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CONTENTS

MUSIC The Lawsuits ........................................................ 18 ARTIST Jack Frank ............................................................ 24 HOME Remodeling Made Easy ....................................... 30 SPOTLIGHT The Bucks County Guild of Craftsmen ............... 36 COMMUNITY The Bucks County Service Industry Charities ..... 40 SEMANTICS The Importance of Being Earnest ....................... 44 FOOD & DINING The National Hotel ............................................... 58 BACKPAGE August Beauty ..................................................... 54

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Publisher: Pearson Publishing Editor-in-Chief: Justin Elson Managing Editor: Jack Firneno Art Director: Paul Rowlands Photography: Wendy McCardle Nicole Leigh Contributing Writers: Justin Elson Jack Firneno Carla Merolla Odell Kyle Bagenstose April Solla Catherine Whalen Ingrid Weidman Anna Palij Scott Holloway Distribution Manager: Tom Cormican Graphic Designer: Lyndsay Jurema To advertise, contact us at 215.896.2767 or via email at info@dtownmag.com. For all editorial content, contact us at editor@dtownmag.com.

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EDITORS LETTER

Everyone needs Even editors.

ut working with somewhatlimited resources and extremely limited time, Im not always afforded such luxuries. If I took anything from my years at Temple besides an admittedly sweet student ID with no dates or years thats paid quite a few dividends over time it was the notion that your first draft is never, never your last. With those lessons in mind, my first pass on this months Editors Letter read like a break-up. The old its not you, its me routine. But I quickly thought better of it after wondering if George Costanza still held the trademark. My second attempt read like a eulogy. Not to state the obvious but I quickly abandoned that line of thought. My third and fourth takes, if I were a writer from another generation, would have been ripped dramatically from a typewriter, crumpled into small balls and tossed triumphantly across the room. My fifth read like an apology. Yet another dead end. But with a deadline looming and a seemingly endless pile of discarded ideas growing before me, I settled on
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a decidedly direct approach. The issue youre currently holding in your hands will be the last edition of dtown youll ever read. (Id like to imagine a collective gasp rising around the area at the conclusion of that sentence.) But after over four years, were hardly packing up our tents and skipping town. To perhaps borrow an analogy from a harlequin novel, as one sun sets, another rises. Next month, youll find Radius Magazine gracing the same places youd normally find your trusty dtown. September will mark our first issue under the new name, as well as welcome opportunities for everyone who has toiled to grow this publication from humble beginnings to what it is today. Of course, that still leaves the white elephant in the room. Why? While were certainly excising the hard work thats been poured into establishing dtown as a player in the local publishing scene, weve outgrown the limitations that a word can sustain. Our distribution and circulation has grown well beyond the confines of Doylestown Borough. Our advertisers are scattered throughout Bucks, Hunterdon

BY JUSTIN ELSON

an editor.
and soon-to-be Lehigh Counties, and we need to serve their interests, as well. But perhaps most importantly, weve always held a firm belief that our mission, beyond promoting the arts, was to build community. We feel weve accomplished those goals in one small town and are ready to connect a larger area in ways perhaps that no one has envisioned before. It might sound grandiose, but thats always been our style. So what can you expect? While it might be a new name, the staff is remaining intact. But with less-stringent boundaries, Im looking forward to spreading my creative wings. Youll still find your favorite sections, but you might also grow to love what we have in store. New voices and new takes. The magazine will retain its signature size, but there will certainly be design features added. In sum, youll recognize the magazine and hopefully love what we have to offer. And for the proverbial rabbit in the hat, dtown isnt disappearing forever. Instead, were reconfiguring its presence and handing it off. Teenagers will take the reins, managing every aspect of the publishing business: producing the editorial, finding advertisers, keeping the books, designing and laying out every issue, the works. Advertising revenue will be used solely to finance production, and any profits will go to support other community initiatives. Well oversee their efforts, offering our guidance, resources and experience. We like to think of it as a real-world school newspaper with greater responsibilities and freedoms. Students with interests in business, writing, photography or graphic design are invited to contact us at info@dtownmag.com for more information. And dont forget about the dtown daily smart-phone app. Users will be alerted to the best deals in Doylestown, as well as any new specials happening at your favorite restaurants and stores. So as we turn another page, thank you doesnt seem like nearly a strongenough sentiment for your support over the last four-plus years. Its been a real adventure. And we look forward to continuing it with you.
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AROUND TOWN

As dtown says its goodbyes,

we turn to members of the Doylestown Photo Club and their trusty cameras for one last look at the sights that make our area so photogenic.

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Photo Courtesy of Margaret McLaughlin

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE DOYLESTOWN PHOTO CLUB 1 2

Photo 1 courtesy of Judy McKeon. Photo 2 courtesy of Kathy Peoples. Photos 3 and 4 courtesy of Margaret McLaughlin.

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The Lawsuits
SONIC SOUL-SEARCHING AND SWELLING STARDOM

hen Brian Dale Allen Strouse answers his phone, he is quickly approaching the Massachusetts state line. As both the frontman and guitarist for the Lawsuits, a neo-folk band out of Bucks County, he and the rest of the group are on their way to the Caravan Festival in Maine. It will be their first appearance there, but theyre co-headlining the bill. The event, expected to draw around 400 people, employs a unique technique for crafting its lineup. Its basically a bunch of bands from Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York, who all head up north to play for a different audience, Strouse explains. The approach is almost perfectly suited for the Lawsuits that, says Strouse, chase but one thing: The main goal, at least for me, has always been to write
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and record music and have some type of audience for it. Its not exactly an earth-shattering revelation, but, as the band barrels towards New England the furthest from home theyve played to date Strouse talks about the road that led them to the one theyre on now. And like every good story, there are a few twists in it. The Lawsuits landed their slot on the Caravan Festival thanks to a record-release party they played in April. The manager of another band on the bill that night liked what they were doing and invited them to join the Maine lineup. Ironically, they were promoting an album they dont feel is their best. It was too short, and it was rushed, Strouse says, bluntly. It sounds like a folk-rock band teleported back to 1988 with Poison producing their album.

BY JACK FIRNENO PHOTOS COURTESY OF MATT SMITH/HOT BOX STUDIOS

Maybe Hot Love, the release in question and the bands second official outing, wasnt exactly what they were looking for. But it still works as a solid slice of rollicking indie-folk. Imagine an almost poppier Highway 61 Revisited. But even if the band wasnt fully satisfied, as listeners, theres still plenty more to choose from. The Lawsuits Bandcamp page, a Web site that allows artists to sell both their music and merchandise directly, offers their first record, Darleen, along with plenty of unofficial, homemade recordings. They trace history of the band, which, at one point, boasted 12 members. Three guitarists, two backup singers, saxophone, piano, auxiliary percussion. Very chaotic, Strouse laughs. Its difficult enough just to manage yourself day-to-day let alone that many people. The small army that once was the Lawsuits played almost exclusively at John and Peters in New Hope, but, as the core members grew more serious about the band, the lineup pared down to its current five-piece incarnation. With players hailing from Bucks County

At one time, the world was very small to us [but] the industry is like the universe: it goes on forever.
Brian Dale Allen Strouse

and Philadelphia, the Lawsuits were steadily drawing fans from across the region by the time they entered the studio to record Hot Love. With that last batch of songs, we wanted to have a big release and get them out there for anyone who was interested, Strouse
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MUSIC

says, reflecting on the thought process that preceded the actual recordings. He tells the story of how the band switched studios after they were disappointed with the initial tracks, did their best to have them remixed and learned an important lesson in the process: Spending the majority of your energy on pre-production and thinking a lot about what exactly youre trying to achieve is extremely important. We learned that by trial and error. To that end, the Lawsuits have enlisted Bill Moriarty, whos worked with prominent Philadelphia artists like Dr. Dog, Man Man and Drink Up Buttercup, to produce their next record. Hes worked with some of our favorite bands, and were confident he can help us get an accurate representation of what were trying to do, Strouse says. And that actual portrayal may come just in time as soon there will be more people hearing the Lawsuits music
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than ever before. In August, the band is playing the 22nd-Annual Rittenhouse Concert in the Park Series, where theyll be performing both their own music and backing up the Philadelphiabased hip-hop group Ground Up. And in September, theyll be sharing the stage with acts like Frank Turner and Yo La Tengo at the WHYY Connections Festival. Its definitely interesting, says Strouse, of the bands upcoming gigs and how its gotten to where it is now. At one time, the world was very small to us. We were just trying to find gigs. Now were thinking about things like the best producer to help carve out our sound and which PR company is the best fit for our music. The industry is like the universe; it goes on forever. Every day, were learning something new. Go online at facebook.com/thelawsuits

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ARTIST

Jack Frank
AN ARTIST IN TRANSITION

or Phillipsburg-based artist Jack Frank, painting used to be a painstaking endeavor, necessitating hours of preparation and effort. As a result and perhaps due to the demands of a full-time job as a graphic designer and illustrator and single fatherhood he only took brush to canvas about two or three times a year. But in recent months, Frank has discovered that its not so much the finished product as it is simply the process of arriving there. Any artist knows that a canvas is never really finished, he explains. But that ability to walk away is just as important as any technique. My latest work is not only my best but also my most freeing. I identify with it much more than anything Ive done before. Frank credits his creative renaissance to his new approach and outlook on
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his work. Now, when he sits down to paint, its usually without a clear idea or direction in mind. He applies his paint directly to the canvas, eschewing the typical preparatory sketches or mixing on the canvas. What results is often something he didnt anticipate, a fitting end to his freer, looser and moreorganic approach. In one of his nude portraits, for example, he wasnt quite satisfied with the finished product, so he added a disheveled mop of dark hair in a momentary flash of inspiration. The last-minute change was what saved the painting, he says. Then, of course, there are the paintings that gradually build upon a style hes already explored. A simple, straightforward still life of peaches might transition to a display of peaches alongside a bowl of cherries; future iterations work upon the same theme. And just as the composition within each work evolves, so does the technique of continually shifting colors and

BY APRIL SOLLA AND JUSTIN ELSON / PHOTOS COURTESY OF JACK FRANK

When you can touch the canvas and it has bumps and ridges, you can imagine where the brush was.
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brushstrokes: thick, wide, pronounced lines and even an errant glob of paint. And Frank wouldnt have it any other way. When you can touch the canvas and it has bumps and ridges, you can imagine where the brush was, he says. It adds to the story of the painting. I remember painting every single canvas Ive done and where I was. I can almost remember my hand moving across the canvas. I mostly paint just to have fun. Sometimes its an adventure. While Franks dark lines perhaps the result of his illustrative background and heavy strokes are largely inspired by the styles of Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Cezanne and Pablo Picasso, the influence of the masters in his paintings may be even more obvious. In a recent study of one of Cezannes works, Frank mimicked the Post-Impressionists composition of pears and oranges on a ruffled white tapestry. I changed the colors and added a lot of wrinkles
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and lines, he says. The dark and light pulls you in a bit. Frank also painted an homage to Van Goghs Chair and Picassos Guitar, combining the two by leaning the instrument against furniture but adding his own twist with a bold, red-tiled background. When hes not emulating the works of these icons, Frank finds a plentiful supply of inspiration in photographs. And in people, hes found subjects that both inspire and push his ever-evolving style beyond perhaps sometimes selfimposed limits. Theres something very interesting and compelling about the human form, Frank says. You can spend a lot of time sketching, but its a lot more interesting when you can break the mold a bit. I used to be a little too focused on the fine details and capturing a certain photo-realistic vibe. As a painter, you dont have to be too real. I prefer to focus on texture, pigment and the feel of a canvas. When

BY APRIL SOLLA AND JUSTIN ELSON / PHOTOS COURTESY OF JACK FRANK

the lines are freer and the composition is a little looser, you get a more expressive painting. In perhaps finding himself as an artist, Frank has also discovered another facet in his work that he describes as a child-like quality. In shedding some of the conventions that slowed his process in the past, his latest canvases have developed a distinct voice that is Franks alone. Theres a Picasso quote that has always stayed with me, he says. Im paraphrasing a bit here but its something like, It took me four years to paint like Raphael and a lifetime to paint like a child. Considering the source and the sentiment, theyre certainly words to live and paint by. To learn more or contact Jack Frank about his work, email him at jack.jsf@gmail.com.

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HOME

[Remodeling] freshens up the home you live in now and prepares it for the market, even if thats years away.
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GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR HOMEIMPROVEMENT PROJECT

o youve lived in the same house since your children were young, and now they have homes of their own. However, your space is hardly in the same condition it was back then. And, in this economy, buying a new house isnt always a viable option. Faced with certain financial realities and perhaps a longing for whats familiar, more people are now looking toward remodeling instead of moving. With the economy the way its been, a lot of people are now realizing they need to upgrade their homes, explains Rocco DeLise, owner of Finer Finishes, LLC, who brings his 15-plus years experience in general contracting to his Doylestown-based home-refinishing company. It freshens up the home you live in now and prepares it for the

market, even if thats years away. We sat down with DeLise to get a few ideas for small changes around the house that go a long way and tips for how to tackle one of the bigger, more-popular remodeling projects: the bathroom. GETTING BIG RESULTS FROM SMALL CHANGES. They say its the little things that make the biggest differences. And its often small changes that truly change the overall appearance of any space. You can take a dining room and put up crown molding, chair rails or shadow boxing, DeLise suggests. Theyre little things, but they add a lot of character. It also increases the value of the house. Slightly larger projects like replacing old tiles or wood flooring can add new and even unexpected vibrancy. Floors get worn down over time, so you dont always realize it, he explains. Installing a new one will give you an immediate, dramatic change.

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BY ANNA PALIJ PHOTOS BY NICOLE LEIGH AND COURTESY OF ROCCO DELISE

Smaller improvements cost less than larger projects, so the results can be spread out around your home over time. Theyre often more unobtrusive, too. A tile or wood floor usually takes up to around five days, and its not that messy or dusty, DeLise says. Especially as opposed to a few weeks for an entire room.

And there are plenty of options for enhancing a popular remodeling project like the bathroom. DeLise suggests changing the vanity and countertop, upgrading fixtures or replacing the shower walls using updated tile: Additions like these are simple, affordable, and quickly add value to your home.

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HOME

only six. I make it a point not to take away the effect theyre looking for. Instead, I find different ways to achieve it. Ultimately, with the proper planning and a little shopping around, you can get what youre looking for at the price you want. THE ONLY THING TO FEAR In DeLises experience, many homeowners shy away from renovating a bathroom, fearing both the monetary and time investment. A lot of clients see a project like a bathroom as being this monstrous feat that just scares them, he says. But bathrooms are one of the easier projects to tackle, DeLise assures. The key is to go into the project expecting a complete overhaul. You have to start fresh when doing a bathroom remodel, especially if its in an older home, he advises. Even a house thats just 20 years old is going to have some problems somewhere. This is your opportunity to uncover them, and make sure everything is working to its full potential. Tackling an entire room might also uncover hidden problems. And while it might drive up the price of your project slightly, that money is being spent on removing potential health hazards and, when it comes time to sell, securing the price youll get for your home. If something like a faulty shutoff valve or some mold on a tile in the corner of the bathroom shows up on a home inspection report, your potential buyer can very easily start knocking thousands off your asking price, DeLise says. For more information on all of DeLises services, go online at finerfinishesllc.net.

MAKE YOUR MONEY WORK FOR YOU For many, home-improvement projects are a substantial expense with even just a one-room overhaul potentially nearing the value of the entire home. But just as allocating your money across small projects in different parts of the house can enhance its overall appearance, spreading your funds across just one room can have the same effect. You can spend thousands of dollars on a few high-end fixtures, and some people like that. DeLise says. He suggests forgoing that stateof-the-art showerhead for something like radiant floor heating, better tile or a nicer shower glass enclosure as another way to approach a remodel. The options for add-ons in a bathroom are almost endless, DeLise continues. From countertops to fixtures and even tile, there are simply so many ways to approach it and add variety and style to your space. Its important to break up the budget to afford all the amenities you want. But DeLise is also careful to remind customers to be prepared to tweak some of their selections in order to stay within their budget. After the initial estimate, I spend a lot of time with a client finding ways to lower the price, he says. Its often small changes like switching from tile thats $8 per square foot to one that costs
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SPOTLIGHT

The Bucks County Guild of Craftsmen

ON DISPLAY IN NEW HOPE

ucks County has always had a reputation for its natural beauty and the artwork it inspires. And deeply engrained in that culture is a community of craftsmen, who work with wood, clay and metal, as well as paint and canvas. Theres a tremendous amount of variety, explains Mindy Spray, spokeswoman for the Bucks County Guild of Craftsmen (BCGC). Its everything from wood and fiber to pottery, gold and glass. Founded more than 40 years ago, the Guild boasts around 100 members and diligently endeavors toward helping local craftsmen both network and find outlets for their work. Later this month, the group is holding their first Fine Crafts at the Winery show. Scheduled for August 25 and 26 at the New Hope Winery, the event will divide the winerys barn and patio into booths, each displaying the fare of a variety of craftsman for the enjoyment
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of the public. The show will also feature a wine tasting and snacks. Admission is free. Were really excited about this partnership, Spray says. The winery has worked with local musicians before and has opened their venue to visual artists. They were very happy to work with us. Guild members hope that the event will become an annual happening similar to some of the highly regarded art shows across the area. Spray says the show is juried, meaning only craftsmen who produce the highest-quality products are included. And while this might exclude some, it ensures each exhibitors work displays an excellence that distinguishes them from the mainstream. The original works of our featured craftsmen have been juried for excellence in craftsmanship, resolved design and unique style, Spray explains. Taken together, these benchmarks produce a Wow factor that our customers appreciate.

BY KYLE BAGENSTOSE / PHOTOS COURTESY OF MINDY SPRAY

Theres a certain sophistication in the residents and buyers of this area. They want real wood, real pottery something that someone made with their hands. Mindy Spray

Its the culture of Bucks County, she continues, that allows such work to thrive. Theres a certain sophistication in the residents and buyers of this area. People here anticipate handmade goods, Spray explains. They want real wood, real pottery something that someone made with their hands. They appreciate the joy of discovering a new craft, the perfect piece for their home and learning how it was made. The BCGC is one of 11 chapters comprising the larger Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen (PGC). There are other craft groups like goldsmiths, potters, woodworkers. Theyre all very strong, but it can be difficult to network with others throughout the state, Spray says. The PGC acts as an umbrella group for all craftsmen. In addition to inherently incubating the continuation of long-held crafting traditions, the BCGC sponsors monthly programs and networking events,

as well as providing its members the opportunities to display their work whether at shows or online. And this month, Spray says, she hopes to see residents from around the area come out and support their local craftsmen: Were you neighbors and friends, and were all here in Bucks County. Come see what we do. For more information on the Bucks County Guild of Craftsmen and a complete schedule of events, go online at bucksguild.org.
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COMMUNITY

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(BAR)TENDING TO THE COMMUNITY

ou almost certainly know their faces if not their names. Theyre always quick with a smile, a joke, some sage advice or a patient ear. And while theyre typically on the other end of a beer tap or your table, you likely count them among your friends. And this summer, some of your favorite bartenders and servers are serving up more than just your favorite food and beverage. Theyre doling out some much-needed help to those who need it most. Born from the popular but intermittent Bar Wars and pig roast events sponsored in the past by the Doylestown Maennerchor, seven service-industry professionals in the borough banded together to make a difference in their community. Earlier this year, Erin Crump of the Penn Taproom; Jen Jeletic of Finneys Pub; Steve Marks, Kathy Carr and Todd Herron of the Maennerchor;
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Adam Fowler of the Iron Abbey; and Kate Kaufelds of 86 West founded the Bucks County Service Industry Charities (BCSIC). We thought that if we combined the events and our efforts, we could give back to the community that has given so much to us, Crump says. We may not have a lot of money or very much extra time, but, in our experience, weve found that our fellow bartenders and servers are very generou people. And with the connections were able to make in these positions, we can build bridges and garner support for our cause. This weekend, the BCSIC is holding their first event: the Freedom Four Festival. Partnering with a local chapter of Operation Homefront, an organization dedicated to providing emergency financial and other assistance to the families of both active service members and veterans, all the funds raised will go to helping local active military, veterans,

BY SCOTT HOLLOWAY / PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF ERIN CRUMP

In our experience, weve found that our fellow bartenders and servers are very generous people.
Erin Crump hand wins both the pot and the day. Back at the field, Marks and Carr are hosting the all-you-can-eat-and-drink pig roast. With all the cookout staples and two pigs, Doylestown restaurants and individual donations will supply much of the food. Bar Wars, billed as a field-day for grownups, will feature several co-ed teams representing area taverns. Competing in a dizzy-bat relay, keg rolls, a threelegged martini race and an obstacle course among others, the winning team will not only get to hold the trophy for a year, but have their name engraved on its base, as well. The Freedom Four Festival will also feature live music and child-friendly activities. With an eye toward the future, the BCSIC plans to host fundraisers throughout the year, supporting different segments of the community with each. On Oct. 21, theyll host the fourth-annual chili cook-off at the Maennerchor, raising money for local families who need a little extra help during the holidays. More events are already in the early planning stages. Ultimately, we would like our efforts to spread, Crump says. Wed love to eventually see other chapters of Service Industry Charities form and do good in other communities. Tickets for the Freedom Four Festival are $25. For more information on all the days events and activities, to volunteer or to donate, go online at buckscountysic.org.
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reservists and their families. After hearing some of the national statistics on soldiers who have served our country still being in need some claiming as high as 60 percent we knew we wanted to raise money to help, Carr says. Fowler, a former Marine, adds, If we can help one family pay their oil bill while a husband is stationed overseas, Ill consider the Freedom Four a success. On Aug. 12, a fun-filled day kicks off at the Maennerchor Field, located at Cold Spring Creamery Road and Route 313, in Doylestown at 11 a.m. with a single-pitch, single-elimination softball tournament. The winning squad receives a cash prize, as well as all-important bragging rights. For those who relish the open road rather than the dirt and grass of the diamond, a motorcycle poker run revs up in New Hope at 10:30 a.m. Starting at Frans Pub with stops in Easton and Quakertown along the 85-mile ride each stop supplies another card the best

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Im 200 pages deep in an anatomy textbook that would make Tolstoy proud. I look in my pantry and find a lone box of mac n cheese lingering in the back like an old friend with a familiar touch.

The Importance of Being Earnest

hey say that the lower shelves in any supermarket aisle hold the products that are the most appealing to children. If thats the truth, I can safely say that kids have no taste. I already know, informed by the precarious sign that lingers above me, that the Prepared Foods, which seem to stretch for a country mile, cant be good for my health, spiritually, emotionally, physically, insert your choice of adverb here. But on a student budget, you have to get in where you fit in. And a 99-cent box of macaroni and chees fits like a glove. You might think that its an easy choice. After all, its essentially only two ingredients. But thats what separates the amateur from the auteur. First move: eliminate the imposters. You could go with Velveeta as long as youre in the mood for something that appears to be the scrapings from
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a Texas roughnecks worn boot. You could take a flyer on the Bob Evans variation, assuming that chewy, lifeless and a flavor that reminds you of Styrofoam infused with the essence of an unfinished basement ranks high on your palate. Then theres the dreaded store brand. Only the truly adventurous or brave take those first steps down this precarious path. For those in the know, Kraft is the first and last name in easy and quick meals. If knowing is half the battle, you should realize that even the trusted can lead you astray. The marketing gurus at Kraft have tried to fool us. By seeming divine intervention, they stumbled upon perfection way back in 1937. In todays lingo, this is referred to as Original. And while anyone with any sense would simply stop there, theyve refused to heed the warning. In addition to what should

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be considered an award-winning recipe or a gift to humanity Kraft also offers lines such as Four Cheese, Thick N Creamy, Whole Wheat and the dreaded Spiral. And while their chefs have had their nose to the grindstone, their design team hasnt. Each variety comes packaged in a strikingly similar box. If youre not careful, it can ruin an evening. Last Wednesday, 11:42 p.m. Im 200 pages deep in an anatomy textbook that would make Tolstoy proud. Words upon words long ones at that can create quite an appetite. I look in my pantry and find a lone box of mac n cheese lingering in the back like an old friend with a familiar touch. Water boiled, noodles drained and complete with my signature mix of mustard, garlic and hot peppers, we sit down to reminisce. But even as I twirl the first bite onto my fork and past my

expectant lips, I notice something is wrong. Racing to the trashcan, Im horrified. Amid the familiar blue-andyellow color scheme, I see the problem literally spelled out before me: S-P-I-R-A-L. How had I been so careless? How had the cashier not warned me? Why have you forsaken me? Perhaps when Im further along in my chemistry major Ill be able to provide an analytical discourse as to why the Spirals or any variation for that matter just dont make the grade. The cheese doesnt spread but rather collects in chunks like unwanted newspapers on a commuter train. No matter how much you stir or how much heat you add, the consistency never evens. And the noodles, dont get me started. Instead of a symphony in your mouth, its akin to a grade-school band. The foundation is solid, but the notes just arent there. If its not Original, its not for me.
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hree years ago, Pete and Marie DCosta fell in love. Again. While the couple married 16 years ago, this time the pair became enamored with the majestic giant that stood shuttered and silenced in the middle of Frenchtown: the National Hotel. Acting on an irresistible urge and employing plenty of elbow grease, the DCostas eventually took the plunge and reopened the doors of the famous landmark, bursting at the seams with a rich tapestry of history that fascinates them still. I love talking to our guests about the legacy, the many notable people who stayed here, Marie says. But even more so, the colorful innkeepers who loved the National Hotel with heart and soul. This grand old building pulls you in. Pete and I
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know that its a privilege to have this great opportunity to be at the helm of this new chapter in its history. And so far, the couple has been embraced by their patrons, who continue to encourage them every step of the way. I always thank people for coming in, Pete adds. But before I get a chance to say it, theyre thanking me for bringing this place back. Built in 1833 and remodeled in 1850, the National Hotel has long serviced weary travelers. Once a popular stagecoach stop, the hotel has housed its share of interesting characters, including Buffalo Bill Cody and Annie Oakley. I had the pleasure of meeting a former owners great-granddaughter, Pete says. She gave me a copy of a picture signed, To the National, from Annie Oakley. With such history breathing through its walls, its no surprise that a few former guests may have never left. The stories of ghost

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FOOD & DINING

sightings, both in written accounts from prior owners as well as stories recounted by former guests, abound. And while its easy to celebrate the past, the DCostas are looking toward the Nationals future. With the new monthly National Wine Club special selections guests can enjoy chosen to complement the varied international and traditional dishes on their menu or at home launching next month, 10 rooms, a distinguished restaurant and a downstairs pub featuring some of the best entertainment in the area, they offer a one-of-a-kind lodging and dining experience for both locals and travelers. We want to make our guests stay here memorable, Pete says. The National Hotel has also become the areas premiere late-night destination. Leaving the Victorian theme to other establishments, the rooms at the National can only be described as exotic. Bamboo beds, antiques and Jacuzzis are only some of the surprises found behind every door. Employing the expertise of general manager Marlon Aranha, a veteran of the service industry, guests can book any one of several options the National offers, including the Wellness, Massage, Adventure and Seasonal packages. Each is designed to ensure their clientele unique encounters during their stay. Weve listened to our guests and put together special packages that resonate with them, which can be personalized to suit each individuals tastes and needs, Pete says. While the area features a myriad of culinary options, few can match the Nationals offerings. Our menu is exciting, using authentic spices from around the world to bring out exquisite nuances in traditional dishes complemented by international selections that have become some of
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our guests favorites, explains Lisa Frederick, executive chef at the National with over 15 years of experience in some of the best local kitchens, on the culinary philosophy she describes as New American with an international flair. Im a realist, and I love food. The most important thing to me is understanding the product and allowing it to speak its own language. By supporting local and sustainable farmers, the National is able to take advantage of the areas freshest produce in accordance with a seasonally changing menu. Keeping culinary flexibility and her customers tastes in mind, Frederick and the National offers a number of dishes to satisfy nearly any palate. The popular Lebanese platter features a spread of hummus, baba ghanoush, fattoush salad, flat breads and homemade crackers. The 10-ounce sliced churrasco steak, marinated in a Chilean herb-and-chili sauce with mint served over roastedgarlic mashed potatoes and choice of sauce, or the one-half freebird chicken, marinated in authentic Indian korma spices with almonds, raisins and coconut crme over cardamom basmati rice, take diners on an international culinary tour. The Mumbai chili will warm the chilliest of guests with a flavorful mix of ground beef, lentils and Indian spices. For appetites with a taste for something a little closer to home, the classic hamburgers and fish and chips offer patrons old favorites. Guests are also invited to unwind at the bar with any one of the Nationals signature drinks. The DCostas summer favorite is the Mango Bango, a blend of vodka, cointreau, mango puree and lime juice. Like many historical buildings, the National has a secret in the basement. The affectionately nicknamed Rat is everything an old-school bar should be:

BY INGRID WEIDMAN / PHOTOS BY WENDY MCCARDLE

dark, neon-lit and a hell of a lot of fun. But the downstairs oasis does more than just serve up a cold one and a good burger. Some of the areas hottest entertainment can be found underground. The advantage to the cellar bar is that we can have performers and not interfere with the dining experience upstairs, Pete says. Every other Tuesday is trivia night. Wednesdays Ladies Night features half-priced drinks from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is always a favorite for catching up with friends. Thursday nights feature a popular open mic. Its huge, Marie says. People show up in the middle of snow storms. Weekends offer the Rats premier event: the Saturday Night Live Music Performance Series, featuring some of the best performers in the area with the first Saturday of every month dedicated to a musical theme. Looking toward the remaining summer months, the DCostas have

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big plans in store, including an Indian culinary weekend, the official launch of their monthly wine club and several other events. Thats the beauty of being in this lovely, artistic area. Theres always something to do, because the region lends itself to simple joys like strolling along the river or enjoying unique area festivals such as Riverfest in September and the Green Fair in the fall, Marie says. Frenchtown is a great place to visit. Its even better if you can stay a while and truly savor it. For a complete look at all the National Hotel has to offer, go online at thenationalhotelnj.com.
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After the second of my older brothers left for college, my parents downsized and moved from our late Victorian into a new apartment building. While I dont recall Mom having much of a green thumb while we were in the house, in the apartment, she grew plants. Maybe it was because we lived on the top floor, in our aerie, that she was inspired to connect, in whatever way she could, with the earth. So alongside the large picture windows that faced south and west, she nurtured a jungle of much-loved greenery, which soon came to include a young gardenia my dad carried home in a small pot one day. I never thought about why this variety is called August Beauty. The gardenia is an evergreen and blooms its linenwhite flowers, which will yellow to the softest touch, in late spring or early summer. Year after year, the gardenia grew steadily, claiming its territory until finally, with my parents back in a house now, Dad moved the plant into the cellar, where it continued to thrive under a grow light. I always felt sad, upon every visit to the basement, that the reward for having lived a long and fruitful life was that the four-foot, yard-and-a-half-wide gardenia was now living alone. At 83, Mom lives alone. When she needed surgery to reverse a crippling condition, followed by months of in-patient rehab, my one brother took care of her German shepherd, and I cared for her plants, filling and refilling the bucket, traipsing into every room, up and down the stairs. But it wasnt until I stayed to care for her while she recovered at home, as I one morning descended into the basement to start a load of laundry, when I realized Id forgotten for all those months to go down these steps with the watering can. I reeled around to see the grow light turned off and a few curled-up yellowed leaves scattered around a ring of discoloration on the cement floor where the large pot had sat for decades. Mom! I shouted up the stairs. Wheres the gardenia? Its dead. I killed it. It felt as if someone had driven a semi through my chest. Sensing my despair, she called back. Relax. Your brother and nephew carried it outside. Go see it. We pruned it back, so now it will be even healthier. So this is why I now think this gardenia is called August Beauty. While it flowers and emanates the sweetest scent with every new summer, it never enters the autumn of life, halting at the apex of strength and maturity. And even when alone or forgotten, can reclaim its splendor.

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