By Shari Goldstein Stern Telling this story might have been unthinkable in past decades, but it’s claiming audiences’ attention and reverence across generations today. While the intense “Dear Evan Hansen” is a musical with a lovely score, its lyrics support the story of tough, while currently familiar, recognizable, human challenges. “Dear Evan Hansen” delivers audiences […]
By Stephen Sardone After gobbling up that big Thanksgiving meal, possibly snoozing in your big easy chair and yelling at the TV at the Dallas Cowboys, there is little time to enjoy the leftovers. The pressure is on to ready the house for Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or Christmastime, and it can be as tough as Santa’s […]
Cake: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon cardamom 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups pumpkin butter Grated zest of 1 orange […]
By R. H. Lannen In the last few years, The Heights has solidified itself as a staple in the Lakewood shopping center, an area that has made or broken restaurants throughout the years. By offering a southern-inspired menu and a well-equipped coffee bar, the restaurant has gained a strong following with the growing and changing […]
By David Mullen Thanksgiving is the time for sharing a great meal and spicy conversation with friends and family. It is also time for our annual “Turkeys of the Year Awards” in sports. The turkey buffet could be endless, but we will stop at the “raspberrys.” Conor McGregor. Every time the popular Irish UFC fighter […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Holiday house guests are on the horizon. My parents are coming for Thanksgiving, and I’m already worried that my new dog Maisie — a 65-pound lab who’s long on affection and short on manners — will accidentally knock over my 77-year-old, 100-pound mother. Because I rarely have visitors, my dogs aren’t […]
By Shari Goldstein Stern Girls and women tend to be sentimental and into traditions; boys and men, not so much. But here’s the story of 22 guys from Bryan Adams High School, ’66 and ’67, who are sentimental about a tradition they initiated on Thanksgiving Day 60 years ago. In fact, Bryan Renfro and Brent […]
2 tablespoons white miso 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved Salt and pepper Heat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment. In a mixing bowl, whisk together miso, vinegar and butter. Add Brussels sprouts and toss to coat. Spread […]
By Chic DiCiccio Imagine a Venn diagram of “Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid Fans” and “Star Wars Fans.” The section that intersects would read “The Mandalorian Fans.” There is a moment in the first episode of Disney+’s highly anticipated series “The Mandalorian” that flat out copies the penultimate scene of that beloved western. Of […]
By David Mullen Ed Chao took software to the hardwood. Chao is the founder of Hoop Club (hoopclub.org), an online community of pick-up basketball players wanting exercise, convenience, a dedicated court and most importantly, playing time. Born in Houston, Chao grew up in Lake Highlands playing basketball in his driveway like so many did in […]