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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2021

FEATURES 24 Beach Chic Get Your Hair Night-on-the-Town Ready in Less Than 10 Minutes

30 A Lifetime of Wellness How to Take the Best Care of Your Body and Mind

36 Where Latin Cuisine Reigns De Martino's Menu Sizzles With PanAmerican and Caribbean Flavors

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44 The Sweetest Place On Earth! A Fun-filled Visit to Hershey Lodge

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WHEN IT COMES TO SUSTAINED WELLNESS, THE DAILY

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he says. “We all succumb to temptations,

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becomes a problem when people eat this

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stuff every day.”

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sluggish the following day. Dr. Sferra advises

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ally do and fortify your diet with antioxidants,

activities as ‘exercise.’ It’s not; they are just watering it down,” he

anti-inflammatory supplements and some

says. “Just because you are active during the day does not mean

extra vitamin C. “That should help people

you are reaping the same benefits of intensive exercise.” Also, take

who live a healthy lifestyle bounce back in

note of how your body is at rest—and consult an expert like a chi-

a day,” he says. “However, such indulgences

ropractor for advice on body positioning. Oftentimes, people may

could cause more problems for people who

relax or sleep in a position that creates havoc in their spine or joints,

in general do not take care of themselves.”

Dr. Sferra explains.

Dr. Sferra encourages people to not sub-

Be cognizant of what you put in your body. Eliminate processed

scribe to the way society tells them to eat.

foods and sugars from your diet. “We’ve come to think that it’s

“Be the captain of your ship, learn about

normal to eat these things, but our bodies must detoxify them and

nutrition and do what is right for yourself,”

then it pays the price in chronic diseases like obesity, heart disease,

he says.

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Dr. Vince Sferra, founder of Natural Medicine & Rehabilitation

t h e m o re yo u k n ow + “A mistake people make is considering their daily activities as ‘exercise.’ It’s not; they are just watering it down.”

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+ Healthy

Be S o cial Attend

your

mental

larly. Use your leisure time

health by staying socially

tation in its most healthful

to pursue cognitive activi-

active. Plan a game night

state—without pesticides or

ties such as creating art and

with the family, a dinner out

overcooked—will give your

music, playing games, com-

with friends or a walk with

body the nutrients, vitamins

pleting puzzles, learning a

neighbors to recharge and

and minerals it needs to

new language or embarking

reconnect with the people

optimally function. Eliminate

on a different career.

in your lives.

from your diet.

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Emotions +

Challenge your brain regu-

+ Healthy

amounts of fibrous vege-

processed foods and sugars

Find Cre ative Activitie s

Brain +

Eating diverse and abundant

Body +

Rethink G ro ce r y S hop ping

+ Healthy

Eating diverse and abundant amounts of fibrous

MIND GAMES

vegetation in its most healthful state—not adulterated

Attending to your mental health is key to sustained

with pesticides or overcooked—will give your body the

wellness. “Number One: Stay socially active,” Dr. Sferra

nutrients, vitamins and minerals it needs to optimally

says. “As people peeled back and removed themselves

function. “Select produce that is grown in healthy, min-

from society over the past year, we’ve seen a lot more

eral-rich soil,” Dr. Sferra says. “There’s a big difference

depression and mental health issues. The more you pull

between eating a vegetable that was grown on a local,

back, the less stimulation you are giving your brain. We

organic farm and one that is beaten-up and has been

need to challenge our brains regularly.” He suggests

sitting on a grocery shelf for a while.”

cognitive activities such as creating art and music, play-

The state of your health is directly tied to the health of your microbiome—the trillions of beneficial micro-

ing games, completing puzzles, learning a new language or embarking on a different career.

organisms that live in our bodies, especially in our

Physical exercise also benefits the brain. “This is espe-

gastrointestinal tract. “This good bacteria feeds off the

cially true of resistance training. It forces you to coordi-

fiber from vegetation, especially those that are organic

nate control, which stimulates the cerebellum,” Dr. Sferra

and in a raw, lightly cooked state. By eating poorly, like

says. “Exercise plays an enormous role in slowing mental

eating a lot of sugar, we are changing the dynamics

decline from chronic degenerative diseases of the brain

of the microbiome, which can impact our immune

like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s or dementia.”

system, gastrointestinal lining and inflammatory processes,” Dr. Sferra says.

Exercise also positively affects the body’s reaction to stress. “Our bodies are equipped to deal with stressful

THE CAPTAIN OF YOUR SHIP, LEARN ABOUT NUTRITION AN D

“BE

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De M ARTINO

W here Latin C u i s i n e Re i g n s

Ryan Corbin, Chef de Cuisine, and Martino Linares, Owner

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UPSCALE,

UNFUSSY

AND

INVITING,

DE MARTINO LATIN RESTAURANT IS A CONVIVIAL SPOT REMINISCENT OF THE CUBAN PALADARES (PRIVATELY-OWNED FAMILY EATERIES). Commissioned murals depicting the cobbled streets of Trinidad, Cuba, hang on neutral-hued walls: a vintage blue 1950s car (probably a Chevy), an older gentleman enjoying an impressive cigar (maybe a

happens, only a block from where his father’s

Robusto?). So, you’d be forgiven for thinking that

eponymous restaurant had been. To honor his

you’d walked into a Cuban restaurant. And you’d

father, he called this new, 62-seat BYOB eatery

be half correct.

De Martino Latin Restaurant.

In 2018, when his father’s crowd-pleasing

In the pursuit of a more sophisticated and

restaurant, Martino’s Cuban, closed after

elevated menu, Linares hired classically trained

nearly 30 years in business in Somerville,

chef Ryan Corbin, who had worked in top restau-

Martino Linares, 38, took some time off,

rants like Mistral, 90 Acres and the Ryland Inn.

worked at Jockey Hollow Bar & Kitchen in

Together, Corbin and Linares landed on New

Morristown and returned to Somerville plan-

Jersey’s top best new restaurant list in 2020.

ning to open his own restaurant. He found the

The two collaborate on menus that are rich

perfect location just off Main Street and, as it

in flavor and feature reimagined Latin American classic dishes like Peru’s Lomo Saltado (a four-hour braised boneless short rib with Peruvian sofrito, potato pave with aji amarillo crema and gochujang aji panca sweet sauce). The menu staples can include deep-fried cod fritters with a spicy mustard sauce. Plump shrimp in a lemon-sparked white wine sauce. Wildly creative dishes like line-caught black seabass, pan roasted, topped with coconut sambal and served with sweet potato green curry, sautéed spinach, shiitake mushrooms and leeks. At the top of the menu are small plates for tasting and sharing: house-made guacamole, crispy mushroom quesadillas and oxtail empanadas in a creamy cilantro sauce. The hands-down favorite is birria beef tacos (four-hour braised beef, Chihuahua Mexican cheese, onions, cilantro, lime vinaigrette and consommé for dipping). CONTINUED >

L AT I N C U I S I N E

DE MARTINO'S MENU SIZZLES WITH PAN-AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN FLAVORS

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Lomo Saltado, a four-hour braised boneless short rib

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It would not be a proper sit-down dinner without ropa vieja (shredded beef and vegetables in a colorful stew), the national dish of Cuba. “We serve ropa vieja but we put our own spin on it,” says Linares. He sears the flank steak, then braises it for four hours before finishing it with a classic tomato sauce and sofrito (mixed bell peppers, onions and garlic). This savory stew is served with white rice and sweet plantains. Cubanos, available at street-corner loncherias in Cuba, are a mega hit with Linares’s customers. Traditionally grilled in a sandwich press called a plancha, this recipe can be made at home in a panini press—pressed and steamed until the ham, pork, cheese and pickles have melded into a compact and delicious snack.

Cuban Sandwich

“We don’t take short cuts or compromise quality,” Linares says. “All of our menu items are made from scratch. Between cooking the meats

CUBANO – CUBAN SANDWICH Makes 4-6 sandwiches

and preparing the elaborate components, the preparation can take days. Our Al Pastor Pork Ossobuco, for example, takes two days. The pork

Ingredients:

shank is immersed in pineapple and Mexican chili

+ 2 loaves of French bread cut at 6-8 inches

marinade overnight.”

+ 2 lbs pork loin

Intrigued by the restaurant’s confident, fla-

+ 6-8 slices of swiss cheese per loaf

vor-forward dishes and wanting to know more

+ 6-8 slices of ham per loaf

about Linares and his family, we caught up with

+ 3 sprigs fresh oregano

him in his creative, functional kitchen. The sizzle of

+ Fresh mint

searing and grilling and the clang of pots provided

+ 1 c orange juice

the soundtrack. As we talked, Linares was searing

+ 1 tbsp white distilled vinegar

oxtails (for the empanadas) and checking in sup-

+ 2 sticks room-temperature butter

plies from meat and produce purveyors.

+ Jar of dill pickles

“I grew up in the restaurant business,” Linares

says. “I started bussing at the age of 11. I’ve been

Dry Rub Ingredients:

in the kitchen since high school but it’s in this

+ 1 tsp salt

kitchen—my kitchen—where I could finally show-

+ 1 tsp pepper

case my creativity and craft dishes that display the

+ ½ tsp paprika

diversity and complexity of Latin cuisine. This is

+ ½ tsp ground cumin

where I’ve been able to bring my vision to life.”

+ ½ tsp granulated garlic

View the menu at demartinolatin.com.

+ ½ tsp dry mustard

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Mustard Aioli Ingredients: + ½ c mayonnaise + ¼ c yellow mustard

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Pre-heat oven to 375° Mix dry rub ingredients and rub thoroughly on the pork loin until covered. Sear pork on both sides for 5 minutes each. Transfer pork to a braising pan. Add orange juice, white vinegar, fresh oregano, fresh mint and cover with aluminum foil and braise for 2 1/2 hours. Pork should be tender and should fall apart. Let pork cool for two hours in a

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cooling rack. Drain liquid and wrap pork tightly in plastic wrap and place in refrigerator to cool overnight. Assemble Cuban Sandwich Pre-heat oven to 450° Mix mustard aioli ingredients and set aside. Unwrap pork and slice in ¼ inch slices. Cut bread about 8 inches long, slice in half

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Outside Hershey's Chocolate World

WHEN MY DAUGHTER CHARLOTTE’S DANCE TEAM WAS

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After doing a little research, I decided to book our stay at Hershey Lodge, one of The Official Resorts of Hersheypark, alongside The CONTINUED >

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Cocoa Beanery treats

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YP H E R SH E

H E R SH E Y K R P

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there. Dining at the Hershey Lodge means sugar overload. The sugar spike started first thing in the morning with my daughter indulging in an over-

sized cookie and decadent hot chocolate from the Cocoa Beanery all-day coffee shop—vacation breakfast rules—meanwhile I finished off the night with a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Martini served at Fire & Grain, a stylish yet relaxed hotel restaurant with a fireplace and communal tables for American and Italian eats. This was the best chocolate martini I’ve ever had in my life. It was also a bit dangerous because it tasted like I was drinking chocolate milk but was actually consuming Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Marie Brizard Chocolat Royal, Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur and Buttershots Schnapps. Again, vacation rules. In between dance performances, my daughter and I kept busy with various activities: minia-

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ture golf, family bingo, arcade games, Hershey’s Character appearances and more. My daughter’s favorite part of the resort was their indoor pool complex, Hershey’s Water Works. She enjoyed over 30,000 square feet of splashing good times featuring the Twizzler Twists water slides and Reese’s Water Walk! On her off day from competing we ventured over to Hersheypark. Our Free Resort Benefits included Hersheypark Sweet Start (extra park hours), a free shuttle from the hotel and three parks in one: Hersheypark featuring more than 70 rides and attractions; The Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park (open May 29-Sept. 6) with one million gallons of water; and ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION (CONTINUED) Charlotte and her friend, Scarlett, in gear for the Create Your Own Candy Bar Attraction

While the rides were certainly a lot of fun, I think my daughter’s favorite part of the trip was when we headed to Hershey’s Chocolate World, located next to Hersheypark. We both thoroughly enjoyed the one-of-a-kind Create Your Own Candy Bar Attraction and the free Hershey’s Chocolate Tour. It’s also home to the world’s largest Hershey’s Store, where we of course stopped for a few souvenirs. When we arrived home with the souvenirs my other daughters were none too pleased to have been left out of this excursion, so it looks like we will be heading back as a full family soon!

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a lot of shared values in and around food; they have really great cheese, dairy, beef, pasta, but very few tourists, hardly any. So if you love Italy, that kind of specific travel and food experience, particularly Northern Italy, because you can see the Alps from where they are. It’s picture perfect, a beautiful place, and also where orange wine is from.” Dennis also highly recommends Costa Rica, Hawaii and Finland. “Most people love the idea of travel, but we tend to pick the same places when we travel, and there is nothing wrong with that, they are amazing for a reason, but when you get off the beaten path a little bit, you learn the difference between vacation and travel.” 54

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ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

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DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

2161 Washington Valley Rd

$1,325,000

$1,300,000

98%

139

4.1

3 Rose Ln

$1,195,000

$1,260,000

105%

4.1

426 Foothill Rd

$1,100,000

$1,080,000

98%

4.1

455 Meadow Rd

$960,000

$980,000

102%

3.1

4 Fawn Ln

$775,000

$875,000

113%

2.1

1901 Middlebrook Rd

$849,000

$865,000

102%

3.2

26 Linberger Dr

$799,000

$850,000

106%

3.1

856 Dow Rd

$849,000

100%

800 Star View Way

$850,000

$840,000

99%

3.2

8 McBride Way

$779,000

$790,000

101%

18 Kiser Ln

$755,000

$765,000

101%

2.1

544 Emerald Trail

$750,000

$760,000

101%

2.1

33 Wexford Way

$729,900

$755,000

103%

2.1

6 Alisyn Pl

$759,000

$745,000

98%

3.1

77 Bradley Ln

$675,000

$730,000

108%

2.1

545 Stony Brook Dr

$689,000

$727,000

106%

3.1

3 Alexis Ct

$720,000

$710,000

99%

2.1

15 Jarman Pl

$649,000

$700,000

108%

2.1

31 Ardmaer Dr

$689,900

100%

2.1

955 Sunset Ridge

$650,000

100%

2206 Washington Valley Rd

$575,000

$650,000

113%

252 Hancock Ave

$600,000

$647,200

108%

2.1

10 Burr St

$609,000

$640,000

105%

2.1

504 Somerville Road

$639,900

$620,000

97%

2.1

202 Candlewick Ln

$575,000

$615,000

107%

2.1

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FARM TO TABLE MARKET

ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE

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funds for deaf students to attend

Support more than 30 local farms and

Welcome to Margaritaville, where

secondary education. Sign up at

vendors at the Farm to Table Market

people come to get away from it

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edy features both original songs

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including local farms, plus wine

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JCC Sustainability Fund and JCC

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