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Just Grapes Lounge: Small Plates, Artisan Pizzas, and Great Wine

May 22, 2014 by

Actually, Just Grapes Lounge is about more than just grapes.

In addition to a flavorful roster of wine, they have some great artisan brewed beers and tasty tapas dishes. It’s a great place for a romantic date or to meet up with friends. The expansive list of varietals from around the globe includes zinfandel, riesling, malbec, sauvignon blanc, cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, and chardonnay.

If you'd like to pair your glass of wine with some delightful food, you can order some tapas dishes to share at the table. Options include smoked mozzarella and asparagus ravioli, chorizo and onion with romanesco sauce, spicy mussels, and shrimp and chorizo scampi. Artisan pizzas are also served, as is a yummy assortment of desserts, like strawberry and cream crepe flambe.

Visit the Just Grapes website to learn more!

Just Grapes Lounge
213 US Highway 46
Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
(201) 773-3998
www.justgrapeslounge.com
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Healthy Eating 101: What Are Empty Calories?

May 14, 2014 by

Counting calories is important for losing weight or maintaining your current weight, but you also need to understand how calories work. Calories are not the same thing as empty calories, and these informative facts from the USDA will show you why.

What are empty calories?
Empty calories are calories that come from solid fats and added sugars. These calories add virtually no nutrients to your food, making them unnecessary and harmful if they're consumed in excess.

What are some foods that contain empty calories?
Foods with empty calories include desserts like cake, cookies, pastries, and donuts, sugary beverages like sodas or fruit drinks, many types of cheeses, and meats like sausage, hot dogs, bacon and ribs. Today, there are healthier versions of many of these foods that contain fewer or no empty calories.

How many empty calories can I have?
The number varies from person to person, and it depends on things like gender, age, weight and level of physical activity. As a general rule, adult women can have anywhere from 120 to 260 empty calories per day, while adult men can have 260 to 330 per day. That number is lower for small children.

For more information about empty calories and how to enjoy them in moderation, visit the USDA website.

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Ice Cream Charlie’s: Old Fashioned Deliciousness

May 8, 2014 by

Homemade frozen goodness is right around the corner, at Ice Cream Charlie’s. Located on Park Avenue just down the street from Lincoln Park, Ice Cream Charlie’s is the place to go to get the freshest and most flavorful ice cream, frozen yogurts and Italian ices. This is where you get the good stuff! The lines can get long but don’t worry because the friendly staff keeps everything moving briskly. The store will remind you of that old fashioned ice cream parlor of your dreams. There’s always a good selection of ice cream flavors, so you might just have a hard time choosing! Luckily, you can get a cone or cup to suit your appetite, be it a child’s size or a three-scoop large. Having a special occasion? Get a great ice cream cake!

Ice Cream Charlie’s
200 Park Ave
Rutherford, NJ 07070
(201) 939-8133
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ice-cream-charlies-rutherford-2

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Regina’s Steakhouse and Grill: Grilled Steaks and More

May 1, 2014 by

Like the name says, Regina's Steakhouse and Grill specializes in steaks and burgers grilled to perfection and paired with the freshest toppings. Offering a more sophisticated interior than your typical steak house, Regina’s offers diners a cozy environment perfect for business dinner, family get-togethers, or date nights. The menu is sure to impress all who enter Regina’s. Think your classic steakhouse fare with an upscale twist. The prix fixe menu offers a sampler of sorts to be shared for just $53. This is probably the best way to sample most of Regina’s great Hors d’oeuvres. They include tuna tartare, mini crab cakes, and oysters Rockefeller. Main courses include prime cut steaks, whole fish as well as filets, along Regina’s specialties. These include sesame ahi tuna, slow roasted duck, and blackened swordfish with two-potato hash. For dessert Regina’s evens offers party and catering menus. Wow your friends and loved ones with gourmet Hors d’oeuvres as well a nicely stocked buffet of delicious items.

Regina's Steakhouse and Grill
827 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
(201) 862-1996
http://www.yelp.com/biz/reginas-steak-house-and-grill-teaneck

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Clove Indian Cuisine: The Spice of Life

April 24, 2014 by

Great Indian food is all about the spice, and that’s what you’ll find at Clove Indian Cuisine. Located in the Memorial Park neighborhood, Clove Indian Cuisine features classic food that is every bit as appetizing to the eyes as it is to the palate. The experience begins when you walk into the dining area and see a classically designed area, with white tablecloths on the tables. Come for lunch and check out the always popular buffet, with great food at a really good price. And for dinner, you will find something from the choices of clay oven specialties, along with meat and vegetarian entrees. Worried about too much spice? Your server will make sure that everything is cooked to your specifications. Complement your meal with a tasty Indian Lassi! And relax – you won’t be rushed here, so enjoy!

Clove Indian Cuisine
51 Route 17 S
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
(201) 939-4900
http://www.yelp.com/biz/clove-indian-cuisine-east-rutherford

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5 of the Best Uses for Day-Old Bread

April 17, 2014 by

Eating bread before it gets stale can be tricky. If you’ve got a surplus of hard, days-old remains on your hands, here are a few ways to ensure your bread doesn't go to waste:

  1. Make a crostini. One way to maximize your stale bread is to act like you wanted it to be hard and crispy in the first place. Toss the bread in the oven on 325°, then top with your favorite bruschetta, cheeses, meats, or spreads.
  2. Top your French onion soup. French onion soup just wouldn’t be the same without the crunchy croutons smothered in gooey cheese. Roughly chop your stale bread and add a few pieces on top of the soup before you melt the cheese topping.
  3. Try out a bread salad. No, this isn’t a ploy to make salad more delicious (and less healthy). Bread salad, also known as “panzanella,” can be topped with sliced tomatoes, artichokes, grilled chicken, and your favorite Italian dressing to create a rustic, hearty meal.
  4. Make a grilled cheese. It may seem counter-intuitive to attempt to use your day-old bread for a sandwich, but lucky for you, grilled cheese and panini are supposed to be crispy anyway.
  5. Give it to the birds. If all else fails, break the bread up into bird-sized crumbs and you’ll make the avian community in your neighborhood very happy campers.

What to Do With Stale Bread [Real Simple]
17 Uses for Stale Bread [Wise Bread]
The 10 Best Things to Do With Stale Bread [First We Feast]
Recipes for Stale Bread [Saveur]

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Garreston Forge and Farm: New Jersey History

April 10, 2014 by

Escape from the hustle and bustle and travel back in time to a more serene era at Garreston Forge and Farm. The Pre-Revolutionary sandstone home is the jewel in the crown of Bergen County’s historical sites. The Garretson homestead was once an extensive tract extending from the Passaic to the Saddle River and was originally settled by the Garretson family in 1719, after which, six generations made it their home.

Today the farm contains the Dutch farm museum and also sponsors and promotes educational programs that involve local history and folklore, as well as colonial agriculture, horticulture, crafts and archeology. Visit the gardens to explore over 50 varieties of medicinal and culinary herbs, butterfly gardens, fruit orchards and native plants and flowers.

Garreston Forge and Farm
4-02 River Rd
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 797-1775
www.garretsonfarm.org
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Mangia: Italian Cuisine in Edgewater, New Jersey

April 3, 2014 by

If you're in the mood for Italian food, Edgewater's Mangia is one popular local destination. A charming décor with red-checked tablecloths, romantic lighting and crimson walls adds to the appeal of this quaint eatery not far from Prospect Tower. Start off your repast with an antipasto like Tomato Bruschetta, Eggplant Rollatini, Stuffed Artichoke, or Seafood Salad. Move on to a tasty pasta dish such as Fettuccini Alfredo, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Penne Vodka or Four Cheese Ravioli. House specials include Pork Chop Milanese, Shrimp Fra Diavolo, Tilapia Francese, Chicken Parmesan and Eggplant Parmigiana. A flavorful selection of panini sandwiches is also on the menu, as are entrée salads and some tempting desserts. Mangia is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Mangia
276 Old River Road
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-3334
http://www.mangiaedgewater.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/mangia-italian-trattoria-edgewater

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Fleming’s Prime: An Edgewater Steak House

March 27, 2014 by

Stellar food, an elegant ambiance and attentive service have won Fleming’s Prime a host of fans across the country, and the Edgewater outlet remains popular with local diners. Fleming's is known for excellent steaks and prime rib, so beef eaters will definitely want to put a visit to this eatery on their to-do list. Settle in to a table with lovely views of the Hudson River and order up one of their 100 wines available by the glass. Appetizers include Baked Brie, Pan Crisped Pork Belly, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and Sweet Chile Calamari. Entrees feature sumptuous fare like Porcini Rubbed Filet Mignon, Prime Ribeye, Double Thick Pork Chop, Broiled Pacific Swordfish, and Colossal Shrimp Skewers. Stop in on Sunday for their Prime Rib Dinner, served with salad, side dish and dessert. Open every day for dinner.

Fleming's Prime
90 The Promenade
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 313-9463
http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/locations/nj/edgewater
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4 Unique Dishes to Take to Your Next Potluck

March 20, 2014 by

A potluck dinner is a fun way to experience a wide variety of different cooking styles, inviting every guest to bring a covered dish to contribute to the meal. Whether you’re tired of your usual potluck recipes or you’ve never brought a dish to a party before, don’t sweat it. If you’re invited to an upcoming potluck but don’t know what to bring, these four recipes will help make your dish a hit.

Caramelized Onion and Bacon Tart [Oprah.com]

Best Broccoli Salad [Mr. Food Test Kitchen]

Make-and-Take Potluck Dishes [Chow]

Old Fashioned Pineapple Upside-Down Cake [All Recipes]

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