If you could make a New Year's resolution for Manalapan, what would it be?
More than 45 percent of Americans make a resolution every year, according to statisticbrain.com. Some people vow to live a healthier lifestyle, others promise to spend more time with family, and many say they will try to save money. As millions of Americans make resolutions to improve their lives, what could we do right here in Manalapan and Englishtown to make it an even better place to live? Would you like to see a supermarket on Route 33? Do you want the Township to offer more recreation programs? Would you like to see the traffic problem on Route 9 solved? Or, is there an issue in 2012 that has dragged on that you would like to see resolved in the new year? What is on your Manalapan wish list? What is one thing you would improve in …
Choosing the appropriate sparkling wine for New Year's Eve can make you dizzy before the first sip. Here's a handy guide to the intoxicating world of bubbles on a budget.
The pop of the Champagne cork is as much a part of the New Year’s Eve soundtrack as "Auld Lang Syne" and fireworks. The tiny, tickling bubbles evoke celebratory moods. With so many sparkling wines to choose from, picking the best bottle can be daunting. Prices for sparkling wine range from less than $10 to more than $500 per bottle. Keep in mind that while you usually get what you pay for, there are some great options for those of us on a budget. Large “negociant” champagne houses that purchase much of their fruit, such as Veuve Clicquot, Bollinger, Roederer, Taittinger, Perrier Jouet and Nicolas Feuillatte, dominate the market. However, in the last decade or so, Champagne from small growers has gained some traction with Champagne …
marcia
9:45 am on Saturday, January 12, 2013
not happening...been here 22 yrs., politics, money and other concerns have cropped up in the past making these subjects debatable for years to come. more ›