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(NEW!) All That’s Beer
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Dining Guide
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Happy Hours
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AC Entertainment
Special Feature:
Spirited Holiday Drink Recipes
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PAGEPublisher’s Letter ...................................................................................4 Sports Bars & Quiz .................................................................................6Where To Watch All The Games Chart ............................................7Pro Sports Schedules ..........................................................................8Restaurant Profile ............................................................................... 12Band Profile: ........................................................................................ 14Mixologist-of-the-Month ................................................................ 16Libations ................................................................................................ 16Main Feature: ....................................................................................... 18Catering ................................................................................................. 20BYOs ........................................................................................................ 22Two on the Aisle.................................................................................. 24All That’s Beer ....................................................................................... 25Comic Relief ......................................................................................... 26Dining Pleasures ................................................................................. 28Happy Hours ........................................................................................ 30Where it’s happening! ...................................................................... 31Concerts & Theater ............................................................................ 32Plugged into AC .................................................................................. 33Venues NJ Cares .................................................................................. 34The Last Word ...................................................................................... 34
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The holiday season is upon us and that means a lot of house parties. You’ll probably be invited to many and you might even be planning to host one or two yourself. If so, there’s nothing like a signature cocktail or impressive holiday drink to pick up the tone of the party. Our writers are presenting a number of spirited holiday drink recipes for your review in this issue’s main editorial feature. They’ve also given some ideas on accessories for your “personal pub.”
In the mood for a versatile and talented musical duo for a change in listening pace? Then check out the Jay N Rob Duo, a couple of entertaining guys who have been playing at local Central NJ venues for the past four years. Their musical influences, backgrounds, camaraderie, and sense of humor are present at each and every show. Learn more in this issue’s Band Profile.
Who’s behind the bar this month? A woman who started out as a server and was asked by her boss if she would like to “get behind the bar.” She said yes, found out she loves it and has built quite a following. Meet our Mixologist-of-the-Month, Linda Connolly who splits her shifts between P.J. Sweeney’s in Brick and Beach Tavern in Monmouth Beach.
Beer used to be simple. You asked your bartender or server for “a cold one”, then took a sip (or gulp) to quench your thirst. Things have changed. Today’s craft beer revolution has redefined how we now classify beers. But, what is a craft beer today? Take a moment to read the thoughts of “Bill the Brewer” in this month’s All That’s Beer feature.
Now, let our contributing writer Steve O. introduce you to a Jersey born comic who got into the business as a result of a nasty divorce. This politically incorrect laugh man has worked in the tri-state area for the past 15 years. Read more about Tim Belford in this month’s Comic Relief feature.
That’s it folks. Now go enjoy the season. On behalf of the entire staff at Venues NJ, we wish you all a happy, healthy & safe Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.BobByrne,Publisher
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It may not be located in Italy, but enjoying an authentically Italian meal at Tre restaurant in Freehold Borough, will certainly make you feel as though you have been transported there…magically.From its Old World murals on painted cinderblocks to its polished concrete floors, brick ovens and polished industrial setting, to its imported mozzarella and San Marzano tomatoes and authentically prepared Italian dishes, Tre is all about natural, all about flavor… all about Italy…all about family and friends…and you won’t need an airplane or a ship to get you there. The eatery occupies a previously unused building which lay dormant for over 10 years, says, Rob Kash, who owns the restaurant with partners Joe Mosco and Dennis Tafuri. The restaurant is brought to patrons by the same partnership that brought about Metropolitan Café in Freehold and Nonna’s and Rosalita’s Cantina, both in Marlboro. Mosco and Kash’s partnership dates back to 1992 when they owned and operated Café Colore, in Freehold Township and 75 South, Freehold Borough. “We wanted this design to depict an Old World theme, as if an old bakery was discovered in a warehouse. We created a polished industrial/natural table setting,” says Kash. “The surroundings are clean and pristine. Our walls are cinderblocks completely painted to look like old cinderblock. It’s clean, fresh Italian in a hip atmosphere.” Murals, by artists from Ruglio and Rhone Decorative Painters, Red Bank, are painted in monochromatic color in red and black. The eatery offers a casual Italian menu featuring the best fresh artisanal ingredients for its classically prepared dishes and uses an old world brick oven to prepare the authentic pizza of Italy.“ We use the highest quality freshest ingredients,” Kash says. “We fly our Buffalo mozzarella in from Italy and buy most of our produce from Beyond Organic Growers, Howell, where it is aeroponically grown with no soil, no pesticides and no GMO. It’s a more green way of growing. We patronize local growers and are trying to be ‘green conscious,’” he said, adding the restaurant does not serve bottled water but uses a high end water purification system, “Vivreau,” which he said is used at the White House. The pizza is baked in an 800 degree oven. Additionally, artisan handmade meats made by Salumeria Balesi, are served. Fresh roasted peppers, fresh dough for pizzas and pasta which are made from scratch to order are all available. Kash is so determined to offer natural foods, that
butter is even churned here. The only dish that is not authentic is the specialty of the house, Chicken Parmigiana, comprised of a cutlet pounded into a 12 inch round very thin cutlet and served similar to a pizza with fresh mozzarella and San Marzano tomatoes. Patrons may add toppings similar to a pizza. Other dishes include “Pasta Amatraciana” with spaghetti, pancetta onion and tomato; “Porchetta,” slow cooked pork loin wrapped in pork belly in the true Italian style and homemade gluten free pizza and gluten free pasta; Neapolitan-style pizza featuring an authentic margarita pie with buffalo mozzarella, San Mariano tomato, EVOO and locally grown basil. “It’s a light crispy dough crust, the authentic pizza of Italy,” he said. Desserts are made “in-house” and include Tiramisu, Bread Pudding Cannoli and Flourless Chocolate Cake.There are also daily specials and nightly chef specials. Happy Hour happens every day from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with drink specials along with $5 white or classic pizzas. The bar, off the dining room, opens to a beer garden by way of a garage door. It offers hi-top tables, counter seating, and a pizza bar where diners can see the brick ovens open flames. Tre provides 15 large screen TVs for sports viewing. A bar menu includes sliders, traditional wings and Tuscan style chicken wings. The beer garden offers 16 beers on tap, and 20 beers in bottles. Additionally, a large selection of craft and local beers from small, local producers are available. Tre’s wine list includes over 100 wines, and over 20 by the glass. Picnic tables and seating is available on the covered porch with a fire pit, heaters and fans. A mozzarella bar offers three different types of mozzarella, Burrata, (soft center), Buffalo, and traditional fresh. Patrons can choose sides such as Prosciutto di Parma. Live rock and pop music is performed by duos Thursday through Saturday. Sunday brunch (al a carte) offers original Italian influenced items from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Tre can also cater private parties on location and off premises. Kash said children are welcome. “It’s all about family and friends,” he says. “We have a children’s menu but encourage the European ideal of dining and sharing with family. We have skee ball for the kids and young at heart alike as well as corn hole out on the beer garden.” Kash says, Tre is a place for “serious foodies and people who just want to eat, to enjoy a fun time in a hip casual atmosphere while enjoying true quality food and drink options.”BY CLARE MARIE CELANO
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For the last four years, the name Jay N Rob Duo has been on marquees throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. Jay Robinson and Rob Muller have been offering up their musical talents to many of New Jersey’s hottest spots. Jay Robinson (vocals, percussion/drums, guitar) and Robert Muller (guitar, vocals) are much more than two guys strumming out tunes that are heard on the radio. Their musical influences, backgrounds, comradery, and sense of humor are present at every show. “We play everything from classic to modern, slow to upbeat and everything in-between.”
Jay and Rob both live in Ocean County, New Jersey, and have known each other for many years, but were a part of different bands. During the 1990’s, their bands performed on the same Jersey Shore circuit, where musicians get to know one another. In 2012, Rob approached Jay, who had retired from the scene in 2003, with the idea of collaboration. That is when the Jay N Rob Duo was formed.
“About 4 years ago, Rob came to me and asked if I wanted to start up a duo. I had been retired from playing since 2003, but I told him if I would be interested, I only wanted to play 2 times a month. It is four years later and we’re playing at least 4 times a week and played 5 to 7 shows a week this past summer,” according to Jay.
Rob has been playing guitar since age 18 and a performing musician for over 20 years. As for Jay, he started as a singer in local bands back in the ‘90’s. Their first performance
together as Jay N Rob Duo was in the winter of 2012 at Jack & Mikes Brickhouse in Brick, NJ. The duo still performs there every Thursday night. Rob Muller is also currently a member of the band Lifespeed, while Jay performs only duo or solo.
Jay and Rob also bring a diverse taste in music to their partnership. When asked about their musical influences, Rob described his as shoegaze. Loosely, shoegaze music can be described as being a part of the alternative rock genre. Conversely, Jay has a more mainstream influence, citing bands like Van Halen, Ozzy, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as The Beatles, Elvis, Chicago, The Doobie Brothers, etc.
There is no set playlist for the Jay N Rob Duo, basing their song choice on their audience and venue atmosphere. According to Jay, “We always play to what the crowd wants and we can go from mellow background music all the way up to a rock band sound and get people up and dancing. We can go from “Time After Time” to “Don’t Stop Believing” to “Smells Like Teen Spirit”. We also add in newer songs that you might not expect to hear from an acoustic duo, like “I Can’t Feel My Face When I’m With You”. We also throw in a little country, with some 60’s and 70’s”.
When asked about their most memorable experience playing together, neither could pinpoint just one. Rather, they did agree that there were many funny moments and truly enjoy playing together.
“It’s always fun when you get people up dancing, it’s fun when you get some drunks acting crazy. We had a guy bring us drinks one time and he fell flat on his face into us. We have also had some really great moments at some private parties,” says Rob.
“I’m not sure I could pick out one show in particular. I would say that the summer of 2015 was probably the most memorable summer of all time. We played almost 100 shows between Memorial Day and Labor Day”, said Jay.
You can find the Jay N Rob Duo at Bar A in Belmar every Wednesday; Jack & Mike’s Brickhouse in Brick Twp. every Thursday; and weekends you can find them at places like River Rock in Brick, Club Maggie’s in Lakewood, Bum Rogers in Seaside Park and Baker’s Water Street in Toms River. This fall, they have added Woody’s in Farmingdale to their calendar.
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Linda Connollyby CLARE MARIE CELANO
Linda Connolly began working in the restaurant industry as a server. After building up a great following at Sutton Place in Union, her boss asked her if she wanted to bartend. She said yes¬¬ and the rest, as she says, is history. “I told my boss I would love to try bartending but I had no idea how to do it,” Connolly remembered. “He told me not to worry about it. ‘Just get behind the bar, do your thing, and I will help you as we go along, he said to me.” I learned on the job and loved every minute of it.” Connolly initially said she took a job in the industry to support her infant daughter, but chose to stay in the business because she loves the work. “I have also been a hairdresser, a switch board operator, a secretary, and did some office work, but always ended up working behind the bar,” Connolly admits. Connolly, who currently works at PJ Sweeney’s in Brick, and Beach Tavern in Monmouth Beach, says she loves everything about bartending. “I love dealing with people,” she says. “They become like family and you look
forward to seeing them every day. I meet people with so many different types of personalities. I enjoy making cocktails rather than just popping a beer. I especially like the old time cocktails that seem to be making a comeback.” In addition to her work, her priorities at home are her husband Jack, whom she met while bartending, and her granddaughter, 5 and her grandson 2. “My granddaughter spends every weekend with us. She’s attached at our hips. I actually refer to her as Velcro,” she teases. Although her family and working are where she loves spending her time and energy she has recently discovered something new, a hobby she and her husband can do together¬ … trips to the shooting range. “My husband is a retired police officer and believes everyone should own a weapon and know how to use it properly,” Connolly said. After going to the range I found I enjoyed it very much because of how much is involved. There
is a lot to learn. It’s not just picking up and a gun and shooting it. It’s also nice to have something we can do together. I love shopping, he hates
shopping; I love playing games, he hates playing games; he loves sports, I hate sports; he loves working out, I hate working out. Now, at least we have shooting in common.” Shopping is one of her passions, she admits. She shops both online and in stores.”I think I should go to a support group,” she teases. She adds that her other interests include decorating, cooking, reading and baking … and drinking Johnny Walker Black. “My husband and I do have that in common too!” she said.
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world. A man with a true spirit of achievement and leadership, it is to him we owe our reputation
as the world’s most loved champagne. Discover who we are, discover our vineyards and our
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Bartender Rachael Rittweger loves to build relationships. She’s great at it, actually. In addition to relating to her customers as a bartender at Tommy’s Coal Fire Pizza in Brick, she is a valued member of the Promotions Department of 105.7 The Hawk, where she is responsible for helping coordinate memorable special events to build relationships between listeners, the station and its sponsors.
Graduating from Rowan University in Glassboro with a degree in Radio/TV/Film, Rittweger is uniquely qualified for the position she holds at The Hawk. She worked her way up to the Promotions Department, beginning as one of the “Hawk Honeys,” appearing at various events. During this time, she says, her face was on calendars, playing cards and other promotional items.
After her stint as a “Hawk Honey,” she worked as an intern at the radio station in her last semester of college. The job in promotions brought her into the public eye, where she seems at home and comfortable; it allows her to be social, which is important to her. “I don’t have to be tied down in one place. My schedule
is open and my days include talking to people,” Rittweger says. “And I really love what I do,” she emphasizes.
Her job includes setting up the sound system and broadcast equipment, playing games and talking to people. “It’s a complex job and there are many things we are accountable for,” she explains. “When we’re doing events we are the ‘face’ of the radio station and are responsible for the way we present ourselves, for making our clients happy, and making sure the technical end is taken care of so there is no liability.”
This gracious and energetic young lady is also on the frontline for connection with the community, something else she enjoys. She especially loves getting involved in the radio’s charity events such as the recent Ocean of Love Billboard Radiothon, which raised $122,000 for the non-profit agency that provides assistance to Ocean County children with cancer. “A lot of kids came to the radiothon and told their story. It really was an emotional week, but it is uplifting to
know we can give back in this way,” she says.
At Tommy’s Coal Fired Pizza in her bartending role (which isn’t much different than interacting with Hawk fans) Rittweger also enjoys making drinks that she says she can “have a relationship with,” such as an Old Fashioned or a Singapore Sling. “I really like making those kinds of drinks,” she reveals. “It’s not like you’re just pouring liquor into a glass; you’re muddling, you’re putting together ingredients in such a way to form
this relationship,” she describes.
Stop by at Tommy’s Coal Fired Pizza and enjoy relating with the convivial Rachael Rittweger; she’ll also likely fill you in on fun promo events by The Hawk!
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A Goodnight Kiss recipe• 4 oz Champagne • 1 splash Campari® bitters• 1 sugar cube • 1 drop Angostura® bitters
Place a drop of angostura bitters on a sugar cube and drop into a champagne flute. Add champagne and splash of campari. Serve in a champagne flute
Bellini Cocktail• 2 oz peach nectar • 1 tspfresh lemon juice • 1 oz peach schnapps • 3 oz chilled, dry Champagne • ½ cup crushed ice
Mix the peach nectar, lemon juice and schnapps in a chilled glass. Add half a cup (or more) of crushed ice, stir, and add the champagne. (Serves 2). Served in a white wine glass
Champagne Irish Mist• 4 oz Champagne • ½ oz Irish Mist® herbal liqueur
Pour into a chilled champagne flute, and serve
Champagne Julep• 4 oz Champagne • 2 oz bourbon whiskey • 1 tsp superfine sugar • 6 mint leaves
Combine 4 mint leaves with the sugar and a few drops of water, and muddle well. Add the bourbon, and stir well. Strain into a Collins glass, add ice cubes and the champagne. Garnish with 2 mint leaves, and serve.
Mimosa• 2 oz orange juice • Champagne
Pour orange juice into a collins glass over two ice cubes. Fill with chilled champagne, stir very gently, and serve. Served in a Collins glass.
Diamond Fizz• 2 oz gin • juice of ½ lemon• 1 tsp powdered sugar • chilled Champagne
Shake gin, juice of lemon, and powdered sugar with ice and strain into a highball glass over two ice cubes. Fill with chilled champagne, stir, and serve.
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of success and glamour, with generosity and grandeur is our essential mission. Moët has been
associated with the sparkle of success and glamour ever since the House was founded in 1743 by
Claude Moët. These are the values that we share and the values that inspired the founder’s grandson Jean-Remy Moët to share our champagne with the
world. A man with a true spirit of achievement and leadership, it is to him we owe our reputation
as the world’s most loved champagne. Discover who we are, discover our vineyards and our
values. Discover our dedication to making fine champagnes that dazzle with the spirit of charisma
and accomplishment.
ibations
by Clare Marie Celano
Bartender Rachael Rittweger loves to build relationships. She’s great at it, actually. In addition to relating to her customers as a bartender at Tommy’s Coal Fire Pizza in Brick, she is a valued member of the Promotions Department of 105.7 The Hawk, where she is responsible for helping coordinate memorable special events to build relationships between listeners, the station and its sponsors.
Graduating from Rowan University in Glassboro with a degree in Radio/TV/Film, Rittweger is uniquely qualified for the position she holds at The Hawk. She worked her way up to the Promotions Department, beginning as one of the “Hawk Honeys,” appearing at various events. During this time, she says, her face was on calendars, playing cards and other promotional items.
After her stint as a “Hawk Honey,” she worked as an intern at the radio station in her last semester of college. The job in promotions brought her into the public eye, where she seems at home and comfortable; it allows her to be social, which is important to her. “I don’t have to be tied down in one place. My schedule
is open and my days include talking to people,” Rittweger says. “And I really love what I do,” she emphasizes.
Her job includes setting up the sound system and broadcast equipment, playing games and talking to people. “It’s a complex job and there are many things we are accountable for,” she explains. “When we’re doing events we are the ‘face’ of the radio station and are responsible for the way we present ourselves, for making our clients happy, and making sure the technical end is taken care of so there is no liability.”
This gracious and energetic young lady is also on the frontline for connection with the community, something else she enjoys. She especially loves getting involved in the radio’s charity events such as the recent Ocean of Love Billboard Radiothon, which raised $122,000 for the non-profit agency that provides assistance to Ocean County children with cancer. “A lot of kids came to the radiothon and told their story. It really was an emotional week, but it is uplifting to
know we can give back in this way,” she says.
At Tommy’s Coal Fired Pizza in her bartending role (which isn’t much different than interacting with Hawk fans) Rittweger also enjoys making drinks that she says she can “have a relationship with,” such as an Old Fashioned or a Singapore Sling. “I really like making those kinds of drinks,” she reveals. “It’s not like you’re just pouring liquor into a glass; you’re muddling, you’re putting together ingredients in such a way to form
this relationship,” she describes.
Stop by at Tommy’s Coal Fired Pizza and enjoy relating with the convivial Rachael Rittweger; she’ll also likely fill you in on fun promo events by The Hawk!
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RACHAEL RITTWEGER
A Goodnight Kiss recipe• 4 oz Champagne • 1 splash Campari® bitters• 1 sugar cube • 1 drop Angostura® bitters
Place a drop of angostura bitters on a sugar cube and drop into a champagne flute. Add champagne and splash of campari. Serve in a champagne flute
Bellini Cocktail• 2 oz peach nectar • 1 tspfresh lemon juice • 1 oz peach schnapps • 3 oz chilled, dry Champagne • ½ cup crushed ice
Mix the peach nectar, lemon juice and schnapps in a chilled glass. Add half a cup (or more) of crushed ice, stir, and add the champagne. (Serves 2). Served in a white wine glass
Champagne Irish Mist• 4 oz Champagne • ½ oz Irish Mist® herbal liqueur
Pour into a chilled champagne flute, and serve
Champagne Julep• 4 oz Champagne • 2 oz bourbon whiskey • 1 tsp superfine sugar • 6 mint leaves
Combine 4 mint leaves with the sugar and a few drops of water, and muddle well. Add the bourbon, and stir well. Strain into a Collins glass, add ice cubes and the champagne. Garnish with 2 mint leaves, and serve.
Mimosa• 2 oz orange juice • Champagne
Pour orange juice into a collins glass over two ice cubes. Fill with chilled champagne, stir very gently, and serve. Served in a Collins glass.
Diamond Fizz• 2 oz gin • juice of ½ lemon• 1 tsp powdered sugar • chilled Champagne
Shake gin, juice of lemon, and powdered sugar with ice and strain into a highball glass over two ice cubes. Fill with chilled champagne, stir, and serve.
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Discover Moët & Chandon Celebrating your accomplishments with moments
of success and glamour, with generosity and grandeur is our essential mission. Moët has been
associated with the sparkle of success and glamour ever since the House was founded in 1743 by
Claude Moët. These are the values that we share and the values that inspired the founder’s grandson Jean-Remy Moët to share our champagne with the
world. A man with a true spirit of achievement and leadership, it is to him we owe our reputation
as the world’s most loved champagne. Discover who we are, discover our vineyards and our
values. Discover our dedication to making fine champagnes that dazzle with the spirit of charisma
and accomplishment.
ibations
by Clare Marie Celano
Bartender Rachael Rittweger loves to build relationships. She’s great at it, actually. In addition to relating to her customers as a bartender at Tommy’s Coal Fire Pizza in Brick, she is a valued member of the Promotions Department of 105.7 The Hawk, where she is responsible for helping coordinate memorable special events to build relationships between listeners, the station and its sponsors.
Graduating from Rowan University in Glassboro with a degree in Radio/TV/Film, Rittweger is uniquely qualified for the position she holds at The Hawk. She worked her way up to the Promotions Department, beginning as one of the “Hawk Honeys,” appearing at various events. During this time, she says, her face was on calendars, playing cards and other promotional items.
After her stint as a “Hawk Honey,” she worked as an intern at the radio station in her last semester of college. The job in promotions brought her into the public eye, where she seems at home and comfortable; it allows her to be social, which is important to her. “I don’t have to be tied down in one place. My schedule
is open and my days include talking to people,” Rittweger says. “And I really love what I do,” she emphasizes.
Her job includes setting up the sound system and broadcast equipment, playing games and talking to people. “It’s a complex job and there are many things we are accountable for,” she explains. “When we’re doing events we are the ‘face’ of the radio station and are responsible for the way we present ourselves, for making our clients happy, and making sure the technical end is taken care of so there is no liability.”
This gracious and energetic young lady is also on the frontline for connection with the community, something else she enjoys. She especially loves getting involved in the radio’s charity events such as the recent Ocean of Love Billboard Radiothon, which raised $122,000 for the non-profit agency that provides assistance to Ocean County children with cancer. “A lot of kids came to the radiothon and told their story. It really was an emotional week, but it is uplifting to
know we can give back in this way,” she says.
At Tommy’s Coal Fired Pizza in her bartending role (which isn’t much different than interacting with Hawk fans) Rittweger also enjoys making drinks that she says she can “have a relationship with,” such as an Old Fashioned or a Singapore Sling. “I really like making those kinds of drinks,” she reveals. “It’s not like you’re just pouring liquor into a glass; you’re muddling, you’re putting together ingredients in such a way to form
this relationship,” she describes.
Stop by at Tommy’s Coal Fired Pizza and enjoy relating with the convivial Rachael Rittweger; she’ll also likely fill you in on fun promo events by The Hawk!
ixologist
RACHAEL RITTWEGER
A Goodnight Kiss recipe• 4 oz Champagne • 1 splash Campari® bitters• 1 sugar cube • 1 drop Angostura® bitters
Place a drop of angostura bitters on a sugar cube and drop into a champagne flute. Add champagne and splash of campari. Serve in a champagne flute
Bellini Cocktail• 2 oz peach nectar • 1 tspfresh lemon juice • 1 oz peach schnapps • 3 oz chilled, dry Champagne • ½ cup crushed ice
Mix the peach nectar, lemon juice and schnapps in a chilled glass. Add half a cup (or more) of crushed ice, stir, and add the champagne. (Serves 2). Served in a white wine glass
Champagne Irish Mist• 4 oz Champagne • ½ oz Irish Mist® herbal liqueur
Pour into a chilled champagne flute, and serve
Champagne Julep• 4 oz Champagne • 2 oz bourbon whiskey • 1 tsp superfine sugar • 6 mint leaves
Combine 4 mint leaves with the sugar and a few drops of water, and muddle well. Add the bourbon, and stir well. Strain into a Collins glass, add ice cubes and the champagne. Garnish with 2 mint leaves, and serve.
Mimosa• 2 oz orange juice • Champagne
Pour orange juice into a collins glass over two ice cubes. Fill with chilled champagne, stir very gently, and serve. Served in a Collins glass.
Diamond Fizz• 2 oz gin • juice of ½ lemon• 1 tsp powdered sugar • chilled Champagne
Shake gin, juice of lemon, and powdered sugar with ice and strain into a highball glass over two ice cubes. Fill with chilled champagne, stir, and serve.
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Gingerbread Martini Re-invent a favorite flavor of the holiday season into a tasty cocktail. Carry the flavor even further by dipping martini glasses in ginger liqueur and crushed gingersnaps. INGREDIENTS
2 teaspoons whipping cream 1 cup ice cubes Garnish: partially split vanilla bean brushed with liqueur and rolled in sugar (optional)
PREPARATION Dip glass rims in ginger liqueur and crushed gingersnaps. Store glasses in freezer up to 2 days. Stir together 2 Tbsp. ginger liqueur, vanilla-citrus liqueur, coffee-flavored rum, honey, and whipping cream in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes; cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish, if desired.
Cherry Frost This refreshing drink is composed of black cherry liqueur, brandy, crushed ice, and then topped off with sparkling white wine. Of course, no cocktail is complete
without a maraschino cherry on top! INGREDIENTS3 tablespoons black cherry liqueur 1 tablespoon brandy 1 cup crushed ice 4 tablespoons sparkling white wine Garnish: maraschino cherries (optional)
PREPARATIONCombine black cherry liqueur, brandy, and crushed ice in a cocktail shaker. Cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Strain into a Champagne flute, and top with sparkling white wine. Garnish, if desired.
Hot Buttered Rye This warm whiskey cocktail will keep you cozy on cold nights. Topped with a maple-cream mixture and fresh nutmeg, it may taste more like a dessert than a cocktail. INGREDIENTS1 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1/4 cup rye whiskey 6 tablespoons hot water 2 tablespoons ginger liqueur Freshly grated nutmeg
PREPARATIONBeat heavy cream and maple syrup with an electric mixer at medium speed 2 minutes or until consistency
of softened butter. Cover and chill 1 to 24 hours. Pour rye whiskey, hot water, and ginger liqueur into a 6-oz. heatproof cup. Top with about 1/4 cup maple-cream mixture and freshly grated nutmeg.
Capital Eggnog Trim the tree and get in the holiday spirit with a cup of homemade eggnog.
PREPARATIONCook milk, heavy cream, and 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 5 to 7 minutes or until steaming (about 150°). Reduce heat to low. Whisk together egg yolks and sugar in a large saucepan until smooth. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until mixture reaches at least 160° (about 25 minutes). Whisk milk mixture into egg mixture. Cool 30 minutes; transfer to a pitcher. Cover and chill 3 to 24 hours. Pour desired amount of praline or bourbon liqueur into each glass, if desired. Top with eggnog. Sprinkle with freshly ground nutmeg.
Frozen Cranberry Margaritas A mojito traditionally uses rum; here we use tequila instead, hence the fun title. Dip rims of glasses in lime juice and a mixture of equal parts kosher salt and sugar for a twist on salt-rimmed glasses.
INGREDIENTS1 (10-oz.) can frozen mojito mix 3/4 cup tequila 1/4 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons orange liqueur 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Ice
PREPARATIONCombine first 5 ingredients in a blender. Fill blender with ice to 5-cup level, and process until smooth. Serve immediately.
Jingle Juice Use candy canes as fun garnishes for this orange juice and vodka cocktail. Its red-orange color comes from the addition of maraschino cherry juice. INGREDIENTS5 cups orange juice 1 cup vodka $1/3 cup orange liqueur 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup maraschino cherry juice Garnishes: fruit-
flavored candy cane sticks, cherries with stems, orange and lemon slices
PREPARATIONStir together orange juice and next 4 ingredients; serve over ice. Garnish, if desired.Rudolph’s Spritzer: Omit vodka and orange liqueur. Add 2 cups chilled lemon-lime soft drink. Proceed as directed.
Sparkling Charleston CosmopolitanBoost your spirits with a Sparkling Charleston Cosmopolitan. This peach, orange, and white cranberry “Southern” cosmopolitan is topped off with sparkling white wine. INGREDIENTS1 cup crushed ice 3 tablespoons vodka 1 1/2 tablespoons peach nectar 1 tablespoon orange liqueur 1 tablespoon white cranberry juice 2 lemon wedges 2 tablespoons sparkling white wine Garnish: orange slice (optional)
PREPARATIONCombine crushed ice, vodka, peach nectar, orange liqueur, and 1 white cranberry juice in a cocktail shaker. Squeeze juice from lemon wedges into shaker. Place wedges in shaker. Cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Strain into a 6- to 8-oz. glass; discard lemon wedges and ice. Top with
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flavored candy cane sticks, cherries with stems, orange and lemon slices
PREPARATIONStir together orange juice and next 4 ingredients; serve over ice. Garnish, if desired.Rudolph’s Spritzer: Omit vodka and orange liqueur. Add 2 cups chilled lemon-lime soft drink. Proceed as directed.
Sparkling Charleston CosmopolitanBoost your spirits with a Sparkling Charleston Cosmopolitan. This peach, orange, and white cranberry “Southern” cosmopolitan is topped off with sparkling white wine. INGREDIENTS1 cup crushed ice 3 tablespoons vodka 1 1/2 tablespoons peach nectar 1 tablespoon orange liqueur 1 tablespoon white cranberry juice 2 lemon wedges 2 tablespoons sparkling white wine Garnish: orange slice (optional)
PREPARATIONCombine crushed ice, vodka, peach nectar, orange liqueur, and 1 white cranberry juice in a cocktail shaker. Squeeze juice from lemon wedges into shaker. Place wedges in shaker. Cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Strain into a 6- to 8-oz. glass; discard lemon wedges and ice. Top with
sparkling white wine. Garnish, if desired.
Merry Berry Christmas, Sugar! Make the kids feel like a part of the festivities with this mint and berry “mocktail.” With fresh raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries, Merry Berry Christmas, Sugar! party beverage is great in the summertime as well, but its vibrant red color makes it ideal for Christmas. INGREDIENTS5 fresh raspberries 4 fresh blueberries 2 fresh blackberries 1 1/2 tablespoons light agave nectar 5 fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 cup crushed ice 6 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons ginger ale Garnish: halved fresh raspberries and blackberries (optional)
PREPARATIONMuddle 5 fresh raspberries, blueberries, 2 fresh blackberries, light agave nectar, mint leaves, and lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Stir in crushed ice and water. Cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (7 to 10 seconds). Pour mixture into a 16-oz. glass, and top with ginger ale. Garnish, if desired.
Metrokane 7402 VIP Bar Tool Set - Black LeatherFor an eye-catching touch of class atop your home bar, consider Metrokane’s new VIP barware collection that combines the beautiful shine of stainless steel with the rich look of leather. Crafted from 18/8 stainless steel, the VIP Bar Tool Set includes strainer, citrus knife, stirrer, ice spoon, double-jigger measure and bottle opener. Tools and stand are wrapped with fine-stitched faux black leather. Allavino UM702 Classic Wine Bottle OpenerPerfect for serving holiday party guests who are wine enthusiasts, the Allavino UM702 Wine Opener Uncorking Machine allows you to easily uncork your bottle and spend more time enjoying your wine and your guests. It is made of zinc alloy and steel with a rich antique bronze finish and matching hardwood cherry finish handle and base. Its classic ornate design of grapevines and clusters of grapes bespeak a Napa Valley manor lifestyle. Set includes wine opener, metal bar support bracket, hardwood stand and handle.Metrokane Stainless Steel Bullet Cocktail ShakersFor those whose personal home decor is contemporary, these sleekly modern Metrokane Bullet Cocktail Shakers not only are functional, but will look beautiful on the bar. Available in 28-oz. and 18-oz., the shakers are made from polished 18/8-grade stainless steel and feature drip-free spout. Both are dishwasher safe and packaged in clear gift box. Red Happy Hour Barware SetRed is an iconic holiday color, and this barware set fits right into Christmas decor as well as comes in handy when mixing up drinks for guests! The red five-piece barware set includes 18-oz shaker, bar spoon, cocktail strainer, tongs and jigger. Made from stainless steel with rubberized coating for a comfortable grip.
Alluring Red Mosaic Champagne / Ice BucketIn keeping with the theme of read, this large stainless steel ice bucket surfaced with red and clear mosaic glass pattern can fit into various types of decor. The sturdy bucket holds a generous portion of ice and will fit any bottle. You can also order the companion smaller stainless-steel ice bucket with stainless-steel tongs; so you can use (or give) a bucket for champagne while the other is filled with ice cubes for other holiday libations. Art Glass and StemwareWhimsical, colorful and high-quality drinkware by artist Lolita Yancey will spark conversations and also show off part of your personality. There are dozens of designs for all kinds of folks and occasions. For Christmas, and for martini mavens, check out the Holiday Diva, Holiday Bouquet (also in Wine Glass) and Shop-A-Holiday (also in Wine Glass). Your wine lovers will enjoy sipping from the Naughty and Nice, Snow Angels, O Christmas Tree, Holiday Greetings, Happy Holidays a, Elf Party, Holiday Wine (with Lolita’s own recipe), plus many holiday party ware items. Visit designsbylolita.com. Liquor Holiday Gift SetsRight now, you can find your guests’ and giftee’s favorite liqueurs in beautiful holiday-themed gift boxes that often include two flutes and other goodies. Peruse your favorite liquor store. Or, for the more craft-minded, purchase his or her favorite bottle, then visit flea markets or second-hand stores to find decanters and unusual or antique stemware, as well as baskets, to create your own holiday cheer gift.
Finally, the staff at Venues NJ wishes you and yours a healthy, happy and joyous holiday season! See you next year with our January/February 2016 issue!
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Accessories for your Personal PubAs more and more boutique liquors and exotic flavor vodka line expansions come onto market, so too are new cocktails being invented by professional mixologists and enthusiasts. The following ideas serve up well for both the home mixologist as well as for gifts for a personal pub owner in your life! These ideas are courtesy of Beveragefactory.com, a terrific e-tailer specializing in mixology.
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BRICKBuffalo Wild Wings
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Happy Catering732-477-5111
Quaker Steak & Lube732-255-5823
River Rock Restaurant & Marina Bar732-840-1110
Tommy’s Coal Fired Pizza732-262-5180
BRIELLECraig’s
732-295-7929
The River Belle732-528-6620
CLIFFWOOD BEACHBlue Rock Cafe732-583-7699
COLTS NECKHuddy’s Inn
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EAST BRUNSWICKBrunswick Grove
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Gusto Grill732-651-2737
Tilted Kilt732-992-8532
EAST WINDSORBrewster’s Pub609-448-2258
EATONTOWNBogart’s
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EDISONQuaker Steak & Lube
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FARMINGDALECatering by Alex
732-462-9154
Lorenzo’s732-919-1177
Woody’s732-938-6404
FREEHOLDAmerican Hotel732-431-3220
The Cabin732-462-3090
El Mason732-308-9494
Metropolitan Café732-780-9400
TRE Restaurant(732) 751-4422
HAZLETPark East
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HIGHLANDSOff The Hook732-872-2006
HIGHTSTOWNTavern on the Lake
609-426-9345
JACKSONSurf Taco
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KEYPORTBurlew’s Seafood
& Steak732-497-0500
LITTLE SILVERLittle Szechuan732-842-3823
LONG BRANCHJack’s
732-870-8800Windmill
732-870-8282
MANALAPANTuscany
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MARLBOROCrown Palace732-780-8882
Fireside Grill732-780-7900
Nonna’s732-536-9050
Rosalita’s732-617-0099
Tuscany732-308-1118
MANCHESTERDonovan’s Bar & Grill
732-657-0006
MATAWANButttonwood Manor
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Catering by Maria732-566-7299
La Cashina732-834-0025
La Riviera732-566-8400
Mayer’s Catering732-591-8180
Sultan’s Palace732-566-1234
MIDDLETOWNMJ’s
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MONROERyan’s Pub & Sports Bar
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MORGANVILLERobertsville Catering
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Unforgettable732-970-0396
NEPTUNEKelly’s
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MJ’s732-918-9700
Pete & Elda’s732-774-6010
OLD BRIDGEBig Ed’s BBQ732-583-2626
Double D732-679-2999
Salsarita’s732-882-8530
Tuscany732-521-4500
PARAMUSTommy’s Coal Fired Pizza
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PT PLEASANTFerrara’s
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Martell’s732-892-0131
RED BANKSilver Spoon
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Now that his mother has died, he is determined to fill dynamically what for centuries has been a passive, ornamental role. This proactive attitude takes the specific form of his refusal to sign a bill, already passed by Parliament that would limit the rights of the press in invading personal privacy. You would think that Charles — whose first wife, Diana, was killed while fleeing paparazzi — would be sympathetic to such measures. But a principle is at stake, he insists, as is his very essence. And his stubbornness grows into monomania. Such stubbornness is met with horror by the reigning prime minister and strategically mixed emotions by the leader of the more conservative opposition party. When the conflict between Charles and his government
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What IS a Craft Beer?
To quote the great Bob Dylan, “The times, they are a changing.” The craft beer revolution is redefining how we classify beer. Less than a decade ago, categorizing a craft beer was easy. Google still has the antiquated definition of a craft beer as “a beer made in a traditional or non-mechanized way by a small brewery.” The huge growth of beers like Sam Adams and Sierra Nevada challenge this idea. Ask any beer guy if Sam Adams is craft beer, and unless he’s had a few pints too many, you will get a confident yes. Boston Beer Company, who brews Sam Adams, is also a nearly $3 billion business, hardly a small brewery.
Sometimes it’s easier to define something by saying what it is not. We can say for sure that Miller, Budweiser and Coors are definitely commercial beers and not craft. However in the past few years we have seen these companies buying up small craft breweries, and changing little in the way they put out the beer. For instance, Goose Island was a small brew-pub from Chicago that was purchased by Anheuser-Busch in 2011. AB still puts the beer out under the Goose Island label, they brew in the same brewery, and the recipe remains unchanged. Does this mean that
Goose Island is still a craft beer? The lines are getting a little fuzzy.
To add even more confusion, there are huge commercial breweries like Yeungling that brew what look and taste like unique, small batch craft beers. We recently tapped Yeungling’s IPL, India Pale Lager, at the Fireside Grill and Bar. The experienced craft beer drinkers at the bar all agreed that they were drinking a craft brew. However, not one person thought the flagship Yeungling Lager was a craft beer. What’s the big deal with being called a craft beer anyway? If you ask the Miller Coors Company it seems like a very big deal. Miller Coors was sued in a class action lawsuit recently for deceptive marketing of its wildly popular Blue Moon. The suit claims that Miller Coors intentionally leaves the Miller name off of everything associated with Blue Moon and brands the beer with the slogan “artfully crafted.” Miller Coors also charges up to 50% more for Blue Moon than other products.
It sort of reminds me of the music scene. Your local band is only your local band until they have a hit record and a world tour. Then they’re the sell-out pop band and a victim of their own success.
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Tim BelfordEarlier this year I was introduced to Mike Marino and
t h ro ug h that relationship I’ve been able to meet some very talented individuals. The subject of this month’s interview is Tim Belford. Tim, a Jersey born and bred comedian who’s been at this for over 15 years, has appeared all over the tri-state area and beyond. He’s been heard on The Howard Stern Show and Opie and Anthony. His politically incorrect humor is drawing crowds that rival those of another politically incorrect local comic who also happens to be running for president and I’m not talking about Mike. But that might be a story for another day.
Let’s hear a little from Tim:
Venues-NJ: Tim, you’re a lifelong Jersey Shore guy. Before you got shanghaied into this crazy business, where were you and what got you into it?
Tim Belford: Steve what got me into comedy was actually a painful divorce.
I was steeped in rejection, loneliness and depression. I said to myself “What better time to follow my dream to make people laugh and pursue a career in standup comedy?” I started with open mikes and met Mike Marino and we became instant friends.
V-NJ: You’ve played all the big clubs as well as numerous smaller venues. Any particular memories stand out for you after all these shows? How about any particular venues?
TB: There are two memories that stand out the most. One was opening for Artie Lange at The Electric Factory in Philly where I got to meet the old Stern crew including Beetlejuice. The place was packed, the crowd was insane & Artie was one of the nicest people I ever met in my life. The other was doing The MTV Summer Jam in Manasquan where I met a girl I ended up seeing for three years. After the show we went for a drive and I parked down by the beach. We were making out and I asked her if she wanted to go in the back seat. She said no she wanted to stay in the front seat with me. (Ba-da-bum!!) Not real bright but she was a lovely girl.
V-NJ: Would anyone from your past be surprised at what you’re doing now?
TB: No, I don’t think anyone from my past would be surprised at what I’m doing now. In fact I’m sure they somehow expected it... In high school I was involved in theater and comedy talent shows. I was also voted class clown and in life I just never stopped joking so I doubt anyone’s surprised.
V-NJ: So do have a “real job” or is this it for you?
TB: Comedy is it for me, it’s all I want to do and all I need.
V-NJ: : Got any thoughts on where you might be in 5 years?
TB: In five years I will be touring the country, selling out major venues and starring in my own sitcom called “Healthnutz” based on my experience as a nutritional consultant & life coach. If none of that works out I can always fall back on hobbies like drawing mustaches on billboard faces.
V-NJ: What do you have going on in the NY/NJ area for the next few months?
TB: Over the next few months I will be doing what I love, gigging like a machine all over the tri-state area and putting smiles on people’s faces!
For more info on Tim check out his website at comediantimbelford.com.
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Sadly, Selena Coppack’s aBostonian and doesn’t understand that the only real teams to root for are in NY and NJ. I jest of course (kinda, sorta). Coppack has been performing stand up for eight years and her new book, The New Rules For Blondes, launches in April.
Were you “the funny one” growing up?
I come from a very funny home and my older sister Laurel is a comedian, too. So I wasn’t really ‘the funny one’ at home so much as Laurel and I spent a lot of time writing musicals in our bedrooms, choreographing strange dance numbers, and watching “Saturday Night Live” since age 7. I think that my parents and oldest sister Emily are super hilarious, too. But yes, I’ve always been a bit of a ham and really interested in comedy and performing.
Along those lines, did you do all the school productions? Where’d you grow up? Or rather, if you’re anything like me, where were you raised?
I grew up outside of Boston and I did all of the school plays growing up -- I absolutely loved performing and the excitement of rehearsing and being in shows. I did some professional theater in Boston (at the Boston Baked Theater--now gone) and in high school I became interested in singing, too. I went to college in upstate NY where I majored in English and didn’t do any of the plays on campus; but I was in the only co-ed a cappella group on campus (the Hamilton College Hamiltones) and the improv troupe. After school I moved to Chicago
to study improv comedy further and it was improv that really led me to standup. I did improv for years and eventually I just got sick of working with other people, which makes me sound like a total curmudgeon, I know.
Stand up is very tough. You have to be able to take rejection. How’d you handle your first bomb, unless you’re the one comic who’s never experienced that?
The rejection is definitely hard and it’s something that everyone -- even my comedy idols -- have experienced at some point. Early on I think that I wanted the audience to like me, which can be dangerous territory, especially for female comedians. You have to be confident and feel entitled to be up there with the microphone and that took me a while to figure out -- how to just own the stage and trust myself more. I think of standup as like training a dog -- if you get out there and you’re confident and in control, the audience is with you. But if you exude a sense of nervousness or you seem insecure, they’ll eat you alive. I’ve been doing standup for about eight years and even now sometimes I’ll have a show where I can sense that certain people in the audience aren’t completely on board with me and it makes me feel nervous, but I know to just plow through it and keep on going and eventually I’ll hit on a joke or reference that wins them over.
Is this a means to an end? “SNL”, sitcoms, head writer--what’s your goal?
I definitely don’t think of standup as a means to an end and I think that comedians who do are pretty miserable people. It has to be its own reward or else you’re crazy to do this thing. But as far as my goal, mine is pretty broad: I’d like for my comedy (performance, writing) to pay for my life. I don’t know exactly how that will shake out, but I’d like my job to be what I love to do, which is write and perform comedy. I have a book coming out in April (The New Rules for Blondes, from It Books/HarperCollins), which I hope will open up new opportunities for me. It’s a collection of humorous essays celebrating and subverting the blonde stereotype, but it’s for readers of all hair colors.
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w/ DJ Jersey Joe 4-7pmRosalita’s – Live MusicTRE – Live MusicFRIDAY, DEC. 25 CHRISTMAS DAY
Market Yard Grille – Live MusicMetropolitan Café – Live DJRosalita’s – Live MusicTRE – Live MusicSATURDAY, DEC. 26Blue Rock – Live BandsThe Cabin – Golden Seal @ 10pmGame Time Bar & Grill – Nine Deeez NightLa Riviera – Live Music / DJMarket Yard Grille – Live MusicMJs / Middletown – DJsMJs / Neptune – DJ’sMJs / Spotswood – DJsMetropolitan Café – Live DJRiver Rock – Guns 4 Hire Duo
4-7pm; DJ Adam @ 10pmRosalita’s – Live MusicP.J. Sweeney’s – Live BandsTRE – Live MusicSUNDAY, DEC. 27
Blue Moon – Jazz Jam @ 3pmTUESDAY, DEC. 29Blue Rock – 80’s Night w/ DJ SwayFireside Grill – Trivia Night @ 8pmMJs / Matawan – Trivia NightMJs / Neptune – Trivia NightRiver Rock – Trivia & Game Night
7-9pm; DJ Q @ 9pmP. J. Sweeney’s – World Tavern Poker @ 7pmWEDNESDAY, DEC. 30Game Time Bar & Grill – World
Tavern PokerMJs / Matawan – KaraokeMJs / Neptune – Sing Along w/ Shawn MarsMJs Tinton Falls – Trivia NightRiver Rock – DJ Adam @ 9pmTHURSDAY, DEC. 31 NEW YEARS EVE
The Cabin – New Years Eve Party w/ Eddie Testa Band @ 10pm
Fireside Grill – New Years Eve Party @ 9pmMarket Yard Grille – New Years Eve Gala @ 9pmMartell’s – New Years Eve Party w/
Dr. Cheeko & Mike Dalton BandRiver Rock – New Years Eve Bash
w/ Event Horizon @ 10pm
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Sunday, Dec. 13A Very Electric ChristmasState TheaterNew Brunswick, NJ
Tuesday, Dec. 15An Irish ChristmasCount Basie TheatreRed Bank, NJ
Monday, Dec. 21Rudolph The Red-Nosed ReindeerState TheaterNew Brunswick, NJ
Tuesday, Dec. 22BaysideThe Stone PonyAsbury Park, NJ
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Saturday, Dec. 05Harrah’s
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Saturday, Dec. 05Tropicana
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Sunday - Tuesday, Dec. 06 - 8Tropicana
Holiday Magic
Friday, Dec. 11Caesar’s
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Saturday, Dec. 12Golden NuggetMichael Bolton
Sunday, Dec. 27BorgataThe Roots
Thursday, Dec. 31Boardwalk Hall ArenaKevin Hart
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Friday, Jan. 15TropicanaLarry Graham & Graham Central Station
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The Last Word.
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About Move For Hunger: As you may be aware, many people
throw out a good deal of “stuff” when they move. Unfortunately, a lot
of this “stuff” is food that could be delivered to a family in need rather
than thrown away. That’s where we come in …. by teaming up with
relocation companies across the country, Move For Hunger is creating
one of the nation’s largest year-round service programs. Our movers
offer to pick up the unwanted, non-perishable food items from those
who are moving and deliver it to their local food banks.
Move For Hunger Fundraiser
What: Kids Toy Making & Food Drive
When: December 17 & 18, 2015; 12 Noon – 2pm
Where: The Grand Arcade (Convention Hall), Asbury Park
Contact: Move For Hunger 814 Asbury Ave., Asbury Park, NJ (732) 774-0521 or The Grand Arcade (732) 897-6500
Personal ResponsibilityMoral, legal or mental accountability;reliable, trustworthy; able to answer
for ones conduct or obligations.
It’s the end-of-year holiday season. Time to get together with friends and family to celebrate the happenings of the past year and to look forward to the events of the coming year. This is truly a time for fun and social activities. But, it can easily turn into a nightmare. While celebration and “good cheer” are certainly part of the end of year activities, a call for personally responsibility is a must.
As we all realize, it is too easy to overdo when at a party and celebrate to excess. We all must remember Rule # 1: DON’T DRINK & DRIVE.
As a consumer or “party go-er” this is paramount, not only this time of year, but always. If you plan to party to excess, or think you might, plan ahead … arrange in advance for a designated driver, a taxi or an Uber.
As a proprietor or owner of a venue where a holiday party is taking place, you too have both a personal and business responsibility. Make certain your staff (both bartenders & servers) are trained and understand the importance of recognizing a patron who may have been over-served or “had too much already.” Your business might depend on it!
According to the NHTSA, over 1.5 million people are arrested annually in the U.S. for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The results of such arrests and convictions can cause severe financial hardships including loss of license, legal costs, serious fines, insurance surcharges, possible loss of a job and even jail time. All this could cost you up to $15,000 - $20,000. So do not take it lightly. It’s not a laughing matter!
So, enjoy the end-of-year holiday celebrations, have fun, but take personal responsibility … DO NOT DRINK & DRIVE.
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Head over to the Asbury Park boardwalk’s Grand Arcade (located in the Convention Hall) and make a fun holiday craft to take home, and visit with Santa! There is a $3 donation OR you can bring a non-perishable food item(s) for donations which goes to local charity Move For Hunger, helping families in need this holiday season. Limit one craft/toy per child.
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