Saturday, February 25, 2012
Party like the stars and treat your guests like the VIPs they are!
Roll out the red carpet: Head on over to The Quilted Nest and pick up a bolt of red fabric. It doesn’t have to be the fancy (and undoubtedly very expensive) kind they actually use at the Oscars; rather, any type will do. When you get home, roll the “carpet” from your front door all the way down to the street. If your carpet is running over grass, peg it down in as many places as possible to avoid any slipping. If it’s running over concrete, secure it with bricks on the sides (they’ll blend in). Your guests will love getting their moment in the spotlight! Play paparazzi: Grab a bunch of disposable cameras and assign each family member a guest to go after. As your attendees arrive, shout their first name to get them to look at the camera, …
Monday, February 20, 2012
Want to stay close to home to party? Mardi Gras offers a host of creative activities you can enjoy at home.
Make a hurricane: Residents of New Orleans (Nola to the locals) really love their alcoholic drinks, so much so that drive-through daiquiri shops serve up all types of frozen boozy concoctions. In fact, pulling right up to the window and driving away with an icy beverage is the norm in The Big Easy. Besides drinking while driving, folks from Nola are also quite fond of stumbling down the street clutching giant, colorful glasses of an elixir commonly known as a hurricane. While visitors and residents alike drink it all year round, at no time is it more popular than during Mardi Gras. A mixture of rum, vodka and fruit juices, this drink is a refreshing way to celebrate the end of hurricane season (and is possibly a forerunner to your being …
Thursday, December 15, 2011
From down-home goodness to uptown haute cuisine, the perfect New Year's brunch can set the tone for your 2012.
The Mansion on Main, 3000 Main St., Voorhees If you’re feeling really fancy on the first day of 2012, you may want to treat yourself to a gourmet food spectacular. The Mansion is going all-out this New Year’s Day with a “Dickens Feast,” featuring special decorations and sumptuous brunch choices ranging from traditional eggs and bacon to seafood and meats. Hold on to the holiday just a wee bit longer; you’ll be back to the old grind before you know it! For more information, visit mansiononmainstreet.com or call 856-751-1717. Cork, 90 Haddon Ave., Westmont Enjoy an eclectic menu featuring creative dishes like breakfast pizza, brioche French toast, Dutch baked pancakes and more. The best part is that you can wash it all down with bottomless…
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Saturday, September 24, 2011
Here are the top five highest-paid officials in Collingswood, along with the State of New Jersey's summary of their job descriptions.
Patch Picks normally gives you a top five of local places to check out. This week, we take a different approach: the top five salaries for public employees in Collingswood. According to the State of New Jersey, the following list includes Collingswood Borough's top five highest-paid local government officials, along with their job descriptions: 1. Police Chief Richard Sarlo, $113,034 per year According to the State of New Jersey's website, Collingswood Police Chief Richard Sarlo is charged with overseeing Collingswood Police Department operations, and carries out other related duties on an as-needed basis. 2. Fire Chief John Amet, $113,034 per year Collingswood Fire Chief John Amet, according to New Jersey's record of municipal …
Saturday, September 17, 2011
There are plenty of local spots offering cheap eats, from casual sandwiches to fine dining. Here are five options.
1. Your Own Home Have a gourmet meal that rivals those found in the finest restaurants—for under $25. Why not add excitement to the drudgery of grocery shopping by choosing to make the fanciest dinner you can dream up? Lump crab with Dijon mustard and haricots verts is on the menu at Le Bec Fin. Sounds complicated, but it’s simply lump crab meat with mustard and green beans. At the grocery store, here are the average prices you may pay for this meal: Jumbo lump crab meat, $7.50 for 4 ounces; 16 ounces of Haricot Verts, $3.40; 8 ounces of Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard, $3.79. Assuming one person could eat all of the crab, a few ounces of the green beans, and maybe a tablespoon of the mustard, this meal ends up costing under $10 per person. You …
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Thursday, June 23, 2011
These local eateries welcome everyone in your family, from the young to the young-at-heart.
1. The Tortilla Press, 703 Haddon Ave., Collingswood This family-friendly pick can accommodate absolutely everyone, from those on gluten-free diets, to vegans and vegetarians. For kids, they’ve got high chairs, booster seats, crayons and coloring books. On Burrito Mondays, kids (and adults) can build their own special burrito by choosing from a variety of fillings, side dishes, and salsas. Or, try a family-sized burrito—5 pounds of beans, cheese, meat, rice and toppings. For more information, visit thetortillapress.com. 2. Collingswood Diner, 201 Crescent Blvd., Collingswood Kids can pick from the Ninja Turtle (chopped sirloin), Cinderella (roast beef), Bert and Ernie (spaghetti and meatballs), Mickey Mouse (grilled cheese), Roy Rogers (…
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Amazing things are happening locally, and these five innovative establishments are changing the area—and the world.
We have the inside scoop on these five local innovative businesses—thanks, in part, to www.NJEntrepreneur.com and the Rutgers Camden Business Incubator. 1. mVisum—200 Federal St., Suit 203, Camden— Several years ago, Praveen Dala's father-in-law suffered a heart attack. Luckily, his cardiologist was just next door, and was able to ride in the ambulance as well as perform a quadruple bypass on the man that same night. A survivor, Dala's father-in-law is still going strong today, due to the lightening-fast speed of his emergency care. Dala didn't factor into the idea for his company, mVisum, right away, but it was a conversation he'd had with the cardiologist that stuck in his mind. The doctor said, "If I could get critical medical …
Friday, June 3, 2011
These local stylists are ready to transform your locks into a beach-ready summer style!
1. Lisa Michaels, Lisa Michaels Salon— Cherry Hill resident Lisa Michaels has always dreamed of being a hair stylist. Upon finishing hairdressing school in Haddonfield 27 years ago—at Maison De Paris' old location—she became a leading innovator to the beauty world. After opening her first shop, on Tanner street, Michaels opened her current salon seven years ago. Her mentor, the late Bill Lamb—known to friends as Uncle Bill—taught Michaels everything she needed to successfully operate in the beauty business. "He worked to the beat of his own drum, and he was a master," said Michaels. "There should be a monument (dedicated) to him. He taught me perfection." Also a contributor to Zelda magazine, Michaels specializes in art deco hair design—…
Thursday, May 26, 2011
All together, these recipes make one completely delicious Memorial Day menu!
1. Watermelon & Arugula Salad Chef Jeffrey Huminski—The Taproom and Grill Vinaigrette Ingredients— Salad Ingredients— Vinaigrette Instructions—In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients together. Salad Instructions—Place watermelon and arugula into a large bowl. Drizzle in vinaigrette, making sure to lightly coat the greens, and toss. Taste for desired seasoning. Top the mixture with feta, pine nuts, and red onions. Enjoy! 2. Barbecue Pulled Pork Chef Jeffrey Huminski—The Taproom and Grill Ingredients— Instructions— Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Slice the fat with crisscrossed marks. Stud pork with garlic. Rub in all remaining ingredients. Place into a roasting pan, cover tightly in foil, roast for eight hours. Remove fat and use a …
Thursday, May 19, 2011
South Jersey is home to some amazing chefs. Check out these local favorites.
1. Chef Alex Capasso: Blackbird and West Side Gravy, Collingswood This tattooed master of fusion cuisine is convivial, unconventional, and always spot-on when it comes to his food. Capasso's time is split blending the finest French and Italian culinary techniques at Blackbird, and frying up all-American juicy burgers at sister restaurant West Side Gravy. And since the restaurants sit side-by-side on Haddon Avenue, it makes a conveniently hectic—but happy—career for Capasso. A "local boy made good," Capasso is a longtime Collingswood resident, who started out washing dishes in a cafe at age 15. He quickly fell in love with the restaurant culture. A celebrated chef since his early days at Misto in Cherry Hill and Max's in Cinnaminson, …
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