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Have a tiny bit of time to spare and a need for a sweet treat? Only requiring a few moments to prepare and little or no cooking time, these five dessert recipes will add a sweet finish to any meal or party.
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Sticks [Disney Family]
Death by Chocolate [Allrecipes]
Chocolate Chip Pound Cake [Allrecipes]
Sweet Grilled Cheese [Food Network]
Nutella No Bake Cookies [Shugary Sweets]
Dear Residents: Join us for a Halloween Bash!
When: Wednesday, October 30th
Where: The Midrise Lobby (310 Building)
Time: 4-6 p.m.
We have party games, balloon animals, tricks and treats, face painting and Halloween eats! Prizes for the best costumes!
Hope to see you all there!
City Place is a popular Edgewater spot for shopping and dining. Need to enhance your personal style? Give yourself a wardrobe makeover with all of the latest fashions at Chico’s, Express, Gap, Guess, Anthropologie, Banana Republic or Ann Taylor Loft. Stop in at Pier One Imports to find spectacular house wares and décor if you’re looking to spruce up your living space. If your adventure makes you hungry, head to Chipotle Mexican Grill, Panera Bread, Flemings Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Baumbart’s or Greek Taverna. And save room for a luscious dessert at Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shoppe.
City Place
225 River Road
Edgewater, NJ
http://www.cityplacenj.com/shopping2.htm
The classic diner gets turned up a notch at the Candlewyck Diner. Located at the corner of Hackensack Street and Patterson Avenue, the Candlewyck recently went through a renovation and the place looks great! You’ll like the homey décor, with a fireplace, nice tables and plush booth seating. Regulars like to talk up the service, which seems to get better every time you come back. And everything on the menu is good because only high quality ingredients are used. Free range meats, the freshest seafood and local dairy and produce products are combined by the Candlewyck’s chef to bring you what is referred to as “Fine Diner Food.” Make sure to check out the daily blue plate specials, always a delicious bargain. The house-made soups, salads, sandwiches and platters are all good as well. It’s a great spot to bring the family!
Candlewyck Diner
179 Paterson Avenue
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
(201) 933-4446
http://www.yelp.com/biz/candlewyck-diner-east-rutherford
No tour of state capitals would be complete without a visit to Springfield! Illinois's capital, as you might have guessed, features lots and lots on the life of Lincoln. But there's more to see and do! Here are some top destinations if you're planning a visit:
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
Explore the life and legacy of the man who many call America's greatest president. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except on Holidays. Make sure you make a stop at Lincoln's Tomb located just a few miles away.
Dana-Thomas House
Head over to the Dana-Thomas House designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1902. Take a tour through the house to see a bowling alley, wine cellar, string quartet band lofts, beautiful stained glass, and more. Explore the 35 room house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday.
D'arcy's Pint
Relax with an authentic Irish meal after a day of site seeing. The warm and cozy environment is perfect for enjoying a pint of beer and some traditional bar food. Make sure your try the "horseshoe," a Springfield classic made with Texas toast, your choice of protein (hamburger, chicken, bacon, turkey, etc.) then topped with fries and homemade cheese sauce.
Pizza is a serious business, especially when one city lays claim to another’s tradition. Despite the difference in geography Hackensack’s own Brooklyn’s Brick Oven Pizzeria is indeed the real deal. Like a slice straight from New York City Brooklyn’s Brick Oven serves up some of the best pizza going. We’re talking fresh everything, from mozzarella, tomatoes, toppings, to the handmade dough. Personal pizzas are great for lunch and are available in both white and traditional varieties. Extra toppings are just a dollar each and they include such indulgences as ricotta cheese, black olives, onions, green peppers, and even anchovies for you folk who can’t get enough of them. In addition to pizza, Brooklyn’s Brick Oven also features such pizza shop staples as calzones, Strombolis, and even ravioli, which comes with complimentary bread sticks. There’s a good selection of appetizers too, including antipasto, stuffed zucchini, and a mozzarella and tomato salad. Doughy, cheesy goodness awaits you at Brooklyn’s Brick Oven.
Brooklyn's Brick Oven Pizzeria
161 Hackensack Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 342-2727
http://www.yelp.com/biz/brooklyns-brick-oven-pizzeria-hackensack
Go where the locals go at the New Park Tavern. Located across from the Rutherford campus of Felician College, the New Park Tavern is a hidden gem in the area. It’s the kind of place where you can meet up with friends to hang out and watch the big game, or come back with family to enjoy a meal. Come after work or on the weekends and hang out with friends at the bar, where you can enjoy a cold beer on tap, a glass of wine or a prepared drink. Or grab a seat to share a pizza, which many regulars claim is the best in town. Not in the mood for pizza? The menu features lots of soup, salad, sandwich, pasta and entrée options. Test out your singing voice on Saturdays — Karaoke Night!
The New Park Tavern
250 Park Avenue
Rutherford, NJ 07070
(201) 939-9445
http://www.yelp.com/biz/park-tavern-and-restaurant-rutherford
When you want to escape the cares of the day and see the latest popular movies, head to Edgewater Multiplex Cinemas. With a multitude of screens and a plethora of movies to choose from, you’re sure to find something to please the pickiest taste, whether you like sci-fi fantasy, cerebral dramas, or blockbuster action movies. Comfy seats, plenty of legroom, easy parking, and a tasty concession stand that offers popcorn, soft drinks, ice cream, candy and more, are some of the perks of this theatre. Every screen features digital cinema with Sony 4k projectors and Dolby stereo sound. They also offer assistance devices people with hearing and sight impairments. Visit the Edgewater Multiplex Cinemas website for special features like Monday’s Silver Screen Classics, Bargain Tuesdays, and Senior Wednesdays.
Edgewater Multiplex Cinemas
339 River Road
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 840-0699
http://www.showcasecinemas.com/theatre/edgewater/nj/edgewater-multiplex-cinemas
http://www.yelp.com/biz/edgewater-multiplex-cinemas-edgewater
River Thai Food is a favorite dining spot for speedy service, tasty authentic Thai cuisine and friendly service. The small number of tables at this Edgewater Thai restaurant makes for a cozy meal dining-in, but also encourages take-out. Start out your meal with a tasty appetizer like Crispy Tofu, Steamed Veggie Dumplings, Chicken Satay Skewers, or Crispy Calamari. Glass Noodle Salad and Duck Salad with green apple, pineapple & cashews are also on the menu. Entrees all come with your choice of protein – choose from tofu, chicken, beef, shrimp, pork or mixed seafood. Pad Thai is favorite noodle dish, as is Pad Kee Mao, also known as Drunken Noodles. Panang Curry is a spicy mixture of string beans & bell pepper in a flavorful coconut curry sauce. Just a short distance from Prospect Tower, River Thai Food is open for lunch and dinner every day.
River Thai Food
24 Hilliard Avenue
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 941-5688
http://www.riverthaifood.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/river-thai-food-edgewater
Take a culinary trip around the world at Global Eats. Located across from Spring Dell, Global Eats is a cool spot to bring your own bottle of wine and enjoy a tapas-style experience. Come in and check out the cool décor, with interesting artwork on the walls and comfortable seating. There’s a bar but no booze here! You can however order some Sangria mix. Just add your own red or white wine! Enjoy yourself while going over a menu that has so many interesting appetizers; you’ll have to order a few to share with friends. In true “global” fashion, the apps hail from all culinary corners of the globe. There are some nice entrée options as well. Mix in the terrific service, and you’ve found yourself a new place for lunch or dinner.
Global Eats
16 Glen Road
Rutherford, NJ 07070
(201) 933-6373
http://www.yelp.com/biz/fabulous-appetizers-rutherford
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