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15 MORRIS & life
health
February 2009
6
Welcome letter
8
Editor’s letter
15 Morris mix · The inn crowd · Stitch of compassion · Puppy love · ‘What I’m listening to ...’ · From the mouths of bambinos
19 What you love best! Cast your vote in our 2009 readers’ choice awards.
22 Flash
Captured moments around the county
24 Today’s health
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· A balloon that clears sinuses · Better gyn surgery for women through robotics · Healthy sleep for seniors · Heart disease: An equal-opportunity threat · Alphabet soup
31 What’s
happening at Saint Clare’s Hospital
32 Cover feature Flying colors Want your spring style to soar?
Items in these uplifting hues will help your ensembles take flight.
40 At home Outside the box An award-winning renovation transformed a plain East Hanover dwelling into a homey haven for five.
44 Glorious food
There will be blood Newly trendy but boasting
a long history, the blood orange is one of winter’s finest fruits.
46 Morris gourmet Traditional with a twist The building may harken an earlier era, but both the décor and cuisine at The Montville Inn have a decidedly modern flair.
47 Where to eat Your Morris County dining guide
49 Shopping guide 50 Be there! A listing of local events you won’t want to miss
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WITH HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS behind us, Saint Clare’s looks to the year ahead with a sense of optimism and anticipation as we bring the latest in medical care to our community. As healthcare continues to advance, we are pleased to be able to provide the latest in clinical resources and technology available to meet and exceed the needs of our community, with the quality care and individualized focus they have come to expect from us. Cancer Care at Saint Clare’s, our comprehensive oncology program, now offers access to TomoTherapy, the most advanced radiation treatment for the treatment of tumors. This technology delivers radiation with pinpoint accuracy, limiting the impact on healthy tissue and allowing for easy modification of the radiation treatment plan. Opening this spring, the Center for Vascular Excellence (COVE) will offer patients expert analysis and treatment of vascular and cardiac issues. Lastly, as you’ll see from this issue, our Robotic Surgery Program continues to grow as our surgeons begin to expand its use to gynecologic and general surgery. John F. Kennedy once said, “Change is the law of life and those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” Change can be a great motivator. It makes us continually look at what we do, how we do it and how to continually improve our services to our community. The health and wellness of our community is our primary focus, and we thank you for entrusting your healthcare to Saint Clare’s.
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“I live in Morristown, but Saint Clare’s is my home.” Mary Mulholland cancer survivor
As a hospital volunteer for 50 years, Mary sees firsthand the level of care Saint Clare’s Cancer Care offers. So when she was stricken with colon cancer, there was no doubt in her mind where to turn. As one of our area’s leading cancer programs, Saint Clare’s brings expert physicians… compassionate staff… the most advanced treatment options… and hope… to people like Mary, every day. “They gave me the best present for my 78th birthday… the gift of life.” To learn more, visit saintclares.org/cancercare
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A peek at spring EACH YEAR, THIS IS ONE of our favorite issues. Our staff is full of devoted recreational shoppers, after all, and we must admit that the process of sifting through oodles of fun new springtime clothes gets our pulse racing just a bit faster. This season, we found a spectrum of cute offerings in a host of bright hues. We present them for your perusal in “Flying Colors,” an eight-page pictorial that starts on page 32. For those also interested in dressing their nests, we offer inspiration in the form of an award-winning East Hanover renovation. Once little more than a “sheetrock box,” as the designer deemed it, the space is now homey and inviting, thanks to an extensive redesign. Turn to “Outside the Box” on page 40 to see the full before-and-after transformation. Also benefiting from a rather extensive renovation is this month’s restaurant review location: The Montville Inn. A $3 million update gave this mansion a dose of elegant Colonial style, but as our reviewer notes, tucked inside is a lively, modern eatery full of inspired menu options. If you’re more interested in cozying up at home to whip up creative fare of your own, check out our recipe for seared ahi tuna with blood orange sauce on page 44. We also give tips on selecting a blood orange, a winter fruit favorite, and reveal what causes that trademark blush. As always, in Morris Mix, page 15, we take a look at a few notable local finds. There you’ll find info on some high-class animal accommodations, a fun way to introduce your preschooler to a new language, a venture selling handmade embroidered linens that raise funds for a Vietnamese orphanage—and more. We’re also excited to start the voting for our annual readers’ choice awards. On page 19 you’ll find the ballot, where you can share the Morris County spots you think make life here truly a joy. An added perk: Each reader who casts their votes will be entered to win two tickets to a top Broadway show. We’ll reveal the winners in our June issue and celebrate them with a party and expo set for May 28 at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park. This will be a can’t-miss event chockfull of food and entertainment. Look for additional details in upcoming issues. We look forward to reading your selections—and discovering a few future favorites of our own.
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senior editor TIMOTHY KELLEY
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editorial assistant KRISTIN COLELLA
group publisher EDWARD BURNS
executive vice president, sales & marketing JOEL EHRLICH
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Morris MIX YOUR GUIDE TO LOCAL TRENDS, TREASURES, PEOPLE & WELL-KEPT SECRETS
The inn crowd A morning dip in the indoor pool, followed by a session at the spa. Perhaps an afternoon game of catch, a stop at the 5 p.m. happy hour, a little story time, then off to a luxury suite. Such are the amenities that await furry friends at the MORRIS ANIMAL INN (973-539-0377, www.morrisanimal inn.com), a 24,000-square-foot pet resort “for the discriminating pet guest,” as the website proclaims. The facility offers lodging, day care, grooming, playtime packages, even tuckin service. “We have a very hotel-like feel,” says Gina Ramos, guest services manager. “We customize every experience to every guest.” Cats can watch videos of birds and squirrels or hang out in the kitty playroom, which includes a tree house for climbing and skylight for sunbathing. Dogs can choose private or group activities—including aqua massage in a custom-designed whirlpool. Prices start at $29 for overnight stays, $39 for day care. Terriers Bernie and Boomer attend doggie day care at the inn twice a week. “It’s good for socializing,” says their owner, Nancy Dickson of Morris Plains. “It’s good for behavior. And it exhausts them, which is probably the best!”
TOP; COURTESY OF MORRIS ANIMAL INN; KATHRYN BELL
Stitch of compassion To her customers, the handmade pieces STEPHANIE JOUËT FLAMME (973-267-3362) sells at her New Vernon home and area crafts shows are lovely, embroidered linens. But to the girls who craft these napkins, tablecloths, towels and other items half a world away, in Vietnam’s Da Nang province, the creations are the road to a better life. The linens stem from an outreach by the Sisters of Saint Paul of Chartres, who run an orphanage in the province. The sisters rescue girls from the streets, teach them embroidering and ship their handiwork to Jouët Flamme, who sends proceeds back to them. (Jouët Flamme took over the project from its founder, a former Madison resident who adopted three children from the orphanage.) The items are “absolutely stunning” and hold up to multiple washings, Jouët Flamme says. Prices range from $10 for a placemat to $30 to $45 for a tablecloth. MORRIS
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‘What I’m listening to ...’
PUPPY LOVE Laura Claas, Randolph, age 14 Brindle, dachshund mix, age 8 How we met: “We rescued Brindle from the Closter Animal Welfare Society when she was about a year old, and she’s honestly one of the sweetest dogs I’ve ever met. She has a bubbly personality and loves to kiss people and get scratched behind the ears. She also loves children and Baby, our cat. They share their squeaky toys and even sleep side by side.” Tough cookie: “Even though Brindle only weighs about 25 or 30 pounds, she’s very strong and muscular. She feels like a Ford when you try to pick her up! She loves going for walks and just being outside. She’s not sleek and delicate like a poodle.” Hambone: “Brindle loves attention, and she gets a lot of it. Because of her short legs and long body, people always try to guess what kind of dog she is. She also likes to make us laugh. Once my aunt put a carrot stick in her own mouth and pretended to offer it to Brindle. Well, Brindle came over and took it right from my aunt’s mouth. It was really funny!” —Kristin Colella
“As a theater person, my taste in music is a bit eclectic,” says Annette Winter, associate director of the Darress Theatre in Boonton (973-334-9292, www.darress theatre.com). “When I need to forget everything, I listen to show tunes. But if I need to think or just want to liven up, I turn on rock and pop.” 1. “ANOTHER WINTER IN A SUMMER TOWN,”
Christine Ebersole and Mary Louise Wilson, from Grey Gardens 2. “A STEP TOO FAR,” Adam Pascal, from Aida 3. “BLACKBIRD,” the Beatles, from The White Album 4. “PRETTY WOMEN,” Len Cariou, Edmund Lyndeck
and Victor Garber, from Sweeney Todd 5. “BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY,” Queen, from
Classic Queen 6. “SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT,” Billy
Joel, from The Stranger 7. “CIRCLE OF LIFE,” ensemble, from The Lion King
(original Broadway cast recording) 8. “LILY’S EYES,” Mandy Patinkin and Robert
Westenberg, from Secret Garden
Think your furry friend is the cutest in Morris? Send us a picture of you with your pet and we might publish it in our pages. Mail the photo along with your name, address and telephone number to Morris Health & Life, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645 or e-mail editor@wainscotmedia.com.
9. “THE LAST SONG,” Elton John, from The One 10. “THE TIME OF MY LIFE,” David Cook,
from David Cook
—K.C.
FROM THE MOUTHS OF BAMBINOS As the daughter of immigrants, Catiana Celentano grew up speaking Italian at home and knows early exposure is the key to helping a child become fluent in a foreign language. So when her sons were born, she created a game—complete with puppets, nursery rhymes and flash cards—to teach them their ancestral tongue. The game grew into a business, and now GIOCHIAMO IN ITALIANO ... LET’S PLAY IN ITALIAN (732-558-4781, www.letsplayinitalian.com) teaches youngsters Italian through song, games, movement, puppetry and more in four locations, including Florham Park. Children as young as 6 months attend the 45-minute bilingual “mommy and me” classes. Prices start at $180 for eight weeks. “Every class is a puppet show as well as education,” says Celentano, who names the puppets after family and friends—Gaetano the Chef, for example, honors her husband. Parents afraid their little one will outpace them in the linguistic department can also check out Celentano’s adult-instruction offerings, which include a reading club, private lessons and more.
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Caring for Seniors is Our Specialty
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WHAT YOU LOVE
BEST!
VOTE and WIN!
OUR 2009 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS IN OUR SEVEN YEARS of publication, we’ve eaten, shopped and explored our way across this county to reveal Morris’ treasures. But let’s face it: Many of you have spent a lifetime doing the same—and now it’s your turn to share your favorites! Complete and submit this form by March 1, or enter your picks at www.morrishealthandlife.com. Need more incentive? Voters will be entered to win two tickets to a top Broadway show! The results will be revealed in our June issue—and celebrated at a party and expo on May 28! Event details to follow.
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A balloon that clears sinuses HOW SINUPLASTY REDUCES PAIN AND BLEEDING AND SPEEDS RECOVERY
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the sinus cavities from the outside, through incisions in IF YOU’RE ONE OF THE 37 MILLION Americans the gums or near the eyebrow. Then, in the 1980s, funcdiagnosed with sinusitis each year, you know the intense tional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) was developed, pain and feeling of pressure it can bring. But thanks to baleliminating the need for external cuts. It used an loon sinuplasty, a new catheter-based technology endoscope—a long, flexible tool inserted now offered at Saint Clare’s Hospital, the outSinusitis through the nose. With this approach, surlook for sinusitis sufferers just got brighter. is responsible geons could examine the sinuses and insert “It’s a huge shift in the way we for an estimated instruments such as microshavers to remove care for people with sinus problems,” 18 million to 22 diseased bone and soft tissue, thus enlargsays Brian Lebovitz, M.D., an million doctor ing the openings and restoring normal otolaryngologist—ear, nose and throat visits every year function. But FESS had drawbacks, includspecialist—at the hospital. in the U.S. ing postoperative pain, swelling and bleeding. Sinusitis is an inflammation or strucEnter balloon sinuplasty. A new technique tural blockage in the sinus cavities in the face. available in this country since just December 2005, it These are hollow air spaces that are connected to the was inspired by the way balloon angioplasty can often do nose, allowing for free exchange of air and mucus. When the job of more invasive heart procedures. the openings become swollen or blocked, normal mucus “This technique involves placing a balloon-bearing drainage stops, and infection or inflammation can result. catheter through the natural opening in the sinus pasThe first line of treatment is usually antibiotics or allergy medications to eliminate infection and steroid To find out more about balloon sinuplasty at Saint nasal sprays to reduce swelling. When medications alone Clare’s Hospital, please call 1-866-STCLARE don’t resolve the problem, doctors may advise surgery. (1-866-782-5273). Sinus operations once required surgeons to access
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sages,” Dr. Lebovitz says. “We simply place the catheter in, get it to the right location, inflate the balloon, deflate the balloon and we’re done.” The result is dramatically faster recovery. Previously, sinus-surgery patients were out of work for as long as a week, with packing in the nose on both sides that made nasal breathing impossible. “With balloon sinuplasty,” says the doctor, “you can be back at work the next day.” There are four areas of sinuses—frontal, in the lower forehead; ethmoid, alongside the upper part of the nose; sphenoid, deep in the face behind the nose; and maxillary, in the cheeks. Balloon sinuplasty isn’t often required to treat the ethmoid sinuses, the doctor explains, because they’re easily reached. But it can make a dramatic difference in treatment of the other three kinds of sinuses, where access is more difficult. In earlier surgery, accuracy could be hard to achieve because of poor visualization, often made worse by the blood that collected as a result of scraping or cutting. And the frontal sinuses are close to the brain, which meant there was a risk of injury. To solve these problems, Dr. Lebovitz uses what is called a “LUMA catheter.” “I have a lit guidewire with a fiber-optic light source running through it, so I don’t even have to use portable X-ray equipment with its radiation,” he explains. “Using special catheters, I place the wire into position in the appropriate sinus. Then I extend the catheter with a 3- to 7-millimeter balloon into the opening to the sinus. We then dilate the balloon, which in turn expands the osteum—the natural opening in the sinus passage.” Though much less invasive than other surgery,
balloon sinuplasty is usually not the first treatment for sinusitis, says Dr. Lebovitz. “First there’s a preoperative evaluation that includes extensive medical trials to see whether the problems can be solved with medical therapy. You never want to do more surgery than you need to.” But a key advantage of the new procedure is that it can be done safely in young people. “Previously we avoided doing endoscopic procedures in children because of the possible complications,” the doctor says. “But these complications don’t arise with balloon sinuplasty, so we might well use the procedure on a teenager whose persistent sinus problems haven’t been resolved by medication.” Another plus is that balloon sinuplasty reduces the need for repeat or “revision” surgeries. While they’re required for roughly 10 percent of FESS procedures, only 1 percent of balloon sinuplasties need later revisions, according to Dr. Lebovitz. The technique is not suitable for everyone. People with nasal polyps and those with severe scarring or abnormal bone growth following previous surgery are not candidates. “It’s ideal, though, for people whose chronic sinus issues have been unresponsive to medical and allergic therapy and who have not previously had sinus surgery,” says the doctor. Patient satisfaction with the new procedure has been good, he says. And interest is huge, particularly from people who have been undecided about sinus surgery because of its reputation for causing pain. “I’ve had people coming to see me because of the balloon procedure,” says Dr. Lebovitz. “It’s fast becoming the standard of excellence in sinus surgery.” ■
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Better gyn surgery for women
through robotics HOW A NEW TECHNOLOGY EXTENDS THE SURGEON’S REACH
IT’S ONLY FAIR. For a couple of years now, robotic surgeons to do even the most complex technology has improved prostate surgery for men. Now, and delicate procedures with greater preat Saint Clare’s Hospital, this approach is being used for cision and in a minimally invasive way. gynecological procedures for women too. The technology lends itself especially “At first I was doubtful about its potential to help well to intricate gynecological operame as a gynecologist with the procedures I perform,” tions such as hysterectomy (removal of says Cem Omay, M.D., an ob/gyn at the uterus), rethe hospital. That’s because he was “I’ve been amazed moval of fibroids already skillful with many kinds of or ovarian masses, at how much less correction of vagilaparoscopic surgery—surgery that employs small incisions and special nal prolapse (in pain the patients instruments guided by a remote-conwhich the vagina experience with trolled video camera. “But I’ve found falls from its northe robot.” that the robot increases surgical precimal position) sion and allows me to see the surgical and treatfield in three dimensions instead of ment of endojust two.” metrial or other female cancers. As a result, Dr. Omay says, he’s now able to perThe system comprises two parts: a form laparoscopically many operations he once had to robotic cart with four mechanical arms (one holds a 3-D do as open procedures—or had to convert to open procamera; three manipulate surgical tools) that sits beside cedures when technical challenges arose. The result: the anesthetized patient, and a console, located 8 to 10 More patients are able to benefit from the laparoscopic feet away, at which the surgeon is seated. At the console, approach, with its dramatically smaller incisions, faster the doctor views a 3-D image of the operative field. This recovery, less blood loss and less pain. live picture is captured by the camera Of course, the robot is not the inserted into the patient’s body via one Surgeons who roving, human-like creature you may of several 2-centimeter incisions. (With use robotics have seen in sci-fi flicks. Instead, it’s a open surgery, one vertical incision is These urologists also do procetool that “acts as an extension of the surmade, but it can be as large as 12 to 18 dures at Saint Clare’s Hospital geon’s own hands,” Dr. Omay explains. centimeters and therefore takes much with the new da Vinci robotic “It has multifaceted articulation, so it longer to heal.) The surgeon then system: allows very fine movements.” That maneuvers the ergonomically advanced • Adam Berman, M.D. means it is far more versatile and controls on the console, and the system • Marc Colton, M.D. responsive than the controls used in seamlessly translates these gestures into • Marc Greenstein, D.O. standard laparoscopic surgery. the real-time movements of instru• Domenico Savatta, M.D. The device Dr. Omay uses is the ments inside the patient. da Vinci robotic system, named for artist • Jeffrey Stock, M.D. The robotic system provides a and inventor Leonardo da Vinci, who “stereoscopic” image that offers 3• Brent Yanke, M.D. drew the first sketches of a robot more dimensional visualization. “It’s like the • Gregg Zimmerman, M.D. than 500 years ago. The system enables 3-D glasses at Disney World,” says the 26
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“FAST FACT” SOURCE: THE ONCOLOGIST , 1997
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sive cancer in which the laparoscope might pose a risk of introducing cancer cells into new areas. “We all know laparoscopy is better for the patient in terms of pain, blood loss and recovery time,” says Dr. Omay. “This tool combines the benefits of open surgery—clear visualization and the kind of minute control human hands provide—with the faster doctor. “When you reach forward you can see recovery made possible by laparoscopy.” The if you’re actually going around something, Dr. Omay credits a special influence first laparoas opposed to mere flat images.” It also for his proficiency with the robot: “One of scopic procedure provides magnification and can be adjusted the reasons I felt comfortable with it from so that large movements of the hand conthe start,” he says, “is that I’ve played a done in the U.S. trols translate into tiny distances within lot of video games.” was performed the body, improving accuracy. More important to the patient, of in 1911. “Suturing is much easier with the course, is the way the da Vinci system reduces robot than with conventional laparoscopy, and pain—to levels even lower than those experiwith sutures tied more securely—because the robotic enced in conventional laparoscopic procedures. arm can move even more flexibly than the human hand “I’ve been amazed at how much less pain the —I’m less worried about bleeding,” says Dr. Omay. He patients experience with the robot,” says the doctor. says the robot is perfectly suited to surgical challenges “Every time I’ve done a robotic procedure I’ve gone back involving hard-to-access areas thick with veins and arterand asked the patient, ‘How are you doing? Any pain?’ ies, or for patients with scar tissue of the kind often proAnd she’s said, ‘No, I’m doing very well.’” ■ duced by endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease. To find out more about the use of robotic technology The da Vinci robot can be used for almost all for gynecologic surgery at Saint Clare’s Hospital, gynecologic surgeries in almost all patients, the doctor please call 1-866-STCLARE (1-866-782-5273). says. The only exception might be a woman with extenMORRIS
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Healthy sleep for seniors AGE-RELATED FACTORS CAN IMPAIR YOUR REST, BUT THERE ARE WAYS TO PROTECT THOSE Zs
THE HOURS FROM BEDTIME TO SUNUP CAN be critical ones for maintaining good health in older people. Mark Atkins, M.D., medical director of the Center for Sleep Medicine at Saint Clare’s Hospital, puts it succinctly: “People who don’t sleep well often don’t feel well.” That can be especially true for seniors who are suffering from a chronic medical problem, says Dr. Atkins. “Anything that pains you and bothers you is worse when you are not well rested.” Does sleep quality inevitably deteriorate because of aging? “There is no clear evidence for that,” he says. “Much of the poor sleep seen in older adults relates to illnesses such as heart and lung disease, diabetes and arthritis. Just because you are 80, your sleep is not necessarily worse than at 50. But if you’re 80, you probably have some chronic illness.”
Aging does bring about some changes on its own, he says. For example, seniors tend to experience an advanced sleep phase, in which the internal “clock” that regulates the natural sleep cycle causes them to get sleepy earlier and wake up earlier. But most sleep disturbances are related to other problems. People with a chronic illness tend to lie down more and doze throughout the day, which can cause sleeplessness at night. Restless legs syndrome, a neurological condition characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs, is more common in older adults. And seniors are also more likely to be on medications, many of which can disrupt sleep. For many seniors, a few simple lifestyle adjustments are enough to restore regular and restful sleep. (See “Tips for Better Sleep,” below.) But if you’re sleeping plenty of hours and still waking unrefreshed, you may need to undergo an overnight sleep study in a laboratory. For such a test, you’d be hooked up to diagnostic equipment to determine if you have a sleep disorder such as obstructive sleep apnea, in which one briefly stops breathing many times during the night. “However, most common sleep problems can be diagnosed with a sleep history,” says Dr. Atkins. You should discuss any sleep problems with your doctor, who may refer you to a sleep specialist if more evalutaion is necessary. ■
Tips for better sleep FOLLOW A REGULAR SCHEDULE. Go to sleep and get up at the same time each day, even on weekends. DEVELOP A BEDTIME ROUTINE. Before bedtime, do the same things nightly to cue your body that it’s time to sleep. Watch television, read a book, listen to soothing music or soak in a warm bath. DO NOT EXERCISE WITHIN THREE HOURS of your bedtime. AVOID LARGE MEALS close to bedtime.
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STAY AWAY FROM CAFFEINE LATE IN THE DAY. Older
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Heart disease:
An equalopportunity threat WOMEN’S SYMPTOMS MAY BE DIFFERENT
JUDITH COLLINS
FROM MEN’S, BUT WE’RE ALL AT RISK
IF ANYONE SHOULD BE FAMILIAR with the threat of heart disease, it’s Susan Coppola, 71, of Hibernia, a retired program analyst for the Piccatinny Arsenal. Her mother had the illness—it claimed her life five years ago—and Coppola reports that “several of my women friends have had heart problems.” Yet in 2002, when she found herself getting out of breath too easily, she went first to a gastroenterologist. “I thought I’d eaten too much—or eaten the wrong thing,” she recalls. “And I did have some indigestion.” Fortunately, the doctor sent her to Robert Wall, M.D., a cardiologist affiliated with Saint Clare’s Hospital. He found two blocked coronary arteries, which he treated by performing angioplasty and implanting stents to restore blood flow. He has cared for her since, guiding her through heart surgery when it became necessary last year. Coppola was spared an actual heart attack, and today she’s on the mend. “Many people still don’t understand that heart disease is as big a threat to women as it is to men,” says Dr. Wall. “When Susan first saw me and described her symptoms, I could almost see the realization crossing her face.” February is National Heart Month—a good time for a reminder that coronary illness knows no gender boundaries. “Women’s heart-disease symptoms tend to be more subtle than men’s,” says Dr. Wall. “And grasping that fact can be the first step to getting needed help.” Indeed, Coppola recalls reading a magazine article last year that reminded her that females often have different heart-attack signs than males. (See “How Heart Attacks May Differ in Women,” right.) “Somehow that just stuck in my mind,” she says. “Women often suffer from hot flashes when they’re going through menopause, and this is how that felt.” Though she misinterpreted her first symptoms several years ago, Coppola may have spared herself a heart attack by seeking medical attention promptly when
How heart attacks may differ in women In one study of women who suffered heart attacks, 43 percent did not experience any type of chest pain or pressure. About one-third of the women did feel chest discomfort, but most did not describe the sensation as “pain.” Doctors say women are more than twice as likely as men to experience more “atypical” heart-attack symptoms such as: • back, neck or jaw pain • nausea or vomiting • indigestion • weakness or fatigue • dizziness or lightheadedness Source: www.hearthealthywomen.org, a website sponsored by the Cardiovascular Research Foundation, the National Coalition for Women With Heart Disease and the Office on Women’s Health of the Department of Health and Human Services
new troubles arose. An avid golfer, she found she couldn’t walk the golf course. “I just ran out of puff,” she says. Today, after her treatment, Coppola is recovering well. She has lost weight, controls her blood cholesterol with medication and undergoes cardiac rehabilitation at Saint Clare’s in Denville. “I’d recommend that rehab to anyone,” she says. “The therapists there are very knowledgeable, and they’ve been in the business quite a while.” Heart disease does tend to strike women a bit later in life than it does men, says Dr. Wall, and that can mean there are more comorbidities—accompanying conditions that also need to be treated. “But there’s an opportunity there if women are aware of the danger,” he adds, “because the earlier we intervene, the better the outcome.” ■ MORRIS
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health a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) and Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) can perform this and other general dentistry procedures because the two degrees are exactly equivalent. The title simply varies among dental universities. NONPHYSICIAN PROVIDERS: P.A. VS. N.P. Both physician assistants
(P.A.s) and nurse practitioners (N.P.s) have graduate degrees and perform many services once reserved for physicians. P.A.s work with a physician on the premises; they can prescribe medications, examine patients and even assist in surgery. N.P.s, usually found in primary care, have more potential independence—unlike P.A.s, they may practice by themselves, and New Jersey law permits them to prescribe under a supervisory arrangement with a physician. Of course, complex conditions should be handled by a doctor. EYE DOCTORS: OPTOMETRIST VS. OPHTHALMOLOGIST These
Alphabet soup YOU TRUST YOUR FAMILY’S CARE TO THESE PROFESSIONALS—BUT DO YOU REALLY KNOW WHAT THOSE LETTERS AFTER THEIR NAMES MEAN? HERE, A PRIMER PHYSICIANS: M.D. VS. D.O. Both Doctors of Medicine
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(M.D.) and Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) are fully licensed physicians—they simply differ in philosophy. M.D.s treat specific symptoms and diseases using modern remedies; D.O.s (just 6 percent of all U.S. physicians) focus on the body as a whole and are trained to use hands-on “manipulative” therapy to ease pain and promote healing, in addition to conventional treatments. DENTISTS: DMD VS. DDS Need a cavity drilled? Both
doctors differ in education and scope of services. Optometrists (O.D.s) attend a four-year college of optometry and provide primary eye care (giving eye exams, diagnosing some eye diseases and visual conditions, prescribing eyeglasses, performing minor eye surgery), while ophthalmologists are medical-school graduates (M.D.s or D.O.s) who provide total eye care, from eyeglass prescriptions to surgery. Often ophthalmologists and optometrists work in the same practice, where optometrists handle more basic care while ophthalmologists tackle more complicated procedures. FELLOWS This can label can be confusing, as it has two meanings. The first is a title given by a society or college to physicians who have passed a rigorous evaluation. Common designations include FACS (Fellow, American College of Surgeons) and FACC (Fellow, American College of Cardiology). The second refers to doctors who have completed their residencies but are in the midst of undergoing more-specialized training: a general surgeon training to become a vascular surgeon, for example. ■
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Save the Date! Saint Clare’s Annual Spring Gala
Friday, March 20, 2009, Saint Clare’s annual gala fundraiser returns to the Pleasantdale Chateau. Watch for more details. Call 973-983-5300 or visit www.saint claresfoundation.org for more information. ■
Center for Weight-Loss Surgery: New Patient Seminars
Meet our accomplished surgeons and learn about surgical alternatives for serious weight problems. Seminars are scheduled for January 28, February 10 and 25, and March 10 and 25. Call 1-866-STCLARE (1-866-7825273) or visit www.saintclares.org/bariatrics for times and locations or to register for a seminar. ■
“The Happiest Baby on the Block”
A nationally acclaimed two-hour course that teaches parents how to soothe even the fussiest baby by looking at the world from the newborn’s point of view. $40 per couple; space is limited. Call 1-866-STCLARE (1-866782-5273) for dates or more information or to register. ■
Maternal/Child Care Programs
Ongoing series of programs dealing with the many issues surrounding pregnancy, childbirth, parenthood and children. Call 973-625-6387 for more information. Saint Clare’s also offers a babysitting course for young people who care for children. Call 973-989-3213 to learn more. ■
Yoga Classes
Saint Clare’s has a host of yoga classes for all skill levels, from beginner’s yoga to prenatal yoga. All classes are held at the Complementary Medicine Mind/Body Suite at Saint Clare’s Hospital/Dover. Call 973-989-3607 for dates, registration and fee information. ■
Infant Massage
The Saint Clare’s Center for Complementary Medicine offers infant massage classes that educate parents on the benefits of therapeutic touch for babies. Call 973-9893607 to learn more. ■
Babies Alumni Mall Walkers
This free indoor walking program for mother and baby, held at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall, combines the freedom of a self-paced walking program with monthly informational sessions. Call 1-866-STCLARE (1-866782-5273) for more information. ■
Townsquare Walkers
Ongoing, indoor, self-paced walking program in an accessible, temperature-controlled environment. Cosponsored by Saint Clare’s Hospital, the Rockaway Townsquare Mall and Pfizer Inc., this free program also offers breakfast educational meetings on health topics. To register or
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receive your orientation packet, call 973-989-3421. ■
CPR Training
Saint Clare’s offers ongoing cardiopulmonary resuscitation programs for the public, employers and healthcare professionals. Classes include Adult Heartsaver, Adult and Pediatric CPR, Infant Emergency Care, Basic First Aid and others. To learn more, call 973-989-3213. ■
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A national prostate cancer support group designed for patients and their loved ones. Share experiences and learn about the disease and how patients’ lives can be improved. Second Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at Saint Clare’s Hospital/Denville. To learn more, call 1-866-STCLARE (1-866-782-5273). ■
Diabetes and Insulin Pump Support Groups
Ongoing support groups for people with diabetes meet the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. or the last Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. An ongoing support group for those with an insulin pump meets on the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. All groups convene at the Regional Diabetes Center at Saint Clare’s Hospital/Dover. For more information, call 973-989-3603. ■
Mental Illness Family Support Group
Intensive Family Support Services of Morris County offers a group for people who care for a mentally ill family member. Wednesdays, 7–8 p.m. at Saint Clare’s Behavioral Health Center (Room 320), 50 Morris Avenue, Denville. To find out more, call 973-625-7131. ■
Mental Illness Parent Support Group
Caring for an adult child with depression or a bipolar illness can affect every aspect of your life, and this support group helps parents cope with that responsibility. It offers current information on depression and bipolar disorders and an opportunity to share with other parents. Fourth Thursday of each month, 7 p.m., at Saint Clare’s Behavioral Health Center (Room 320), 50 Morris Avenue, Denville. For more information, call 973-625-7069. ■
Sleep Disorders Support Group
AWAKE, a group for people with sleep disorders, meets the third Tuesday of every other month in the cafeteria at Saint Clare’s Hospital/Dover. Refreshments and vendor participation are included. To find out dates and times, call the Center for Sleep Medicine at 973-989-3589. Check the Events page on the Saint Clare’s website, www.saintclares.org, for the latest information on community events. Events are added and updated daily. ■
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TRUE blue THE SKY’S THE LIMIT WITH THESE SAPPHIRE SELECTIONS LEFT TO RIGHT, square-buckle crocodile belt by Leatherock; Tory Burch cashmere Inez cardigan in tile blue; Tory Burch printed cotton button-down; Catherine Malandrino ruffled silk blouse with pleated bodice; butterfly pendant courtesy of Hartly Fashions; Moschino Cheap and Chic tricolor open-toe sandal; Fatto a Mano by Carlos Falchi metallic clutch.
For stores that carry the product lines shown, see our shopping guide on page 49.
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LEFT TO RIGHT, Abas crocodile Ella handle handbag; Tory Burch V-neck printed silk dress; Christopher Fischer puff-sleeve cashmere cardigan; Longchamp printed scarf; Christopher Fischer gauzy striped scarf; Longchamp Le Pliage expandable tote with leather trim.
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SAGE beauty THE GRASS IS ALWAYS GREENER WITH A SPRINGY HUE IN YOUR STEP
LEFT TO RIGHT, linen zip-up rain jacket by Hartly Fashions; lightweight scarf from Christopher Fischer; Diane von Furstenberg tropical leaf–pattern tunic; Gustto’s Baca double-handle zip-top leather handbag; long-sleeve scoop-neck shirt by Longchamp; Cole Haan patent leather wedges.
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Bed of roses EVERYTHING’S COMING UP BOLD AND AND BEAUTIFUL WITH THIS VIVID BOUQUET
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LEFT TO RIGHT, Christopher Fischer cashmere hooded sweater; Gustto‘s Palba double-handle leather satchel with shoulder strap and bow detailing; Cole Haan T-strap sandal; Longchamp printed scarf; Catherine Malandrino silk blouse with cut-out detailing; patent leather belt by Longchamp.
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Outside the box AN AWARD-WINNING RENOVATION TRANSFORMED A PLAIN EAST HANOVER DWELLING INTO A HOMEY HAVEN FOR FIVE
“A SHEETROCK BOX”—it wasn’t the most flattering of assessments, but the owners of this newly purchased East Hanover abode couldn’t dispute designer Ginny Zonfrilli’s description. After all, their 2,100-square-foot space had no crown molding, no color on the walls ... no personality. But what it did have was potential. “The home had good bones,” explains Zonfrilli, principal of VHZ Design Group in South Orange. “It was the perfect size to meet the family’s needs.”
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Though excited about the space, the clan knew the home’s lackluster interiors would need a major dose of style, and thus planned a top-to-bottom redo right from the start. It was a large project to be sure, but Zonfrilli had plenty of ideas on how to produce the warm, traditional look the family sought. And she was well rewarded for her efforts: Not only was the family thrilled with the results, but Zonfrilli won a bronze award from the New
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LEFT, silk draperies, rich upholstery and custom cabinetry bring luxury to the dining room. B E L O W, once drab (inset), the family room gets a library-like makeover with a new fireplace surround, built-in cabinets and leather club chairs.
BEFORE
Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers for her work. Her vision was straightforward: to create a comfortable, lived-in feel by adorning each room with earthy hues and rich fabrics, and adding an abundance of custom millwork. This medley of elements is found throughout. Take, for example, the family room. It was plain before, with a brick wall, a mantelless fireplace and oversize furniture that dwarfed the space. Now it boasts
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An expansive island, granite countertops and a handmade tile backsplash highlight the extensive kitchen renovation, replacing the former space’s bright-white cabinets, laminate countertops and black appliances (bottom).
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a luxe library-like feel, with custom built-in cabinetry that displays collections and hides unsightly electrical equipment. A plasma television perches above a renovated poured-concrete fireplace, while light-chocolate leather club chairs and a tan modular sofa accommodate relaxing, reading and entertaining. French doors connect the room to an eat-in kitchen. Bright-white cabinets, laminate countertops and black appliances were replaced with cognac-stain cabinetry with raised panels custom-designed by Dolores Lockwood-Rosen of Designs by Dolores, polished granite countertops and a handmade tile backsplash. Zonfrilli cleverly designed a drop-down island that doubles as a kitchen table the entire brood can easily congregate around. The dining room, designed for more formal affairs, is dressed in rich silk draperies, woven upholstery fabrics and an Oriental rug. Along the back wall, custom cabinetry provides space for storage, serving and display. In the center hangs a special landscape painting the homeowner purchased on a trip. “I wanted to work it into the design of the room,” Zonfrilli explains. “It complements the wall coloring and fabric choices perfectly.” On the same floor, the master suite is made a
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sanctuary, thanks to a gallery-like hallway that separates it from the hubbub of the rest of house. Soothing hues— aqua, ivory and shades of brown—marry both feminine and masculine tastes. Custom millwork here also creates a stunning focal point: a new gas fireplace surrounded by dark Emperador marble and a pair of window seats, and topped with real showpiece: a painting that rolls back to reveal a flat-panel television hidden beneath. A sheetrock box no more, this cozy home is now more akin to a memory box, bursting with warmth, character and happy family moments. ■
HOME
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A marked improvement over its plain predecessor (right), the sanctuary-like master bedroom (below) features a new gas fireplace topped by a flat-screen TV hidden behind a roll-away painting.
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BLOOD NEWLY TRENDY BUT BOASTING A LONG HISTORY,
THE BLOOD ORANGE IS ONE OF WINTER’S FINEST FRUITS
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Pan-seared ahi tuna with blood orange sauce SERVES 4
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium shallot, minced
4 8-ounce ahi tuna steaks
1 clove garlic, minced
⁄2 cup white wine
2 cups blood orange juice
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• In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear tuna on one side for about five minutes. Flip and sear other side for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tuna is cooked. Remove from skillet and allow to rest. • Return skillet to medium-high heat and add white wine. Reduce heat to medium and add shallot and garlic. Cook and stir until shallot is clear, approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in blood orange juice. Boil until the liquid has reduced to half or until it thickens. Remove from heat. • Slice
the
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across the grain. Fan the slices out onto a plate and drizzle with blood orange sauce.
TOP: STOCKFOOD; FOODPIX; RECIPE SOURCE: WWW.ALLRECIPES.COM
THIRSTING FOR BLOOD THIS SEASON? You’re in good company. The blood orange has become one of winter’s most sought-after treats, inspiring foodies and cocktail craftsmen alike to develop some truly distinctive delicacies. Though this fruit is unexciting on the outside (the peel ranges in hue from plain-Jane orange to an almost off-putting chocolate), what lies beneath is something of a buried treasure: a scarlet-colored flesh with a sweetly distinctive taste. The most popular varieties—Moro (a bit tart) and Tarocco (slightly sweeter)—both possess hints of raspberry and are less acidic than traditional oranges. First discovered in Sicily several centuries ago, blood oranges are grown stateside today as well, in both Texas and California, brightening our cool-weather palates from December into spring. Just 70 calories each, these ruby gems are a good source of vitamin C and boast 35 percent more potassium than their navel counterpart. As for trademark tinge—it comes from the antioxidant anthocyanin, also found in berries. At the market, choose fruit that are firm to the touch and heavy for their size. Skin should be smooth, not spongy. Opt for the fridge over the fruit bowl for storage—a chilled environment extends the blood orange’s lifetime up to two weeks. Then use slices of the sangria-hued fruit to add tang to a salad, pump up a salsa or give any citrus-based cocktail a bloody good twist! ■
Image is Everything. Especially When It’s Yours. Saint Clare’s Imaging Center at Parsippany Commons offers a community-based alternative to hospital-based diagnostic imaging.
In the past, when your doctor needed advanced imaging studies to diagnose injury or illness, it meant an extended wait time and the inconvenience of a trip to the hospital. Now there’s a solution! Staffed by board-certified radiologists, the Saint Clare’s Imaging Center at Parsippany Commons offers the latest in imaging technology for digital x-ray, CT scans, diagnostic ultrasound, mammography and bone density testing, at one convenient location. The center is also linked to Saint Clare’s through its picture archiving and communication system (PACS) and results are available to your doctor the same day.
3219 Route 46 East, Suite 110 • Parsippany, NJ 07054 • Fax: 973-334-1008 For appointments, call 973-334-1006 or contact Call One at 1-888-808-1234 All Major Insurance Accepted.
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tasty-but-not-too-greasy Asian panko breadcrumbs and topped with a zesty dollop of whipped yolk, mustard, mayonnaise and paprika. We relished this innovative take on a dinner-party staple, served atop a bed of fresh greens dressed in a delightfully sweet glaze. Also impressive were two deliciously fresh jumbo lump crab cakes packed generously with crabmeat. The sriracha aioli artfully drizzled on the plate below made a creamy and flavorful complement. Ready for something light after two heavy starters, we chose the crisp Boston Bibb salad, served with tasty blue cheese, grilled red onions, tomatoes and avocado (which the chef thoughtfully divided onto two plates for us as a courtesy). Our only complaint? An avocadovinaigrette that was a tad bitter for our tastes. After just enough of a break for us to crave the next course, our entrées arrived. The grand 14-ounce filet mignon was colorfully adorned with bright-green grilled asparagus (fresh and crunchy), crispy potatoes (thin and salty) and a heaping portion of bruschetta piled onto the meat and plate below. The tender steak was cooked to perfection and melted in our mouths, though we found the FROM THE OUTSIDE, The Montville Inn—a magnifbruschetta unnecessarily drenched in balsamic vinegar. icent white colonial located on Route 202 in Montville— But the penne with tender grilled chicken, artilooks like a place General Washington might have frechoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes satisfied completely. quented. But don’t be fooled: That 18th-century style Served in a just-right sauce of olive oil, garlic and parmecomes courtesy of a two-year, $3 million rebuild completed san, it was a surprisingly light yet flavorful main dish. in 2007. Further, neither the cuisine nor the ambience of Our last culinary decision of the night was perhaps this upscale, family-friendly restauour most daunting—which desserts rant is a relic of an earlier era. Instead, to try? We settled on something dark The Montville Inn on a recent Saturday night visit we and something light. The open-face 167 Route 202, Montville; 973-541discovered a bustling dining room, chocolate soufflé—a mouthwatering 1234; www.montvilleinn.com creative menu and hip bar area. fudgy creation with a knock-yourHours Blending old with new is a socks-off molten chocolate center— LUNCH: Tuesday through Friday, 11:30 theme permeating both the décor and was so good we didn’t want to share. a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Saturday, noon–4 p.m. the menu. The elegant yet homey inteEqually delicious were Granny’s fried DINNER: Tuesday through Thursday, rior combines classic design elements apples, the slices of which were fried in 4:30–10 p.m.; Friday through Saturday, (a fieldstone fireplace, wide plank oak a sweet blend of cinnamon and sugar 4:30–10:30 p.m.; Sunday, 4:30–9 p.m. floors, dark wooden tables) with conand crafted into two sandwich-like BAR: Open until midnight Tuesday temporary hanging lights, flat-screen creations filled with vanilla ice cream. through Thursday; 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 p.m. Sunday TVs in the bar area and other fresh Our palates happy and tumSUNDAY BRUNCH: noon–4 p.m. touches. Chef John Livera’s eclectic mies full (our waiter jokingly offered What you should know American dishes also put a clever new to “get us a stretcher”), on our way • Entrées priced $18.95 to $28.95 spin on traditional favorites. out we discovered a crowd waiting for • Complimentary valet parking Fridays Case in point was our first their own turn to dine. “Did you and Saturdays appetizer, the fried deviled eggs. Four enjoy your meal?” one first-time • Full bar hard-boiled halves were covered in patron asked us. Yes inn-deed! ■
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COURTESY OF THE MONTVILLE INN
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TO EAT
Turn to this listing next time you want a wonderful meal out. BOONTON IL MICHELANGELO Italian cuisine featuring chicken Michelangelo. Major credit cards accepted. · 91 Elcock Ave., Boonton · 973-316-1111
C H AT H A M RESTAURANT SERENADE Continental French cuisine. Major credit cards accepted. · 6 Roosevelt Ave., Chatham · 973-701-0303 SCALINI FEDELI Northern Italian/light French cuisine with signature dishes. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 63 Main St., Chatham · 973-701-9200
CHESTER REDWOODS GRILL AND BAR American cuisine; many vegetarian dishes. Major credit cards accepted. · 459 Main St., Chester · 908-879-7909
DENVILLE CAFE METRO Healthy American fare in a casual atmosphere. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 60 Diamond Spring Rd, Denville · 973-625-1055
HUNAN TASTE Chinese cuisine featuring General Tso’s shrimp. Major credit cards accepted.
THE FINEST IN CUSTOM L A N D S C A P E M A S O N RY
· 67 Bloomfield Ave., Denville · 973-625-2782
EAST HANOVER SAIGON HOUSE Vietnamese fare. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 320 Rt. 10 W., East Hanover · 973-887-8815
FA I R F I E L D BRUSCHETTA Italian cuisine. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 292 Passaic Ave, Fairfield · 973-227-6164
FLANDERS METRO GRILLE Electic fare. V/MC/AMEX accepted. 380 Rt. 206, Flanders · 908-879-0051
SILVER SPRING FARM Chamring French eatery. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · FlandersDrakestown Rd., Flanders · 973-584-0202
F L O R H A M PA R K
TASSERT’S Contemporary American cuisine in a swanky setting. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 176 Columbia Tpk., Florham Park · 973-822-3712
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fare, award-winning beers. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 1 Fairmount Rd., Long Valley · 908-876-1122
SPLASH! Modern seafood eatery. Major credit cards accepted. · 1 West Mill St., Long Valley · 908-876-9307
MADISON 54 AND MAIN An extensive menu of American continental cuisine. Major credit cards accepted. · 54 Main St., Madison · 973-966-0252
IL MONDO VECCHIO Northern Italian fare. BYO. Major credit cards accepted. · 72 Main
Find out for yourself what all the buzz is about.
St., Madison · 973-301-0024
Classes conveniently offered 7 days/week to fit your schedule.
L’ALLEGRIA Italian fare. Major credit cards accepted. · 11 Prospect St., Madison · 973-377-6808
For directions and other information, visit our website www.BikramYogaNCNJ.com
SHANGHAI JAZZ Gourmet Asian fare featuring Beijing duck. Major credit cards accepted. · 24 Main St., Madison · 973-822-2899 SOHO 33 Sophisticated American cuisine in a casual setting. V/AMEX accepted. · 33 Main St., Madison · 973-822-2600
MENDHAM
Hot Yoga ❋ Cool People
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Cedar Knolls
210 Malapardis Road, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
973.292.YOGA (9642) Gift Certificates Available
BLACK HORSE TAVERN AND PUB Continental American fare. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 1 West Main St., Mendham · 973-543-7300 DANTE’S RISTORANTE Italian cuisine with weekend specials. BYO. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 100 East Main St., Mendham · 973-543-5401
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MORRIS PLAINS HUNAN Chinese cuisine featuring crispy Chilean sea bass. V/MC/AMEX accepted. · 255 Speedwell Ave., Morris Plains · 973-285-1117
MINADO Japanese seafood buffet . · 2888 Rt. 10 W., Morris Plains · 973-734-4900
MORRISTOWN THE GRAND CAFÉ Classic French and new American cuisine. Major credit cards accepted. · 42 Washington St., Morristown · 973-540-9444 LA CAMPAGNA Italian cuisine with a variety of dishes. BYO. Major credit cards accepted. · 5 Elm St., Morristown · 973-644-4943 MEHNDI Authentic Indian fare. · 88 Headquarters Plaza, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown · 973-871-2323
MING II Reinvented pan-Asian–inspired cuisine. · 88 Headquarters Plaza, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown · 973-871-2323
Appointment Suggested
www.thebathconnection.com 183 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 973-467-7888 New Store Hours
Tues.–Fri. 9:30am–5:30pm • Sat. 10:00am–4:00pm Closed Mon.
44 South Martine Ave, Fanwood, NJ 908-332-2207
ORIGIN THAI II Elegant French-Thai eatery. Major credit cards accepted. · 6-14 South St., Morristown · 973 971-9933
PAZZO PAZZO Fresh regional Italian food. Major credit cards accepted. · 74 Speedwell Ave., Morristown · 973-898-6606 PIERRE’S RESTAURANT French bistro with organic ingredients. Major credit cards accepted. · 995 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown · 973-425-1212
Tues.–Sat. 9:30am–5:30pm • Closed Mon. Evenings by appointment
Come see our renovated showrooms and new eco-friendly foyer!
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SOUTH CITY GRILL Seafood grill featuring Shanghai lobster. Major credit cards accepted. · 60 Rt. 46 E., Mountain Lakes · 973-335-8585
Abas, line available at Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973-467-1500;
PA R S I P PA N Y ECCOLA ITALIAN BISTRO Italian fare with daily specials. Major credit cards accepted. · 1082 Rt. 46 W., Parsippany · 973-334-8211 RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE American steak house. Major credit cards accepted. · 1 Hilton Ct., Parsippany · 973-889-1400
www.abas.net Carlos Falchi, line available at Hartly Fashions, Westwood, 201-664-3111; Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973-912-0080; Saks Fifth Avenue, Short Hills, 973-376-7000; www.carlos
PINE BROOK
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DON PEPE STEAK HOUSE Spanish steak house. All credit cards accepted. · 58 Rt. 46 W., Pine Brook · 973-808-5533
Catherine Malandrino, line available at Hartly Fashions,
RANDOLPH
Westwood, 201-664-3111; Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973-
LA STRADA Authentic Italian. Major credit cards accepted. · 1105 Rt. 10 E., Randolph · 973-584-4607
912-0080; Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973-467-1500; Saks Fifth Avenue, Short Hills, 973-376-700; www.catherinemalandrino.com
RIVERDALE ROSEMARY AND SAGE Contemporary American cuisine. Major credit cards accepted. · 26 Hamburg Turnpike, Riverdale · 973-616-0606
R O C K A W AY CAFÉ NAVONA Regional Italian cuisine featuring seafood. Major credit cards accepted. · 147 Rt. 46 W., Rockaway · 973-627-1606
Christopher Fischer, line available at Hartly, Westwood, 201-664-3111; www.christopherfischer.com Cole Haan, line available at Cole Haan, Short Hills, 973-2181133; Bloomingdale’s, Short Hills, 973-548-2200; Macy’s, Rockaway, 973-328-1234; Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973-
W H I P PA N Y IL CAPRICCIO Italian fare featuring fresh seafood. Major credit cards accepted. · 633 Rt. 10 E., Whippany · 973-884-9175 NIKKO Japanese cuisine. Major credit cards accepted. · 881 Rt. 10 E., Whippany · 973-428-0787 ■
912-0080; Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973-467-1500; Saks Fifth Avenue, Short Hills, 973-376-7000; www.colehaan.com Diane von Furstenberg, line available at Hartly Fashions, Westwood, 201-664-3111; Bloomingdale’s, Short Hills, 973-
WHERE TO EAT by cuisine
548-2200; Neiman Marcus, Short Hills, 973-912-0080; Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973-467-1500; Saks Fifth Avenue, Short Hills, 973-376-7000; www.dvf.com Gustto, line available at Hartly Fashions, Westwood, 201-6643111; Fashion Accessories for You, Long Valley, 908-8761462; Flora Grossman Handbags, Livingston, 973-535-1535; Purse Strings, Millburn, 973-912-0058; www.gustto.com Hartly Fashions, available at Hartly Fashions, Westwood, 201-664-3111
AMERICAN: 54 and Main, Madison • Black Horse Tavern and Pub, Mendham • Café Metro, Denville • Long Valley Pub & Brewery, Long Valley • The Montville Inn, Montville • Redwoods Grill and Bar, Chester • Rosemary and Sage, Riverdale •
Leatherock, line available at Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973-467-1500; www.leatherock.com
Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Parsippany • Soho 33, Madison • Tassert’s, Florham Park ASIAN: Hunan, Morris Plains • Hunan Taste, Denville • Mehndi, Morristown
Longchamp, line available at Longchamp, Short Hills,
• Minado, Morris Plains • Ming II, Morristown • Nikko, Whippany • Origin
973-218-0001; Bloomingdale’s, Short Hills, 973-548-2200;
Thai II, Morristown • Saigon House, East Hanover • Shanghai Jazz, Madison FRENCH: The Grand Café, Morristown • Pierre’s Restaurant, Morristown • Restaurant Serenade, Chatham • Silver Spring Farm, Flanders ITALIAN: 202 Italian Bistro, Lincoln Park • Bruschetta, Fairfield • Café
Nordstrom, Short Hills, 201-457-1500; www.longchamp.com Moschino Cheap and Chic, line available at Hartly Fashions,
NaVona, Rockaway • Dante’s Ristorante, Mendham • Eccola Italian Bistro,
Westwood, 201-664-3111; Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973-467-
Parsippany • Il Capriccio, Whippany • Il Michelangelo, Boonton • Il Mondo
1500; www.moschino.com
Vecchio, Madison • La Campagna, Morristown • L’allegria, Madison • La
OLGA LYUBKINA
Strada, Randolph • Pazzo Pazzo, Morristown • Scalini Fedeli, Chatham MEXICAN: Casa Maya, Meyersville MULTIETHNIC: Metro Grille, Flanders
Tory Burch, line available at Hartly Fashions, Westwood, 201664-3111; Bloomingdale’s, Short Hills, 973-548-2200;
SEAFOOD: South City Grill, Mountain Lakes • Splash, Long Valley
Nordstrom, Short Hills, 973-467-1500; Saks Fifth Avenue,
SPANISH: Don Pepe Steak House, Pine Brook
Short Hills, 973-376-7000; www.toryburch.com MORRIS
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almost-springtime spirit with a PREGROUNDHOG DAY celebration, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Museum of Early Trades and Crafts in Madison, featuring a variety of groundhog-themed activities for children ages 2 to 6. Admission: $3. Call 973-377-2982, ext. 12, or visit www.metc.org for more information. February 7 — Witness dramatic
and death-defying acts performed by amazing athletes and acrobats at CIRQUE LE MASQUE: EVOLUTION, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Community Theatre at the Mayo Center for the Performing Arts in Morristown. Tickets: $27 to $37. Call 973539-8008 or visit www.mayo arts.org for more information. Through February 15 — Take
February 8 — Hear compositions by Rachmaninoff, Bartok and Lutoslawski at this Lyrica Chamber Music presentation, featuring pianists David Kaplan and Katia Michel, 3 p.m. at the Chatham Township Presbyterian Church. Tickets: $25 general, $20 for seniors, FREE for students. Call 973-701-1734 or visit www.lyricacm.org for more information.
973-514-1787 or visit www.ptnj.org for more information. February 15 — Tap into something sweet at a MAPLE SUGARING DEMO, 2 p.m. at the Great
ANTIQUES IN LONG VALLEY February 21 — Browse furniture, textiles, toys, china, jewelry and more from some 40 exhibitors at this 23rd annual event, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Long Valley Middle School, sponsored by Long Valley Woman’s Club Scholarship and Community Fund. Admission: $7 for adults, FREE for children accompanied by an adult. E-mail lvwcantiques@hotmail.com or visit www.lvwoman sclub.org/antiqueshow.htm for more information. 50
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Swamp Outdoor Education Center in Chatham. Visitors will learn to identify maple trees, collect sap and make syrup, and then taste different syrups at the end. Admission: $3. Call 973-326-7600 or visit www.morrisparks.net for more information. February 26 to March 22 —
See Sam Shepard’s lauded tale of two brothers when the 12 Miles West Theatre Company in Madison presents TRUE WEST, Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets: $15 to $26. Call 973-259-9187 or
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a peek at the greed and manipulation operating behind the scenes of a Maine house-cleaning service with the New Jersey premiere of Richard Dresser’s AUGUSTA, presented by the Playwrights Theatre in Madison. Performances are 3 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, with a special senior matinee on February 4 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $15 to $30. Call
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visit www.12mileswest.org for more information. February 28 and March 1 —
Peruse the wares of more than 100 exhibitors at the MORRISTOWN ARMORY ANTIQUES SHOW,
Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring American, European and Asian furniture, paintings, pottery, Victorian glass and more. Admission: $7. Call 973-927-2794 or visit www.jmkshows.com for more information.
MARCH March 6 to 21 — Prepare
for a scare when the Dover Little Theatre presents FRANKENSTEIN, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., based on the classic horror tale by Mary Shelley. Tickets: $15. Call 973-328-9202 or visit www.doverlittletheatre.org for more information. March 6 to 21 — See a classic
brought to life when the Chatham Community Players present INHERIT THE WIND, about a high school teacher jailed for teaching Darwin’s Origin of Species. Tickets: $20 for adults, $18 for children and seniors. Call 973635-7363 or visit www.chatham players.org for more information.
SAINT PATRICK’S DAY PARADE March 14 — Break out your finest greens for Morristown’s annual Irish festivities, starting at noon at the corner of South Street and James Street. FREE. Visit www.ParadeDay.com for more information.
Through March 8 — See the
Growing Stage’s production of PETITE ROUGE, a rollicking musical about a duck and her cat trying to escape the “Big Bad Gator.” Shows are Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. at the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong. Tickets: $16 for adults, $12 for children and seniors. Call 973-347-4946 or visit www.growing stage.com for more information.
March 21 — See some of our finest jazz musicians perform both classic compositions and original works when Grammy-winning trumpeter Wynton Marsalis hosts JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS, 8 p.m. at the Mayo
Center for the Performing Arts in Morristown. Tickets: $70 to $90. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org for more information.
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March 28 — Enjoy this out-of-this-world event at
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