Thursday, August 25, 2011
Adults can take these classes this fall
When the school bell rings it signals the start of the new school year. Who said the classroom is just for kids? Adults can learn new skills and continue to be lifelong learners when they enroll in any of the bountiful classes in the area. Here's a sample of some upcoming classes adults in Mahwah can enjoy: IR (Institute for Learning in Retirement) – Held at Bergen Community College in cooperation with Elderhostel. Adults 55 and older can attend educational and informative classes. A one-academic-year membership fee of $160 entitles you to enroll in four ILR courses each semester. Classes offered this fall include Beginners Conversational Hebrew, Human Biology, Survey of American Poetry and Laws Affecting Seniors. For more information …
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Mahwah Dining Scene sure to please
No need to cut coupons or search a daily deal site in order to eat affordably. Looking for a place to grab a bite on date night or maybe a spot to have lunch with an old friend? Two people can take an epicurean tour of the globe in Mahwah for $25. Here are just a few choices of places to dine. Tax and tip not included. Moes Southwest Grill This popular Mexican/Southwest restaurant offers big portions of tasty, healthy food with notations on vegetarian and gluten-free entrees. Order the Alfredo Garcia fajitas with your choice of chicken, steak, pork or tofu for $8.99. It comes with the traditional accompaniments of peppers, onions and cheese but you can also add any of the 25 fresh free ingredients to customize your meal. The Chicken Rice…
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Need an easy recipe for a 4th of July picnic? This flavorful alternative to the usual potato salad will be much appreciated by friends and family
Hot dogs, hamburgers and potato salad are barbecue staples that I doubt anyone could ever be sick of, but if you are looking to change it up a bit, try this tasty side dish! I had been anxiously waiting to make this pasta salad since I found it on The Novice Chef a few weeks ago because it looked so delicious and simple. I’m a sucker for fresh vegetables and dishes that require little preparation and time. So, when I was invited to have dinner at a friend’s house the other night, I was glad to finally have an excuse to make this salad. On the night of the barbecue, I expected to wow my friends with my creativeness. I should have known better than to expect praise, though, as my friends can be the harshest critics I know. As silly as it…
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Patch picks dining options for the whole family
If you're looking for a restaurant to take the kids, you've come to the right place. We found some local restaurants that are family friendly. Cupcakes By Carousel 192 East Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ Feel free to take mini members of the family to this dessert eatery, which serves mini versions of the cakes at it’s sister location, in business in Bergen County since 1965. Fuddruckers 1813 Route 23 S., Wayne, NJ Not only do all family members get to choose their meals and put on their own toppings at Fuddruckers, but kids can play arcade games after dinner. Johnny Rockets 2621 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY AND One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ Every generation can enjoy this restaurant, which is adorned with jukeboxes at the …
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Need a place to go or a gift idea? We've got you covered.
If you haven't yet planned your Father's Day celebrations with dad, don't fret. Whether you want to take him out, or pick him up a present you'll love, Patch has put together great local options. What To Buy: Cigars Want to impress Dad with a great cigar, but have no idea what to buy? At The Tobacco Shop of Ridgewood, the helpful and courteous staff suggest Patron Anniversary, Davidoff Millenium Blend Guitars Musical Dads would be excited to get a new guitar. Before scouring eBay, check out local music shops, like Ackerman's Music in Wyckoff, Sam Ash in Paramus or Guitar Center in Paramus. Golf Gadgets What golf-loving Dad wouldn't love a GPS to guide him on the greens? Workers at Golfsmith in Paramus told us the SG5 SkyCaddie is flying …
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Patch Picks unique businesses in Bergen County
Entrepreneurs in Bergen County have come up with some creative businesses that provide unique goods and services to residents. This week, Patch Picks is highlighting five nearby innovative businesses. ABC Memories – Wyckoff, NJ This owner of this quilting company, a Ramapo HS grad with two fashion degrees, turns old tees into keepsakes. ABC Memories makes fleece blankets out of t-shits, jerseys, and other sentimental articles of clothing, to create physical reminders of past memories. Though the company started before ‘Bella’ in the popular ‘Twilight’ Movies received a t-shirt blanket as a graduation gift, it does sell many of it’s fleece creations as graduation, birthday and going away gifts. Find out more information at the ABC Memories …
Thursday, June 2, 2011
This week, Patch Picks looks at some of the best hair salons across Bergen County
Welcome to Patch Picks, a weekly feature highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. This week, Patch Picks looks at some of the best hair salons in the area. Mane On Madison 238 Madison Avenue Wyckoff, NJ 07481 (201) 848-6969 (201) 848-6969 Known for its full range of salon services and community-oriented atmosphere, Mane on Madison has been a Wyckoff staple for nearly a decade. Open Tuesday-Saturday, the salon is equipped with state-of-the-art styling tools and a highly trained staff that offers an array of services. The business demonstrates a strong social conscience, having donated hair that was used to help sop up oil …
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Tito's Burritos shares a Pico de Gallo recipe
Since its debut last December, Tito's Burritos in Ridgewood has been serving delicious Mexican cuisine and wings. For Memorial Day this year, they were nice enough to share their recipe for a huge batch of pico de gallo, the perfect addition to a barbecue. Ingredients: 1 box (25 lbs.) diced tomatoes 2 large onions, diced 1 large handful of finely chopped cilantro 1 cup of salt 4 limes Mix the tomatoes, onions, cilantro and salt. Squeeze the limes into the salsa. Serve as is. For more information about Tito's Burritos, call (201) 857-4619 or visit them at 166 E. Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood. Add your favorite Memorial Day Recipes in the comments section!
Thursday, May 19, 2011
From crepes to expertly-crafted Mediterranean these master chefs excel
Chef Sook Sook, 24 South Broad Street, Ridgewood, 201-493-2500 Tossing aside American conventions, this graduate of SoHo's French Culinary School told Patch last month, "Crepes are better than sandwiches.” Formerly with Manhattan's Payard Patisserie, Keum-Sook Park crafts diverse culinary delights such as fruit-filled sweet crepes and savory crepes that, more often than not, back up her bold assertion. Chef Christine Nunn Picnic The Restaurant, 14-25 Plaza Rd, Fair Lawn, 201-796-2700 A relatively new addition to the Northern New Jersey culinary scene, Christine Nunn runs Picnic the Restaurant in Fair Lawn with an obvious true love of Italian food. Nunn, a third-generation Radburn native, studied at the Culinary Institute of America. Chef …
Thursday, May 5, 2011
This week, Patch Picks finds the best places to celebrate the special day with mom
Welcome back to Patch Picks, a weekly feature highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. This week, Patch Picks looks at some of the best places to celebrate Mother's Day. Don't forget the big day is Sunday!
