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A Taste of Home
From Brooklyn to Bergen: Chef Fabian’s Culinary Journey Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Chef Fabian Taliercio, Rich Silivanch When you meet Chef Fabian Taliercio, it’s clear you’re talking to someone who isn’t just passionate about food—he’s steeped in it. Raised in Brooklyn, Fabian grew up surrounded by the aromas of his father’s 30-year-old Italian restaurant, where the art of hospitality was as essential as the dishes themselves. “I started cooking when I was about 15,” he...
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Food - Pure Universal Medicine
Exploring the ancient wisdom, natural energy, and healing potential hidden in every bite we take Article and Photography by Allison K. Lim We eat three square meals a day, with some snacks in between. Our celebrations are centered around food, with the kitchen being the meeting place for casual and formal dinners alike. As a society, we've put food on a pedestal. But do you really know what you're eating? Between conventionally grown, genetically modified produce treated with chemical...
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Song’ E Napule
A Taste of Naples in Downtown Rutherford Article and Photography by Brian Cicioni Song’E Napule sits in the heart of Rutherford’s main commercial strip, a half-mile stretch between the NJ Transit station and Lincoln Park. Though the area has no shortage of Italian eateries, this one is distinct: it’s authentically Neapolitan. Its name translates to “I am from Naples” in the local dialect. Neapolitan isn’t just a label here. Owner Ciro Iovine grew up in Fuorigrotta, a suburb of Naples, began...
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Sipping, Smiling and La Dolce Vita
Upper Saddle River Garden Club’s Year-End Celebration Brings Italian Charm Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Sheryl Romano The Upper Saddle River Garden Club, dedicated to beautifying our town and schools while promoting environmental education, also supports scholarships for the next generation of gardeners and environmentalists. Partnering with local schools, businesses, and organizations, the club strives to enrich the entire community. Membership dues, donations, and fundraising...
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