaza 732.974.8833 fratellosnj.com

SHREWSBURY AMERICANA DINER 1160 Rte. 35 S. 732.542.1658 americanadiner.net

BAYROOT 555 Shrewsbury Ave. 732.747.3444 bayrootmarket.com

D’JEET 637 Broad St. 732.224.8887 djeetcatering.com

SPRING LAKE ARUGULA 306 Morris Ave. 732.974.2800 arugulaspringlakenj.com

BARELI’S BY THE SEA 1505 Ocean Ave. N. 732.769.5700 barelisbythesea.com

SPRING LAKE TAP HOUSE 810 Rte. 71 732.282.1530 springlaketaphouse.com

ST. STEPHEN’S GREEN PUBLICK HOUSE 2031 Rte. 71 732.449.2626 ssgpub.com

WHISPERS 200 Monmouth Ave. 732.974.9755 whispersrestaurant.com

WALL MEEMOM’S 1825 Rte. 35 732.359.8544 meemoms.com

MOSSUTO’S MARKET & CAFE 2029 Rte. 35 S. 732.449.8058 mossutosmarket.com

SHOGUN LEGENDS 1969 Rte. 34 732.449.6696 shogunlegends.com

Photos courtesy of Due Amici, Brielle

ANJELICA’S, SEA BRIGHT

A Winter Wonder

When the weather outside is frightful, this island-inspired sip provides a much-needed taste of a tropical paradise.

JACK FROST COCKTAIL

Yields: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

n ½ cup coconut rum

n ¾ cup pineapple juice

n ½ cup blue curacao

n ½ cup cream of coconut

n 3 to 4 cups ice

n edible glitter, optional n 1 Tbs. coconut cream, for serving

n coconut flakes, for serving

DIRECTIONS

Add ingredients to blender with 3-4 cups of ice as well as glitter, if using. Blend until you have a slushy consistency, adding more ice if needed. Dip rim of glass in coconut cream, then dip rim in coconut flakes. Allow to dry. Pour blended drink into your prepared glass.

Recipe courtesy of thesoccermomblog.com

Worth The Wait

After many delays, Charlie’s of Lincroft gives foodies the feast they’ve craved.

Upon first glance, Charlie’s of Lincroft may appear to be an inn from a bygone era. Indeed it pays tribute to buildings of old, but make no mistake: everything about the restaurant is brand new.

First, a little history lesson: Charlie’s does occupy the former site of the Lincroft Inn, which after some 300 years was razed before construction on the eatery began around 2019. Setbacks, including the pandemic, delayed the project’s completion until last year, when the upscale, 260-seat dining establishment opened. Its design reminded me of old stagecoach stations, and builders even included old beams and other elements in the new architecture.

The exterior and two large dining rooms inside are marvels, which a good friend and I absorbed last month, our first time at Charlie’s since it debuted in 2022—but believe me, I wanted to try it sooner.

They say good things come to those who wait, and that sentiment was immediately confirmed when we tried a pair of appetizers. Selecting from an expansive list of hot and cold starters was a challenge— it’s tough to choose from items such as soups, market-price oysters, St. Louis-style ribs and a seafood tower—but our choices really hit the spot. Monmouth County restaurants excel at preparing seafood, and Charlie’s grilled octopus is an excellent example. The large arm is massaged so it remains oh-so-tender when cooked and is paired with a delightful miso butter and lemongrass ginger sauce. Just as good is the tuna tartare, a heaping portion of delectable raw fish, chopped, topped with chips and surrounded by a mouthwatering wasabi soy aioli and miso vinaigrette.

We were already satisfied after two top-notch apps, but the meal got even better. I quickly snapped a bunch of photos when my entree, a massive pork chop, arrived. If it looked great, it tasted even better. Cooked a perfect medium-rare, the meat was so juicy, tender and tasty that it didn’t need the accompanying mustard and braised cabbage for extra flavor (though they definitely added a kick). My conclusion: Charlie’s pork chop is one of the best in Monmouth.

The halibut, evidently, is in the same league—it’s a generously sized filet that’s perfectly crusted on the outside and buttery and flaky on the inside. My friend allowed me a couple of forkfuls of her fish dish, including the colorful bok choy leaves and playful beach mushrooms. If you’re looking for a lighter plate (compared with other offerings such as four different cuts of steak, pizzas and pastas) that’s packed with flavor, the lunch or dinner portion of halibut is a sure-fire order.

We saved room for dessert, as a meal at Charlie’s isn’t complete without a sweet treat. A shared order of sugary doughnuts—essentially warm, fluffy doughnut holes—came out with three types of sauces: raspberry, salted caramel and Nutella. My favorite was the tart raspberry, which I sprinkled on top and also injected into each of my doughy morsels. My companion’s go-to was the salted caramel sauce, a perfect lead-in to our second dessert, sticky toffee pudding. The warm cake was doused with a gooey maple toffee sauce and covered with pecans. It’s complete sugary bliss when you take a spoonful of the toffee treat and some vanilla ice cream. Let’s just say we put our weight-loss resolutions on hold for the day.

Charlie’s has a sister restaurant in Bay Head that also serves new American cuisine. The first location has been around for several years, so it’s likely that you may have dined there. But no two eateries are alike: With a different menu (and a knockout pork chop), Charlie’s of Lincroft is its own must for all Monmouth foodies.

• CHARLIE’S OF LINCROFT, 700 NEWMAN SPRINGS RD., LINCROFT, 732.812.4500 —Darius Amos

Be There

From road races and parades to film festivals and concerts, there’s something for everyone happening in our county.

Through February

Four years after it was read at the Two River Theater Crossing Borders Festival, Mandy Alvarado’s play Living and Breathing is now live on stage. funny, thought-provoking story is told every Wednesday through Sunday this month the Two River Theater in Red Bank. Tickets range from $30–$50. To reserve your seats showtimes and more tworivertheater.org.

26 head to Long Village Ice Interested skaters a 90-minute outdoor rink. and a safety be completed Individual sessions which does not skate rentals. Skates rented for $9.67. For tickets, visit seetickets.com.

Feb. 19

Car shows aren’t just a summer pastime, as auto lovers can bring their hot wheels to Cars and Coffee Howell, 9–11 a.m. at Aldrich Plaza.

The free event is open to all enthusiasts and fans. Find out more at carsandcoffee

things Ireland at the 50th Lake Como St. Patrick’s procession kicks off from Main Street and in Lake Como and marches north along Main ending near 6th Avenue in Belmar. Spectators welcome for free, but all encouraged to arrive early viewing spots. Find out belmarparade.com.

March 12

The Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan welcomes jazz musician Dan Levinson and vocalist Molly Ryan for an afternoon of high-spirited music. Levinson and his band are prominent performers in the New York City jazz scene, and they will bring their Swing Era sound to Monmouth for the 3 p.m. concert. Tickets range from $26–$43 and can be purchased at algonquinarts.org.

March 19

Before you cast your next line, be sure to check out the latest gear and equipment at the Asbury Park Fishing Club’s 30th Annual Fishing Show From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the area’s top vendors and pros will be at the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel in Asbury Park to talk all fishing with you! Admission is $5. Reel in details at asburyparkfishingclub.com.

March 19

many beers and corned beef dinners planned weekend? Try burning off some calories at St. Paddy’s Day 5-Mile Race, sponsored by Freehold Area Running Club. The race begins 10:30 a.m. at Michael J. Tighe Park in Freehold. Registration is $35 through Feb. 20, $40 through 14 and $45 through March 15. Find out more at farcnj.com, and register now at runsignup.com.

March 23–26

Calling all movie buffs:

The 21st Annual Garden State Film Festival, the state’s premier independent film event, is returning to Monmouth County. A full lineup of films and programs—not yet finalized at press time— will be presented at venues throughout Asbury Park and Ocean Grove, including The Asbury Hotel, The Asbury Lanes, Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel and Jersey Shore Arts Center. Visit gsff.org for up-to-date information, tickets and movie times.

March 26

Great music for a great cause— where do we sign up? Head to The Stone Pony in Asbury Park from 1 to 5 p.m. for the 12th Annual Paint the Pony Purple, a family-friendly concert to support Epilepsy Services of New Jersey. In addition to music, the [program will include raffles, epilepsy resources and more in an effort to raise money and awareness for individuals living with epilepsy. For tickets and more details, visit familyresourcenetwork.org.

March 31

They became a household name during the cassette era, but Air Supply is still going strong and entertaining audiences of all generations. They’ll sing their chart-topping hits about love and other singles during a special concert at Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre in Red Bank. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the band will begin rocking at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $35–$99 and can be purchased at thebasie.org.

Gatherings

FULFILL

Dozens of Fulfill board members and volunteers spent time preparing and handing out more than 1,300 dinners and other food donations during Thanksgiving. Fulfill, located in Neptune City, alleviates hunger and builds food security in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Its mission is to make sure that all people at all times have access to enough nutritious food to maintain an active and healthy life. 3 Suzanne Parchment, Triada Stampas, Drew Eitner, Ken Marowitz, Kelly Watts, Karen Franklin, Jean Gardner 4 Rena Levine Levy, Marlene Ritter

INTERFAITH NEIGHBORS

The Asbury Park-based nonprofit that helps residents improve their quality of life celebrated three new SOAR Cohort 9 graduates. The trio’s next step is CDL certification. 5 Kerwin Webb, Myshawn Thomas, Jerome Roundtree, Jamell Calloway, Vernon Hall

CATSBURY PARK

Catsbury Park received the first ever grant from Mission Meow, a national nonprofit that donates to small feline-centric organizations to help create meaningful change for cats in need. The $10,000 grant will be used for renovations for Catsbury Park’s expansion. Located in Asbury Park, Catsbury provides rescue, TNR and education services in Monmouth County and beyond. 1 Kelly Zaccaro, DJ Bornschein, Sally Willliams, Cait Caffrey, Maryann Wood

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF MONMOUTH COUNTY

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County and Food for Thought by the Sea received a $100,000 grant from Impact 100 Jersey Coast. Funding will be used to provide a youth workforce development program centered around soft-skills training, financial literacy education and entrepreneurship.

YMCA OF GREATER MONMOUTH COUNTY

The YMCA honored Senator Vin Gopal for his advocacy and support of the nonprofit during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Commemoration. During a visit to the Y last fall, Gopal greeted staff as well as William Blake, the 2022 MLK Essay and Scholarship winner.

7 Laurie Goganzer, Vin Gopal, Jill Suberati 8 Goganzer, Gopal, William Blake

ABRAHAMSEN FINANCIAL GROUP

Abrahamsen Financial Group celebrated its grand opening in Red Bank. Mayor Pat Menna and members of the Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce joined staff members for the ribbon cutting ceremony. AFG also held its first Ambassador Event with gift basket raffles. Proceeds were donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. 2 Abrahamsen Financial Group celebrate their grand opening.

Whether it’s at a fundraiser or a volunteering event, Monmouth residents always show up to support their friends and neighbors.

“This photo of my sons, Brian, 10, and Cam, 7, was taken at Allaire State Park when we went camping with a group of Cub Scouts from Wall. It was so peaceful waking up in the park under the trees to the sound of the woods. We go to Allaire Park all the time; we love camping there, hiking in the woods and riding the bike path. The kids love spending time outdoors, and it’s great to get them away from their devices. I highly recommend Allaire State Park to families in the area!”

Photo courtesy of Brian Messenlehner, Instagram @messenlehner

—Brian Messenlehner, Wall Township