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You’re disappointed and defeated. You may even be wondering if real lifestyle change is even possible.

“We really can change behavior,” as-serts lifestyle change expert, Dr. Howard Rankin, creator of www.scienceofyou.com, and founder of The American Brain Asso-ciation. “Problem is, most people try to do it through sheer willpower alone, and that won’t work. Without a more comprehen-sive strategy in place, you’re just setting yourself up for failure,” he says.

Dr. Rankin has identified five tried-and-true keys to behavior change:

STOkE YOuR MOTIvATIONMost of us are in the habit of beating

ourselves up if we lack motivation. Some-how, we think we’ve failed if we just can’t muster the energy to go to the gym or to

pay the stack of bills that’s accumulated. But that’s normal. Motivation isn’t static; it ebbs and flows just like the tide. The key is to develop ways of keeping motivation at the forefront of your mind enough of the time to make a difference.

“People don’t realize that motivation is about emotion and passion, says Dr. Rankin. “It’s the why that’s going to influ-ence your actions,” he says.

Dr. Rankin suggests coming up with a mantra that captures your why (for example, ‘Fit at Fifty, Free at Sixty’) and visualizing both what you don’t want (you eating junk food and having a heart attack) and what you do want (you exercising and enjoying an outing with your family). In most instances, he points out, it’s a fear of loss and negative consequences that kick-starts motivation the hardest.

Keeping New Year’s Resolutions Alive By Dottie DeHart

New year’s resolutions are fast becoming a joke. We all make them, but how many of us actually keep them? if you’re like most americans, you vowed that you’ll lose weight, spend more time with your family, get your finances under control, or start working out. But by march, nothing’s really changed…

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FIND A WAY TO SELF-MONITOR

A great deal of human behavior is done on autopilot — so if you want something to change, you’ll have to pay attention to your own behavior and experience. The more you’re aware of what you’re doing, the more you can control it.

“You have to find ways of monitoring yourself,” Dr. Rankin asserts. “Most people write down their behavior patterns, but you might just as effectively talk into a recorder. Not only does keeping a record help you pay attention to what you’re do-ing, it allows for subsequent analysis that will help you understand what prompts your behavior, and any patterns it might fall into.”

Dr. Rankin suggests recording every instance of a successful or unsuccessful

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behavior in the first week. Thereafter, pick one day a week for self-monitoring.

HONE YOuR SELF-CONTROL SkILLS

While willpower goes only so far without good habits to bolster it, it’s still an important part of the lifestyle change equation. Self-control is a critical skill when changing a behavior.

“There are two broad approaches to managing temptation,” he explains. “The first is avoidance. But that’s not always possible. A better strategy is to confront your temptation and develop a way to deal with it. Visualization is a valuable tool be-cause it allows you to ‘practice’ your self-control without being exposed to real-life dangers and pitfalls. On a daily basis 21

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Once we get what we want — the shining star — we want more. He begins to seem ordinary, not because he has changed, but because he hasn’t. We decide he should twinkle from more angles or change colors now and then.

You have to decide if you want to keep trying to satisfy your insatiable ego or satisfy your heart.

Keep in mind that what you don’t appre-ciate has a way of slipping through your fingers. Remember the opportunities you took for granted, or the friend you thought would always be there? They’re gone.

“Women complain, men leave,” says Noelle C. Nelson, Ph.D., author of “Your Man Is Wonderful.”

If you’re thinking that nothing could drive your man away, you might ask yourself if he’s still there emotionally. As Nelson explains, they don’t necessarily leave physically. Women tend to speak up loudly about what’s wrong; men tend to simply bow out.

That probably brings to mind those times he’s walked away in the middle of an argument.

You know from your own experience that men don’t like to ask for help — they don’t even want to ask for directions.

Neither do they like to fall short of what you want, let alone of what you expect. And when they do, they often withdraw. That doesn’t mean they won’t get back on the horse, but be careful of beating them up regularly. It doesn’t work.

If you notice what’s positive — he works hard, plays with the kids or cooks for you — and say thank you, he’ll think he has a shot at pleasing you. He wants to please you, but when it feels he can’t, he’s apt to leave. And what you really want is his presence.

You want him to see you, hear you, un-derstand you and back you up. You want him to care. Give him what you want.

Shift your focus to what you can appreci-ate. And when you can’t seem to appreciate what he appreciates, try to understand it.

Give your sweetheart the benefit of the doubt. Assume that he has a viable view-point. When you don’t get it, ask questions instead of making accusations or fueling your resentment. Act like you’re on the same team with the same goals.

Then when you have a suggestion, you can present it in a constructive way. And he will receive it.

When you give your attention to what you are grateful for, you nurture it. You

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you need to imagine yourself successfully resisting difficult situations.”

“If temptation occurs when you’re not seeking it out, resist it,” says Dr. Rankin. “Walk away. Leave the building. Go to the restroom. Make a phone call!”

IDENTIFY AND MANAGE “BACkSLIDING” RED FLAGS

You may have noticed: Your moods, outlooks, and attitudes tend to change almost constantly — and they play an important part in the decisions we make and the way we behave. Many people are more prone to make unhealthy decisions, give in to temptation when they’re tired, stressed, or angry.

To help you identify and then man-age self-destructive states, ask yourself what moods, physical states (e.g., pain, fatigue), people, places, and times of day are associated with self-destructive states. Then brainstorm how you can avoid

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TAkE A HARD LOOk AT THE “OTHER PEOPLE” FACTOROthers have a huge influence over our

behavior, so you’ll have to factor in other people when going after your resolution-keeping goals.

“As much as possible, avoid people who aren’t acting the way you want to act and seek out those who have the same health and life goals as you,” Dr. Rankin advises. “I’m a big advocate of support groups, because they are very effective agents of change. They give you helpful informa-tion, hold you accountable, and make sure you stay connected to your motivation,” he adds.

If you take one resolution at a time and build behavior change slowly, you’ll be amazed at how much healthier your life will become. ∆

also help to make the relationship feel safe, safe enough to open up emotionally rather than withdrawing. Then the star begins to twinkle, twinkle, twinkle.

Perhaps the most ordinary thing about

him — and you — is his sensitivity to rejec-tion. Don’t fall into the trap of trying to feed your ego by shooting holes in his. Get involved on a deeper level and feed each other’s spirits. Shine together! ∆

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Here are five ways to prevent your teenagers from falling to such temptation, assuring that they are attending school to learn rather than to learn how to cheat.

CHECk YOuR CHILD’S HOMEWORk EvERY NIGHT

This advice may sound a little intense and age inappropriate by the time your child is in high school, but how else can parents truly know what their teenager are doing at school and what he/she is actu-ally learning? A good sign that a teenager is cheating is the absence of substantive work. Naturally, teenagers can claim that they didn’t have any homework, and while such a claim is possible, it is highly unlikely night after night. When students do not ever open textbooks or complete

assignments from them, the parents should also be suspicious. Yes, teachers can give materials online or as attachments (and increasingly do so in this cyberage), but again the students should be able to show concretely how they have completed those assignments too.

CREATE A DEvICE-FREE zONE OF AT LEAST AN HOuR A DAY FOR

STuDYINGThis approach is particularly important

to take during summer vacations and holidays. Most teenagers are so addicted to the Internet that their lives seem bar-ren without being able to text message a friend or to check online constantly about anything or everything. Yes, students can multitask, but can they unitask with the

Five Tips To Curb Your Child’s Cheating

WaysBy Dr. Michael Hartnett

As technology has evolved to provide a vast wealth of information at anytime, anywhere, cheating has never been easier. From classmates receiving completed homework via a mass email to answers popping up on i-phones during a test, cheating has become as simple as text messaging.


intense concentration that is often required to do an assignment well? Any hour a day by themselves without connections to cy-berspace or to their friends is an hour of studying and learning they have devoid of cheating. It gives a great opportunity to improve their concentration skills without distractions, so necessary to achieve well on standardized tests like the SAT and to be better prepared for the demands of college and the workplace.

Indeed an argument teenagers will make is that they need the internet/computer to complete whatever assignment is in front of them. Unfortunately, they are often right, especially given the fact that they will type up many of their assignments, so much so that a laptop almost becomes an appendage of the student. However, teenagers also greatly exaggerate their need for the computer and if you hold firm and fast to the one-hour rule, students will easily be able to fill that time with studying and still have enough time with use their various electronic devices to complete their assignments. In fact, they are more likely to allocate their time efficiently rather than dawdling in text-chats with their friends because they need to use the computer more as a workstation tool than an enter-tainment and social center.

GIvE YOuR TEENAGERS PRACTICE TESTS THE DAY BEFORE AN ExAM

If you know what they are studying and see from what materials they are studying, then you can determine whether they are truly engaged in the learning process. If their materials are sparse and generated from websites, then you know they are either cheating or performing poorly.

TALk TO YOuR TEENAGERS HONESTLY AND REALISTICALLY

ABOuT CHEATINGThat means you cannot be too self-

righteous or judgmental about cheating. Acknowledge that cheating is prevalent, and understand that you are asking for your teenagers to be exceptional instead of conforming to a pervasive cheating

culture. In other words, you will have to address some hard questions that every red-blooded American teenager will ask: “Mom and Dad, if I’m getting good grades and succeeding in school, what does it matter if I cheat? I’m learning how to suc-ceed and thrive and isn’t that what school and life really about?” These questions become particularly challenging when your teenagers complain about learning subject material far removed from career interests: “How is reading Hamlet going to help me become a mechanical engineer?” Unfortunately, a cerebral response about developing critical thinking and analyti-cal skills probably won’t cut it with your teenagers. Your best bet may well be to explain how skills in diverse fields make someone more adaptable and marketable. Explain how mental conditioning is similar to physical conditioning in that exercising the areas you are least interested in can increase strength and confidence overall, since by eliminating weaknesses.

Will your teenagers embrace this argu-ment? Probably not, but at least they’ll better understand why you are committed to their learning rather than their cheating, why you are checking their homework every night, why you are taking away their computer an hour a night, and why you are giving them practice tests.

AvOID CLICHéSDo not tell your teenagers “You know if

you cheat, you are only cheating yourself.” That’s a pretty abstract notion and when teenagers are getting A’s cheating, then the cliché seems even more obtuse. And I wouldn’t try “Cheaters never prosper.” The truth is they do prosper. Cheaters may be ignorant and morally corrupt, but your sons and daughters have seen too many do well in school.

However, most teenagers buy the argu-ment that cheating will only get them so far. Ultimately, you have your own tough question to ask them: “What knowledge and skills will you have after you’re done cheating away your high school years?” ∆

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what you can get for your current house. Be realistic, if not conservative. When you go through this type of analysis, enlist the help of an experienced local real estate agent. And take a careful look at recent sales of comparable properties.

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“The colors designers have chosen for the spring season present an interesting marriage of unexpected warm and cool tones,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute.

“By cleverly combining complementary colors they have created a striking intensity in the palette. These unique color combi-nations make it possible for consumers to pair existing pieces in colors traditionally associated with fall with new favorites to punch up springtime wardrobes.”

Eiseman notes that designers have taken their color cues for spring from exotic destinations like Africa, India, Peru and Turkey to satisfy a consumer’s need to es-cape everyday challenges with intriguing color combinations that transport them to foreign lands.

“The exotic locales of Marrakech and Morocco that inspired the bohemian influ-ences of Yves Saint Laurent in the ‘70s,” says Ken Downing, fashion director of Nei-man Marcus. “Hot corals and deep pinks punctuated with brilliant blues ignite the carefree spirit of the coming season.”

And what is THE color of the new year?

Pantone has named it “Honeysuckle.” “Flirtatious Honeysuckle is a feel-good

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And you can expect to see this hot pink showing up not only in eye-catching ap-parel for men and women. How about a new pink tie for your “honey” or a new pashmina scarf for yourself? Consider making the intense color part of your wedding plans. You can find “Honey-suckle” wedding attendant apparel and accessories at Dessy, a manufacturer of bridesmaid, social occasion and flower girl dresses.

You’ll even see the striking color in home accessories — patterned pillows, bedspreads, small appliances and tabletop accessories. And if you’re looking for an inexpensive way to perk up your living spaces, why not use the energetic color to brighten up a wall in your kitchen or hallway? This spring, it’s time to smell the honeysuckle and think pink! ∆

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This spring it’s all about color. Wake up to hot pink. chill out to cool coral.

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Put some romance into your wardrobe. Start by softening up:

WITH FLIRTY DRESSESThe florals are flourishing this spring

in watercolor palettes and neon brights. Artistic graphic prints are one of the newest ways designers have brushed up on romantic dresses, which gives them a decidedly vintage flair.

WITH BOW BLOuSESWhether you wear one by itself with

a pair of soft trousers or layer it under a menswear suit, the silky blouses with statement-making bows are your best bet.

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This season, you’ll have lots of fun footwear to spend your cash on, but just remember that no matter how beautiful the shoes look, if they aren’t comfortable, don’t buy them — unless you want to leave them on the shelf in your closet and just look at them.

Here are the best new shoe trends to step out in this spring and summer:

GET YOuR GROOvE ONWith the ‘70s making their way back

onto the fashion runways, it’s no surprise that the shoes would follow. Look for retro styles with big-bottom wedges in straw, wood and cork to lift you higher and higher.

Go for the clunky heel, such as in glit-tering gold at Stuart Weitzman (www.stuartweitzman.com). But if you’re not into the distinct possibility of twisting an ankle, there are lots of wedge sandals with lower heels that might do just fine. Check out the

sleek metallic ones from Kate Spade (www.katespade.com).

COLOR YOuR SHOE WORLDEye-popping color is at your feet this

spring. In bright multi-colors or all-over saturated hues, one pair of these playful shoes is all you need to turn heads and get noticed. At Dior, Gucci and Prada, some of the newest technicolor shoes are artful masterpieces. These are shoes you can hang on the walls of your closet!

BE A LADYSlingbacks, anyone? Yes, they are just

the opposite of the chunky shoe trends, but there comes a time when you may want to dress up a little and go for more of a re-fined, glamorous look. Kitten-heel heights with pointy toes are favorites of first lady Michelle Obama. When they sparkle with jewels, they’re even more festive (www.jimmychoo.com).

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GET ON YOuR PLATFORMThis spring, you will find many pumps

with much more personality than those trusty little black ones you’ve bought every year for the past decade. Instead, how about switching to a pair of platform pumps in a whimsical animal print or in sophisticated and gorgeous turquoise suede from Jessica Simpson? (www.jes-sicasimpsoncollection.com)

THINk PREPPYAnother comfy shoe option — the espa-

drille — is making its way back into our footwear favorites for spring and summer. And these espadrilles are anything but basic and boring. Check out the glitzy ones at Express or the bright florals by Etienne Aigner at Macy’s. These new versions are perfect to wear with cropped jeans or casual dresses.

LOOk FOR STuDSThe past year’s gladiator sandals are still

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Outdoor Kitchens

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By Gretchen Mckay

Today’s outdoor kitchen is often as nice as the one inside, with every imaginable appliance and creature comfort. they’re also getting bigger, with defined spaces not just for cooking and eating but also separate “rooms” for socializing with family and friends.

It’s still built around a grill, of course. But refrigerators increasingly are part of the outdoor culinary landscape, along with icemakers, warming trays and artisan pizza ovens. Elaborate ventilation sys-tems control grease and keep smoke from perfuming the air. For people who like to socialize, there’s also an array of beverage

coolers and drink accessories.Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet offers a

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storing vodka and other liquors.For high-end kitchens, the story often

begins with a top-of-the-line grill. Kalama-zoo’s 900 series hybrid cooks with charcoal, wood and gas through a unique drawer system and can sear at temperatures up to 800 degrees. It also sells a wok-ready cooktop that delivers 32,000 Btus of cook-ing power.

Wolf, Thermador, Dacor and Viking also offer high-performance grills, along with Lynx, whose largest grill measures a whopping 54 inches. Weber’s juggernaut S-650 is a little more affordable, but still boasts six stainless-steel burners, a flush-mounted side burner, a dedicated smoker and an infra-red rear-mounted rotisserie for cooking entire chickens, turkeys and large cuts of meat.

A bit more unusual is Hammacher

Schlemmer ’s electric indoor/outdoor teppanyaki grill. Mounted on a wheeled, stainless-steel cart, it makes pancakes for breakfast as easy as filet mignon and lobster tails for company. It comes with a pull-out hornbeam cutting board for chopping vegetables and an integrated knife block.

It wouldn’t be a kitchen without plenty of counter space on which to slice and dice and salt and pepper. The most popu-lar choices include natural stone such as granite and quartz, which are impervious to the weather. Another option is cast concrete, which is easy to maintain and can be colored and customized to any shape or size.

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TRADING SPACES — From Pg. 31

sits on a stucco base (10 colors) and holds a four-burner grill and stainless-steel refrigerator; the tile countertop comes in five colors.

Entertaining can be messy, so acces-sories that allow quick clean-up also are appearing in showrooms. DCS’s Liberty combo grill pairs two 17,000-Btu burners with a sink. To extend the outdoor room’s life through three seasons, there are also a variety of patio and tabletop heaters (gas, electric and propane). And they don’t have to be the stainless-steel models you find on restaurant patios. Sumatra electric patio heaters from Improvements look like decorative table and floor lamps. All Backyard Fun has an 8-foot-tall copper patio heater shaped like a palm tree that pumps out 40,000 Btus. For the dog days

of summer, it comes equipped with a misting system.

Fireplaces and fire pits are another must-have in the well-equipped outdoor room, either custom designed or of the modular variety. And don’t forget about theater systems. Amazon.com sells a LCD projec-tor with a pair of portable speakers and a 72-inch inflatable screen that takes just five minutes to inflate. For more permanent entertaining, Hammacher Schlemmer of-fers a 32-inch weather-resistant outdoor HD TV with an anti-reflective screen and all-weather exterior that repels insects, rain and dirt. Frontgate’s television sets come with 23-, 32-, 46- and 55-inch screens.

Arbors and gazebos often shelter sepa-rate grilling, dining and entertainment areas. ∆

in head-to-toe white or mix them with creamy tans.

WITH jEWELRYCharms are charming this spring, espe-

cially when hanging from a jeweled neck-lace. Sparkling pendants are also a great way to soften up your spring image.

WITH STRAPPY SANDALSThe stiletto is back in bold colors and

glamorous embellishments. Sky-high heels

are not necessary, unless you are not step-ping outside the house.

With polished lipsRed lips are always romantic, but this

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WITH TOuSLED HAIRSoft and romantic hair is long and loose

and set off by center parts. Chic updos and twisted chignons are also making a style statement. ∆

THE NEW ROMANTICS — From Pg. 39

nance. A smaller home could save money on every front, so to make an informed decision, you need to really understand these numbers.

As an example, if you’re currently spending $3,000 a month on your house, and a smaller house would cut that by $200, it’s probably not worth your while, especially given the cost of selling and moving (see next bullet). But if you could lower your housing expense by $1,000 a month, that’s money you could start put-ting in the bank.

WHAT COSTS WILL YOu INCuR BY SELLING AND MOvING?

It’s expensive to sell a home and buy a new one. You’ll incur brokerage commis-sions on the sale of your existing house (typically 6 percent; on a $400,000 house, that’s $24,000).

You may also have to pay a transfer tax on the sale. And if you have significant equity, you might have to pay a capital gains tax.

And finally, don’t forget moving ex-penses. These one-time expenses could eat

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up a lot of your monthly savings, so ask yourself: Is it worth doing?

HOW MuCH HOuSE DO YOu NEED?Obviously, before you act, you need to

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There is one more subjective consider-ation: Many people find they like having less house to care for as they get older. A smaller place, a condominium or even a rental may free you to spend more time on other things you love!

Don’t overlook renting; rentals are very sometimes favorably priced relative to home ownership.

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Like any plant, they’ll thrive in the right conditions. The trick is sizing up your indoor environment and choosing the orchids that will be happy there. Three of the best orchids for windowsill gardening are: Paphiopedilum, also called

paphs; Cattleyas, catts for short; and Phalaenopsis or phals. Among them, you’ll find colors, fragrances and sizes to fit any space.

Paphs are also known as lady slip-pers for a jutting, chin-like pouch that forms their lower flower petals.

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The white, green, yellow, red or pink blooms are shaded, striped and cov-ered with spots. These orchids bloom off and on all year with filtered light, though their flowering season is mid-fall through spring.

Catts are stunning and versatile. They’re available in every size, shape, color, fragrance and bloom time you could want. They’re also the most confusing, because they’ve been crossbred to create many hybrids. Look for names such as Brassavola, Rhynchoaelia and Epidendrum or an entirely new genus, Brassoepiden-drum. They’re all catts.

Phals, or moth orchids, have an arching flower spike covered with clouds of blooms for weeks or months at a time. They’re divided into stan-dard, novelty and mini flora varieties. The standards have large white, pink and candy-striped blooms. Novelties are the most fragrant, in colors of yel-low, orange, red and green.

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GETTING ORGANIZED — From Pg. 29

streaks. Roots should be fat and white with pale green tips. These orchids are epiphytes; they gather nutrients from air and water, not soil. They should be sold in an orchid potting mix made of bark, peat moss and Perlite. And that medium should be firm and damp to dry, not soggy. Bypass orchids sold in soil; their roots have likely been smothered or damaged.

Orchids aren’t picky about light once they’ve flowered, but light is critical before they bloom. Give them at least six hours a day. Phals and paphs are low-light orchids that prefer an east, west or shaded south window. Catts do best in brighter, south-facing spots. Use sheer curtains to filter harsh sunlight, it can burn the leaves, turning them pale green. If you don’t have any suitable windows, try a 40-watt fluorescent light. Hang it about a foot over the orchids 12 to 14 hours a day.

These plants like it 70 to 80 degrees in the daytime, 10 degrees cooler at night. If you have a winter-blooming phal, put it in the basement or outside in 55 to 60 de-gree fall air for a few nights to encourage

try it. Your Blackberry can wait 30 minutes. It’s not a long time, but it is long enough for you to regroup and figure out how to tackle the rest of your day. Even turning it on “silent” during your lunch break is OK. Literally, 30 minutes is not the end of the world; it’s liberating.

DO IT ALONENormally we don’t advise this, but if

you have something you really want to get off your plate, like scrapbooking pictures or reorganizing a file cabinet, do it alone and when no one else is home. Otherwise, you’ll be interrupted and frustrated that a 30-60-minute task takes you all day.

DO IT WITH OTHERSMany hands do make light work. Clean-

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budding. Give them all 40 percent to 80 percent humidity by setting pots in a tray filled with water and gravel. To prevent the risk of wicking excess moisture into the potting medium, be sure the pot is on the gravel, not in the water.

Overwatering is the quickest way to kill an orchid. Wait until the medium is completely dry before watering. I use 20-10-10 liquid fertilizer diluted 4-to-1 once a week to feed catts and phals, every other week with paphs. I flood clear, room-temperature water over the medium until the water runs out the bottom, and then pour the fertilizer solution. Don’t wet the foliage or crown of the plant.

A light mist of rubbing alcohol once a week will take care of any scale insects. Ordinary cinnamon will stop fungi. Just sprinkle a bit on the wet infected spots and the crown.

Orchids can be a little tricky, but giving them the ideal environment — along with a bit of time and attention — will reward you with a great show. ∆

not try to do alone. With you washing and your son rinsing, a 20-minute task can take you five minutes instead.

STOP MuLTITASkINGFive years ago, multitasking was all the

rage. Well, as popular as it was in theory, multitasking just tacks more time onto your day. Instead, focus on one task at a time. If you were trying to do three things at once, it would probably take you an extra 10 minutes for each task, resulting in 30 minutes of wasted time. However, if you concentrate on one task, you will get it done faster and more efficiently.

LEARN TO SAY NOThis one’s simple. If you don’t have the

time (or simply don’t want to give up your free time) to make posters for the ballet recital, that’s OK! You don’t have to do

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everything, and saying no is a great way to get more time back in your day.

GET OTHERS TO SAY YESYour kids and spouse are probably really

good at finding excuses to say no. First of all, say, “Would you please...” “Could you ...” triggers a thought process of “Well, I could, but I am going to make an excuse because I don’t want to.” However, the phrase “Would you please” triggers that you really need and would appreciate help. Try it.

DELEGATEWhether it’s a chore board or having

your spouse take over more errands will certainly take more tasks off your plate. Just remember to fully relinquish the task at hand. If it isn’t done exactly how you usually do it, that’s OK.

STOP PROCRASTINATINGHave a vacation in two weeks? Start

packing. Now. Does your daughter have a school project due next month? Get crack-ing. When your mind is always scrambling at the last minute, even simple tasks be-come overwhelming. If you can schedule ahead, you can avoid the overwhelmed rush that wastes all of your free time. ∆

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Here are a few tips for transporting a room from bland to beautiful with just the right upholstery.

Before you ever look at a swatch of fabric, you will need to develop an overall design for the room. Then create a floor plan that meets your design goals. For instance, if you’re working on your family room, will the configuration of furnish-ings give you conversation groupings? Allow you to see the TV? Ensure there is good traffic flow through the room? Some people frequently move furnishings to keep their spaces fresh and interesting. But I have found that there is one floor plan that typically works best for a space, so once I find it, I keep my furniture right where it is.

Often people looking for a new sofa or

chair and are overwhelmed and discour-aged. Usually, it’s because they have not yet come up with a design plan for the space and are trying to find the right furniture without really knowing what they need. That’s why it’s preferable to develop a plan for their space, breaking it down into several steps so it can be done in stages, if needed

Once you select the right piece of furni-ture for your room — one that matches the scale, style and function you’re going for — it’s time to think about upholstery fab-rics and custom finishes. If you’re not sure what sort of upholstery fabric you’d like, flip through stacks of decorating books and magazines. What types of upholstered pieces catch your eye? Start an idea file filled with examples of pieces you love.

Great Upholstery Can Transform

A Room By Mary Carol Garrity

When picking upholstery, it’s important to find the perfect combination of textiles for custom furniture so the overall look is singular and sensational.

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Ask yourself three key questions:

HOW DO YOu LIvE?The answer will help you pick out

fabric that is not only attractive, but also functional. How will you use the piece of furniture? Do you have pets and kids who will be sitting on it? Rich listens carefully as customers describe their lifestyles, then he zeros in on the fabrics that will look lovely for the long haul.

WHAT ELSE WILL BE IN THE ROOM WITH THE NEW PIECE

OF FuRNITuRE?Do you have other upholstered pieces,

rugs or window treatments you want to har-monize with your new piece of furniture? Or are you starting with a clean slate?

HOW DO YOu WANT TO FEEL WHEN YOu WALk IN THIS ROOM?

Textiles evoke emotions, so it’s impor-tant that the fabrics you pick create the right mood.

One way to customize sofas is by adding a contrasting welting. Contrasting welting really highlights the architecture of the upholstered piece and refines it. If you’ve pick a neutral, textured upholstery fabric, simply adding a contrasting welting will transform it from ho-hum to impeccable.

In my home, I’ve opted to upholster my furnishings in a mix of white and cream fabrics that are rich on texture. Then, I spark them up with a constantly changing medley of pillows. It’s amazing how the look of an entire room is changed just by a quick substitution of pillows. ∆


an unfinished room becomes a stylish dining room.

an outdated bedroom receives a serious face lift.

Interior Makeovers by Candice Olsen

Design ideas to help you transform a blah room into an amazing, modern space

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a cramped kitchen is reborn into a contemporary space.

a washed up bathroom turns into a guest oasis.

Interior Makeovers by Candice Olsen




a dated basement becomes a family clubhouse.

a kitchen with an awkward layout gets a new life.

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a cluttered basement is transformed into a multifunctional entertainment and fun space.

a boring living room becomes a vibrant family room.



Ginger Spices Up

Health By Rallie McAllister, M.D.


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The spice has long been prized for its potent anti-inflammatory and pain-re-lieving effects, but scientific evidence to support these properties was scarce. In a recent study at the Univer-sity of Georgia, researchers confirmed that daily ginger consumption significantly reduces muscle pain caused by exercise by 25%.

Ginger’s anti-inflamma-tory properties also work wonders in the gastroin-testinal tract. Long before commercially produced ginger ale became a popular remedy for stomach upset, ancient healers prescribed ginger tea to soothe a vari-ety of digestive symptoms, especially nausea and vom-iting.

Research suggests that

Ginger Spices Up

Health By Rallie McAllister, M.D.

Ginger does more than just add a snap of flavor to foods and beverages. For centuries, the root of the plant has been used as a remedy for a variety of illnesses ranging from the common cold to cancer.

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taking up to one gram of ginger daily is a safe and effective remedy for nausea associated with morning sickness during pregnancy. Most experts recommend using ginger only as needed to alleviate nausea during pregnancy, rather than tak-ing it on a regular basis.

Ginger is so effective at alleviating nausea that it is often used by individuals undergoing chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer.

In a government funded study of 644 cancer pa-tients at the University of Rochester Medical Center, researchers found that che-motherapy-induced nausea was reduced by 40 percent among those patients who took ginger supplements along with prescrip-


BEGIN WITH TOuGH LOvE Take a minute to think about your activ-

ity level over the past few months. Did taco chips and sloth add an extra 5 pounds? Take off your clothes and stand in front of a mirror. Don’t judge. Don’t feel guilty. This is your body. Be happy you have one. Now visualize your body as you’d like it to feel. Lighter. Stronger. Filled with joy. Relax, and smile -- you look dreamy. Know that you can grow into this new vision of yourself if you are patient, persistent and willing to scrub old habits for new ones. Make the choice to spring into action, starting today.

SET YOuR GOALSThe success of your springtime tune-up

depends on your willingness to set some specific, achievable goals. Want to run your first 5k this summer? Bicycle your first 50-miler? Stop eating red meat four days a week? Once you have one to three clear goals, you need a plan (written is best) for making it happen. Step-by-step, working alone or with support, taking ac-tion toward your goal adds confidence and success to your daily routine, and from that place, the experts say, real behavior change can happen.

Spring Tune -Up Tips By Marilynn Preston

Spring is in the air. What new change will spring of 2011 bring to your own life?

What do you need to do in the coming months to move closer to being the healthier, happier,

less stressed, person you want to be?

START A jOuRNALThat’s because it works. What you

write down isn’t nearly as important as the act of keeping track. Use your journal to stay focused on your goals, workouts,

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food choices, mood shifts, obstacles to overcome, etc. If you start now, you’ll swoon this June when you look back at April and May and see how much progress you’ve made. At the same time, allow for backsliding. Change isn’t linear, but it will happen over time if you enjoy the process and never give up.

SIGN uP FOR SOMETHING NEW. Are you tired of tennis? Down on wall-

climbing? Publicly humiliated by golf? Spring is the perfect time to come up with a new sport or activity to love, something you’ve always wanted to do but didn’t, for a million good reasons.

Life is too short to settle for workouts that are dull and uninspiring. Hula-

Spring Tune -Up Tips By Marilynn Preston

hooping is making a comeback. What about aikido? Dancing? There’s a sport for everyone. Find yours.

FIND THE TIMEEverything starts here. I’m too busy...

to go to the gym, to cook a good meal, to coach my daughter’s softball team. Not having enough time is the No. 1 excuse we give ourselves for not living the life we want. Find time! Set priorities. Get up an hour earlier. Just say a polite no to people and tasks that don’t suit your healthier lifestyle. Schedule fun, energizing activities the way you schedule car pools or client meetings. Write them down, make them happen, and don’t spend five seconds feeling guilty. ∆


The rittenhouse hotel, located only a two hour drive from the

GW Bridge, is an ideal place for a weekend getaway.

The Rittenhouse is a luxurious property on Ritten-house Square within walking distance to shopping and minutes from some of Philadelphia’s top attractions. A five-diamond hotel, part of the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World group, The Rittenhouse ranks among the best hotels in the world

Its spacious and beautifully appointed guest rooms, ranging from 450 to 600 sq. ft., are the largest in Phila-delphia. The hotel’s huge suites, equipped with full kitchens and large closets, have served as residences for Hollywood stars such as Bruce Willis and Tom Hanks. The Presidential Suite hosted George Bush Sr., Mikhail Gorbachev, and other politicians and celebrities.

But rooms and amenities are only part of what defines a great hotel. The staff is its heart and soul, and The Rittenhouse is blessed with a professional team of long

A Weekend FlingAt The

Rittenhouse Hotel In Philadelphia

By Jane and Marius Rubin

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Treasure Chest. Lobby.


time employees, working under the able hand of general manager, David Benton, a jovial British import who treats the hotel as his home and the guests as his personal friends.

If you check in on a Friday or Saturday afternoon, chances are that David will be by the reception desk offering champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, and freshly baked cookies. Children are treated to toys from a packed “treasure chest.”

Personal touches are prevalent through-out. The reception desk wall-clocks, for example, show the local time in the cities of overseas guests. Foreign guests receive a room key with their country’s flag and a welcome letter from David in their lan-guage

Take advantage of the hotel’s Adolf Bieck-er Spa and Salon, a modern, 10,000 square foot oasis that attracts hotel guests and area residents. Swim in the large heated indoor pool, work out in the modern exer-cise room overlooking Rittenhouse Square, and indulge yourself with a rejuvenating massage, a blissful body treatment, or a soothing facial.

Dine at Lacroix, the hotel restaurant, rated one of the “top in the world” by Conde Nast and Gourmet magazine. Dinner at Lacroix is a gastronomic event highlighted by a creative, ever changing menu based on seasonal ingredients. Try the lobster entree, served with avocado and black truffle terrine and white sweet potatoes, or the venison with celery root and brussel sprouts. The desserts are sub-lime, the wines are perfectly matched by the sommelier, and the service is smooth, courteous, and friendly.

Make sure to experience the Sunday Brunch at Lacroix, a celebration to eye and palate. The lavish spreads feature artisti-

Photos from Top:Lobster entree at LacroixSunday Brunch dessertsNational Museum of American Jewish HistoryPaintings at the Barnes Foundation.

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cally presented gourmet dishes, hand crafted specifically for the brunch. In the dining room there are several stations with caviar, sushi, oysters, smoked fish, creative salads, croquettes, and foie gras mousse. Hot entrees, served in the kitchen, are cooked on the spot by an army of chefs. Choices include Wagyu beef, rack of lamb, duck confit, charcuterie items, and much more. The dessert table is laden with ex-quisite mini pastries, cakes, mousses, and mouthwatering chocolate truffles, created by the hotel’s chocolatier.

If you want to leave the hotel for a few hours, the city of Philadelphia offers a mul-titude of attractions from historic colonial sites to world class museums.

Make reservations at The Barnes Foun-dation in Merion, about a half hour drive from city center, home to one of the finest collections of nineteenth and twentieth-century French paintings in the world. Located in an elegant mansion, the collec-tion showcases an extraordinary number of masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse. The galleries will close this year, and the collection will relocate to a new home on Benjamin Parkway, close to the city’s main museums. (scheduled to open in the spring of 2012).

Don’t miss the city’s newest museum, the National Museum of American Jewish History, located in a 100,000-square-foot glass building in the heart of historic Philadelphia. The museum presents an in depth retrospective of Jewish life in America, from its first documented resi-dents to today.

Also visit The Philadelphia Museum of Art (its stairs immortalized in the Rocky movie) and view their fine collection of paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, and architecture from around the world.

Complete your weekend fling with a stroll along Walnut St. where you can browse fine designer shops, and trendy boutiques.

For reservations call 215-546-9000, or visit www.rittenhousehotel.com. ∆


Travel NotesW Retreat and Spa

in Vieques island, Puerto rico

Located on the unspoiled island of Vieques, just 18 minutes by air from San Juan, the W Retreat & Spa-Vieques Island resort is a beachfront oasis of serenity and natural beauty. The 157 room property offers four dining options from acclaimed chef Alain Ducasse, a 6,000 SF state of the art spa, watersports, and palm lined pris-tine beaches. www.WVieques.com.

Nandana Resort, on Grand Bahama island

Nandana is a super-luxe private ocean-front resort in the West End of Grand Bahama Island. The fully staffed property is ideal for intimate gatherings of up to ten guests, and for couples looking for an exotic, romantic getaway in a paradise setting. A full range of activities is offered. www.nandanaresort.com.

Shangri-la hotel in Paris

Shangri-La Hotels opened its premier European hotel in Paris, near Trocadero. The luxurious 109 room property is situated in the former residence of Prince Roland Bonaparte, Napoleon’s nephew. Restored to its original glory, the hotel combines an Empire Style decor with modern technology and the finest amenities. www.shangri-la.com.

kensington tours offers Royal Wedding Packages

Kensington Tours offers several custom-izable Royal Wedding experiences which will allow visitors to witness some of the pomp and circumstance first hand. www.kensingtontours.com.

Paris’ Musé d’orsay reopens the impressionist Galleries

Following a two year renovation the Musé d’Orsay reopens its famous fifth-floor Impressionist Galleries. The entire collection of Monets, Cézannes, Renoirs and others is back on display. www.musee-orsay.fr.

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Travel NotesSt. Regis Resort Opens

in Puerto Rico

The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort is a new 483 acre resort that has opened in Puerto Rico, just 25 minutes from San Juan air-port. The resort features 139 luxurious guestrooms with ocean views and butler service, a world class spa, an 18 hole golf course, and a Jean-Georges restaurant. www.stregis.com.

airberlin launches non-Stop Service from NY to Berlin

This summer Airberlin, Germany’s sec-ond largest airline, launches four weekly, non stop flights from JFK to Berlin. In addition, Airberlin offers non-stop to Düsseldorf. The airline participates in the Oneworld Alliance. www.airberlin.com.

Proposal Packages at ireland’s Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle, Ireland’s most historic five-star castle hotel is offering a special Proposal Package, through April 30, 2011. The two night package includes cham-pagne breakfast, candlelit dinner, mas-sages, and rose petal turndown. About $615 pp. www.ashford.ie.

S.S. Antoinette, the Newest Uniworld “Super Ship”

Uniworld, the boutique river cruise company, has launched their newest and largest ship, the S.S. Antoinette. Appointed with luxurious furnishings and elegant decor, the ship embodies the spirit of Versailles Palace in Paris. It features 73 staterooms, a cinema, fine art, a heated swimming pool and more. www.uniworld.com.

Air France Features “Premium Voyager” Class

Air France has introduced a new class of service - “Premium Voyager.” Located between Business and Economy the new service features 40% more space than Economy, leg rest, reclining to 123o, and amenity kits. Available on long flights on A330, A340, and 777. www.airfrance.com.

Graffit Restaurant

Graffit is a new, trendy restaurant at 141 West 69th St. The restaurant offers modern interpretations of Spanish tapas, and artfully presented dishes that focus on shapes, colors, and flavors. Visit www.graffitrestaurant.com, or call 646-692-8762.

The Sunburnt Calf Restaurant

The Sunburnt Calf is a local eatery at 226 West 79th St. Reminiscent of a tavern in the Aus-tralian Outback, the restaurant features cre-ative Australian fare at affordable prices. The

menu includes Barramundi fish, shark, kangaroo specials, and shrimp on the barbie. www.thesunburntcalf.com, or call 646-823-9255.


nYCWar Horse Comes to Lincoln Center

War Horse, a play adapted from the Mi-chael Morpugo novel and first presented by the National Theater in London, comes to the Vivian Beaumont Theater. The show features life-size horse puppets and an ensemble of 35 actors. Previews begin on March 15. Show opens on April 14. Telecharge 212-239-6200.

Architectural Digest Home Design Show

The 2011 Architectural Digest Home Design Show will feature over 300 premium brands from furniture and lighting to kitchens and baths. The show runs from March 17-20 at pier 94 (55th Street at West Side Highway). www.archdigesthomeshow.com.

La Petite Maison Restaurant

La Petit Maison restaurant from Nice, France, has recently opened a Manhattan branch at 13 – 15 W. 54th St. (at 5th Ave.) in a former Rockefeller townhouse. The hip and elegant restaurant features superbly prepared dishes such as Provencal fish soup, striped bass with artichokes, filet of beef with pep-per sauce, truffle dishes and more. Ask for a table in the soaring lower level atrium. www.lapetitemaisonnyc.com or 212-616-9931.

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Luckyrice Festival Celebrates Asian Culinary Culture

Luckyrice culinary festival takes place at several city venues from May 2 through 8. The event includes a night market in Dumbo, a James Beard dinner, a Morimoto dinner, as well as a banquet by Daniel Boulud and Susur Lee at Restaurant Daniel. Info and tickets at www.luckyrice.com

Priscilla Queen of the Desert on Broadway

Following a successful run in Toronto, Priscilla Queen of the Desert will open at the Palace Theater on March 20. The show, based on the popular movie, features dazzling costumes, and a score of dance-floor classics. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com.

Orchid Show at the NY Botanical Garden

The Orchid Show: On Broadway at the New York Botanical Garden features thousands of dramatic orchids in theater-inspired set pieces. March 5 through April 25. www.nybg.org.

Ima Restaurant in Teaneck

The famous Ima Restaurant from Jerusalem, has recently opened at 445 Cedar Lane in Teaneck. Ima is a Kosher Middle Eastern Restaurant specializing in Israeli - Mediterranean cuisine. Their menu features salads, soups, a variety of Kubeh, stuffed vegetables, meat entrees, and vegetarian dishes. Ima also offers Shabbat specials, catering and take out. Bring your own Kosher wine and enjoy. www.imarestaurant.com. 201-357-5789/90.

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tion drugs designed to reduce vomiting. Based on their findings, the scientists con-cluded that supplemental ginger is most effective in controlling nausea when it is taken at least three days prior to receiving chemotherapy, in doses of a half-gram to one gram daily.

For cancer patients, supplemental ginger may do more than just ease nausea. Recent research at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that the spice may have potent anti-cancer properties, as well.

In laboratory studies, the scientists

found that application of ginger to ovar-ian cancer cells caused the cells to die. In a number of different ovarian cancer cell lines, ginger appeared to induce cell death at a similar or better rate than a platinum-based chemotherapy drug commonly used to treat ovarian cancer.

Although the study results are prelimi-nary, the scientists are hopeful that ginger will have similar anti-cancer effects in human trials.

The medicinal use of the spice is par-ticularly appealing because it is inexpen-sive, easy to take and well tolerated by

GINGER — From Pg. 61

BRIDE FLIGHT is a sweeping epic that follows three young Dutch wom-en who emigrate to New Zealand. On the plane trip they become friends and meet Frank, a dash-ing young man who will play a critical role in their lives. Their paths will continue to cross in the years

to come in life-altering ways.

QuEEN TO PLAY. Kevin Kline and Sandrine Bonnaire star in an inspiring drama of newly dis-covered passions and midlife triumphs. Re-alizing that she has a talent for chess, Hé-lène, a chambermaid, seeks the tutelage of a reclusive American doctor. The unlikely liaison transforms

both of their colorless lives.

Coming Attractions

Red Velvet Luxe in Ridgewood

Red Velvet Luxe, a boutique specializing in luxury watches and designer jewelry has opened at 59 E. Ridgewood Ave. in Ridgewood. Founder and President Randi Shinske leverages her more than 20 + years experience as a luxury brand executive to find the best buying opportunities on the most exclusive brands. Randi offers luxury watch and jewelry brands at 40% to 70% off retail every day — perfect for savvy consumers. 201-689-1800.

Tapestrie Opens in Englewood

A new women’s clothing store, Tap-estrie, has opened at 114 Engle Street in Englewood, next to Fleischman Furs, Party Plus Studio, and Fred Salon. Shop in casual luxury for great women’s fashions from the essential basic item to that spe-cial accent piece. Offering casual, eclectic, wearable clothing in sizes 2-16. Special ambience, free alterations, free shipping, and free parking. Make Tapestrie a “must visit.” 201-408-4910.

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most people.Ginger has an excellent safety profile

and is associated with few unwelcome side effects. Still, it’s wise to consult your physician before using it on a regular basis, especially if you’re taking other medica-tions or if you have any problems with your health.

For most healthy folks, ginger is a safe and effective remedy for nausea, stom-achaches and muscle pain. The medicinal plant is available in most health food stores in a variety of forms, including capsules, teas and powders.

If you buy commercially prepared gin-ger ale, ginger tea or ginger snap cookies, be sure to read the label. Many products contain only artificial flavors rather than real ginger.

If you want to prepare your own, you can buy fresh or dried ginger root at many supermarkets or health food stores. After washing, chopping or grinding the root, you can add it to foods or use it to make a tasty tea.

Even if you don’t need to use ginger for its medicinal properties, you can still enjoy its distinctive, delicious flavor. ∆

americanEsposito’s Park Café – 790 Anderson Ave.,

Cliffside Park, the original location of the first Villa Amalfi. the Esposito family has completely renovated the space, turning it into a modern, comfortable restaurant. the first floor features a full bar surrounded by tables and high tops. the upstairs dining room is decorated in a Mediterranean motif with a stunning wall mural of the Italian coast and impressive lighting fixtures. the menu offers a large variety of American and Italian favorites including salads, brick-oven pizza, pasta and more. this is the perfect spot for dining with friends or family. lunch Mon-Fri, Dinner Mon-Sun. Sunday Brunch. Parking on premises. 201-313-2441.

GreekTaverna Mykonos — 238 Broadway (Rt. 4E.)

Elmwood Park - the atmosphere and décor in this newly opened restaurant in reminiscent of a typical taverna. Rated ★★★ by the Record, Taverna Mykonos special-izes in Hellenic cuisine, a melting of Greek and Mediterranean influences. the menu features healthy and seasonal selections including fresh fish, the highest quality meat and sun-loving fruits and vegetables. Greek products such as cheese, olive oil, herbs and spices highlight the cuisine. the full bar offers wines from Greece and the US. On-site parking. Serving lunch and dinner. 201-703-9200. www.tavernamykonos.com.

italianAmarone Ristorate – 63 Cedar lane, tean-

eck. Rated Excellent by Zagat and in the “top 5” for Atmosphere by the Record. Amarone Ristorante is serving distinctive Northern Italian specialties such as Osso Buco, Roasted Duck and many varieties of homemade pasta. the menu also features fresh fish, poultry, and beef. Owner Nick uses the highest quality ingredients and all

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dishes are made to order. the atmosphere is warm and hospitable and prices are moderate. Full bar service, ample parking. Open for lunch Mon-Fri and dinner daily. 201-833-1897.

Café Italiano — 14 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs. the restaurant occupies the historic home of flamboyant 1920s NYC mayor, Jimmy Walker. the turn of the century architecture, combined with the fine Ital-ian cuisine makes for a memorable dining experience. the menu features great selec-tions, large portions and affordable prices. From the hot and cold appetizers, to the pastas, risottos, chicken, veal, seafood, beef and lamb entrees, you will find every item uniquely prepared and presented. End your meal with a cappuccino or sinful desert. A wine list at fair prices is now offered. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner. Available for private parties for up to 100 people. Ample Parking. Call 201-461-5041.

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★★★ — the RecoRd

Turkish - Middle Eastern Restaurant

201-816-7343178 Piermont Rd. Cresskill

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Bar/Bat MitzvahsPrivate Room • Bar

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Villa Amalfi – 793 Palisade Ave. Cliffside Park. the elegantly appointed dining rooms are ideal for business, private occasions or in-timate dining. the extensive menu features seafood, chops, prime steaks and pasta and is complimented by wines from France, Italy and California. Dance to live music on Friday and Saturday evenings. A private banquet room accommodates up to 250 people. lunch tue-Fri, dinner tue-Sun and brunch on Sun. Valet parking. Reservations suggested. Call 201-886-8626.

JapaneseKaname — 783 Palisade Ave., Cliffside Park.

Rated ★★★ by the Record, Kaname is a favorite spot for Japanese food lovers, offer-ing an extensive menu of traditional dishes and unique sushi & sashimi specialties. Sit at the Sushi bar and watch your host George create the most imaginative items using the freshest ingredients. If you haven’t tried Sushi before, George will assist you with your order. Portions are generous, the staff helpful and friendly. Cocktails, wine and beer are available. Ample parking in rear. lunch tue-Fri, dinner tue-Sun. 201-886-0080.

Koyama — 1034 River Road, Edgewater. After 81/2 years in Cliffside Park, Koyama has moved to a larger location in Edgewater. the restaurant is a favorite of those who love authentic Japanese cuisine. In addition to many selections of sushi and sashimi, the menu features traditional favorites such as shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, and an assortment of noodle dishes, all creatively prepared with the freshest ingredients. they offer pick up and drop off service for customers who don’t wish to drive. (available in Fort lee, Edgewater, Cliffside Park). lunch Mon-Fri and Dinner Daily. local food delivery service. 201-969-0202.

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Kosher, middle easternIma Restaurant — 445 Cedar lane, teaneck. Ima

Restaurant from Jerusalem, has opened at 445 Cedar lane in teaneck. Ima is a Kosher Middle Eastern Restaurant specializing in Israeli - Mediterranean cuisine. their menu features salads, soups, a variety of Kubeh, stuffed vegetables, meat entrees, and vegetarian dishes. Shabbat specials, take out and catering available. Bring your own Kosher wine. Open Sun-thurs 11:00am-10:00pm. lunch specials 11:30-3:00. Fri-day, lunch only. www.imarestaurant.com. 201-357-5789/90.

seafoodOceanos Oyster Bar and Sea Grill — 2-27

Saddle River Rd. Fair lawn (1 block off Rt 4W). Manhattan comes to NJ. Oceanos, features raw bar selections, whole Medi-terranean fish and steakhouse specialties. there is a sit-down bar offering a list of sophisticated cocktails and an inviting patio for outdoor dining. Open for lunch Sun-Fri, dinner Mon-Sun, and the kitchen stays open late. www.oceanosrestaurant.com. 201-796-0546.

turkish - middle easternSamdan — 178 Piermont Rd., Cresskill. this ca-

sual, elegant restaurant has won the hearts of area residents and food critics alike. Samdan offers mouth-watering appetizers, kebabs, a large selection of turkish delights along with regional delicacies and daily specials. lunch Specials Mon-Sat $990, Early Bird Special Mon-Fri 4-6, 4 courses plus coffee $1995. Open 7 days. Sun-thurs noon-10pm, Fri-Sat noon-10:30. Party Room for 80-100 persons. www.samdanrestaurant.com. 201-816-7343.

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finish extra-height ceilings (no popcorn!). Custom lighting including recessed fixtures and special accent lights. Formal foyer with dramatic powder room. Spacious galley kitchen with granite floors and counters, vented exhaust hood and full-size laundry closet. Dramatic master bath with raised double vanity, steam shower, soaking tub and heated towel rack. Come experience the Buckingham tower lifestyle!

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THE BLuFFS AREA — Gorgeous New Construction, Center Hall Colonial with approx. 7,500 SF of absolute Luxury! Brick and Precast exterior, 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, library, finished basement, 3 marble fireplaces, fine custom kitchen by Brookhaven with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, parquet floors, crown moldings, 20 ft ceiling foyer and family room, master bath with Jacuzzi and heated floor, sauna, exercise room, 2 car attached garage. Truly a masterpiece! Completion Spring 2011.

Offered at $2,695,000.

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Gracious farmhouse circa 1710 has been lovingly preserved. Tucked away on 10.75 tranquil acres with multiple outbuildings including a large barn, ice house and guest house, it is currently operating as a chicken and egg farm. The main house features 5 fireplaces, gleaming hardwood floors, romantic window seats, 6 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2 powder rooms. Maintaining a timeless and peaceful country ambience, it is an idyllic environment for raising horses.

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