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December 2010 Features 22 Spotlight / Playing House
Actress Lisa Edelstein has a feisty streak—just like her character on the smart-aleck Fox TV medical drama.
24 Fashion & Beauty / Put on your party best Here’s an evening look that will make you the belle of the holiday ball.
26 At home / Topping your table
A party-ready tablescape is the perfect stage for your feast.
30 Party time / Sweet soiree
Coffee meets chocolate—and suddenly you’ve got a surefire holiday affair.
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Planning a kids’ bash
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Divine dinner party
Whimsical décor and treats galore can be the makings of a great children’s party.
Three local chefs share recipes for a holiday meal your guests will long remember.
40 Escapes / Spas with a plus
Why not go somewhere sunny and fascinating—an exciting city or a sun-kissed beach—to be pampered and restored?
Departments 4 Editor’s letter 11 Morris mix Santa on board • Tomato fever • Chocolate, Jersey style • Gifts galore and more • Farm fresh
16 Flash
Captured moments around the county
20 Health watch / Holidays needn’t go to waist 5 ways to say “no thanks” to seasonal weight gain— and stay merry
44 Glorious food
Healthy handful Irresistibly munchable, yet also super-
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46 Morris gourmet
Classic comfort Morristown’s La Campagna isn’t out to revolutionize Italian cuisine, just to excel in it. And it does.
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Local events you won’t want to miss
56 End note / What your favorite holiday movie says about you Which seasonal classic do you love most? Take our quiz to find out what your pick reveals.
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Santa on board A ticket on the Polar Express may be a bit out of reach, but you can give your little ones the next best thing this holiday season with the Whippany Railway Museum’s Santa Claus Special (973-887-8177, www. whippanyrailwaymuseum.net)—a fun-filled train ride in holiday-decorated passenger coaches pulled by a historic diesel locomotive. The best part: Old
If the chilly weather has got you longing for the juicy goodness of homegrown Jersey tomatoes, you’re in luck! Bergenfield-based Two Guys Food Group (201-954-6051, www.twoguysfoodgroup.com) has created the perfect solution: canned tomato sauces made with only Garden State tomatoes. The idea for the year-old company— run by longtime friends and New Jersey natives Scott Stark and David Stoff, who met while studying hotel and restaurant management at the University of Massachusetts— came from Stark’s experience selling local farmers’ products through his wholesale produce business. “I thought, ‘Why not extend the Jersey tomato season a bit by making a sauce that can be enjoyed year-round?’” says Stark. Sold locally at Whole Foods in Madison and online through the company’s website, sauce varieties include marinara, tomato-basil, garden vegetable and “spicy”—a zesty blend of crushed or whole Jersey tomatoes, California garlic, oregano, Israeli basil and crushed red-pepper flakes. Retailing for between $3.99 and $5.99 per 25-ounce can, the sauces are also low in sodium and gluten-free with no added sugars.
Saint Nick will be on board to greet children and pose for pictures. Embarking from the train station at the museum in Whippany on the afternoons of December 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19, the 10-mile, 45-minute ride runs to Roseland and back. Passengers can enjoy views of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and the Whippany and Passaic rivers, and each child is given a present from Santa’s helpers. Morristown resident Ellen Kohn-Perry took the ride last year with her now 6-year-old son, Trystan, who loves trains. “He got very excited when Santa came through the door,” she recalls. “It was a great way to set the mood for the holidays.” Regular-seating tickets cost $8 for children age 12 and under and $12 for teens and adults; club-car seats are $11 for children, $15 for teens and adults. (Infants under age 1 ride free.) Although you can purchase tickets at the museum ticket office the day of the rides, museum president Steve Hepler strongly suggests reserving seats in advance online via the museum’s website or by mail.
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Looking for a refreshing alternative to cookie-cutter mall shopping this holiday season? You’ll discover appealing items for every name on your list at THE DEPOT (973425-4080, www.depotgift.com), a charming, three-level gift and home décor shop in Morristown. “We try to separate ourselves by selling merchandise that’s really fresh—and by creating a relaxing, pleasurable shopping experience,” says owner Shelly Haley, who runs the business with her husband, Paul. “And we offer items for all ages at a variety of prices.” Indeed, highlights of the current collection include candlesticks, bowls and frames by Michael Aram; serving platters with decorative attachable holiday charms by Nora Fleming; boys’ and men’s sport watches by Taki; and Agraria fragrances. For a “Christmas wonderland” of holiday-themed items—from handmade Santa collectibles by Lynn Haney to William Arthur cards—check out the shop’s lower level. And head up to the shop’s third floor, “Baby Crossing,” for adorable clothing and gifts items for infants and little ones.
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There’s good reason why the hearty fare at Farm 2 Bistro (973-625-3276, www.farmbistro.com) in Rockaway tastes so darn fresh. The cozy, 10-month-old BYO obtains most of its fruits and veggies from small farms within a 100-mile radius, and they’re purchased (and sometimes personally plucked) by staffers each morning. “Food just tastes better when it’s local,” says chef-owner Joey Tripoli, who runs the restaurant and its sister location in Nutley with partner Michael Madigan. “Our menus change daily and are dependent on what’s available and fresh that day.” Simple and artfully presented, menu items run the gamut from fish and chicken dishes to pasta and polenta. Favorite selections include pumpkin-seed-coated chicken sautéed in a honey-lime mojo with julienne veggies and mashed yams ($15), and seared ahi tuna drizzled with lemon aioli served over a spinach salad ($19). Warm up this winter with one of the creative soups, such as roasted red pepper and eggplant or apple and cauliflower. “It’s a fun, welcoming place and the food is unbelievable,” says regular customer Lorrie Krozser of Mount Arlington. “I can definitely taste a difference in freshness over other eateries. And the food is beautiful; it’s like a Better Homes & Gardens picture when it arrives at your table.” An added incentive to stop by: The eatery hosts jazz duos and other live music on Friday and Saturday nights. DECEMBER 2010
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You can tell from the nip in the air and the carols on the airwaves: Most of us will soon be celebrating with family, friends—and fattening food. From Thanksgiving pumpkin pie through eggnog on New Year’s Eve, this sumptuous season is the calendar’s biggest threat to your trim waistline. And while a New England Journal of Medicine study a few years ago had some good news (we don’t pack on as many pounds as we fear), it brought a warning, too: The weight we do add during this season tends to stay on. So must you be a stay-at-home sourpuss, munching on celery? No, insists Janet R. Laubgross, a Fairfax, Virginia, clinical psychologist who specializes in weight management. You can be socially active and still face the scales happily, she says, if you heed five tips:
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TIP: “It’s OK to eat a ‘big’ meal on the holidays themselves: Thanksgiving, Christmas, your main Hanukkah dinner and New Year’s Eve. Just don’t turn that into a free pass to overindulge for two months.” —LYNN CICERO, DIETITIAN, MORRISTOWN
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TIP: “Skip dips and dressings when eating salads or crudités. They’re packed with saturated fat and up to 400 calories per serving.” —JUDITH GISSER, CERTIFIED NUTRITION SPECIALIST, MORRIS PLAINS
Restaurant meals are easy, because most eateries now post their menus online. Decide what to order in advance, so you won’t be tempted while sitting at the table—keeping in mind that fried foods and butter generally should be avoided. Also, never leave home very hungry—or very full. “If you’ve starved yourself beforehand hoping to save calories, you’re likely to gobble every bite in sight!” warns Laubgross. On the other hand, she adds, you should also avoid the other extreme—a pre-dinner binge: “No matter how stuffed you are, you’ll still be tempted to indulge in tasty morsels.” Your best bet: Prep for an evening fête by eating a sensible lunch, followed by a light snack two hours before you leave home for the social event. Finally, when you see a party spread, ask yourself, “Which of these foods do I really like?” Permit yourself small portions of these and enjoy them to the hilt—then pass on the other fattening items.
2. DE-STRESS. “I know this is easier said than done,” says Laubgross, “but when we’re stressed we tend to overeat and overdrink.” Work on keeping pressure levels down by sticking to your regular routine as much as possible. It’s also perfectly acceptable to avoid high-strain situations. “We all have notions about what we’re supposed to do, yet in reality life presents us with only a few real obligations,” says Laubgross. This means it’s OK to skip certain parties or leave others early, especially if the temptation to overindulge is high. Does shopping in a teeming mall make you want to tear your hair out? Try buying presents online or from a catalog. “And remember: It’s not necessary to get the absolute perfect gift for every single person you know,” says Laubgross. When all else fails, just take a break. “Excuse yourself from cocktail hour at your family’s house, and step outside for a breath of air,” says Laubgross. Then you can rejoin the group feeling refreshed.
3. SWEAT. Yes, we know—during this busy time it’s easier than ever to let your exercise routine slip. Don’t! Even if it means breaking up workout sessions, with 15 minutes on the treadmill in the morning and a 20-minute walk after work, keeping active will help you burn excess calories and thus stay trim. But it goes beyond the digital “calories burned” display. “Exercise also boosts confidence and helps lower anxiety,” says Laubgross. “Because many of us deal with feelings of social uncertainty by medicating with food, regular physical activity may just help you avoid bingeing at the New Year’s Eve buffet table.”
4. BE FIRM. “If a hostess offers you a second helping of her famous— and fattening—chocolate caramel cream pie, all you have to do is say, ‘No thank you,’” says Laubgross. A small voice inside may whisper that it’s rude to say no. After all, food is a symbol of love and a currency of hospitality. So have a smile and ready answer: You need to take care of you. Of course, it’s the job of a host or hostess to make sure you’re offered everything you might wish to consume. But you’d be surprised how few parties will stand or fall based on the amount you personally eat. “In most cases, I don’t think it’s good to get into a litany of excuses about why you’re passing on that sugary cocktail because you end up apologizing for yourself,” says Laubgross. And you can always compliment a spread without partaking.
5. KEEP MOVING. Remember: If you’re truly tempted by a favorite treat, enjoy it and then move on. “Otherwise you’re likely to overeat the rest of the week, unconsciously trying to get a taste of that delicacy you really wanted,” says Laubgross. Don’t park yourself in front of the chow cart or dessert table. Circulate, and think of why you decided to attend this social event in the first place. Enjoy your loved ones, friends— and possible friends-to-be. Isn’t that what truly makes the holiday season special? ■
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Playing House Actress Lisa Edelstein has a feisty streak— Just like Dr. Lisa Cuddy, her character on the smart-aleck Fox TV medical drama
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TIP: Makeup artists say pairing black liner with a sheer, shimmery shadow creates dramatic eyes. Just keep the shadow below the crease to ensure eyes don’t look puffy. As Dr. Lisa Cuddy, Lisa Edelstein matches wits, medical insights and romantic bon mots with series
lisa edelstein isn’t a doctor; she only plays one on TV. But the medical milieu of the Fox drama House is familiar turf for the 44-year-old actress, who grew up in Wayne. “I’ve always loved medicine, and I was around it as a child in New Jersey,” she says, noting that her dad, Alvin Edelstein, M.D., served for years as chairman of Chilton Memorial Hospital’s Pediatrics Department. Edelstein portrays Dr. Lisa Cuddy, girlfriend of the show’s scruffy, cranky title character. “I know the producers are taking this relationship seriously and exploring it,” she says. “I think a lot of viewers wanted it to happen and feel it’s a great way of telling a new story.” The actress concedes that her character “is certainly not making choices that will simplify her life.” And she hastens to explain that she herself is way different from her fellow Lisa: “I’m much more relaxed than Cuddy.” Still, there’s a feisty independence in the TV medic that wasn’t much of a stretch. Edelstein grew up in a traditional Jewish family, but began to make her own distinctive choices early. At 15 she embraced vegetarianism—never to look back—and at 16 she was recruited to fill a cheerleader opening for Donald Trump’s New Jersey Generals team in the old U.S. Football League. “They lost one of their cheerleaders, so they called my dance school in New Jersey and I was recommended to fill in,” Edelstein explains. She worked six home games—then organized a protest against the team for making cheerleaders
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stand in their uniforms in bars—in effect, a cheerleaders’ strike. After graduating from Wayne Valley High School in 1984, she moved across the Hudson to study theatre at New York University, then became a fixture in the city’s club scene. Edelstein wrote, composed and starred in the musical Positive Me about the AIDS crisis. That project showed her independent streak, and so did her early TV gigs—as Jason Alexander’s risotto-loving conquest on Seinfeld, Rob Lowe’s call-girl date on The West Wing and a transsexual on Ally McBeal. Today she maintains a New York residence but lives mostly in L.A., with her two dogs, Shazam and Kapow. She’s devoted to daily ashtanga yoga, swimming and taking walks with her dogs. Edelstein recently went sugar- and gluten-free and says, “I feel less bloated, and my digestion has improved.” She cites pad thai noodles as a go-to pasta substitute and lemongrass soup as a favorite snack. The actress loves traveling, with Japan, Thailand and India among recent destinations. “It helps put things in perspective,” she says. “Los Angeles can be very isolating, so it’s important to get out. New Jersey didn’t have that isolating feel.” Edelstein says she doesn’t know what lies ahead for the House-Cuddy amour “beyond what we’re shooting right now.” But it’s a safe bet that this ex-Garden Stater will continue to show tart-tongued independence, onscreen and off. “I’m a work in progress,” she declares. n
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Holidays remembered Actress Lisa Edelstein fondly recalls her Wayne, N.J., childhood in
Holiday eats: “My grandparents lived in Coney Island; that was a
a family that was “probably more traditional than anyone else in
favorite spot of mine—we’d go there for dinner to celebrate. My grand-
town. We attended temple services and observed all the Jewish
mother made good rugula, and I recall her making gefilte fish.
holidays.” She shares memories with Morris Health & Life:
But I never really liked latkes or hamantaschen.”
Fave Hanukkah gift: “A pair of Sassoon jeans—very exciting. I still
Fast forward: “I try to remember to light the candles on all eight
remember opening them in our New Jersey living room.”
nights. My parents gave me a good foundation of tradition.”
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Provocative as its name, Swarovski’s stunning Maniac necklace, $500, is ruthenium-plated and features crystal satin, jet hematite and jet crystal beads for an enchanting look of holiday elegance. Complement it with this sea green, pure silk halter dress from Amsale, $260, with delicate pleating, a ruffled sweetheart neckline
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“i have nothing to wear!” It’s a common refrain this season. Getting decked out in a dramatic party frock is exciting, but the pressure to find the perfect outfit can leave you feeling more like a desperate housewife than a modern-day Cinderella. The trick is to play with proportion by combining a fitted top with a more voluminous skirt. A tailored bodice will accentuate your figure, and a flirty skirt will make you feel like dancing the night away without sacrificing comfort. No need to stick with your favorite little black dress when any color works. Experts say it’s more about the fabric and fit as long as you wear a hue that suits your skin tone. In terms of jewelry, less is more, but that doesn’t mean unassuming. Think minimal, but striking, choosing one statement piece—chunky earrings, oversize cocktail rings or a dazzling choker. To simply your search, we’ve put together a memorable ensemble sure to have you sparkling as bright as any holiday lights.
TIP: Want to look dressed up rather than made up? Choose a rich matte lipstick in plum or red. Outline your upper and lower lids and apply two coats of mascara. Go easy on the blush, and finish with a shimmering jewel powder for a subtle sheen.
TIP: Opt for V- or scooped-necks rather than turtlenecks for holiday photos, so your neck appears longer.
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Topping Your A party-ready tablescape is the
table perfect stage for your feast
THERE’S NO MAGIC ELIXIR FOR CREATING a festive holiday table other than ensuring that it conveys the warmth you feel for your nearest and dearest and reflects your personal style. “Table decoration is meant to be viewed from all sides,” explains internationally acclaimed interior designer Alberto Pinto, author of Alberto Pinto: Table Settings (Rizzoli, 2010). “Three elements preside over its composition: the type of event to be celebrated, the volume of the bouquets—which must be in scale with the size of the tables—and finally the colors of the flowers, which must continued mesh with those of the porcelain.”
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Bright red carnations and strawberries mark the season and create a striking contrast atop a muted white tablecloth. Crystal plates and glasses and silver animal sculptures add a bit of shimmer.
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Color, fabrics and lighting are the building blocks upon which your fête will be set. Red, always a hallmark hue for the season, needn’t be your only option. Golds, silvers and winter-whites can also add sparkle to your table. And speaking of sparkle, candles will enhance the ambience, especially if you place them near glass or mirrored pieces that will twinkle in their light. In terms of flowers, don’t be afraid to break with tra-
dition. While poinsettias, holly and evergreens are classic holiday favorites, for example, you may wish to embrace other floral choices of varying colors and styles. Just make sure your bouquet does not obstruct anyone’s view. When guests arrive at your table, the centerpiece you’ve carefully chosen will help create just the right backdrop for merriment, garnering attention almost equal to that of your festive feast itself. ■
TIP: “I love creating centerpieces with clear cylinders you can see through. You can fill them with pinecones, Christmas balls or whatever you like.” ~ JENNIFER MOUNT, FREQUENT HOST, MORRIS PLAINS Photographs reprinted with permission from Alberto Pinto: Table Settings, text by Dane McDowell, Rizzoli New York, 2010
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From left: Yellow gerbera daisies placed in silver harlequins delight the eye on a mirror-topped table. Stunning black-tinged Protea Nerifolia blooms make a bold and beautiful statement for the holidays. Bundles of white peonies complement delicate Neapolitan porcelain statuettes.
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PARTY TIME
Sweet Soiree
COFFEE MEETS CHOCOLATE—AND SUDDENLY YOU’VE GOT A SUREFIRE HOLIDAY AFFAIR
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PLANNING A HOLIDAY PARTY and deciding what to serve can be a headache. This year, why not simplify things by focusing on those two can’tlose crowd-pleasers, chocolate and coffee? When chocolate’s feel-good endorphins pair up with the energizing power of coffee, you can practically hear them whispering, “’Tis the season to be jolly!” To make your “C & C” party look as good as it tastes, let a tantalizing assortment of elegant chocolate desserts provide visual delight. Create a rich backdrop for the confections by decorating in the soft hues of chocolate, coffee and cream. For instance, try adorning your dining area with vases of brown orchids or hypericum (also known as “coffee bean”). Or opt for bunches of chocolate cosmos, a flower that actually smells like chocolate. Happily, there are infinite possibilities of creative coffee drinks and blissful chocolate desserts to highlight at your no-fret fête. Turn the page for two libations that unite this power pair.
Skip the usual poinsettias for a nosegay of thorny rudbeckias: their brown and gold tones add an unexpected touch of chocolate-inspired warmth (and whimsy). At left, a table covered in brown suede is the setting for a sumptuous array of cake, cookies, tarts and chocolate slabs.
TIP: “Between dessert plates on the table, place votive candles, pinecones, greenery and even fresh coffee beans in hurricane glass holders. They add texture, and the beans make the room aromatic.” ~ LAURA BIANCO, MY BELLISSIMA, MORRISTOWN M O R R I S H E A LT H & L I F E
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PARTY TIME Chocolate Espresso Malts makes 8 to 10 1 pint bittersweet chocolate ice cream 2 tablespoons powdered malt ¼ cup milk 2 shots espresso, chilled 1 shot Kahlúa (optional) 8 to 10 espresso cups or edible chocolate cups* Whipped cream, chocolate shavings and cinnamon sticks, to garnish • Put the ice cream, malt, milk, espresso and Kahlúa in a blender and blend to combine. • Pour into cups and garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and a cinnamon stick as a stirrer. *Note: Edible chocolate espresso cups may be ordered from Chocolates à la Carte at www.chocolatesalacarte.com.
Delight guests with an inspired dessert coffee bar. Brew decaf and regular coffee with dark espresso beans and set out a variety of after-dinner drinks—think Nocello, Kahlúa, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Amaretto and Godiva Chocolate Liqueur. Then garnish the display with an assortment of accompaniments like coffee candies, flavored sugar cubes, dark and white chocolate chips, cookies and whipped cream. Silver shakers filled with cocoa and cinnamon create a perfect finishing touch.
© 2010 by Mark Held, Richard David and Peggy Dark, from the book Fabulous Parties by Mark Held, Richard David and Peggy Dark, published by Ryland Peters & Small. Reprinted with permission.
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White Russian makes 1 drink 1 fl oz. Kahlúa 1 fl oz. vodka 1 shot freshly made espresso ½ cup lightly whipped cream Chocolate shavings, to garnish • Pour the Kahlúa, vodka and espresso in a serving glass and top with whipped cream. • Garnish with chocolate shavings. • Serve immediately
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planning a
kids’ bash Whimsical décor and treats galore can be the makings
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Of a great children’s party
don’t forget the young ones when you plan the season’s entertaining. Kids deserve to party too, and you may even catch a moment to hobnob with their chaperoning parents. You’ll find that a savvy selection of colors, decorations and tasty treats can help make your bash a smash. Keep children’s ages and genders in mind—along with any special theme you’ve chosen —as you craft invitations to send to your child’s friends. You might consider asking children to dress up and bring a favorite doll or stuffed animal as a “guest.” Set the table with a traditional tablecloth or perhaps an inventive alternative. (In the spread pictured at left, a colorful crocheted bed cover made a party pop.) Napkins are also a must to prevent sticky fingers. Choose colorful cloth napkins, which you can tie with yarn or hair ties. Party gurus suggest serving simple, easy-to-enjoy items that minimize mess. If pizza, ice-cream sundaes and superhero cakes seem trite, try tea sandwiches stuffed with peanutbutter-and-jelly or egg salad—or cookies, cupcakes or other finger foods. You can even use a cookie cutter to cut sandwiches and cookies into stars, hearts and other shapes. And top sweets with colorful frostings and toppings, such as M&Ms, jelly beans and sprinkles. Display desserts on cake stands and consider filling any gaps between the dishes with dolls, figurines, sports trophies or other eye-catchers. You can serve beverages in dainty teacups (or mugs if it’s an all-male group), whether the children prefer traditional tea, juice, punch, milk or hot chocolate. After the kids are suitably stuffed, a fun-filled game session is in order. Feel free to organize old-fashioned favorites such as the breaking of a holiday piñata, or dream up an innovative game of your own. At the party’s end, be sure to give each child something to take home, perhaps a holiday “goodie bag” or a chocolate lollipop embellished with a colorful ribbon. n
TIP: “Kids love ‘make-your-own’ mashed-potato sundae bowls, on which they can sprinkle toppings such as cheese, sour cream, chives and bacon bits.” ~ CHRISTINE BARNES, THE SILVER PLATTER, EAST HANOVER
TIP: “Try mini-desserts such as petit fours or little cupcakes. And for a girls’ party, sprinkle them with edible pearls.” ~ laura bianco, my bellissima, morristown
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TIP: “Don’t be afraid to display your flowers in objects other than vases. A square bowl or a long, shallow dish with blossoms floating within works too.” ~ lisa cecere, frequent host, cedar knolls
Divine dinner party Three local chefs share recipes for a holiday meal your guests will long remember
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ooking for inspiration for an unforgettable holiday repast? Morris Health & Life called on three Morris County chefs to create a
three-course menu for a festive dinner you can
create in your own kitchen. Each course serves six to eight people.
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APPETIZER
CARROT-PUMPKIN BISQUE WITH COCONUT CURRY CREAM
CHEF SERGIO HURTADO Tolima, Chatham
FOR THE BISQUE: ¼ cup canola oil 1 lb. peeled and diced carrots ¼ cup diced onions 3 ounces sun-dried apricots 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon tarragon
FOR THE CREAM: 9 ounces coconut milk 1 tablespoon curry powder 5 ounces half and half Salt to taste
FOR THE GARNISH: ½ cup diced apple
10 ounce pumpkin pack 1½ quarts warm chicken broth/stock Honey to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• In a medium stockpot, add canola oil and begin to heat. Add carrots, onions and apricots, then sauté on low heat until the mix starts to become tender. • Add bay leaf and tarragon, then stir and cook for about 30 seconds. Add pumpkin pack, then stir and cook until the mix is well heated. • Add chicken broth/stock and bring mix to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. • Fill your blender with the mixture and puree until smooth. (Because contents are hot, consider filling blender only halfway at a time to prevent splatter.) Add the blended bisque to a stockpot, reheat and season with honey, salt and pepper if desired. • Combine coconut curry cream ingredients in a separate small saucepan, whisk and bring to a boil. Let mixture simmer for 5 minutes. • Drizzle coconut curry cream over the bisque and garnish with the diced apple in the center.
TIP: “Display desserts at different heights to make them look more appealing. Smaller items, for instance, can be placed on pedestals.”
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~ DOUG WESELY, HOUSE PARTY INC., PARSIPPANY
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HUDSON VALLEY DUCK BREAST, RUTABAGA PUREE AND ITALIAN FRISÉE AND ROQUETTE SALAD
CHEF ROBERT TRAINOR Copeland Restaurant, Morristown FOR THE PUREE: 2 lbs rutabaga squash Fresh milled white pepper to 1 small Idaho potato taste ¼ cup light cream Ground cumin to taste Sea salt to taste • Place the Idaho potato in a 350-degree oven and bake until cooked all the way through. • Peel and cut the rutabaga squash and cook in salted water until soft. Drain the rutabaga. Allow excess moisture to steam off. • Peel the potato while warm with a paring knife. Cut the potato into large pieces and push through a food mill or ricer into a saucepan. Do the same with the rutabaga and place the pan back on the stove on low heat. • Slowly add the cream and seasoning while mixing. Cover the puree and set aside in a warm area (puree can be made a day ahead).
FOR THE SALAD: Fine sea salt to taste 1 head bay fraise Fresh milled black pepper to 2 bunches roquette leaves taste ½ lemon, juice only 5 tablespoons virgin olive oil • Remove the bottom of the frisée and pick away any large white stems, then place the frisée in a generous amount of cold water to soak and remove any dirt. • Trim the stems of the roquette leaves and wash the leaves well. • Lift the frisée from the water and place in a salad spinner to dry; do the same with the roquette. • Mix the frisée and roquette together, then season with salt and fresh milled black pepper. Add the lemon juice and virgin olive oil.
FOR THE DUCK: Sea salt to taste 3 duck breasts Fresh milled black pepper to 2 tablespoons orange zest taste 1 tablespoon fennel pollen • Score the duck skin with a paring knife. Press the orange zest and
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the fennel pollen onto the skin. Season the meat side with sea salt and fresh milled black pepper. • Place the duck skin-side down on a pan on very low heat. As the duck breast cooks, the fat will be extracted from the skin. • Once the edges become golden brown, pour off the fat and gently turn the breast over and increase the heat to sear the meat side. Continue cooking for approximately 3 to 5 minutes. • Remove the duck from the pan and set aside to rest in a warm area.
FOR THE SAUCE: ½ cup chicken stock 1 orange, juice only 1 to 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon olive oil Sea salt to taste 2 shallots, peeled and Fresh milled pepper to taste chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 3 ounces carrot, peeled and sliced 1 celery stalk, chopped 2 ounces Madeira wine • In a separate pot, heat olive oil and add vegetables. Cook until slightly brown, then add Madeira wine, cooking until the liquid is reduced to a syrup consistency. • Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then immediately lower heat to medium and simmer sauce for 5 minutes. • Meanwhile, mix orange juice and cornstarch separately to a smooth consistency, then slowly add into the simmering sauce to desired thickness. Season with salt and pepper and strain into a serving bowl. TO SERVE: On warm plates, spoon the puree off to one side and drizzle some of the sauce in the center of the plate. Slice the duck breast very thin and arrange on the sauce next to the puree. Place the salad next to the duck. CHEF’S NOTE: To reduce the calorie count and fat content of the duck, remove the skin before slicing.
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DESSERT
TRONCHETTO DI NATALE (CHRISTMAS YULE LOG)
CHEF TERESA GRANDE Il Capriccio, Whippany FOR THE SPONGE CAKE: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 pinch baking soda 2 3 cup sifted cake flour 6 large eggs 2 teapoons vanilla extract ¾ cup sugar 23 1 cup sifted cocoa powder (plus extra for dusting) • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 10½-inch- by 15½-inch by 1-inch jelly roll pan. Line with parchment; butter and flour paper. • Sift flour, cocoa and baking soda together twice into a medium bowl. Set aside. Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Skim off white foam and pour clear yellow butter into a bowl, discarding white liquid at the bottom. Set aside in a warm place. • In a medium-size heatproof bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar. Set bowl over a pan of simmering water; stir till mixture is warm and sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and beat on high speed until mixture is thick and pale and has tripled in bulk. Reduce speed to medium, add vanilla and beat 2 to 3 minutes more. • In three additions, sift flour mixture over egg mixture, folding in with a spatula. While folding in last addition, dribble butter over batter. • Spread batter evenly in pan. Tap pan on counter to remove air bubbles. Bake until cake springs back when touched in center, about 15 to 20 minutes. Place in pan on a wire rack. • Dust surface with cocoa powder. To make rolling easier, trim edges of cake, and cover with a sheet of parchment paper and a damp dish towel. Invert onto a work surface and peel off parchment; dust with cocoa. Starting from one long end, carefully roll up cake in towel. Wrap in plastic, refrigerate until ready to use.
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FOR THE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE: 8 egg yolks ½ cup sugar 2 pinches salt 1½ cups heavy cream 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate chips • Finely chop chocolate and reserve. In a double boiler, whisk yolks, sugar and salt until sugar has dissolved and mixture is warm
to the touch, about 2 to 3 minutes. Off heat, quickly whisk in chocolate until melted and cocoa until smooth (mixture will be thick). Cool. • In a medium bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form. Whisk half of whipped cream into chocolate mixture, now room temperature. Gently fold in remaining whipped cream with a rubber spatula. Chill at least 2 hours and up to one day.
FOR THE FROSTING: 1½ cups soft unsalted butter 2 tablespoons milk 2¼ cups sifted powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 9 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled to lukewarm • Melt chocolate in a double boiler over simmering water on low heat 5 to 10 minutes; stir occasionally till chocolate is completely smooth. Remove from heat and let cool 5 to 15 minutes. • To make the buttercream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3 minutes or until creamy. Add the milk carefully and beat until smooth. • Add the melted chocolate to the mixture and beat well for 2 minutes, then add the vanilla and beat for 3 minutes. • Gradually add in the sugar and beat on low speed until creamy and of desired consistency.
To assemble cake, carefully unroll sponge cake on the back of a baking sheet. (Discard plastic wrap and parchment; keep dish towel.) • Spread mousse evenly over sponge cake, staying within 1 to 2 inches of the edges. • Re-roll the mousse-covered cake (from long end) using the towel. • Cover with plastic and refrigerate for 2 hours. • Place cake (seam side down) on a platter. • Cut 1 wedge off the cake at a 45-degree angle and reserve. • Frost the cake using the icing. Place the wedge on top of the cake to resemble a piece that has been cut from the log, and frost that too. • Use a small spatula to create ridges all over the cake (resembling tree bark) and chill for 30 to 60 minutes.
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Spas with a plus Why not go somewhere sunny and fascinating—an exciting city or a sun-kissed beach—to be pampered and restored?
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If you’re like many of us, the buzz, bustle and brisk air of autumn are starting to take a toll on your soul. For those ready to reclaim their bliss, we at Morris Health & Life found two super spas located in stunning, sultry spots where there’s more to enjoy than massages alone: one in a charming Southwestern city bristling with history, another on a dazzling Caribbean coast. continued
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THE PLUS The Westin La Cantera is 15 miles from the heart of San Antonio, where the River Walk (www.thesanantonioriverwalk. com) offers a 2-mile stretch of shops, eateries and galleries that hug both banks of the San Antonio River. Explore downtown on foot or take a leisurely boat ride—for romance, try the noted sunset cruise. (Tours are $8.25 for adults, $6 for seniors 60 and over, $2 for children 5 and under; www.riosanantonio.com.) No trip to San Antonio is complete without a visit to the Alamo (www.thealamo.org). Today the famed mission and battle site isn’t out in the open the way it looks in the movies—the bustling city has risen around it. Relive the days when martyrs for Texas independence bought precious time for General Sam Houston’s army. Admission is free, and visitors can see historical relics inside the museum and stroll through the site’s glorious gardens.
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SET IN A LUSH 7,600 SQUARE FEET ADORNED WITH live plants and softly glowing candlelight, Castle Rock at La Cantera—named one of the nation’s top 100 spa resorts in Condé Nast Traveler—is home to four massage rooms, two facial rooms, a salon space and more. Of course, the moment your eyes close at this luxurious resort (210-558-6500, www.westin lacantera.com), your body won’t care where it is. In the “journey to renewal,” a 3½-hour sampling of the indulgent pleasures ($270), you’ll experience a massage and facial, a manicure or pedicure, and an “eye zone wrap” treatment, which promises to reduce fine lines and puffiness. In the “hot stone touch-up” ($30 for 20 minutes), heated basalt stones are applied to hands and feet for what La Cantera calls “a quick, yet soothing escape.” A 25-minute soothing massage of the scalp, face and décolleté, with your choice of blue oil or flower water, is $60. Or opt for a romantic 50-minute couple’s massage right in your room ($105 to $110 per person). When it’s dinnertime, Francesca’s at Sunset offers distinguished evening meals with a Southwestern flavor, prepared in many cases with local ingredients in a “farm-to-table” arrangement with Seguin, Texas–based Uncertain Farms. (Try Francesca’s “signature” Caesar salad and the mouthwatering corn crepe-lobster enchilada.) If it’s a casual meal you crave, check DECEMBER 2010
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THE PLUS Just 40 miles from Cancun International Airport, Grand Velas is beautifully situated, with a lush jungle on one side and uncrowded silky-white–sand beaches on the other. Explore the area a bit, and you’ll end up with some cherished Mexican memories—swimming in natural underground pools (called cenotes), strolling among the shops on La Quinta Avenida in the town of Playa del Carmen (just five minutes away) or visiting the theme park Xcaret (www.xcaret.com), which features a coral reef aquarium and a chance to snorkel, scuba-dive or swim with dolphins. A bit to the south, you can visit the Mayan ruins of Tulum or check out Sian Ka’an (www.cesiak.org), a biosphere preserve that offers a model for sustainable development in sensitive tropical ecosystems, with an ecotourism and education center to explain it all.
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Serving size: 18 nuts Calories: 157 Benefit: They’re among the few nuts containing a significant amount of vitamin K, which is mainly found in leafy greens. This multi-functioning vitamin maintains proper blood clotting, helps prevent bone-density loss and works against hardening of the arteries.
Almonds Serving size: 23 nuts Calories: 163 Benefit: They’re an excellent source of a type of vitamin E called alphatocopherol, an antioxidant that helps neutralize damaging free radicals. Foods containing vitamin E may also protect against Alzheimer’s disease and contribute to healthy aging.
Hazelnuts Serving size: 21 nuts Calories: 178 Benefit: Of all tree nuts, they’re tops in folate content. Folate plays an essential part in the production of cells, making it a critical nutrient for expectant moms. It protects against DNA changes that can lead to cancer, and it may also ward off depression and anemia.
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Pecans Serving size: 19 halves Calories: 196 Benefit: When it comes to antioxidants, they’re the number-one nut. The Southern treat is also in the top category of antioxidant-containing foods. That means pecans may decrease the threat of coronary heart disease, cancer and neurological diseases.
Peanuts Serving size: 28 nuts Calories: 161 Benefit: These popular poppables boast a variety of nutrients, including cancer-fighting beta-sisterol. A 10-year study found that eating peanuts two or more times a week was associated with a 58 percent reduction in the risk of developing colon cancer in women and a 27 percent lowered risk in men.
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boonton il Michelangelo Italian cuisine. Major credit cards. · 91 Elcock Ave., Boonton · 973-316-1111
chatham D’Oro Ristorante Fresh, light Italian fare. Major credit cards. · 219 Main St., Chatham · 973-701-6990 restaurant SERENADE Contemporary French cuisine. Major credit cards. · 6 Roosevelt Ave., Chatham · 973-701-0303 SCALINI FEDELI Northern Italian/light French fare. V/MC/AMEX. · 63 Main St., Chatham · 973-701-9200
continental cuisine. Major credit cards. · 54 Main St., Madison · 973-966-0252 IL MONDO VECCHIO Northern Italian fare. BYO. Major credit cards. · 72 Main St., Madison · 973-301-0024 L’ALLEGRIA Italian fare. Major credit cards. · 11 Prospect St., Madison · 973-377-68084 resto Contemporary French cuisine. Major credit cards. · 77 Main St., Madison · 973377-0066 SHANGHAI JAZZ Gourmet Asian fare. Major credit cards. · 24 Main St., Madison · 973822-2899
east hanover Don jose Authentic Mexican. Major credit cards. · 200 Rt. 10 W., East Hanover · 973781-0155
fairfield BRUSCHETTA Italian cuisine. V/MC/AMEX. · 292 Passaic Ave, Fairfield · 973-227-6164
flanders metro grille Eclectic fare. V/MC/AMEX. 380 Rt. 206, Flanders · 908-879-0051 SILVER SPRING FARM Charming French eatery. V/MC/AMEX. · Flanders-Drakestown Rd., Flanders · 973-584-0202
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pazzo pazzo Fresh regional Italian food. Major credit cards. · 74 Speedwell Ave., Morristown · 973-898-6606
soUTH CITY GRILL Seafood grill featuring Shanghai lobster. Major credit cards. · 60 Rt. 46 E., Mountain Lakes · 973-335-8585
Redwoods Grill and Bar American cuisine; many vegetarian dishes. Major credit cards. · 459 Main St., Chester · 908-8797909
HUNAN TASTE Chinese cuisine. Major credit cards. · 67 Bloomfield Ave., Denville · 973625-2782
origin thai II Elegant French-Thai eatery. Major credit cards. · 10 South St., Morristown · 973-971-9933
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ming II Reinvented pan-Asian–inspired cuisine. Major credit cards. · 88 Headquarters Plaza, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown · 973871-2323
Sebastian’s the steakhouse New York– style steakhouse . V/MC/AMEX/Diners Club. · 80 Elm Street, Morristown · 973-539-85454
Tolima Eclectic fare featuring tapas. Major credit cards. · 641 Shunpike Rd., Chatham · 973-410-0700
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MEHNDI Authentic Indian fare. Major credit cards. · 88 Headquarters Plaza, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown · 973-871-2323
parsippany soho 33 Sophisticated American cuisine. V/ AMEX. · 33 Main St., Madison · 973-8222600
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ECCOLA ITALIAN BISTRO Italian fare with daily specials. Major credit cards. · 1082 Rt. 46 W., Parsippany · 973-334-8211 RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE American steakhouse. Major credit cards. · 1 Hilton Ct., Parsippany · 973-889-1400
blACK HORSE TAVERN and PUB Continental and American fare. V/MC/AMEX. · 1 West Main St., Mendham · 973-543-7300
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DANTE’S RISTORANTE Italian cuisine. BYO. V/MC/ AMEX. · 100 East Main St., Mendham · 973-543-5401
Don Pepe Steak House Spanish steakhouse. All credit cards. · 58 Rt. 46 W., Pine Brook · 973-808-5533
meyersville Casa maya Sonoran-style Mexican fare. Major credit cards. · 615 Meyersville Rd., Meyersville · 908-580-0799
montville The Montville Inn Modern American fare. V/MC/AMEX. · 167 Rt. 202, Montville · 973541-1234
morris plains HUNAN Chinese cuisine featuring crispy Chilean sea bass. V/MC/AMEX. · 255 Speedwell Ave., Morris Plains · 973-285-1117
suppa’s restaurant Italian fare. Major credit cards. · 17 Old Bloomfield Ave., Pine Brook · 973 575-4222
randolph LA STRADA Authentic Italian. Major credit cards. · 1105 Rt. 10 E., Randolph · 973584-4607 nicole’s ten Hip eatery serving eclectic New American cuisine. Major credit cards. · 246 Rt. 10 W., Randolph · 973-442-9311
riverdale Rosemary and Sage Contemporary American cuisine. Major credit cards. · 26 Hamburg Turnpike, Riverdale · 973-616-0606
202 italian bistro Stylish bistro serving Italian fare. Major credit cards. · 177 Main St., Lincoln Park · 973-709-0093
minado Japanese seafood buffet. V/MC/ AMEX. · 2888 Rt. 10 W., Morris Plains · 973-734-4900
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tabor road tavern Creative American fare. Major credit cards. · 510 Tabor Rd., Morris Plains · 973-267-7004
CAFfÉ NAVONA Regional Italian cuisine. Major credit cards. · 147 Rt. 46 W., Rockaway · 973-627-1606
Long Valley Pub & Brewery American fare, award-winning beers. V/MC/AMEX. · 1 Fairmount Rd., Long Valley · 908-876-1122
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the grand cafÉ Classic French and New American cuisine. Major credit cards. · 42 Washington St., Morristown · 973-540-9444
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NIKKO Japanese cuisine. Major credit cards accepted. · 881 Rt. 10 E., Whippany · 973428-0787
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Be there 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Museum of Early Trades and Crafts in Madison. Local chocolatiers will discuss their chocolate-making processes and offer samples. Admission: $10; preregistration is recommended. Call 973-377-2982, ext. 14, or visit www. metc.org for more information.
December 4, 5, 11 and 12—Tour a historic home and shop for handcrafted gifts at the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms’ OPEN HOUSE AND TRUNK SHOW, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Morris Plains. The museum will be dressed in early 20thcentury holiday decorations, and guests can enjoy gingerbread cookies and live piano music. Admission: $7 for adults; $5 for seniors and students; $4 for children 12 and under. Call 973-5401165 or visit www.stickleymuseum.org for more information.
gingerbread wonderland December 4 through 12—See more than 200 elaborate edible houses in this annual holiday display at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Morris Township. Suggested admission: $2; $1 for seniors and children under 13. For more information, call 973-326-7600 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org.
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the festive seasonal tradition of THE NUTCRACKER as performed by the New Jersey Ballet at the Mayo Center for Performing Arts in Morristown. Each performance features renowned dancers, special effects and a live orchestra. Tickets: $19 to $59. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www. mayoarts.org for show times and more information.
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comes to the Mayo Center of Performing Arts, 8 p.m. in Morristown. This year’s comedians include Roy Wood Jr., Tommy Johnagin, Myq Kaplan, Felipe Esparza and Mike DeStefano. Tickets: $42 to $67. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org for more information and show times. n Send event listings to: Morris Health & Life, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; fax 201-7825319; e-mail editor@wainscotmedia. com. Listings must be received four months in advance of the event and must include a phone number that will be published.
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diverse performances in this series offered by the Centenary Stage Company, 8 p.m. at Centenary College’s Sitnik Theatre in Hackettstown. Call 908-979-0900 or visit www.centenarystageco.org for ticket prices and more information.
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If your fave film is … A Christmas Story, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation or Home Alone
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If your fave film is … Elf, The Nightmare Before Christmas, or The Santa Clause
You’re … CREATIVE AND WHIMSICAL Like Buddy the elf on his gleeful winter romp through New York City, you are a spontaneous soul who finds joy in the little things. You see life’s possibilities as endless—and seize as many as you can. Your uniqueness and quick wit likely make you the life of the party. And
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If your fave film is … It’s a Wonderful Life, A Christmas Carol or White Christmas
You’re … IDEALISTIC AND LOYAL Just as George Bailey declined the plum job offered by the villainous Mr. Potter, you put true values—love, friendship and traditional ideals—over worldly gain. That’s why your loved ones appreciate you, maybe more than you know. You rival the awakened Ebenezer Scrooge in your appreciation of this season’s special joy: gathering those loved ones near at home and hearth.
If your fave film is … How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street or A Charlie Brown Christmas
You’re … WISE AND EMPATHETIC Your key traits recall Charlie Brown’s soulful perseverance as he tends to a neglected Christmas tree, determined to keep the holiday’s true meaning alive. The upright characters in these films speak to your ability to maintain a level-headed perspective and the independence that lets you stand up for what you believe in. You’re passionate in your endeavors— especially if they bring happiness to others.
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