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DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.85 Guest Host: Michael and Delise Diva Table Topic: Would you date a man that made less than you make? Word of the Day/ Definition: Acquiesce- (verb) to accept something reluctantly but without protest. Example Sentence: Michael will acquiesce to his wife, so they don’t argue over who is going to do the dishes after dinner. Stats: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/many-women-say-they-wont-date-a-man- over-this-one-financial-issue-2017-04-07 More than 1 in 5 women — 22% — say they wouldn’t date someone who makes less money than them, according to a new survey of 3,000 singles across the U.S. from dating company Plenty of Fish. That’s compared with just 4% of men and 11% of single people overall who said they wouldn’t date someone who makes less money than they do. The same study found 85% of singles tell the truth about how much they make. Another recent study from legal industry site Avvo found, and 58% in the same study said they would feel uncomfortable being the main breadwinner in a relationship. The breakdown varied by gender in that study as well: 69% of women said they’d be uncomfortable footing all the bills compared with 46% of men. Author Masini says “Men complain that they lose wealth to gold diggers,” and “Women want to protect their wealth.” But women shouldn’t be too quick to judge, Masini says. “Someone who earns less may make a terrific partner,” she says. “If a woman with money is willing to give that a whirl.” Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8 8 But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.84-85 Guest Host: Delise and Michael Diva Table Topic: When do you move from dating to relationship status? Word of the Day/ Definition: agita ; a feeling of agitation or anxiety Example Sentence: The singer took a deep breath to dispel her agita as she stepped onstage or the man's agita was noticeable when his credit card was declined at the restaurant Featured Restaurant: Casa de Flora Owner: Jacqui Chaven Location: 75 Washington St, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 Store Hours: mon.-fri. 7am-6pm Phone: (973) 695-8381 Bio Next Card Bio: The official trademark recipient of the “Sip & Clip,” Ritz Walton and her sister Ashley Gillett opened “Casa De Flora” on June 24th on Washington Street in Bloomfield, New Jersey. The first of its kind, The Floral Bar and Cafe is the perfect home for foodies and flower enthusiasts. The special menu features farm-to-table grab-and-go Organic Salads and Sandwiches, Baked Goodies, and Pastries. The robust selection of imported Colombian Coffees and Fresh Pressed Milks are a gourmet coffee lover’s dream. Mocktails rule on a hot summer day including “Lavender Love,” and “Prickly Pear Lemonade.” Surrounded by imported fresh flowers, customers can leave with custom stunning bouquets. The main attraction, the brainchild of “Ritz” is the infamous “Sip & Clip”- Bouquet Building at the Bar. Floral Workshops are a chance to bring out one’s Featured Dishes: Refreshing Drinks: Prickly Pear Lavender Love Cucumber Mojito Mocktail Coffees/Tea: French Press with Brazilian Coffee Bean Pink Latte - Exclusive for Breast Cancer Awareness Month Lavender Latte (iced) Hibiscus Ginger Hot Tea Cronuts: Guava Cream Cheese Glazed Nutella Salads Chicken Caesar Salmon Cupcakes Cucumber Coconut Blueberry Coffee Cupcake inner artist, positive energy, and joy in a masterful living creation... all while sipping on a cocktail with friends. In 2018, Walton dreamt of combining her passion for flowers and Cafe culture with her love of educating others. Ritz watched from her Washington Street apartment as Ritz burned down in the fire of 2020 beside her Ritz-Walton Wedding Collection Showroom. She rebuilt during Covid, but Hurricane IDA swept through and destroyed Washington Street again. Today, “Casa De Flora” is a true testament that flowers bloom does after the storm. Commuters and neighbors will finally have their chance to sit down, have a drink and smell the roses. Diva Table Topic: When do you move from dating to relationship status? Stats: https://www.insider.com • Having "the talk" means you're ready to make a relationship "official." • Some couples simply slip into a committed relationship, whereas others need a direct conversation about it. • According to a relationship expert, it's socially acceptable to broach the subject after two months. • But some people will get to the stage earlier — it all depends how much time you're spending together, and how much of a good fit you are. • If you're not sure, try introducing them to your friends and see how they react. Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22 22 Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
Ep.83 Guest Host: Delise and Michael Diva Table Topic: Why do men think pursuing a woman and chasing a woman is the same thing? Word of the Day/ Definition: conundrum; noun, an intricate and difficult problem. Very similar to having a dilemma. Example Sentence: The man was faced with a conundrum of trying to find a job without having experience or The cheating man had a real conundrum on his hands when his wife confronted him of his whereabouts Featured Restaurant: Asante Owner: Na Na Location: 1280 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ 07666 Store Hours: tue.-sun. 11am-9pm Phone: (201) 994-4404 Diva Table Topic: Why do men think pursuing a woman and chasing a woman is the same thing? Stats: justinmcampbell.net Chasing conveys I can’t live without you, while pursuit conveys that while you could, you don’t want to. Chasing says, “I sure hope you could like me”. Pursuit says simply, “I’m interested in you.” Chasing means trying to convince her to be with you. Pursuit means trying to get to know her and then inviting her to be with you. Chasing means following her around and doing everything she wants. Pursuit means going somewhere and inviting her to come with you. Chasing comes from a need to be loved Pursuit comes from not needing her love but offering yours and she can take it or leave it. Bio: Featured Dishes: Scripture: “Desire without knowledge is not good, and whoever makes haste with his feet misses his way” (Proverbs 19:2).
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.82 Guest Host: Delise and Michael Diva Table Topic: Why do women think men should pursue them? Word of the Day/ Definition: angst; noun, a feeling of deep anxiety or dread, typically an unfocused one about the human condition or the state of the world in general... in layman's terms - angst is a strong feeling of being worried or nervous Example Sentence: It is common for a freshman to feel angst as they prepare for the first day of school in their new high school Bio: Cake Portraits Bakery & Studio is a multi-service brick and mortar bakery. Their bakery provides four premium services: Retail store front selling delicious baked goods such as assorted cupcakes, sliced cake and breads, assorted cheesecake cups, fruit cakes, assorted cookies and so much more. They also have an ice cream shop, where they offer 12 ice cream flavors, a variety of milkshakes and smoothies. Cake Portraits houses an event studio, hosting parties and social events is a must at this chic venue. Their fully- equipped kitchen serve as an incubation kitchen for businesses who are either in the start-up phase of planning or already established but does not have a home-based commercial kitchen to operate out of. Featured Restaurant: Cake Portraits Owner: Cathy John Location: 1543 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ 07666 Store Hours: Mon.-Sun. 11am-8pm Phone: 201) 267-6318 This bakery specializes in catering and creating custom cakes for all occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and corporate event. They provide a unique line of delicious gourmet fruitcake treats such as fruitcake cookies, fruitcake brownies, and a variety of fruitcakes that come in traditional, gluten-free, vegan, whole wheat, and reduced-sugar. Their philosophy is “Quality and Taste Delivered in One Bite!” Featured Dishes: Assorted Cupcakes Assorted Cheesecake Cups Assorted Chocolate Rum Balls Fruitcake Cookies, Cake Jars, & Cheesecake Cups Diva Table Topic: Why do women think men should pursue them? Stats: http://www.quora.comFear - In some experiences and hearing the confessions from women, they are absolutely terrified to ask a man. The fear of him saying “No” completely dismantles these variety of women. Control - Many men love the illusion that when they are the hunter, they are in control, however many men also do not realize this is just an illusion and that the control goes to the “hunted” and women realize this. As the “prey” women know they have the power to stop it at any time, they have the control and why would anyone want to give up control? Eyes on me - many women have stated they love the attention and when a man is “hunting” them, their attention is focused on just them but on the woman’s terms, she can ghost him out for a couple days and claim it is all in the name of the hunt and when she wants that attention again, just flips the switch. Value Increase - If a woman is being chased by a man, her social value among her peers and other women, even strangers increase and if one man is hunting her, she may even get the attention of another man because that man notices she is being wanted by another and this has sometimes spawned into a small competition for her and from there she has pretty much her pick from options. Scripture: Matthew 6:33 KJV But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.81 Guest Host: Delise and Christine Diva Table Topic: How many red flags does it take for you to walk away? Word of the Day/ Definition: Geld: To weaken or deprive of strength. Example Sentence: “Some old-timers will tell you that the horse w ill grow better if you wait until he's older to geld him, but I've found this isn't the case.” Featured Restaurant: Cake Hustler LLC. Owner: Chris Pena Location: New York City Store Hours: Scheduling and appointments only Contact: IG- CakeHustlerLLC Featured Dishes: Original Tres Leches Nutella fudge Brownies Diva Table Topic: How many red flags does it take for you to walk away? Stats: RED FLAGS 20 Diversion Tactics Highly Manipulative Narcissists, Sociopaths And Psychopaths Use To Silence You, Shahida Arabi Being An Abusive Partner Bullying Child Abuse and Neglect Cults Depression Domestic Violence Economic Abuse Educator Misconduct Emotional Abuse Human Tracking Physical Abuse PTSD Bio: Christopher Pena was born and raised in Harlem NYC where hardships turned determination. He was brought up in a Puerto Rican household with 3 orders brothers and mom and dad. Growing up life was not easy, but both my parents showed me what hard work aka a hustler hence the name cake hustler. The Cake Hustler LLC started from a passion of baking that led to what it is to today and what it will be in the future. Christopher’s dream is to open a bakery and have multiple food trucks around the country. It is a dream to be able to reach the masses with these delicious desserts. The biggest achievements that he is most proud of is being able to work with celebrities such as NFL players, Actors, Comedians and Social Media Influencers. Sociopaths Stalking Suicide Trauma Bonds and Other Trauma Reactions Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God—having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.”
7 views Aug 21, 2022 DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.80 Guest Host: Delise and Christine Diva Table Topic: Have you ever been catfished? Word of the Day/ Definition: Zhoosh; to make something more exciting or attractive. Example Sentence: "the hat is a cool but economical way to zhoosh up many an outfit" Featured Restaurant: A Bite of Heaven Owner: Tia Salomon Location: Catering to the Tri-State area Store Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm Phone: (201) 357-2801Diva Table Topic: Have you ever been Catfished? Stats: Review42.com 1. According to catfishing records, men are almost 25% more likely to fall victim to catfishing than women. It seems like, even though men make approximately 43% of potential victims targeted by cat fishers, they are more prone to believing fake personas on the internet. Around 20% of men who were catfished admitted that they were tricked more than five times! 2. More than half of the cat fishers, or 64% to be exact, are women. 3. To understand how common catfishing is, let’s start with the fact that 53% of Americans lie on their dating profiles. 4. Over 20% of women used pictures of themselves at a younger age on Bio: A Bite of Heaven Catering is a full-service catering and event planning company specializing in all facets of catering, including corporate catering, cocktail parties, weddings, and special events. Led by Executive Chef, Tia Salomon, their food reflects commitment to exceptional quality. Their goal is to provide delicious, natural options prepared with a passion for perfection. They serve elegant fare with a contemporary flair. Featured Dishes: Firecracker Salmon, Strawberry Mesclun Salad (contains nuts) and Margaret’s Pasta. their dating profiles. 5. When it comes to why people catfish others, the most common answers are financial gain, revenge, and even curiosity and boredom. 6. Catfishing information reveals that the profile of a cat fisher may go from a person with low self-esteem to a downright sociopath. 7. 35% of catfish on the internet use catfishing for profit Scripture: Ephesians 5:66 Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God’s wrath comes on those who are disobedient.
Guest Host: Michael and Delise Diva Table Topic: What's more important in a relationship, Chemistry or Character? Word of the Day/ Definition: Imperiled; Something that is at risk or jeopardized. Example Sentence: “The toxic fumes imperiled the lives of the trapped miners.” Featured Restaurant: Whose Coffee? Owner: Shawn Zheng Location: 41 Park Pl, Englewood, NJ 07631 Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30am-5pm Sat.-Sun. 9:30am-5pm Phone: (201) 431-9172Bio: Shawn, 25 Years old and Co-owner of Whose Coffee located in Englewood, NJ. Has always dreamed to open a small coffee shop, since when he was young boy. After graduation from Binghamton University in 2020, Shawn was working for an insurance company and helping his family business. But after a while, he realized that an office job is not his thing and wanted more. To create something for himself while still having that passion. That’s when Shawn had the forethought of a shop with his friend Maxxie, 27; an accountant, who also shared the same dream. In 2021, both decided to quit their jobs and open Whose Coffee. Their goal is to provide a comfortable, relax and romantic space for people want to hang out with friend or studying/working. At WHOSE COFFEE, they serve high-quality coffee and teas. And are aiming to let customers experience different coffee and teas around the world. More importantly, they want everyone that has different background and history to come and enjoy their coffee shop and service! BIO ON NEXT CARD! Featured Dishes: Iced Matcha Latte Iced Mocha Latte Cold Brew Cappuccino Turkey & Cheese Sandwich Ham & Cheese Sandwich Chocolate Moses- chocolate mousse cake Mango Moses- mango mousse cake Their coffee beans are all single-origin and comes from different regions around the world. Like the Legendre from Brazil, used for most of their espresso-based coffee. It is medium-dark roasted, and it gives you a very smooth walnut and chocolate taste. Also, a bean used from Ethiopia called Sidamo for their House coffee. It has a fruitier taste and light bitterness. They’re proud owners of their signature pour over coffee, which uses two different types of beans. One is called Las Rosas from Guatemala. It is lightly roasted that comes with strawberry and star fruit taste. The other is from their original country-China. It is called Yunnan and this bean comes with floral taste. They serve more than just coffee. Whose Coffee has 8 different kinds of teas right now and their Matcha is imported from Kyoto, Japan. Included they have green tea and black teas that originated from China as well. They share a partnership with Balthazar Bakery, serving their delicious French pastries that are fresh and locally baked! Diva Table Topic: What's more important in a relationship, Chemistry or Character? Stats: https://jdgreear.com/choose-character...When it comes to relationships, our culture says physical attraction is everything. But according to the Bible, while chemistry matters—because God created it—it’s not everything.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.78 Guest Host: Michael and Delise Diva Table Topic: How do you identify the expiration date in a relationship and Why do people stay past that date? Word of the Day/ Definition: Bedabble; To make something wet or dirty. Example Sentence: “After leaving the gallery, the model bedabbled in paint.” Featured Restaurant: Urban Cone Owner: Dr. Jamar Chiles Location: 1943 US-22 Suite 2, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 Store Hours: 3-10pm Mon.-Thu. Fri.-Sun. 12-12am Phone: (617) 997-2966Diva Table Topic: How do you identify the expiration date in a relationship and Why do people stay past that date? Stats: https://womenosophy.com/reasons-stay-...8 Reasons Why You Stay in Your Dead-End Relationship 1. You think you can’t live without him The biggest and the most common reason why so many people stay in dead-end-relationships. Through the years of our cohabitation we’ve gathered infinitely many common memories, experiences, fun moments and I just had no will to give it up. This stuff is always so lovely that it holds us down like an anchor. Bio: Dr. Jamar Q. Chiles was born and raised in New Jersey. He started The Urban Cone with the mission of “uniting the CULTURE and overcoming societal obstacles one CONE at a time.” His goal in life is to keep growing and keep challenging himself to be better than he was yesterday. (Featured Chef DIVA will ask more questions.) Featured Dishes: Queen & Slim- butter pecan ice cream topped w/ graham cracker dust, pretzels, sea salt, and caramel drizzle Killmonger- cookie dough ice cream topped w/ chocolate chips and henny caramel drizzle Forest Hill Drive- campfire s’mores ice cream topped w/ marshmallows, graham cracker dust, a Hershey bar.
Ep. 77 Guest Host: Serena and Delise Diva’s Table Topic: How many dates do you go on before you bring them home? Word of the day/ Definition: Denizen; Someone that frequents a place or is admitted the rights of citizenship. Example Sentence: “denizens of field and forest.”/ Synonym, inhabitants. Featured Restaurant: MaryKay Consultant Owners: Junita Gaddy Phone: 201 757-1700Contact: Email, Hours: Anytime! Bio: She is proud to be celebrating 29 years in Mary Kay Cosmetics. Recently she turned 66 and has never felt so good or looked so young. She offers personalized service that fits your needs. It could be Virtual or face to face. Just tell her if you’d like a one-on-one consultation, a party with friend or free anti-aging samples. If you prefer to shop online only or order by e-mail or phone, the choice is yours. She’d love to help you with any or all of your beauty needs. Contact HER TODAY! Diva’s Table Topic: How many dates do you go on before you bring them home? Stats: https://www.reddit.com Comments on Reddit: I’m a single mom so I’ve decided I won’t be inviting anyone over for a while. I’m talking months and when I’m pretty sure the relationship is going somewhere. I understand that some guys will have a problem with me only wanting to go to their place and if they disagree we can choose to not see each other anymore. Yeah, usually after about date three, assuming I (male) ever get there, I’ll often ask if they want to do something on X day. Then if it’s yes I’ll offer to cook dinner for us. But I also try to give them an option to go out to eat or do something else as well in case they still arent comfortable being at someone’s home. And I know I can only speak for myself but for me the goal in not necessarily to initiate sex. I am legitimately trying to get to know people and think cooking a nice dinner is a good gesture. Word of the Day/ Definition: Denizen; Someone that frequents a place or is admitted the rights of citizenship. Scripture: Proverbs 19:2 ESV / Desire without knowledge is not good, and whoever makes haste with his feet misses his way.
Ep. 76 Guest Host: Serena and Delise Diva’s Table Topic: How do you feel a friend’s ex or family member? Word of the day/ Definition: Pillory; To expose to public ridicule or scorn. Example Sentence: “He found himself pilloried by members at his own party.” Featured Restaurant: Dippin Donuts Owners: Al, Deebo, Amir, and Ramsey Address: 677 Anderson Ave, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010 Hours: Mon-Sun 10am-9pm Phone: 201 402-0677Bio: Serving WARM FRESH made-to-order Doughnuts + Coffee, Ice cream & Milkshakes. Catering Available! Featured Dishes: Diva’s Table Topic: How do you feel a friend’s ex or family member? Stats: https://www.dnaindia.com Psychiatrist Dr Hemant Mittal believes that it’s easier to create a long-term happy relationship with your BFF’s sibling because you have a history and know them well. He adds, “Before entering such a relationship, it’s important to weigh in the pros and cons of such a decision. One has to realise that if things go south, your friendship is at stake and you may not have the support of your BFF when you really need them as they will be place in a difficult position — choosing you or their sibling’s side.” Clinical psychologist Seema Hingorrany believes that this is a tricky situation to be in, and one needs to be very mature if they choose to go ahead with things. She adds, “If you have fallen for your BFF’s sibling, it’s best to let them know first, to avoid any misunderstandings in the future. The plus is that you know them and their family and generally have a great equation with all. The flip side is sometimes if things are not handled maturely, it can cause rifts between friends.” Scripture: Philippians 2:3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.
dining with nadiva Ep. 75 Guest Host: Michael and Delise Diva’s Table Topic: How do you walk away from a friendship that is unevenly yolk? / Do you walk away from a friendship that no longer serves you? Word of the day/ Definition: Parse; To make sense of something by closely examining the details or breaking down its components. Example Sentence: “I asked a couple of students to parse these sentences for me.” Featured Restaurant: Exodus Real Estate Owners: Samantha Lamptey Address: Based in New Jersey Contact: Through website… samanthalamptey.com Bio: Samantha Lamptey is the Broker/ CEO of Exodus Real Estate, a residential and commercial real estate agency, and co-owner of Exodus Development, a real estate development firm which is based in New Jersey. She graduated from St. John’s University located in Queens, NY in 2011 and earned a Bachelor's in Communications. Following graduation, Samantha worked for Sirius/XM radio while she pursued a career in real estate. Currently, Samantha is expanding the Exodus brand with Real Estate together with her husband, Sellasie Lamptey, Managing Partner of Exodus Architecture & Engineering. Samantha specializes in contemporary, luxury, smart homes in Livingston community. Samantha takes pride and honor in providing the finest service to clients ranging from first time home buyers to seasoned developers and builders. She is the recipient of 2015, 2016 and 2017, 2018 and 2019 NJ Realtors® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® Diva’s Table Topic: How do you walk away from a friendship that is unevenly yolk? / Do you walk away from a friendship that no longer serves you? Stats: https://thoughtcatalog.com • Let Go Of The Friendships That No Longer Serve You • It doesn’t matter how long you have known someone, how many great memories you share, how many values you have in common, or how many things you’ve experienced together — sometimes you just have to let go. • You have to let go, because you’re the one always texting first. You have to let go, because you’re the one making plans to meet up for breakfast or lunch, just for them to cancel on you at the last minute. You have to let go, because you’re the one doing all the visiting when they won’t even take 30 minutes out of their not-so-busy schedule to come and see your new apartment and it’s been six months since you’ve moved in. You have to let go, because they never pitch in to celebrate your little victories with you or even the big ones, like when you graduated from university. You have to let go, because you’re only good enough when they need something from you. You have to let go, because you cannot be the only one making all the effort. • Word of the Day/ Definition: Parse; To make sense of something by closely examining the details or breaking down its components. • Scripture: Proverbs 13:19-21 A fulfilled desire is sweet to the soul, but turning from evil is disgusting to fools. Whoever walks with wise people will be wise, but whoever associates with fools will suffer. Disaster hunts down sinners, but righteous people are rewarded with good
dining with nadiva Ep. 74 Guest Host: Michael and Delise Diva’s Table Topic: Do you involve yourself with someone who has a history? Word of the day/ Definition: Example Sentence: “She was an instant celebrity, feted by the media.” Featured Restaurant: GoodeLiving Owners: Simone Address: 321 Glenwood Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 Hours: Wed- Sun 10am-5pm Phone: (973) 337-5339 Bio: GoodeLiving, LLC is New Jersey’s only full service Herbal store & Yoni Studio. This allows them to provide a 100% focus on you and your holistic health & wellness! They provide herbal products for both men & women. Our Yoni Studio is a Women Only facility that provides a sacred space for women to safely convene. GoodeLiving is dedicated to breaking down the taboo associated with a woman’s vaginal health. With this in mind, they offer an assortment of herbal, natural and organic treatments and products dedicated to your needs. Them are very proud to have been in business since 2016, providing services in the NJ, NY, PA and surrounding areas with ways for everyone to heal themselves with natural herbal treatments without the effects of traditional western medicine. Featured Dishes: Moon Ease: The gentle flavors of raspberry and spearmint compliment the more earthy notes of marshmallow, valerian, and skullcap. Peace Tea: With a smooth floral and mint flavor with just a hint of spice, this uplifting blend provides a delightful way to unwind. Happy Man: Sweet and sunny aroma with a lively and uplifting linger, and an initially bold, earthy flavor with a honey-like finish. Diva’s Table Topic: Do you involve yourself with someone who has a history? Stats: In some instances, your partner's past might be of concern: Everyone has a past. What you really want to make a note of is how your partner talks about theirs, and if it seems like they've changed after making mistakes or bad decisions in their past. "Your biggest concern is in seeing: Have they learned from their past or are they repeating the same patterns?" "That's hard to tell in the beginning, but you can pay attention to how they speak about their past partners and respond when asked about their past." One major thing to look out for is how they talk about their exes. But some things in their past have no bearing on your relationship at all. Some things should never impact your trust in your partner? How many people they've dated or slept with before you. "How many sexual partners they have had," "Don't ask if you don't want to know. And they are with you now, so focus on that. [Also,] how many people they've dated casually. You just want to know about their major relationships — if they haven't had any, that could also be a red flag that they have intimacy issues." So, how should you handle concerns or jealousy issues? Wondering or having concerns about your partner's past is pretty normal, so what should you do if you're feeling that way? Honesty with a touch of diplomacy" is the way to go. "Why do you want to know?" you should ask yourself. "Why are you concerned? Is it a gut feeling or are you feeling insecure? It's important to check in with yourself before you have the conversation." "Or better yet, you can lead with sharing something personal about your past and then invite them to share back," "The key is to never make them feel like they have to be on the defensive." Word of the Day/ Definition: Feted; to be honored or celebrated. Scripture: Ephesians 1:7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 72 PART 2 CALL – IN SHOW Call I #862-621-9536 GUEST HOSTS: Michael and Christina DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Disaster Dates that turn into Divine Diva Encounters WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Fervency – Passion and intensity; a strong intense emotion. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: Normally, Charles is such a quiet person with not much to say, but if you talk to him about the 19th century literature, he’ll suddenly talk with great fervency. SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 3:4; 1 Peter 3:7 Amplified Biblebut let it be [the inner beauty of] the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality and unfading charm of a gentle and peaceful spirit, [one that is calm and self-controlled, not overanxio
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 72 GUEST HOSTS: Michael and Christina DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Disaster Dates that turn into Divine Diva Encounters WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: EXAMPLE SENTENCE: Normally, Charles is such a quiet person with not much to say, but if you talk to him about the 19th century literature, he’ll suddenly talk with great fervency. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Restaurant: Sit’n Pretty Cuisine Owner: Pretty Lily IG Info: @sitnprettycuisine Online Business page on Instagram: BIO: Owner: Pretty Lily Caterer, Private Chef, Special event, Pop up events and corporate meetings. DISHES: TBD DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Disaster Dates that turn into Divine Diva Encounters WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: : Fervency – Passion and intensity; a strong intense emotion. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: Normally, Charles is such a quiet person with not much to say, but if you talk to him about the 19th century literature, he’ll suddenly talk with great fervency SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 3:4; 1 Peter 3:7 Amplified Biblebut let it be [the inner beauty of] the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality and unfading charm of a gentle and peaceful spirit, [one that is calm and self-controlled, not overanxious, but serene and spiritually mature] which is very precious in the sight of God.
GUEST HOSTS: Serena and Christina DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Southern Men vs. Northern Men WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Titular – Existing in Title only. Having the title without the duties or responsibilities of the title. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: It’s not secret that Mr. Butterlocks is the Titular director of the company, and it’s really his wife that makes all the decisions. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Restaurant: The Lomo Truck (Peruvian Cuisine) Owner: Cesar IG Info: the_lomos_truck 952 McBride Ave Woodland Park, NJ Tel: 678-670-0315Website: www.lomotruck.com Online Business page on Instagram: BIO: Owner: Cesar Valdivia In 2016, The Lomo Truck got its first permanent spot on the corner of Madison and Getty avenues in Paterson. Since 2016, Valdivia has bought a second truck, a brand-new van dedicated to deliveries and the crown jewel: The Lomo Truck HQ, his first brick-and-mortar location. And he has eyes on expanding and franchising. The Lomo Truck HQ, on McBride Avenue in Woodland Park, opened the last week of December, and business is booming. The takeout-only spot follows the same color scheme as the trucks — white and red, to symbolize the Peruvian flag — and on one wall, a mural of the corner of Madison and Getty avenues as a tribute to where it all started. Valdivia's father and his brother, Victor Ortega, are now both partners. His father helped provide the capital for the expansion, and Valdivia described Ortega as the "backbone" of the operation. It isn't just Peruvians who stop by. People from a multitude of backgrounds come to fill up on lomo saltado, chicken and beef chaufa (Peruvian fried rice), and salchipapa (french fries with sliced hot dogs, drizzled with a ketchup and mayonnaise mix). "I can adapt to the Peruvian, to the non-Peruvian, to the businessman, to the street kid," Valdivia said. "Just come enjoy a good meal." DISHES: Tripleta - The triple sandwich is a Peruvian classic, consisting of three slices of bread, avocado, tomatoes, and chicken or egg salad. Civiche Fritura - Fritters DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Southern men vs. Northern Men. WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Titular – Existing in Title only. Having the title without the duties or responsibilities of the title.
DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: When your In-Laws live too close. WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Citified – Anything related to the urban lifestyle of living. SOURCE: www.womenshealthmag.com Researchers followed 373 couples since they were first wed in 1986. In each couple, both the husband and wife rated how close they felt to their in-laws on a scale of one to four. Marriages in which the wife reported having a close relationship with her in-laws had a 20 percent higher risk of divorce than couples where the wife didn’t report a close relationship. Conversely, marriages where the husband reported being close with his in-laws had a 20 percent lower probability of separation than couples where the husband reported a relationship that wasn’t as close 1. 1. Draw the Lines (with Your Spouse) Beforehand Make sure to discuss with your spouse what makes you uncomfortable and how much interaction with his folks you would prefer. 1. 2. Let Him Do the Dirty Work If there’s an issue with his parents, ask your husband to handle it first. This strategy has a dual benefit: It guarantees that he’s the primary guardian of the relationship with them, rather than you; and also, it helps avoid unnecessary additional conflict due to misunderstandings—he knows them best, after all 1. 3. Never Badmouth Him to His Folks Avoid talking about your marriage with your in-laws, Orbuch says. Especially avoid talking about troubles between you and their son, because it can open up a line of communication (either critical or “helpful”) that isn’t appropriate. 1. 4. Prepare Your Responses If your in-laws frequently say offensive things, or make you feel as if they’re meddling or judging your lifestyle, prepare responses to their common quips in advance of seeing them. “Instead of being defensive, respond with a simple answer and move on to another topic, or shift focus to someone else at the table,” Syrtash says. SCRIPTURE: Romans 12:9-10 says, “Love must be completely sincere. Hate what is evil, hold on to what is good. Love one another warmly as Christians, and be eager to show respect for one another”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 68-69 ( Call-In ) Guest Host: Serena and Midday Brown Diva’s Table Topic: When is it okay for a woman to pay? / And how do men feel about it? Word of the day/ Definition: Lithe; Easy to bend, flexible and graceful. Example Sentence: "she lay gazing up at his tall, lithe figure" Featured Restaurant: Fork and Spoon Owner: Shaikil Grisham Phone: Website: Bio: After her husband having type 2 diabetes. Shaikil Grisham started to prepare meals that would allow healthy options for an extremely long workday. Shaikil decided to share this service with individuals who feel like cooking is impossible or there is “no way” to eat healthy daily. Shaikil left her office Manager job after 10 years of service because of stress, poor sleep, and bad eating habits. Meal prep/ catering has given her a chance to combine her love of food with her desire to help others. Cooking has been the “calm after the storm”. Shaikil offers private chef services, and catering. Food is a language we all speak, some better than others but it always brings us together. Fork and Spoon LLC is healthy eating allowing the consumer to count caloric intake and meet health and fitness goals” one meal or dessert at a time”. Featured Dishes: Address | City, St Zip Code Diva’s Table Topic: When is it okay for a woman to pay? / And how do men feel about it? Stats: A commonly raised piece of dating etiquette is that women want men to pay for the first date. However, a surprising revelation from the study is that it’s the men who are more likely to think that men should pay. As you can see in the chart above, nearly two-thirds of men (63%) think that the man should take care of the check on a first date. Women don’t agree. Less than half of the women in the study (46%) think that paying for the date is the guy’s responsibility. Men and women also disagree on whether women should foot the bill instead. Just 2% of men want women to pay when they’re on a first date. However, women themselves are more likely to want to pick up the tab, with 5% saying they’re the ones who should pay for a date. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11-12 2
Guest Host: Serena and Michael Diva’s Table Topic: Have the standards for parenting changed? Word of the day/ Definition: Cherub; a winged angelic being described in biblical tradition as attending on God. It is represented in Christian angelology as an angel of the second highest order of the ninefold celestial hierarchy. Example Sentence: A wistful cherub of eighteen months, photographed at her playgroup. Featured Restaurant: True Food Kitchen Location: 390 Hackensack Ave Ste 186, Hackensack, NJ 07601 Phone: (551) 295-7401Hours: Sun-Sat 11:30-9PM Bio: Founded in Phoenix, Ariz. in 2008, True Food Kitchen is a restaurant and lifestyle brand inspired by the philosophy that food should make you feel better, not worse, and that great tasting food and thoughtfully crafted beverages can serve as the foundation for a life well lived. The restaurant brand is driven by a passionate collective of accomplished chefs, visionary restauranteurs, and a renowned doctor of integrative medicine – who believe delicious dining and conscious nutrition can go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity, or indulgence. True Food’s seasonal menu is guided by the principles of Dr. Andrew Weil’s anti-inflammatory food pyramid. True Food Kitchen emphasizes wholesome, simple ingredients with simple preparations to highlight the natural health benefits and flavors of each ingredient. From nutrient-dense staples and carefully sourced proteins to little-known superfoods, True Food Kitchen is committed to sourcing the most responsible, most creative, freshest in-season ingredients. * S/O Alyssa Sierra Gen. Manager* Featured Dishes: Ancient Grains Bowl, Lasagna Bolognese, Grass fed Burger, Charred Cauliflower, and Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake Diva’s Table Topic: Have the standards for parenting changed? Stats: Social scientists have documented a substantial increase in both mothers’ and fathers’ time spent with children since the 1960s in the United States. To understand rising parental investments in children and persistent class and gender differences in parenting, popular accounts and academic studies have pointed to an apparent cultural shift toward norms of time-intensive, child-centered parenting, particularly for mothers and among middle-class parents. However, prior research has produced inconclusive evidence relating to social class, gender, and contemporary parenting norms. Using data from an original vignette survey experiment conducted with a nationally representative sample of more than 3,600 parents, this study examines cultural norms related to parenting elementary school-aged children, considering how both social class and gender shape views about good parenting. Results indicate that parents of different social classes express remarkably similar support for intensive mothering and fathering across a range of situations, whether sons or daughters are involved. These findings suggest that cultural norms of child-centered, time-intensive mothering and fathering are now pervasive, pointing to high contemporary standards for parental investments in children. Word of the Day/ Definition: Cherub; a winged angelic being described in biblical tradition as attending on God. It is represented in Christian angelology as an angel of the second highest order of the ninefold celestial hierarchy. Scripture: Proverbs 22:6 6 Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.
Guest Host: Michael and Serena Diva’s Table Topic: Is Chivalry dead? Word of the day/ Definition: Lulu; An outstanding example of a particular type of person or thing. Example Sentence: “ As far as nightmares went, this one was a lulu. “ Featured Restaurant: WingoTogo Location: 336 Main Street Suite B, Hackensack, NJ 07601 Phone: 201-820-1111 Website: www.wingotogo.com Bio: Wing Togo Korean Fried Chicken is brand created by three former colleagues that entered New Jersey and opened its flagship restaurant in Hackensack. They are focused on perfecting a technique for Korean’s favorite comfort foods and contributing to the establishment of K-Food culture through endless research. Wing Togo has developed a variety of sauces through research and development for a long period of time, providing the finest quality & most unique sauce to match perfectly with Korean fried chicken. They hand brush every piece of chicken individually and their chicken is the crispiest chicken you’ve ever tasted with premium-quality fresh ingredients, providing the best flavor that never compromises on quality. They use fresh chicken and all chicken raised without the use of antibiotics and hormones. They have been engaged in the food & beverage industry for over 20 years (especially in Fried Chicken chains and Cafe & Bakery chains), and successfully settled in the United States market. Their goal is to make the most delicious Korean fried Chicken in NJ and provide the finest quality & most unique sauce to match perfectly flavored Korean fried chicken and other Korean American fusion food like hotdogs, chicken sandwiches, and more. Now, it’s time to enjoy the best quality & taste of WingoTogo Korean Fried Chicken! View their menu online at www.wingotogo.com Facebook: @wingotogo Instagram: @wingotogo Featured Dishes: • 24 pcs Fried Chicken Wings with (6 Flavors) / you may find the description of 6 flavors of sauces • 24 pcs Fried Chicken Strips with (6 Flavors) / you may find the description of 6 flavors of sauces • 4 pcs Mini Slider • 4 pcs Hotdog 12 pcs Mandoo (beef pot stickers) Diva’s Table Topic: Is Chivalry dead? Stats: Nearly three quarters of single women say that chivalry is dead, based on their experiences of modern men, according to dating website Match.com. Now, we all know that we’re not exactly living in an age of knights and princesses. But when we talk about chivalry, we’re not actually going for white horses and turrets. According to Match’s research, which quizzed 504 single women, all we’re really asking for is a gesture of courtesy. In fat’ the number one thing women wished the men would do is call when they say they will (84%), which hardly seems like much to ask. Word of the Day/ Definition: Lulu; An outstanding example of a particular type of person or thing. Scripture: Philippians 2:3 (ESV) 3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep 65 Guest Host: Christian and Latoya Diva’s Table Topic: Can men with children be self-sufficient without a woman? Word of the day/ Definition: Raillery; good, humored teasing Example Sentence: “She was greeted with raillery from her fellow workers.” Featured Restaurant: Salumi Kitchen Owners: Angela Shaghaghi and Kenneth Collins Phone: 201 995 6626 Location: Lodi, Nj Bio: For over 13 years, Angie has been in the kitchen with both children and adults, offering cooking classes and private catering events. She has received national recognition as a contestant in 2 cooking competitions on The Rachel Ray Show, competed on Cutthroat Kitchen and was featured as a guest judge on Chopped “Lipton Tea” commercial series. Food has been Angie’s passion since she was a little girl, and just a few short weeks ago, she fulfilled a lifelong dream of publishing her first cookbook. Join My Table features traditional recipes with a modern twist, while incorporating personal stories from tables around the world, taking you on a true culinary journey. To add to the excitement, Rachel Ray recently invited Angie back on the show to do a cooking segment featuring a recipe from the book. You can see a portion of her appearance by clicking on the link below: Bergens (201) Magazine featured an article entitled “Catching up with Angie Shaghaghi” talking about all she has accomplished since she last appeared as their cover story in 2008. Please feel free to visit Angie’s website www.creative-cooks.com to learn more about her. Since the pandemic, Angie has joined forces with her partner executive Chef Kenneth Collins to bring families back to the table to share quality time with their meal delivery service from Salumi Kitchen located in Lodi. Monday through Friday, Bergen County residents can order a gourmet meal for their families to be delivered to their front door! Weekly meals are curated thoughtfully and include all cuisines. You can order online at 4for40salumikitchen.com Featured Dishes: Chicken Dish Mediterranean style. Diva’s Table Topic: Can a man with children be self-sufficient without a woman? • Stats: Becoming Emotionally Self-Reliant - zen habits Are you emotionally dependent? Ask yourself these questions: • Are you looking for a romantic partner to make you happy? • If you have a partner, do you look to this person for love, for sex, for support, for reassurance, for validation? • Are you upset if your partner doesn’t react in a certain way, doesn’t meet a need? • When you’re alone, do you feel the need to fill the loneliness void with distraction? Are you always on your phone when you’re alone? • Do you complain a lot about other people? Get mad because of things they do? • Is your relationship the center of your universe? What about your relationship with friends or your kids? • Do you get bothered if your partner does something that doesn’t include you, or cuts out something that you’ve been doing together? Do you get jealous? Word of the Day/ Definition: Raillery; good, humored teasing Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9 “But he said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ mat rest.”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep 64 Guest Host: Christian and Latoya Diva’s Table Topic: Can men with children be self-sufficient without a woman? Word of the day/ Definition: Raillery; good, humored teasing Example Sentence: “She was greeted with raillery from her fellow workers.” Featured Restaurant: Salumi Kitchen Owners: Angela Shaghaghi and Kenneth Collins Phone: 201 995 6626 Location: Lodi, Nj Bio: For over 13 years, Angie has been in the kitchen with both children and adults, offering cooking classes and private catering events. She has received national recognition as a contestant in 2 cooking competitions on The Rachel Ray Show, competed on Cutthroat Kitchen and was featured as a guest judge on Chopped “Lipton Tea” commercial series. Food has been Angie’s passion since she was a little girl, and just a few short weeks ago, she fulfilled a lifelong dream of publishing her first cookbook. Join My Table features traditional recipes with a modern twist, while incorporating personal stories from tables around the world, taking you on a true culinary journey. To add to the excitement, Rachel Ray recently invited Angie back on the show to do a cooking segment featuring a recipe from the book. You can see a portion of her appearance by clicking on the link below: Bergens (201) Magazine featured an article entitled “Catching up with Angie Shaghaghi” talking about all she has accomplished since she last appeared as their cover story in 2008. Please feel free to visit Angie’s website www.creative-cooks.com to learn more about her. Since the pandemic, Angie has joined forces with her partner executive Chef Kenneth Collins to bring families back to the table to share quality time with their meal delivery service from Salumi Kitchen located in Lodi. Monday through Friday, Bergen County residents can order a gourmet meal for their families to be delivered to their front door! Weekly meals are curated thoughtfully and include all cuisines. You can order online at 4for40salumikitchen.com Featured Dishes: Chicken Dish Mediterranean style. Diva’s Table Topic: Can a man with children be self-sufficient without a woman? • Stats: Becoming Emotionally Self-Reliant - zen habits Are you emotionally dependent? Ask yourself these questions: • Are you looking for a romantic partner to make you happy? • If you have a partner, do you look to this person for love, for sex, for support, for reassurance, for validation? • Are you upset if your partner doesn’t react in a certain way, doesn’t meet a need? • When you’re alone, do you feel the need to fill the loneliness void with distraction? Are you always on your phone when you’re alone? • Do you complain a lot about other people? Get mad because of things they do? • Is your relationship the center of your universe? What about your relationship with friends or your kids? • Do you get bothered if your partner does something that doesn’t include you, or cuts out something that you’ve been doing together? Do you get jealous? Word of the Day/ Definition: Raillery; good, humored teasing Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9 “But he said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ mat rest.”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep 63 Guest Host: Christian and Latoya Diva’s Table Topic: Realistic and Unrealistic Expectations in Dating 2022 Word of the day/ Definition: Chagrin- a distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure. Example Sentence: “To the chef’s chagrin the sauce was too sweet.” Featured Restaurant: Rose’s Restaurant Owners: Rose and Serge Hajjarian Address: 126 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631 Hours: 11:30am-10pm Mon-Sun Phone: 201 541-0020Bio: Rose’s of Englewood prides itself on serving authentic Lebanese cuisine using only the finest and freshest ingredients. Here you can enjoy assorted, traditional Mediterranean mezzas with family and friends, or choose between shawarma or various grilled or charcoal-broiled platters such as juicy, marinated kabobs. All grilled entrees are cooked over the hardwood charcoal pit for ideal, authentic flavor. Nothing gives our family more pleasure than our numerous years sharing our passion for homemade Lebanese dishes with enthusiastic patrons. Come and enjoy a true Mediterranean meal with us! And BRUNCH coming soon! Featured Dishes: Appetizer Platter: Falafel, Hummus, veg rolls, Armenian Salad Mix Grill Combination: Kabobs of variety and pilaf with agave sauce Diva’s Table Topic: Realistic and Unrealistic expectations when dating in 2022 Stats: https://atlantamatchmakers.com/blog/r...1. Exact requirements regarding height, weight and appearance that are non-negotiable under any circumstances. Physical chemistry is key. But, if you are looking for a long-lasting relationship, they are built on personality traits, emotional capabilities and qualities that are similar to yours. 2.Must have identical views on the world, same interests/hobbies, etc. A little friendly debate always keeps the conversation interesting and the energy up, plus you will be forever learning new things if your partner has a slightly different take on the world. Also, introduce your mate to new activities as they introduce you to new hobbies. How would you know you don't like kayaking or chess if you've never tried it? 3.Need complete trust and openness immediately. Trust is something you earn. As your relationship grows, you will learn more and more about each other, and the trust will be gained. In the beginning, it is best to keep things light, breezy and fun! 4. Organizing Your Dating Expectations. Take a few minutes, close your eyes and visualize your perfect partner - qualities, talents, traits, experiences, characteristics, etc. Think about the positive aspects of your previous relationships to get started. Write down everything that comes to mind! Don't censor yourself; let your mind go where it wants to go. Word of the Day/ Definition: Chagrin- a distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure. Scripture: Hebrews 4:12“For the word of God is living and active, shaper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.”
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DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 62 Guest Host: Latoya and Christian Diva Table Topic: Why is “NO sex before marriage” so taboo in 2022? Word of the Day/ Definition: Predilection- a preference or liking for something; a bias in favor of something. Example Sentence: The program is geared toward students who have predilections for learning a skilled trade. Featured Restaurant: Vegan Pastry Lab Owners: Cris Longoria and Eli Muniz Phone: 201-431-9152Address: 18 E Forest Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 Hours: Monday-Sunday 10am-6pm Bio: Vegan Pastry Lab, is a bright and new vegan bakery that is serving up sweets in New Jersey. This past January, this little bakery made its debut in the city of Englewood, just across the river from NYC. The owners, Eli Muniz and pastry chef Cris Longoria, opened the bakery as a way to share their love of plant-based sweets with the community. They say “After years of meticulous planning, we are proud and excited to be able to share our love for vegan/plant-based pastries with our local community here in New Jersey! We took our deep commitment to animal welfare and the environment and manifested a place where like-minded people can indulge in the pleasure of fine baked goods, while knowing we share the same ethical concerns.” Featured Dishes Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Biscuit Vanilla Glaze Donut Cinnamon Roll Vegan Pastry Lab Cupcake of the Month Diva Table Topic: Why is “NO sex before marriage” so taboo in 2022? Stats: Applygodsword.com 12 Reasons not to have sex before marriage 1.Sex Before Marriage Is Not Glorifying to God, and a Life of Glorify God Is the Best Life You Can Live. 2. Because Sin Always Sacrifices Your Long-Term Joy for Short-Term Pleasure 3. Sex Before Marriage Decreases Your Chances of Getting Married at All 4. Sex Before Marriage Will Create Problems in Marriage 5. Sex Before Marriage Can Cause You to Stay in Bad Relationships 6. Sex Before Marriage Can Contribute to You Marrying Someone Who Is Not Following the Lord and Does Not Ever Intend to Obey God 7. Sex Before Marriage Will Rob You of the Joy that Should Be Present When You Are Dating God’s Way 8. Sex Before Marriage Will Pull You Away from Your Christian Community 9. Sex Before Marriage Is Unloving to the Person You Are in a Relationship With 10. Sex Before Marriage Will Train You to Put Yourself Before Others Which Will Hurt You Later in Life, Especially in Marriage 11. Sex Before Marriage Sets a Foundation for Sexual Sin in Marriage 12. Sex Before Marriage Is Not God’s Best for You Word of the Day/ Definition: Predilection- a preference or special liking for something: a bias in favor of something. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 “Flee from sexual immortality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body. Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So, glorify God in your body.” HONORABLE MENTION: Jen Thirdstreetlab.com Candles, Butters, Oils, Plants, and more
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DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 61 Guest Host: Michael and Serena Diva’s Table Topic: Bridling your tongue for the wrong reasons. Phrase of the Day/ Definition: Bridle your tongue - to restrain, check, or control your words. Example: To show hostility or resentment especially by drawing back the head and chin. Featured Restaurant: Grey’s Creation Owner: Vanessa Rodriguez IG: greys_creation TikTok: greys_creation Website: greyscreation.bigcartel.com Bio: Grey’s Creation is a small, owned business which was born in the Sunshine State in 2016. Vanessa decided to name it Grey’s Creation after her granddaughter Olivia Grey! Two years ago, Vanessa relocated back up north and planned to continue doing what she enjoyed the most, making people happy with sweets. With her you will find an array of different gift boxes and treats that are unique since each one is customized to her clients needs. No order is ever the same… simply because Vanessa works hard at making them a work of art. She plays with colors, fabrics, flowers, treats, designs all incorporated in new ideas. Vanessa only uses chocolates that are GMO, Kosher, and Gluten free. Her goal is to simply provide her clients with the most amazing customer service experience in a fashionable, super sweet and timely manner! Featured Dishes: Tea Bombs Espresso Bombs Coquito Bombs Hot Chocolate Bombs Assorted chocolate treats Diva’s Table Topic: Bridling your tongue for the wrong reasons. Phrase of the Day/ Definition: Bridle your tongue – to restrain, check, or control your words. Stats: Onedeterminedlife.com Words can be used to build or to destroy. They are extremely powerful, and there’s 4 ways to help tame your tongue. Here’s 4 ways the Bible says you can tame your tongue.1. Check our hearts; we need to pray and watch what we say and it’s in the glory of the Lord. Somethings that may sound encouraging in our ears comes across as hurtful to the receiver. 2. Pray; we can pray that we would get out of the way and allow God to work. God wants to work through us, but it’s important that we rid ourselves of pride first. 3. Listen; actively listening does not mean we are only halfway listening. Instead of thinking about what our response will be – listen to what they are saying. 4. Curve your tongue; remember the golden rule. Ask yourself “Is what I’m trying to say true, noble, or helpful?” “Will it encourage or discourage?” Choose your words carefully, aim to bless and not to harm. Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-4 1. A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2. The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly. 3. The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. 4. A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 60 Guest Host: Michael and Serena Diva’s Table Topic: Bridling your tongue for the wrong reasons. Phrase of the Day/ Definition: Bridle your tongue - to restrain, check, or control your words. Example: To show hostility or resentment especially by drawing back the head and chin. Featured Restaurant: Grey’s Creation Owner: Vanessa Rodriguez IG: greys_creation TikTok: greys_creation Website: greyscreation.bigcartel.com Bio: Grey’s Creation is a small, owned business which was born in the Sunshine State in 2016. Vanessa decided to name it Grey’s Creation after her granddaughter Olivia Grey! Two years ago, Vanessa relocated back up north and planned to continue doing what she enjoyed the most, making people happy with sweets. With her you will find an array of different gift boxes and treats that are unique since each one is customized to her clients needs. No order is ever the same… simply because Vanessa works hard at making them a work of art. She plays with colors, fabrics, flowers, treats, designs all incorporated in new ideas. Vanessa only uses chocolates that are GMO, Kosher, and Gluten free. Her goal is to simply provide her clients with the most amazing customer service experience in a fashionable, super sweet and timely manner! Featured Dishes: Tea Bombs Espresso Bombs Coquito Bombs Hot Chocolate Bombs Assorted chocolate treats Diva’s Table Topic: Bridling your tongue for the wrong reasons. Phrase of the Day/ Definition: Bridle your tongue – to restrain, check, or control your words. Stats: Onedeterminedlife.com Words can be used to build or to destroy. They are extremely powerful, and there’s 4 ways to help tame your tongue. Here’s 4 ways the Bible says you can tame your tongue.1. Check our hearts; we need to pray and watch what we say and it’s in the glory of the Lord. Somethings that may sound encouraging in our ears comes across as hurtful to the receiver. 2. Pray; we can pray that we would get out of the way and allow God to work. God wants to work through us, but it’s important that we rid ourselves of pride first. 3. Listen; actively listening does not mean we are only halfway listening. Instead of thinking about what our response will be – listen to what they are saying. 4. Curve your tongue; remember the golden rule. Ask yourself “Is what I’m trying to say true, noble, or helpful?” “Will it encourage or discourage?” Choose your words carefully, aim to bless and not to harm. Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-4 1. A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2. The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly. 3. The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. 4. A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit.
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DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 58 Guest Host: Serena and Michael Diva’s Table Topic: Can the love of a partner be abusive? Word of the Day/ Definition: Kryptonite – Something that can seriously weaken or harm a particular person or thing. Example Sentence: Flip-flopping on issues can be kryptonite to presidential candidates. Featured Restaurant: Papi Chicken 52 E Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 Phone: (201) 408-4886 IG: _papi.chickenkosher Owner: Raphael Biotton Diva’s Table Topic: Can the love of a partner be abusive? Word of the Day/ Definition: Kryptonite – Something that can seriously weaken or harm a particular person or thing. Stats: joinonelove.com Over 1 in 3 women/ men will be in an abusive relationship. And only 33% of teen who were in an abusive relationship ever told anyone about the abuse. According to Christian licensed social worker and relationship coach Leslie Vernick, “I receive frantic emails and calls from Christian women (and men) who feel scared. They feel trapped hopeless, and helpless because their most intimate relationship is abusive. They are suffering from abuse verbally, physically, economically, spiritually, sexually or all the above.… 5 Guidelines to remember; 1. It is good to protect yourself from violent people. 2. It is good to expose the abuser. 3. It is good not to allow someone to continue to sin against you. 4. It is good to stop enabling and to let the violent person experience the consequences of his/or her sinful behavior. 5. It is good to wait and see the fruits of repentance before initiating reconciliation.” Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4 “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.” Bio: Raphael Biotton started his restaurant businesses as early as 1990. In1990, he began with three restaurants Box Tree, and with two locations for his popular restaurant Prime Bistro in New York. During Covid while negotiating the purchase of another building, Raphael was captured by the beauty and the prime location on the Avenue. And there he created the concept of his restaurant Papi’s Charcoal Chicken. Raphael says, “Bringing Englewood happiness through his love for food!” • Born in morocco to a father butcher and mam a chef. Happiness came through celebration and food.Being born into a family of 9 siblings, things can be cozy and family oriented. Featured Dishes: Mixed Charcoal and Fried Chicken Box Assorted wings – Red Chili, Chimichurri, Garlic Aioli, and Papi’s BBQ Girlled veggies 8oz Rib Eye Sweet Plantain Black beans
Guest Host: Serena and Michael Diva’s Table Topic: Would you date yourself? Word of the Day/ Definition: Miser – An individual who tries to spend as little money as possible. Example Sentence: My neighbor is a miser who cooks in her fireplace to avoid purchasing a stove. Featured Restaurant: Tiffloaf – Tiffany (Owner) Clients can inquire via: Email: Tiffloaf@gmail.com Tel: 201-250-1929 Online Business page on Instagram: @Tiffany’s_Famouz_Meatloafff Bio: In 2010 Chef Tiffany took an Old Family Recipe of an American Classic to a well-known ‘Market.’ Selling out every time! It was such a success that meatloaf was added to the company’s North East Regional planogram. Of course upon leaving the company, Chef Tiffany took the Family’s Recipe with her. During this unprecedented pandemic, Chef Tiffany was amongst the other online chefs that launched a small business, weekly Popup Menus, Popup Events, Private Dining and Catering. Tiffany’s Famouz Meatloafff alongside Grandma’s Mac has been a popular pair. The Grandma’s Mac, ultimately prepared with high-end quality hand grated cheeses. Once you’ve had a taste of Tiffany’s Famouz Meatloafff, it will become your measuring stick and you’ll know the Testimonials are True! DIVA’S READ ONLY Featured Dishes: Fan-favorite duo! Tiffany’s Famouz Meatloaff Grandma’s Mac Diva’s Table Topic: Would you date yourself? Word of the Day/ Definition: Miser – An individual who tries to spend as little money as possible. Stats: readunwritten.com blackandmarriedwithkids.com The relationship you build with yourself is the most important relationship you’ll ever have. You are the person you’ll spend the most time with. Don’t you think it’s time to love that person. And if you still don’t, work on the things you aren’t happy with. Accept and love the things you cannot change. I assure you it’s possible to love you. You’re worth it! The goal is to keep moving, which leads to learning and growing. Keep that standard going and you’ll attract the kind of people who you want around you. Scripture: Proverbs 19:8 “To acquire wisdom is to love oneself; people who cherish understanding will prosper.”
Diva’s Table Topic: Would you date a man with a female best friend? Or Vice versa Word of the Day / Definition: Cumbrous- difficult to handle or use; heavy, weighty, ponderous, having great weight or implies something has greater density. Example Sentence: Stanley couldn’t pay in his cumbrous protective clothing. Featured Restaurant: Tasty Treats LLC. Owner- Ashia Garnes Phone: 1(973) 866-5285Email: ttreatsbyash@gmail.com Bio: Ashia Garnes loves to create custom treats for all your memorable events. She is the owner and operator of Tasty Treats LLC. On Valentines’ Day 2020 she and her son were making strawberries just for fun! So, she decided to post the strawberries on my personal IG and before you knew it people started commenting and requesting orders. And that how she believes Tasty Treats began! This black owned business with both of her sons Hasan, Ahmad and both parents Paul and Arnette; wouldn’t be as functional without this lovely family dynamic. She has been featured on PIX 11 News illustrating her favorite and most requested treat, HOT Chocolate Bombs. Through the PIX 11 News her platform for her business skyrocketed. If you ever have a need for some sweet juicy strawberries or great treats, Visit her IG @tastytreats_byash
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 56 Guest Host: Serena and Michael Diva’s Table Topic: Would you date a man with a female best friend? Or Vice versa Word of the Day / Definition: Cumbrous- difficult to handle or use; heavy, weighty, ponderous, having great weight or implies something has greater density. Example Sentence: Stanley couldn’t pay in his cumbrous protective clothing. Featured Restaurant: Tasty Treats LLC. Owner- Ashia Garnes Phone: 1(973) 866-5285Email: ttreatsbyash@gmail.com Bio: Ashia Garnes loves to create custom treats for all your memorable events. She is the owner and operator of Tasty Treats LLC. On Valentines’ Day 2020 she and her son were making strawberries just for fun! So, she decided to post the strawberries on my personal IG and before you knew it people started commenting and requesting orders. And that how she believes Tasty Treats began! This black owned business with both of her sons Hasan, Ahmad and both parents Paul and Arnette; wouldn’t be as functional without this lovely family dynamic. She has been featured on PIX 11 News illustrating her favorite and most requested treat, HOT Chocolate Bombs. Through the PIX 11 News her platform for her business skyrocketed. If you ever have a need for some sweet juicy strawberries or great treats, Visit her IG @tastytreats_byash DIVAS READ ONLY Featured Dishes: Chocolate covered Strawberries Glitter Berries Gourmet Berries Hot chocolate Bomb Chocolate covered pretzels Breakable Heart Chocolate covered Apples Drunken Apples RKT Diva’s Table Topic: Would you date a man with a female best friend? Or Vice versa Word of the Day / Definition: Cumbrous- difficult to handle or use; heavy, weighty, ponderous, having great weight or implies something has greater density. Stats: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-Six things you should never do when you have opposite sex friends. Never prioritize an opposite-sex friend above your intimate relationship. Telling an intimate partner that if he/she doesn’t accept your opposite-sex friendship that you will break-up with them, is not only lethal to the intimate relationship, it is akin to the emotional abuse used by narcissistic individuals when they engage in the abuse tactic of triangulation. Don’t hide activities with your friend from your intimate partner. Lies of omission are lies, and when you start hiding your behavior from your partner you are engaging in a form of deception that is aimed at controlling your partner’s perception. Once you have made the choice to hide your behavior you are already keenly aware that what you are doing is likely to harm the relationship. This type of behavior directly kills any bond of trust. If you take a weekend trip out of town with your opposite-sex friend and neglect to tell your partner that your friend is with you, that is disrespectful and threatening behavior to the bond you have with your partner.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 55 Guest Host: Serena and Michael Diva’sTable Topic: Love your neighbor like yourselves Word of the Day/Definition: Melee; a confused fight or scuffle; a confused mass of people Example Sentence: The melee of people that was always thronging the streets; several people were hurt in the melee. Featured Restaurant: My Mother’s Recipe Owner- Jennifer Grangr Instagram: @ Jennys_mymothersrecipe Bio: Jennifer is the creator and owner of My Mother’s Recipe. Reigning for her hometown of Harlem Washington Heights, this is the start and humble beginnings of her baking career. Women form her complex would gather and share recipes from over 50 years ago. To add to her wonderful knowledge of baking she attended Wilton School for Pastry Art 1999. This only grew her need for baking and creating new recipes and share them with the next generations to come. Teaching baking to young girls in a Daycare school keeps her busy nowadays. Not from honing her craft she comes from a long line of culinary masters. Being able to bump elbows with a few top chefs in her day. She has baked for so many birthdays and wedding to count, they all praise her work and flavors. She is a flourishing entrepreneur with not only baking underneath her belt, she has been the headliner at every party and barbeque since. DIVAS READ ONLY Featured Dishes: Sweet Potato Pound cake Pina Colada Pound cake Diva’sTable Topic: Love your neighbor like yourselves Word of the Day/Definition: Melee; a confused fight or scuffle; a confused mass of people Stats: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/...
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.54 Guest host: Serena and Michael Table Topic: Why is Android a red flag in 2022 Dating? Word of the Day/ Definition: Quandary; A state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation. Example Sentence: Kate is in a quandary, after being handed two pair of her favorite shoes but she only has money for one. Featured Restaurant: Antojitos de mi tierra Owner- Juan S Hernandez Gonzalez/ Andrea S Valencia Rivera Contact: Phone (201) 665-5494 / (407) 990-6095Instagram: @ ademitierra * For more info Bio: Born and raised in Palmira Colombia (June 4th, 1992) came to the US when He was about 18 years old with a passion to cook, more than a passion its love, being in a kitchen has made me thrive as a person inside and outside of work, He has worked as culinary professional for big chain companies like longhorn steakhouse. He has a beautiful 16 month old boy and a second one on the way. His dream is to open many food trucks and hopefully life will give the opportunity to bring it back to California. That’s where he really got the courage to fight for him, the pandemic gave him time for himself, something he had been asking for a while, with time on the table there were no excuses to get it done. Antojitos de mi tierra started out as an idea in 2017 when he was in NJ. And would sell on the weekends to people he knew. Once they moved to Florida it kind of got sidetracked bit, he never stopped thinking about it. 2 years later in 2019 they were able to save up; with help of some family got their first trailer. They moved 6 months later to California, his job transferred him out there Feb 2020, so never started it in Florida. In California covid hit and with his hours reduced he started putting the trailer outside his garage and started advertising everywhere he could. August 21 we got invited to a car show, blew us up, everyone wanted us at their events, they had only hotdogs at the time and after that started adding the rest of the menu, towards the end of his California run he was doing 2-3 events per day but unfortunately the state closed again and with housing being an issue decided to move back to NJ Feb 2021. They did a couple events over the summer to get into the grove and have now about 12 more lined up for 2022, starting mid April we will be back out on the streets with their Authentic Colombian street food. DIVA’S READ ONLY* Featured Dishes: Colombian Hot Dog: ¼ lb Beef Frank dressed with bacon, potato sticks, melted cheese, ketchup, pink sauce, garlic cilantro sauce, and pineapple sauce on a lobster roll. Hawaiian Dog: ¼ lb Beef Frank dressed with bacon, potato sticks, melted cheese, ham, grilled pineapple, and pink sauce on a lobster roll. Colombian Cheeseburger: ¼ lb beef patty topped with lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, ham, munster cheese, bacon, and house sauces on a brioche bun.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 53 Guest Host: Serena, Jaime, and Michael Diva’s Table Topic: Can men accept the same hurt he puts a woman through? Can men handle the same hurts that woman experience? Word of the Day / Definition: Sepulchral – Serious or sad and rather frightening. Example Sentence: “Although the man offered me a million dollars to stay the night in the sepulchral house, my fear caused me to turn him down.” F Divas Table Topic: Can men accept the same hurt he puts a woman through? Stats: https://www.nydailynews.com/life-styl..."Common wisdom says that women are more hurt by problems in a relationship," lead researcher Robin Simon, a Wake Forest University sociologist, told ABC News. "But we found that the benefits of support [in a relationship] and the disadvantages of strain are exaggerated for the men." When hurt, women are likely to become depressed while men tend to engage in substance use or abuse, according to Simon. And the more problems a guy faces in a relationship, the higher he tended to score on a substance abuse scale. Psychologist and author Frances Cohen Praver believes the emotional gender difference could be due to the fact that women are actually less sensitive to the issues. "Women are more naturally expressive," Audrey Nelson, author of "Code Switching: How to Talk so Men Will Listen," told ABC News. "We'll cry, show our feelings – when a woman is having a hard time, she has two or three friends she can talk to, to ease the pain. Men have the same feelings and emotions, but they have no outlet." Word of the Day / Definition: Sepulchral – Serious or sad and rather frightening. Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32 (NIV) “Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep.51 Guest Host: Serena and Michael Diva’s Table Topic: How do you handle the flirtatious nature of your significant others’ friend? Do you tell your significant other or do you handle it on your own? Word of the Day / Definition: Veritable (adjective) Being genuine or truthful; proper. Example Sentence: “Compared to my noisy apartment in the city, the quiet ocean front villa is a veritable utopia.” Featured Restaurant: Jefferson’s Café Owners Elelake and Jo-ann Jefferson Location: 88 maple Ave. Montclair. NJ 07042 Hours: Tuesday 6:30am – 2:30pm Wednesday – Saturday 6:30am – 9:30pm Sunday 6:30am – 5:00pm Contact number: (973) 744-2106 Bio: Elelake Jefferson parents were both devoted chefs of a small town in Mississippi. At the age of 9 his first job was at a 4-star restaurant called Zebra in Mississippi. After High school he became an assistant chef at King Inn and which was a very popular 5-star restaurant that was adored by celebs. After moving to NJ he decided to return to school and commit himself into becoming an entrepreneur. And then the door of opportunity swung open for him to be allowed to teach culinary arts at a trade school here in NJ. That’s when he was inspired to open up Jefferson’s Café. Nadiva’s Read Featured Dishes: Waffle 2 piece with White Chicken Wing and Breast Beef sausage with Home fries, Eggs Over Easy and White Toast Smothered Pork Chop with String Beans and Potato Salad Southern Cheeseburger French Toast with Turkey Bacon /Beverages :UPTOWN, Lemonade, Iced Tea Diva’s Table: How do you handle the flirtatious nature of your significant others’ friend? Do you tell your significant other or do you handle it on your own? Word of the Day / Definition: Veritable (adjective) Being genuine or truthful; proper. Stats: https://www.wikihow.com/React-to-a-Friend-Who-Flirts-with-Your-SpouseA friend flirting with your spouse can be a tricky and complex situation to read and respond to. In this situation, you’ll have close emotional ties to both individuals. It may also be unclear if the friend is intentionally flirting—with the goal of a romantic or physical benefit—or is trying to engage in harmless joking. Either way, if the situation bothers you, it’s appropriate first to privately discuss matters with your spouse and see how they took the situation. At some point, you may need to politely confront the friend, ask them their intentions, and request that they stop the flirtatious behavior. Scripture: Genesis 2:24 “Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh,” #love #relationship #lifepartner
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 50 Guest Host: Serena and Jaime Diva’s Table Topic: Religion vs. Relationship with God Word of the Day / Definition: Humbug (noun) To be deceptive or false talk or behavior. Example Sentence: “Because the voters were not fooled by the politician’s humbug, they gave their support to his opponent.” Featured Restaurant: Punta Cana Owner - Marleney Pereyra Contact: (201) 849-5556 / (201) 849-5557Hours: Monday - Sunday 8am - 9pm Loctated: 2151 Lemoine Ave. Fort Lee, NJ 07024 Inside Washington Bridge Plaza Tel: 201-849-5556Bio: They are a family owned and run Dominican restaurant in Fort Lee, NJ. How they began was the best part of their journey they proclaim. Marleney and her husband had been living in Fort Lee for about 4 years and always had to cross the bridge to Washington Heights to get what they call authentic Dominican food, in a predominate Asian community, there were absolutely NO LATIN restaurants in the area. It was one day her husband thought Fort Lee needs Dominican restaurant and that they were going to open one. Simply she wasn’t too fond of that idea, given they had 0 experience. However, they were lucky his aunt was a caterer in the Dominican Republic and agreed to help them get started. In July 2016 she her husband, and his aunt opened the restaurant. It has been a wild but exciting 6 years since then, but the steady income has helped them financially. So great they were able to start a family of 5. And as you can imagine that’s all hands on deck! Thankfully not only has the Latin community welcome them with open arms. The Asian community has lent their support as well. They have been very blessed and thankful to remain open through this Covid pandemic. Nadiva’s Read Featured Dishes: Mofongo de Chicharron – Fried pork pieces with mashed green plantains.Rabo rice and beans - Stewed oxtails with red beans and rice.Mangu con los 3 Golopes – Mashed green plantains with Dominican Sausage, Fried cheese, and Fried eggs. Diva’s Table Topic: Religion vs. Relationship with God Word of the Day / Definition: Humbug (noun) To be deceptive or false talk or behavior. Stats: https://biblereasons.com/religion-vs-relationship-with-god/ Many people like saying things like Christianity is not a religion it’s a relationship. This is true, but it’s not the entire truth. Christianity is a religion, but as believers we treat it as a relationship. The problem that I see in many Christian circles is that many people use the grace of God to indulge in sin. They say things like “relationship over religion” or “Jesus over religion,” but they forget things such as repentance and sanctification. I hate the aspect of religion that says you have to do something to be right with God. I hate when someone tries to put legalistic rules upon believers. However, evidence of your faith in Christ is that your life will change. Evidence of your faith in Christ is that you will have new desires for Christ and His Word. I heard someone say, “Jesus hates religion.” This is not true. Scripture: Matthew 7:21 (KJV) “Not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.” #DWN #DiningwithNdiva
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 49 GUEST HOSTS:Serena (Serena @serenaytg - IG & Michael Parker ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How do you navigate thru dissapointment in a relationship? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Ogle (verb) to look at amorously, flirtatiously, or impertinently. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1Uncle Geooge got a black eye for ogling a lady in "It's Greek to Me." FEATURED RESTAURANT: It's Greek To Me 36 E Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 568-0440Website: https://www.itsgreektome.comIG: @@itsgreektomenj It's Greek To Me 1611 Palisade Ave, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 BIO: James and Stacy Papavasiliou - It's Greek To Me - Owners James and Stacy Papavasiliou were born in Greece and arrived in America in 1960. From a family background of restaurateurs it did not take long to establish the It’s Greek to Me name throughout Northern Jersey. It all started in 1986 when James and Stacy, together with their mother, Ero Papavasiliou, opened their first restaurant in Cliffside Park. Ero’s home recipes made it an immediate success! She used recipes handed down from grandmother to grandmother; delicious recipes she used to make at home. The Mediterranean food, fresh and simple with a healthy approach, is very authentic. Ero still makes daily stops at the restaurants to sample the food in the kitchen, making sure it is the way it should be. In 2002 Stacy’s son Anthony joined the It’s Greek to Me family. With Anthony overseeing operations they now operate 9 restaurants.They have also franchised the name and are looking to expand. Each restaurant is friendly, has a comfortable atmosphere and sparks a desire for Greek food and specialties. The sunny Greek Island decor is the restaurant’s signature and provides a cheerful atmosphere for an informal and moderately priced lunch or dinner. DISHES: Shrimp Mykonos- Sautéed shrimp with tomato sauce and feta served over orzo. Pastichio - Rigatoni pasta baked with ground beef topped with bechamel Spanakopita (spinach pie) - Spinach and feta wrapped in phyllo DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How do you navigate thru dissapointment in a relationship? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Ogle (verb) to look at amorously, flirtatiously, or impertinently. STATS: https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/disappointment-in-relationships/10 ways to deal with disappointment in relationships 1. Verbalize what your expectations are 2.Timing is everything 3.Stay on topic 4.Learn to compromise 5.Never take things personally 6. Look for effort, not perfection 7. Don’t assume their worldview is similar to yours 8. Let go of expecting your happiness to come from your partner 9. Be the person you’d like to be in love with 10. Be ready to walk away SCRIPTURE: Psalm 18:3 In the midst of disappointment, know that God is listening and hears your cries, is a comfort. He will always hear you, whether you are happy, sad, heartbroken, or disappointed. #DiningWithNdiva #Podcast #Food
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 46 GUEST HOSTS: Serena (Serena @serenaytg - IG & Michael Parker ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: New Years Resolutions WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Dyspeptic - (adjective or noun) It describes someone who is irritable due to depression or indigestion. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: His dyspeptic attitude was in full force as he snapped at his employees for minor errors. FEATURED RESTAURANT: @walkerhousellc @walkerhousellc.apothecary Private Chef & Caterer Déjà 917.808.7794 Hashtag #COOKINGWITHDEJA Clifton NJ Www.DejaWalker.com (under construction) BIO: Deja Walker - Walker House, LLC - Owner She started cooking with her grandmother at the age of 7. Her grandmother despised instant and boxed food. Deja was never allowed to buy it. cooking soon led her to cooking for small parties and dishes for friends. Uncle Wyatt opened up a bar and grill called "Lawrence's", and this began her journey of professional cooking. While at Lawrence's, Deja got the opportunity to learn and perfect her craft from the best, Chef Les and Chef Cell. She worked at Lawrence's for 2 years before their closing due to Uncle Wyatt's health conditions. She began selling dinners from the comfort of her own home, a convenient set up for a single mother with limited resources. This led to catering and meal prep. She now travels the country, sometimes with her son in tow, cooking for celebrities as a private chef. When she is not traveling she is catering corporate and social events of all kinds. She is extremely thankful for the opportunity to work and make a living at her own discretion. She is a 42 year old single mother of 1 son. She resides in New Jersey. DISHES: Dishes that I will bring- 1. Jerk BBQ Salmon & Shrimp W/vegetable fried rice and sauteed broccoli. 2. Garlic Butter Wings W/mac&cheese and green beans 3. Chicken & Shrimp Rasta Pasta Dessert- 1. Salted caramel Banana pudding 2. Strawberry Banana pudding DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: New Years Resolutions WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Dyspeptic - (adjective or noun) It describes someone who is irritable due to depression or indigestion. SOURCE: https://discoverhappyhabits.com/new-years-resolution-statistics/According to a 2016 study, of the 41% of Americans who make New Years resolutions, by the end of the year only 9% feel they are successful in keeping them. In 2020, one of the most popular New Year’s resolution is to eat healthier – 43% of Americans. Generational Statistics : Baby boomers want to lose weight (53%) but place less importance on saving money (39%) compared to the younger generations. Gen Z is 4x more concerned with finding love than any other age group. Gen Z also wants to dress better and improve their style the most. Millennials on the West Coast are the most concerned with getting a work promotion or raise in 2020. Millennials are the most confident in keeping all their resolutions (39%). Regional Statistics: Losing weight is more important to those who live in the Midwest than any other US region, while exercising is more important for those on the West Coast compared to the rest of the US. The southern states find it more important to drink less alcohol than any other region, but the Northeast has more people that would like to stop drinking alcohol completely. SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 48 GUEST HOSTS:Serena (Serena @serenaytg - IG & Michael Parker ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What red flags are deal breakers in platonic or romantic relationships? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Ungainly - (adjective) - awkward; clumsy. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: Unfortunately they appeared to be under-rehearsed and it looked pretty ungainly at times. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Dolce & Salato Colombian cafe and Restaurant 102 W Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 250-8577Website: dolcesalatonj.com BIO: John & Diane - Dolce & Salato Colombian cafe and Restaurant - Owner John bought his restaurant from a friend who was struggling with the business. John had zero idea about this type of business but he wanted to try something new so he took the chance and this is how his journey started. John had very difficult times at the begining but after the 3rd year he started to see the results of his hard work and the best thing, he met his wife Diane. Diane started working as a cook now she is out side helping with the customers and helping John with everything that has to do with their restaurant. John and Diane are a very good team together and now they are on their fifth year in business and giving it their all to make it better every day. DISHES: Cachapa - Sweet corn cake stuffed with cheese and any choice of meat (steak/pork). Arepa Rellena- stuffed corn cake with shredded beef, corn, melted mozzarella, bacon, slices of avocado & quail egg. Desgranado- Hawaiian Burger- bacon, pineapple chunks, pineapple sauce, and crushed potato chips. DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What red flags are deal breakers in platonic or romantic relationships? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Ungainly - (adjective) - awkward; clumsy. STATS: https://www.livewellwithsharonmartin.com/relationship-red-flags/ Inability to resolve conflicts; Controlling behavior or a lack of trust;You don’t feel like you can be fully yourself; Your friends and family members have expressed concerns about your partner or relationship; You’re conceding rather than compromising; Difficulty sharing feelings; Giving up your friends, interests, or goals; Pressure to become too serious too fast; Lying or breaches of trust & Abuse of any kind (emotional, verbal, physical, sexual, financial, gaslighting). SCRIPTURE: 2 Timothy 3:1–5 3 But understand this, that yin the last days there will come times of difficulty. 2 For people will be zlovers of self, alovers of money, bproud, barrogant, abusive, bdisobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 cheartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, dnot loving good, 4 treacherous, reckless, eswollen with conceit, flovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, 5 having the appearance of godliness, but gdenying its power. hAvoid such people.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 47 GUEST HOSTS: Serena (Serena @serenaytg - IG & Michael Parker ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Is dating your spouse still required after you say I do? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Schism - (noun) a split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: The schism between my two best friends put me in the awkward position of having to choose one over the other. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Go Fish - Bogota 64 W Main St, Bogota, NJ 07603 (201) 250-8577Website: https://gofishnj.comIG: @gofishseafoodnj BIO: Mark Jefferies & Geisi Segura - Go Fish, Bogota - Owner Mark Jeffries was a manager at a major television network for 20 yrs. After that ended, Mark decided not to go back to television but decided to become a restauranteur. Since cooking has always been something Mark loved, It wasn't a decision Mark took lightly. When Mark decided he was going to do it he had to humble myself and start at ground zero. Mark worked in 3 restaurants and a food truck and participated in a culinary training program. Along his journey he met his business partner Geisi Segura. A chef who had 20 yrs experience running restaurants and they clicked immediately. When the opportunity came for Mark to open his own place he called Geisi up and they looked at a location and decided to go for it and they became partners. Gofish was a concept Mark came up with from his love of seafood and the desire to offer something different that he hadn't seen before. "We have a unique take on many traditional dishes and we have some very original dishes as well that we think people will enjoy and remember. We started 4 months ago and have made tremendous progress. We started as take out only and have been fortunate enough to be able to add seating and create a space that has a great decor and vibe. "Good vibes only" is a sign hanging on our wall and we truly mean it. Everyone is welcome at our restaurant and we just want to continue to put out the best food and the best vibe cause we truly believe you get back what you put out so great food and great vibes are what we put out to get that same vibe in return. Thank you from all of us here at gofish!" DISHES: Fruity pebbles French toast - French toast dipped in crumbled fruity pebbles cereal served with whipped cream and syrup Presto pesto waffle bowl - fried salmon, shrimp and whiting chunks served in a homemade waffle bowl and topped with our homemade pesto Chicken stuffed waffle - flavorful breaded chicken blended into the batter of our homemade waffle mix topped with hot maple syrup Pancake taco - buttermilk pancake wrap served with bbq pulled brisket. Home fries and cheddar eggs any style All from our Sunday brunchday menu that we want to promote. TBT - Shrimp Po Boy City Island Basket Lobster Mac&Cheese DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Is dating your spouse still required after you say I do? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Schism - (noun) a split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief. SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 5:22-33 Ephesians 5:25-33 ESV / 1,170 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, so that he might present the church to himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, that she might be holy and without blemish. In the same way husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church #DWN #Go Fish #Dining With Ndiva
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 45 GUEST HOSTS: Jaime & Marie (IG: @mediamamas1112_) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: He brought the chill on the1st date. Now what? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Puerile - (adjective) childishly foolish, immature, or trivial EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "My teenage daughter was upset when her puerile conduct got her sent to the little kids’ table at dinner." FEATURED RESTAURANT: Noam - Owner Noah's Ark 493 Cedar Ln, Teaneck, NJ 07666 (201) 692-1200www.noahsark.net Waitresses: Jazmine and Dara DISHES: Hot Juicy Cornbeef Hot Juicy Pastrami Chicken & Waffles BBQ Pulled Brisket Brunch All Day Bonanza Burger DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: He brought the chill on the1st date. Now what? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Puerile - (adjective) childishly foolish, immature, or trivial EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "My teenage daughter was upset when her puerile conduct got her sent to the little kids’ table at dinner." STATS: thefederalist.com A survey of more than 3500 singles conducted by the online dating site RSVP (owned by Fairfax Media, the publisher of Sunday Life) found that 20% of users "always" got a second date. 29% said they got one 75%of the time and 28% said they got one as often as not. SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 “Love is patient, love is kind. Love does not envy, is not boastful, is not conceited, does not act improperly, is not selfish, is not provoked, and does not keep a record of wrongs. Love finds no joy in unrighteousness but rejoices in the truth. It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 44 GUEST HOSTS: Jaime & Marie (IG: @mediamamas1112_) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: When is it a good time to bring your significant other to church? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Percipient - (adjective) Having a good understanding of things; perceptive. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "The percipient expression on her face showed her understanding." FEATURED RESTAURANT: 354 Steakhouse 354 Lawton Ave, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010, United States 201-941-0499Website: www.354steakhouse.com Instagram: @354steakhouse DISHES: Spinach Manchego Cheese Empanadas Bang Bang Shrimp Stuffed Avocado with Shrimp 354 Ribs Tres Leche DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: When is it a good time to bring your significant other to church? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Percipient - (adjective) Having a good understanding of things; perceptive. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "The percipient expression on her face showed her understanding." STATS: thefederalist.com Going to church with your partner does seem to be a good thing. Churchgoing couples were significantly more likely (11 percent) to report they were “very” or “extremely happy” in their relationships, as compared to non-attending couples. It's especially good when couples have many friends at church SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 6:14-15 14 Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? 15 What harmony is there between Christ and Belial[a]? Or what does a believer have in common with an unbeliever?
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 43 GUEST HOSTS: Jaime & D'Asia DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Overcoming loneliness during the holidays? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Cloven - (adjective) Split or divided in two. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Remember the story of Moses when he made the Red Sea cloven." FEATURED RESTAURANT: Burger Boss 185 Humphrey St, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 408-4601 https://burgerbossnj.square.siteIG: @burgerbossnj BUCKETS TACO 185 BIO: Johnny- OWNER Our classic burger made from a house brisket blend, and topped with Chef Jonny's Bearnaise Sauce and pickled red onions is a divine flavor combo you won't find anywhere else! DISHES: Bucket of Fried Chicken Texas Burger Honey Garlic WIngs Buffalo Cauliflower Poppers Original Fried Chicken Sandwich Brisket Tacos DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Overcoming loneliness during the holidays? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Cloven - (adjective) Split or divided in two. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Remember the story of Moses when he made the Red Sea cloven." STATS: www.valuepenguin.com • 11% of consumers report feeling extreme loneliness heading into the winter holidays, with 70% reporting various stages of loneliness. Generation Zers, millennials and Generation Xers were the most likely to feel the strongest loneliness. • Nearly seven in 10 Americans are worried about their family or friends feeling lonely during the holidays this year, with more than two in 10 of them being very worried. Older generations were the least likely to worry about their families feeling lonely. • Consumers are practicing forms of self-care to manage stress and loneliness, including watching TV or movies (60%), exercising (40%) and reading (39%), but only 7% said they’re talking to a therapist or counselor. Additionally, 19% of those 75 and older said they don’t do anything to manage stress or loneliness. • Some consumers’ holiday loneliness may be related to the season, as 13% said they’ve been diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder, which is characterized by depression at the same time each year. Another 29% haven’t been diagnosed but experience those symptoms. SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 41:10“Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 42 GUEST HOSTS: Jaime & D'Asia DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: When does eye candy become lust? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Besiege - (verb) surround (a place) with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender; lay siege to. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: '"the television station was besieged with calls".
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 41 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keish - @keisha_cc ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: The misconceptions of love languages 1. Acts of service: Always wanting to do something for your partner 2. Time spent: too much time/stalking 3. Gift giving: giving the same gift over n over 4. Physical touch: Is not just sexual 5. Affirmation: Saying "You're beautiful" ALL the time. WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Gemütlich (adjective) - Pleasant and cheerful. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Steven was known for his gemütlich demeanor." FEATURED RESTAURANT: Manhattan Bagel 14 W Palisade Ave. Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 816-0008Website Info: manhattanbagel.com IG INFO: @manhattanbagelenglewood BIO: Manhattan bagel has been a staple in our community since 1987. Their bagels are fresh-baked in-store every day the classic NY-Style way — Boiled and Baked with love. Manhattan is an East Coast favorite for those with discriminating tastes. They use only the highest quality ingredients from market-fresh produce to meats and cheeses sliced daily in-store to bring you our timeless delicious recipes. Their customers love their Fresh-baked NY-Style Bagels, fresh cracked eggs on the griddle, Authentic Deli Sandwiches, Scrumptious Salads, Fresh-baked Sweets & Artisan Roasted Arabica Coffees. All prepared fresh every day for you. DISHES: Nova lox Cream cheese with sliced onions and Capers Asparagus Mushroom Egg White Manhattan Cheese Steak Roll Chicken Salad Sandwich Empire State Club Sandwich empire stat turkey sandwich Bagel Classic Wildberry-Smoothie Strawberry Lemonade Frozen Caramel Latte Vanilla Latte DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: The misconceptions of love languages 1. Acts of service: Always wanting to do something for your partner 2. Time spent: too much time/stalking 3. Gift giving: giving the same gift over n over 4. Physical touch: Is not just sexual 5. Affirmation: Saying "You're beautiful" ALL the time. WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Gemütlich (adjective) - Pleasant and cheerful. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Steven was known for his gemütlich demeanor." STATS: www.huffpost.com This Is The Most Common Of The 5 Love Languages Words of affirmation: 23 percent. Quality time: 20 percent. Acts of service: 20 percent. Physical touch: 19 percent. Receiving gifts: 18 percent. SCRIPTURE: Matthew22:37 “You must love the Lord yourGodwith all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 40 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keish - @keisha_cc ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What does 50-50 relationship looks like? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Benison (noun) - A blessing. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Sharon came to see missing her train as a benison in disguise." FEATURED RESTAURANT: Karla Jiménez Cakes & More 78 W Main St. Bogota NJ 07603 (201) 383-9895Website Info: karlajimenezcakes.com IG INFO: @karlagpg BIO: Karla Jimenez cakes and more is a family owned bakery specialized in custom Dominican cakes but we make a variety of flavors, desserts and treats. The business is run by the couple Karla and Manuel Jimenez. They combined their passion for culinary arts, cakes and computer designing and create very artistic cakes for any occasion. We started baking in our apartment and as the business grew we saw the opportunity to expand opening up our store last April of 2021 at 78 w main st Bogota Nj 07603, offering a cozy environment filled with love, coffee, and sweet and savory treats to satisfy your cravings. DISHES: Cheesecake shots Passion Fruit and Mango Almond croissants Dolce de Leche Spinach and feta cheese puff pies Chicken empanadas Lemon delight Brownies DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What does 50-50 relationship looks like? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Benison (noun) - A blessing. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Sharon came to see missing her train as a benison in disguise." STATS: www.goodtherapy.org In this day and age, people want equal relationships. We want to be treated fairly and share the responsibilities of our relationships. But an equitable, 50/50 relationship does not mean each partner gives 50% of themselves. In fact, this type of division can be damaging to a relationship. www.christianfamilylife.com “you do your part” leads to “unmet expectations” leads to “disappointment” leads to “anger or silence” leads to “distance instead of harmony” leads to “increased pressure to perform”. There is no such thing as a 50-50 relationship. Love doesn’t take count. One spouse may do more for the other one day then the next day the other spouse may be more. - Anonymous SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 5:29-31 29 After all, no one ever hated their own body, but they feed and care for their body, just as Christ does the church— 30 for we are members of his body. 31 “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 39 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keish - @keisha_cc ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Blue Collar or White Collar. Which one do you prefer? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Amalgamate (verb) - Combine or unite to form one organization or structure. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Mark was excited to amalgamate his work and living space under one roof." FEATURED RESTAURANT: A Taste of the Caribbean - Jamaican and American cuisine 166 W Englewood Ave. Teaneck, NJ 07666 (201) 837-2425Website Info: https://atasteofthecarib.comIG INFO: @tastethecaribrestaurant BIO: A Taste of the Caribbean is owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo Gifford & Ornett Ferguson. Hailing from the parishes of St. Catherine and St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, they both share a common love for Jamaica and the foods that adds to its rich culture. They work well as a team with Chef Fergie in the kitchen while Ornett handles the daily operations of the restaurant. This is a family affair, you will also see their two daughters sometimes attending the restaurant, especially on busy event nights - karaoke, live music, small gatherings, and event catering - and Sundays. A taste of the Caribbean is in the heart and hub of Teaneck NJ serving up some of the best dishes Jamaica is known for. They offer farm to table, authentic Jamaican dishes such as Oxtail Stew, Curried Goat, Jerked chicken served with sides like fried plantains, Rice & peas, and festival. How can we forget to mention the famous Jamaican Plantain porridge, Beef patty and cocoa bread and fried dumplings? A taste of the Caribbean is a combination of two people’s love for the art and culture of Jamaican cuisine and sharing this with others. DISHES: Curry Chicken - Rice & Peas - Mixed Vegetables - Tofu Stir Fry - Sweet & Sour Chicken w/Bone-in They are "the flavor of the Island." DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Blue Collar or White Collar. Which one do you prefer? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Amalgamate (verb) - Combine or unite to form one organization or structure. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Mark was excited to amalgamate his work and living space under one roof." STATS: www.investopedia.com KEY TAKEAWAYS White-collar workers are known as suit-and-tie workers who work in service industries and often avoid physical labor. The blue-collar stereotype refers to any worker who engages in hard manual labor, such as construction, mining, or maintenance. Being a white-collar and blue-collar worker often implies belonging to a higher or lower social class, respectively. The terms typically evoke different images of workers; however, the similarities between their roles are increasing. SCRIPTURE: Matthew 6:33 “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” As a wife in waiting, you need to be in prayer that your future husband is, above everything else, seeking Christ and His Kingdom FIRST in his life.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 38 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keish - @keisha_cc ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Narcissism and relationships and how do you survive it? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Lucullan - extremely luxurious. (Especially of food) EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 'Imagine that you are nearing the end of a Lucullan dinner at one of the finest restaurants in Jamaica'. FEATURED RESTAURANT: YA'EAT.TV https://www.yaeat.tv/about South Hackensack, NJ 07606 (201) 440-1116IG Info: @yaeatcookingchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/yaeat https://twitter.com/YaEatYet https://www.instagram.com/yaeatcookingchannel https://www.pinterest.com/yaeatyet https://www.facebook.com/groups/YaEat https://www.youtube.com/yaeat https://venmo.com/yaeat BIO: When Dave was a kid, his Mom, Dad, and fellow Italian friends were always concerned if you had enough food to eat, and instead of saying “Did You Eat” with a combination of Italian and North Jersey accents, it was transformed into... Ya’Eat. Chef Dave has been cooking for over 40 years. He is a culinary graduate and at the age of 22, Chef Dave was an executive chef at a seafood restaurant in New Jersey. For years people have been asking him to open a restaurant and to share his personal recipes. Instead, ChefDave decided to create an online cooking show to share his recipes and love of food with the world. Ya'Eat is proud to produce wonderful and engaging video recipe content for all of you to enjoy. Yoy'll be able to follow Ya'Eat, the creative process, and the creative journey. Ya'Eat is constantly on the lookout for new ways to express ideas and is always thrilled to collaborate with other artists in the video community
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 37 GUEST HOSTS: Keish - @keisha_cc & Jaime - @JaimeLuz Divina (FBHandle) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: HouseHusbands - a man who lives with a partner and carries out household duties traditionally done by a housewife rather than working outside the home. WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Aplomb - Self-confidence or assurance especially when in a demanding situation. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "The lead actor recovered with such aplomb that the audience forgot he had tripped onstage moments before." FEATURED RESTAURANT: Cassie's – Restaurant & Coal Burning Brick Oven Pizza 18 S Dean St. Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 541-6760IG Info: @ cassies_pizzeria Website: https://cassiespizzeria.com/ BIO: In the late 1800’s a handful of Italy’s piazzaiolos (pizza makers) migrated to New York City bringing with them the recipe for “old world” style pizza. Each morning, dough was prepared fresh, topped with the finest ingredients, and charred to perfection in a coal-fired brick oven. Over 100 years later, Cassie’s Pizzeria proudly brings this authentic art of pizza making and more to Englewood, NJ and Orangeburg, NY. DISHES: Cassie's – Restaurant & Coal Burning Brick Oven Pizza – 18 S. Dean St. 201-541-6760 Meatball Appetizer Margarita Pizza Penna Vodka Chicken Parmesan DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: HouseHusbands - a man who lives with a partner and carries out household duties traditionally done by a housewife rather than working outside the home. WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Aplomb - Self-confidence or assurance especially when in a demanding situation. STATS: While the pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on women, and mothers in particular, men have not been exempt from experiencing job loss or leaving the workforce over the past year. Between February 2020 and April 2021, nearly 1.6 million men left the labor force, Source://www.cnbc.com SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 6:4 “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord”
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 35 GUEST HOSTS: Keish - @keisha_cc & Jaime - @JaimeLuz Divina (FBHandle) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Does love distract you from your goals? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Phlegmatic - Having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: "Patrick’s phlegmatic temperament means he doesn’t anger easily." FEATURED RESTAURANT: Bennies – Mediterranean restaurant 54 E Palisade Ave Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 894-5700IG Info: @englewoodbennies Website: benniesofenglewood.com BIO: Owner - Addy Established in 1969, Bennies is a Mediterranean restaurant based in Englewood, New Jersey. From a small, peaceful village in the mountains of Lebanon to the pulsating New York City streets, Bennies Restaurant has created a haven of healthy, pure, genuine home cooking for all of those that have been fortunate enough to experience it. As all of its loyal customers can attest, it is an addiction, but one that is truly beneficial to your health, a modern day fountain of youth. Bennies is not just food, it is an experience, and its history lies within the one family that holds it all together. DISHES: Chicken Shwarma Wrap – Tomatoes, Pickles, Onions, Garlic spread & Tahini Sauce Ahi Tuna Wrap – Seared Ahi Tuna, Fresh Spinach, Avocado and Wasabi Mayonnaise Hummus Babagnoug – Smoked Eggplant dip Tabouli – Parsley Salad with Tomato, Onion, Bulgur, Lemon and Olive Oil Grilled Eggplant Roasted Cauliflower DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Does love distracts you from your goals? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Phlegmatic - Having an unemotional and stolidly calm disposition. SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:62, TLB Anyone who lets himself be distracted from the work I plan for him is not fit for the kingdom of God.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 34 GUEST HOSTS: Keish - @keisha_cc & Jaime - @JaimeLuz Divina (FBHandle) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Addiction WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Addiction (adjective) the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing, or activity. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: He committed the theft to finance his drug addiction. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Foodies Diner 582 Huyler St. South Hackensack, NJ 07606 (201) 440-1116IG Info: @foodies_southhackensack Website: https://foodiesnj.com BIO: Foodies owners, Teddy and Maria Sakellaris opened Foodies with the mindset that you can’t live a full life on an empty stomach. Their goal is to provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere to each guest, serve fresh and delicious food, and offer outstanding service to everyone who walks through the door. They have over a decade’s worth of experience in the restaurant industry, owning the Maple Valley Diner in Clifton, and previously the Hawthorne Diner. They are opened every day from 7am-3pm for breakfast, brunch, and lunch and have a large menu that can accommodate even the pickiest of eaters. The menu can be found on www.foodiesnj.com and you can place an order for delivery through the website. Foodies is located on Huyler Street, adjacent to the South Hackensack post office and across from the Teterboro airport. Make your way over to Foodies for a a great meal any day of the week! DISHES: 1. Pumpkin praline soufflé 2. Funfetti banana pudding 3. Fall Harvest apple and walnut salad 4. Belgian waffle with fresh fruit 5. Memphis Burger with fries 6. Foodies club wrap with onion rings. DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Addiction WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Addiction (adjective) the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing, or activity. STATS: Among Americans aged 12 years and older, 31.9 million are current illegal drug users (used within the last 30 days). - 11.7% of Americans 12 and over use illegal drugs. - 53 million or 19.4% of people 12 and over have used illegal drugs or misused prescription drugs within the last year. - If alcohol and tobacco are included, 165 million or 60.2% or of Americans aged 12 years or older currently abuse drugs (i.e., used within the last 30 days). - 14.8million Americans 12 and over drink alcohol. - 14.8 million or 10.6% of them have an alcohol use disorder. 31.9 million people use tobacco. - 31.9 million use illegal drugs. - 8.1 million of 25.4% of illegal drug users have a drug disorder. - 2 million people or 24.7% of those with drug disorders have an opioid disorder; this includes prescription pain relievers or “pain killers” and heroin). SCRIPTURE: James 5:15-16 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 33 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Amber @bfitnfocused_amb - IG ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Have you ever had a bad experience dating someone with kids? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Nothingburger - Something that is or turns out to be insignificant or lacking in subtsance EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: The meeting of world leaders turned out to be a big nothingburger FEATURED RESTAURANT: Blue Moon Mexican Cafe 23 E Palisade Ave. Englewood, NJ 07631 https://www.bluemoonmexicancafe.com/@bluemoonmexcafe- IG ) BIO: Owner: Howie Life is a fiesta! This is the philosophy of the people who operate the extraordinarily popular Blue Moon Mexican Café. The folks at Blue Moon have been spreading that "fiesta feeling" and a lot of great Mexican food in Englewood and throughout North Jersey and beyond for more than 20 years. The real secret to this restaurant's success is the food. The fajitas and guacamole are just great, but the most popular item on the menu might be the Fajita Moon, which is marinated grilled strips of steak with sautéed peppers and onions, sliced avocado, refried beans and Mexican rice all wrapped in a flour tortilla then smothered in melted cheese served with pico de gallo and jalapenos. The best value on the Blue Moon menu is the Nachos & Sangria, which includes enough homemade tortilla chips tossed with melted cheese, salsa, jalapenos, refried beans, guacamole and sour cream to allow you to enjoy the Blue Moon experience on a budget. Blue Moon Mexican Café, established in 1987 is where Life is a Fiesta Every Day. Each location has its own unique ambiance offering authentic and eclectic Mexican cuisine sourced from top quality vendors and farmers using the freshest ingredients in the 90% scratch kitchen. Blue Moon is known for their special events, live music, daily specials and Each location offers Delivery & Pick Up, Children’s Menu, Private Rooms for Events and Celebrations and Off Premise Catering. For Menus to order online, Weekly Events and Live Entertainment updates visit bluemoonmexicancafe.com or download the bluemoonmexicancafe app at ITunes. Life is a fiesta every day…Eat it Up! DISHES: Guacamole and Chips Steak Fajitas - skirt steak fajitas served with sautéed peppers and onions, sour cream, guacamole, Mexican rice, refried beans and flour tortillas. Smokey the Bearrito - our famous giant burrito made with bbq chicken, refried beans, Mexican rice, and smoked gouda cheese, wrapped in a flour torilla Brisket Tacos - ancho brisket, chopped radishes, cilantro and queso fresco served in white corn tortillas Red Sangria and House Margarita - enjoy !! DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Have you ever had a bad experience dating someone with kids? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION Nothingburger - Something that is or turns out to be insignificant or lacking in subtsance. STATS: How much time do they have to spend on a relationship? What’s the situation with the other parent? What are their concerns when it comes to dating? What type of boundaries will they put in place? SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go, Even when he is old he will not depart from it.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 32 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Amber @bfitnfocused_amb - IG ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: If you could call yourself 5 years ago and had 30 seconds, what would you say? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Wanton - a lewd or immoral person EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: He loved the way she could be wanton and sensual one minute, then bashful and demure the next. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Amber “Juice Girl” Dickson @bfitnfocused_amb - IG ) BIO: Owners: Lisa McFarland & Bobby Digi Amber “Juice Girl” Dickson DISHES: TBD DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: If you could call yourself 5 years ago and had 30 seconds, what would you say? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION Wanton - a lewd or immoral person SCRIPTURE: 1 CORINTHIANS 13:11When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man/woman, I put away childish things.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 31 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Serena @serenaytg - IG ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What are some deep meaningful conversations to have on a 1st date? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Erroneous - (adjective) containing error; mistaken; incorrect; wrong: EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: Paul made an erroneous assumption that the beautiful blonde was unattached, and he was rewarded with a black eye for his efforts to get a date. FEATURED RESTAURANT: O’Henry’s Publick House 10 Minthorne St, Staten Island, NY 10301 (718) 442-6200 https://ohenryspub.com/IG: @ohenryspub BIO: Owners: Lisa McFarland & Bobby Digi O’Henry’s Publick House Is a British Style Pub/Restaurant that brings the old-fashioned charm of classic British comfort foods paired with a premium selection of wines, spirits and seasonal craft beers along with traditional favorites. They opened in January of 2020, 6 weeks before the pandemic hit. They are located at 10 Minthorne St., Staten Island, NY 10301. It was a project that was in the works for several years. O'Henry's is the only British pub on Staten Island. They wanted to do something completely different. Bobby lived in England and Lisa’s grandmother was from England, so it made sense to choose this theme and incorporate what they know and pay tribute to their roots. They took their time to do it right. There bar has a story, if it could talk the stories it could tell. They have also teamed up with other restaurants and have donated a portion of their sales to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation for the 9/11 fund. At the holidays They collect toys for Toys for Tots. Giving back and helping others is extremely important. O'Henry's come from very humble beginnings and even though they have been struggling throughout this pandemic it is still very important to help others that may not have a support system or have fallen on tougher times. DISHES: Fish and Chips, Wings with the different sauces on the side, Portobello burger without the egg; and Lemon Cake. O'Henry's Publik House is currently working on more vegetarian vegan options and expanding there menu. The portobello burger is made on the left side of the grill where they don't cook meat. If someone is Vegan O'Henry's tries to be accommodating by changing the bun or cooking on a separate part of the grill. The same with Celiac. The grill is free from any bread so that food is safe.
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 30 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Serena @serenaytg - IG ) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Diva Encounters that lead into sowing seeds into Sisterhood? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Fervent - (adjective) having or displaying a passionate intensity. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: If you have a fervent desire to become an actress, you'll stop at nothing to realize your dream. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Blended Ice Cream 291 Main St Hackensack, NJ 07601 (201) 375-6999 https://www.blendidicecream.com/IG: @blendidicecream BIO: Tamika - Owner Out with the old, in with the new! That’s the concept behind Blendid Rolled Ice Cream. They want to add a modern-day twist on the traditional scooped ice cream. Blendid provides personalized, freshly-made rolled ice cream created right in front of your eyes. Not sure what you want? Don’t worry, try some of their amazing signature items. With their Ice Cream’s splendid taste and grandiose presentation, Blendid Rolled Ice Cream is here to stay and here to grow. As a brand new store in Hackensack, NJ, Blendid is dedicated to becoming a staple in the community and the go-to spot for families. DISHES: Vegan Mint Condition; Strawberry Shortcake; Cinnamon Swirl DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Diva Encounters that lead into sowing seeds into Sisterhood? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Fervent - (adjective) having or displaying a passionate intensity. SOURCE: https://www.forbes.com/sites/shelleyzalis/2019/03/06/power-of-the-pack-women-who-support-women-are-more-successful/?sh=5acbaa811771New research in the Harvard Business Review finds that while both men and women benefit from having a network of well-connected peers across different groups, women who also have an inner circle of close female contacts are more likely to land executive positions with greater authority and higher pay. The reason? Women trying to rise up into leadership face cultural and systemic hurdles that make it harder for them to advance, such as unconscious bias. The study suggests that a way to overcome some of these hurdles is to form close connections with other women, who can share experiences from women who have been there, done that—from how to ask for what you’re worth to bring your unique talents to leadership. SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 9:10Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness; #sisterhood #NadivaShow #Motivation #Interview
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 29 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Intentional Dating WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Lugubrious1. (adjective) mournful, dismal, or gloomy, especially in an affected, exaggerated, or unrelieved manner EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: This lugubrious work of art was set up in white marble after his death in St Paul's cathedral, where it may still be seen. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Cookies by Design 125 N Dean St, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 567-1206Email: www.cookiesbydesign.com BIO: Joe and Donna Cheringal (pronounced, Sure-ring-gull) The company is Cookies by Design- the original cookie bouquet company. They offer fully customizable cookies and treats for delivery. There are over 60 locations in North America. They service the Western areas of Manhattan, Staten Island, and Brooklyn, along with northern NJ and a portion of central NJ. Cookies By Designs location has been a part of the Englewood neighborhood for almost 30 years. Joe and Donna Cheringal (pronounced, Sure-ring-gull) are relatively new owners, who are coming up on 3 yrs in the business. Joe is the owner-operator. Joe has an extensive finance and sales background working in corporate America. After many years in the office, he decided to step out of his comfort zone and take on the challenge of something hands-on that he can grow and mold with his own visions. "We have a very dedicated staff who are very talented. We are beyond lucky to have them and they make every day a joy to come to work." We hope you love our treats and give us a thumbs up!! Thank you for the opportunity!!" COOKIES: Cookie Assortment Chocolate Cookie; Dolce Con Leche; Red Velvet; Oreo; Peanut Butter Oatmeal Raisin Double Chocolate; Billionaire (Oatmeal, walnuts and Black & White Chocolate chips) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Intentional Dating WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Lugubrious1. (adjective) mournful, dismal, or gloomy, especially in an affected, exaggerated, or unrelieved manner STATS: https://www.yahoo.com/now/intentional-dating-post-pandemic-relationshipIn a non-scientific poll of some of our single friends, it seems that folks are more than ready to be more intentional about dating. Allie, 30, says, “I’ve been tired of the endless ‘swipe, go on one or two dates, repeat’ cycle that’s been happening for the past few years. I’m not necessarily more interested in being in a relationship than I was before, but I’m definitely more into the idea of being more intentional about how I date.” For her part, Elle, 37, who got out of a relationship just before the pandemic started, notes, “I’m actually super excited to hear about this trend. I only have so many surface-level ‘do you have any siblings’ drink dates left in me.” Hear, hear, sister. SCRIPTURE: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 New International Version 9 Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: 10 If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. #Nadiva #Show #NadivaShow #Dating #InternationaldDating
DINING WITH NADIVA - Ep. 28 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How to quiet the "cries of Culture" to hear the "Whispers of the Holy Spirit?" WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Extol1. 1. (adjective) to praise highly; laud; eulogize EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: During the church service, the minister went out of his way to extol the contributions of the children’s youth choir. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Red, White and Pasta 21 E Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 731-3223IG Info: @redwhiteandpasta BIO: Kevin Graynor / Owner Kevin, the owner of Red White and Pasta, is a family style restaurant in Englewood, NJ. Kevin has been in the restaurant business for nearly 30 years and it was always a dream of his to open his own place, where people could feel comfortable and "at home" in a neighborhood restaurant. Kevin poured his life savings into making this dream a reality 3 1/2 years ago. The first few years brought much success until that dreadful day of March 16, 2020, when his life and the lives of his employees changed forever. On March 27, 2020, Kevin started to feel symptoms of COVID and by March 29 he was hospitalized for the next 3 months and graciously recovered. During the early part of this pandemic, Kevin made the decision to keep all his employees as long as he could until money and/or funding ran out. The employees are the heart and soul of the restaurant. Most of them have been with Kevin for 10+ years, during his other business ventures. In August 2020, Sarah Wallace from Channel 4 News did a story on Kevin's restaurant Red, White &Pasta. On November 17, 2020, Kevin started to feel sick again and a few days later was back in the hospital with COVID for the SECOND time. On December 20, 2020, Kevin returned to work with full antibodies. "I feel that my restaurant, the employees, and my family, (Kevin has a wife and two children), deserve a second chance to come back to the glory days. We are an affordable family-style Italian restaurant that is vital to not only the community but also my employees, who have been very loyal to me. DISHES: Tri Colore Pear and Apple Salad+ Arugula, sliced apple and pear, cranberry walnut, crumbled blue cheese, honey balsamic vinaigrette. Spaghetti and Grandma's Meatballs +Traditional Sunday gravy. Scallop Prado Pan-seared, over homemade Fettucine in a garlic sauce with scallions Filet of Sole Francese - Over homemade fettucine Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp w/ Crabmeat DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How to quiet the "cries of Culture" to hear the "Whispers of the Holy Spirit?" SCRIPTURE: John 16:13 ESV When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. #Nadiva #Show #Dining #CriesCulture
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 27 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Can marry Christians make love off of Christian Music? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Timorous1. Adjective - Suffering from fear; timid EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: She was very timorous about swimming until she mastered holding her breath. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Baumgart's Englewood 45 E. Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 569-6267https://baumgartsenglewoodcafe.com/ IG: @baumgartsenglewood Order: chownow.com, postmates.com, grubhub.com, seamless.com, ubereats.com Email: Divinecateringqueen@gmail.com IG: @divine_catering_queen_llc BIO: Opened in 1947. New Ownership in 1987 Manager: Alfred Specialty: Asian & American Cuisine; Sushi; American Menu; Homemade Ice Cream DISHES: Sushi: Tiger Roll - Tuna, yellowtail, salmon avocado, caviar crunch wrapped with white seaweed and topped with salmon roe. Sesame Chicken w/ White Rice Strawberry and Espresso Milk Shake DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Can marry Christians make love off of Christian Music? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Timorous1. Adjective - Suffering from fear; timid SCRIPTURE: Song of Songs 7:4-8 Your neck is like a tower of ivory, your eyes like pools in Heshbon by the gate of Bath-rabbit. Your nose is like the tower of Lebanon looking toward Damascus. 5 Your head crowns you like Mount Carmel, the hair of your head like purple cloth—a king could be held captive in your tresses. 6 How beautiful you are and how pleasant, my love, with such delights! 7 Your stature is like a palm tree; your breasts are clusters of fruit. 8 I said, “I will climb the palm tree and take hold of its fruit.” May your breasts be like clusters of grapes, and the fragrance of your breath like apricots. #Music #Dining #Married #Christians #Motivational
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 26 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Dating in the Faith - Dating "your" way vs. God's way WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Quiddity1. The essence of something or someone; a distinctive feature Pronunciation: /kwi·duh·tee/ History: From Latin quid ‘what’. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: He had to understand the Quiddity of each exercise before implementing them. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Divine Catering Queen Owner/Founder: Sadora Joseph (908) 543-4275Email: Divinecateringqueen@gmail.com IG: @divine_catering_queen_llc BIO: Sadora Joseph/ Founder Divine Catering Queen was founded by Sadora Joseph of Westfield NJ. Raised in the house by a single mother who had to put in those hours to take care of the home. Zadora at the age of 10 had to get in that kitchen to cook for the family. Her passion comes from being a mother, and now a wife, seeing the look on her family's faces and other people's faces when that fork enters their mouths. That just brings joy to her heart.. Sadora started her catering business because she wanted people to enjoy real food.. home-cooked food, that makes them feel as if they were at Grandma's... Sadora hopes one day her food will enter the mouths of millions of people and they love the comfort and taste of the food. DISHES: Loaded Potatoes Chicken; Steak and Shrimp DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Dating in the Faith - Dating "your" way vs. God's way WORD OF THE DAY: Quiddity 1. DEFINITION: Quiddity 1. The essence of something or someone; a distinctive feature STATS: www.boundless.org Basically, we can make three general statements about modern dating vs. biblical dating in terms of their respective philosophies: Modern dating seems to be about “finding” the right person for me biblical dating is more about “being” the right person to serve my future spouse’s needs and be a God-glorifying husband or wife. (Reference:Michael Lawrence has written on this site, “Stop Test-Driving Your Girlfriend“); In modern dating, intimacy precedes commitment. In biblical dating, commitment precedes intimacy. The modern dating approach tells us that the way to figure out whether I want to marry someone is to act like we are married. If we like it, we make it official. If we don’t, then we go through something emotionally — and probably physically — like a divorce. In biblical dating, Scripture guides us as to how to find a mate and marry, and the Bible teaches, among other things, that we should act in such a way so as not to imply a marriage-level commitment until that commitment exists before the Lord. SCRIPTURE: Timothy 2:2222 So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. #Dating #Faith #DatingInFaith #NadivaShow
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 25 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Defeating Daily Distractions WORD OF THE DAY: Impervious DEFINITION: Impervious - unable to be affected by. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: He clasped his arms behind his head and lay down, impervious to the cold.. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Playa Bowls 38 E Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 www.playabowls.com IG: @playabowlsenglewood BIO: The Playa Bowls™ concept is the vision of founders Robert Giuliani & Abby Taylor -- both Jersey Shore natives & long-time surfers. Abby grew up in Ocean Township surfing the beaches of Monmouth County, while Rob grew up surfing in Ocean County. They were inspired by chasing summer on surf trips to Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, California & Hawaii. Almost every exotic surf town they visited offered its own unique version of an acai or pitaya bowl. They decided to recreate their favorite recipes with their own twist at home at the Jersey Shore. They made a deal with the owner of the pizza shop they lived above on 8th Avenue in Belmar, NJ. They bought a blender, a patio table, a fridge & a freezer and set up a makeshift pop-up stand on the sidewalk in front of the pizza shop. They spent a lot of time & effort telling their story and educating customers on the benefits of acai. As word spread of this creative & intuitive pop-up stand, more & more people stood in line on the side of Ocean Avenue to see what Playa Bowls was all about. Rob & Abby realized it was time to take their growing business to the next level. Fast forward six years & here we are, sharing our story & passion at over 104 stores nationwide. DISHES: Nutella Acai bowl - Pure acai topped with granola, banana, strawberry, coconut flakes, Nutella drizzle. The Electric Mermaid - Pitaya blend topped with granola, kiwi, pineapple, mango, coconut flakes, honey. The Dolce smoothie - Banana, chocolate protein, peanut butter, coconut milk DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Defeating Daily Distractions WORD OF THE DAY: Impervious DEFINITION: Impervious - unable to be affected by. STATS: Put yourself in distraction-free mode. ... Set three main objectives every day. ... Give yourself a shorter time frame. ... Monitor your mind wandering. ... Train your brain by making a game out of it. ... Take on more challenging work. https://www.entrepreneur.com SCRIPTURE: Romans 12:2 ESV / Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. #Defeating #Distractions #Motivational #DefeatingDistractions
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 24 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Celibacy 101 WORD OF THE DAY: Remonstrate DEFINITION: Remonstrate - To or plead in protest, objection or disapproval. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: I went to my boss to remonstrate against the new rules. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Bageriet - /baa-gar-ree-et/ 355 Essex St, Hackensack, NJ 07601 www.thebageriet.com BIO: BAGERIET /baa-gar-ree-et/ in Swedish: “The Bakery” They are a Swedish bakery café with a touch of France. Their goal is to produce the highest quality, artisanal European baked goods that are also lower in sugar and healthier than traditional American desserts. Everything is made in-house with the finest fresh, all-natural ingredients and love. Their owner Susanne, always loved the traditional baked goods from her childhood in her native Sweden. She grew up with a love of cooking and baking and a desire to share this with others. After immigrating to the US, she noticed the lack of Swedish bakeries and high-quality baked goods in Northern New Jersey. Seeing that her local community was missing out on the delicious artisanal baked goods that she grew up with, she found talented bakers classically trained at French culinary schools to work with her in the kitchen to bake amazing products that she can’t wait to share with you. DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Celibacy 1 on 1 WORD OF THE DAY: Remonstrate DEFINITION: Remonstrate - To or plead in protest, objection or disapproval. STATS: By ages 45-49, 40% of single women are celibate but under 30% of single men. Older women are also disproportionately prone to long-term celibacy, as Figure 3 shows. Over one in three women in the 45-49 age group have gone two years without a sex partner, while one in five women has been celibate for five or more years. https://ifstudies.orgMar 31, 2021 SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 7:3737 Nevertheless he that standeth steadfast in his heart, having no necessity, but hath power over his own will, and hath so decreed in his heart that he will keep his virgin, doeth well. #Celibacy #Nadiva #NadivaShow
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 23 GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Self-Love -- How do you manifest your self-love? WORD OF THE DAY: Puissant 1. (adjective) DEFINITION: Having great power or influence. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: The movie star believed a puissant person like herself should never have to wait in line. FEATURED RESTAURANT: The Good Neighbor Juice Bar 18A S Dean St, Englewood, NJ 07631 http://www.goodneighborjuicebar.com/ TGN was. featured..The.Jewish Link.Newspaper BIO: The Good Neighbor Juice Bar They are a family-run business and we live in Englewood. Their aim is to encourage healthy dietary practices in our community. The Good Neighbor is a juice bar concept that offers cold-pressed juices, smoothies, shakes & Bowls. All our products are loving made from raw, vegan, kosher, organic ingredients sourced from growers who practice sustainable farming. Their guiding principle is Love your neighbor as yourself (Mark 12:31). #NadivaShow #Nadiva #SelfLove #MotivationalVideo
DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 22 Diningwithnadiva@gmail.com GUEST HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Speaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Trending relationship category - "Dating Openly" WORD OF THE DAY: Bereft 1. (adjective) deprived Synonym(s): beggared, deprived, destitute, impoverished, without Antonym(s): full, happy DEFINITION: Bereft 1. (adjective) deprived Synonym(s): beggared, deprived, destitute, impoverished, without Antonym(s): full, happy EXAMPLE SENTENCE: 1: The ER doctor was bereft of sleep and in a horrible mood. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Chic Sugars - Erika Oldham (Owner) 28 South Dean St., Englewood, NJ 07631 201-402-3336 www.chicsugars.com Make sure you follow Chic Sugars on all of their social and digital platforms! www.chicsugars.com www.shop.chicsugars.com Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @chicsugars BIO: Erika Oldham, Cakestress and Founder of Chic Sugars Erika had a desire to carve out her own space in the world, do things on her own terms, and without limits. With the entrepreneurial spirit growing within her, she started Chic Sugars in 2009 after her first epic fails birthday cake creation. Life struggles and defeats combined with persistence, drive and a sense of perfectionism proved to be the perfect recipe for Erika to hone her skills over the years. Erika appeared as a contestant on The Food Network’s Winner Cake All (season 1, episode 10.) To continue to bring her dream to life, Chic Sugars opened a boutique bakery now in Englewood, NJ showcasing their fresh cupcakes, macaroons, edible cookie dough, cake jars, small birthday cakes, and of course, their amazing custom cakes. Today, Erika continues to make her customers and their guests delighted with her creative designs, delicious edible baked goods, and white-glove service. DISHES: Kitchen Sink Brownie; Carrot Cake Cupcake; Triple Chocolate Cupcake Coconut Custard Pie DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Trending relationship category - "Dating Openly" WORD OF THE DAY: Bereft 1. (adjective) deprived Synonym(s): beggared, deprived, destitute, impoverished, without STATS: 1 in 5 Americans who claim to be single has been involved in a consensual, open relationship. Around 4% to 9% of American adults engage in some sort of open relationship. In a study of 2,270 respondents, 4% reported being in an open relationship. - May 23, 2020, comparecamp.com One study even showed 24% of churchgoers believing that polyamory was morally permissible. SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 7:1-5 ESV / Now concerning the matters about which you wrote: “It is good for a man not to have sexual relations with a woman.” But because of the temptation to sexual immorality, each man should have his own wife and each woman her own husband. The husband should give to his wife her conjugal rights, and likewise the wife to her husband. The wife does not have authority over her own body, but the husband does. Likewise, the husband does not have authority over his own body, but the wife does. Do not deprive one another, except perhaps by agreement for a limited time, that you may devote yourselves to prayer; but then come together again, so that Satan may not tempt you because of your lack of self-control. #Relationships #Nadiva #NadivaShow #MotivationalVideo
DWN EP. 21 Topic: When your "normal" becomes excessive for your partner? Feat. Rest. Golden Crust
Ep. 20 Guest Hosts: Antonia (Antham Speaks) & Keisha DIVA'S TABLE TOPIC: When is the right time to introduce your kids to your new significant other? WORD OF THE DAY: Tyro - (noun) beginner, novice FEATURED RESTAURANT: Crispy Crust Pizza OWNER: Craig DIVA TOPIC TABLE: When is the right time to introduce your kids to your new significant other? STATS: A study shows with 1700 women, 2% of those women introduce their childrento the person, they are dating upfront. While 50% say they have to be in an exclusive relationship to introduce their kids. SCRIPTURE: James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God who gives generouslyto all without finding fault and it will be given to you. #Interview #NadivaShow #Kids #Nadiva #IntervieWithNadiva
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTION Ep. 19 GUESTN HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Spekaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Do looks really matter, honestly? WORD OF THE DAY: Piffle - 1. (noun) nonsense, as trivial or senseless talk Synonym(s): balderdash, foolishness, gibberish, hogwash Antonym(s): sense, truth Sentence: It is piffle to say that violence is ever acceptable. FEATURED RESTAURANT: ICE CREAM: ?????? Owners: ????? DISHES: Pint of Ice Cream DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Do looks really matter, honestly? WORD OF THE DAY: Piffle - 1. (noun) nonsense, as trivial or senseless talk Synonym(s): balderdash, foolishness, gibberish, hogwash Antonym(s): sense, truth STATS: Research suggests that we do not want partners who are extremely attractive, but those who are attractive enough. In a research conducted by Griffin and Langlois, a lack of attractiveness was associated with negative qualities, but moderate attractiveness was necessary to make one’s associations positive. - Healthshots.com SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 3:3-4 3. Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. 4. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. - Passage Bible
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTION Ep. 18 GUESTN HOSTS: Antonia (Antham Spekaks & Keisha) DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What is your recovery time after a breakup? WORD OF THE DAY: Beamish - 1. (adjective) beaming with happiness, optimism, or anticipation Sentence: Most kids are beamish when they visit amusement parks and playgrounds. FEATURED RESTAURANT: BurgerIM 477 S.Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621 www.burgerim.com Owners: Amish Burgerim means Many Burgers in Hebrew - Burgerim has many locations across the nation, we own only one location. It's family owned and operated business. Owner is Indian Heritage comes from minority group.We serve Family and Party Boxes in family style meal. We deliver thru DoorDash, UberEats and Grubhub DISHES: FAMILY BOX: 8 Burgers, Chicken Wings, Burgerim Fries & Onion Rings Strawberry Milkshake & Cookies and Cream DIVA TABLE TOPIC: What is your recovery time after a breakup? WORD OF THE DAY: Beamish - 1. (adjective) beaming with happiness, optimism, or anticipation STATS: Studies suggest that people start to feel better around three months post-breakup. One study found it takes three months and 11 days before the average American feels ready to date again after a major breakup. - ZENCARE.com SCRIPTURE: Psalm 147:3 “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” The Good News: No matter the source of your heartbreak, God can repair your wounds.
DINING WITH NADIVA EP. 17 Intro: Antonia AKA Anthem Speaks T.L. Hopkins – Opiniated Black Dads Podcast DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: How important is financial independence coming into a relationship? Is your money “your money” and is their money “their money?” WORD OF THE DAY: BUOYANT – Successful or making a profit, able to float. SENTENCE: “With a great deal of confidence, the buoyant model strolled down the runway.” FEATURED RESTAURANT: Deli Express 15 W Hudson Ave, Englewood, NJ 0763 (201) 731-3047 DISHES: Garden Salad; Shrimp Taco Strawberry & Banana Smoothie Green Juice (Apple; Ginger; Celery & Spinach) DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: How important is financial independence coming into a relationship? Is your money “your money” and is their money “their money?” STATS: www.livewellwithsharonmartin.com Key Points Talking openly about money is the starting point for a financially healthy relationship. Living together means sharing, but a strong relationship also requires individual financial knowledge and autonomy. Being financially independent means you can work together more confidently to achieve your mutual as well as personal goals. Luke 6:38 — The New International Version (NIV) 38 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”
DINING WITH NADIVA EP. 16 Intro: Antonia AKA Anthem Speaks T.L. Hopkins – Opiniated Black Dads Podcast DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: What are some red flags you find while dating? WORD OF THE DAY: SURLY – Often in a bad mood, unfriendly, and not polite. SENTENCE: “When asked to clean the windshield, the surly gas station attendant tossed a dirty rag at the customer and walked away.” FEATURED RESTAURANT: Maple Valley Diner https://maplevalleydiner.com/ 1116 US-46, Clifton, NJ 07013 (973) 473-6444DISHES: DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: What are some red flags you find while dating? STATS: www.livewellwithsharonmartin.com What are the signs of red flags in a relationship? Relationship red flags include: Inability to resolve conflicts. ... Controlling behavior or a lack of trust. ... You don't feel like you can be fully yourself. ... Your friends and family members have expressed concerns about your partner or relationship. ... You're conceding rather than compromising. Matthew 10:1616 “I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.
DINING WITH NADIVA EP. 15 Intro: Antonia AKA Anthem Speaks T.L. Hopkins – Opiniated Black Dads Podcast DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: What are some good characteristics you find in a potential mate? WORD OF THE DAY: YOKE – To join together. SENTENCE: “As soon as the farmer had yoked his oxen together, he began to plow the fields.” FEATURED RESTAURANT: Chillers Grill https://chillersgrill.com 2191 Fletcher Ave, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (201) 461-0075DISHES: DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: What are some good characteristics you find in a potential mate? Stats: Chapman University Study New research on what people find 'desirable' and 'essential' in a long-term partner is based on two of the largest national studies of mate preferences ever conducted. The studies examined how heterosexual mate preferences differed according to a person's gender, age, personal income, education and appearance satisfaction. Genesis 2:18 Then the Lord God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.” Proverbs 18:22 He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord.
DINING WITH NADIVA EP. 14 Intro: Antonia AKA Antham Speaks T.L. Hopkins – Opinionated Black Dads Podcast DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: Dating “NOW” vs “THEN” WORD OF THE DAY: NINCOMPOOP – A person lacking intelligence or common sense SENTENCE: “It is difficult to wave someone off as an unthinking nincompoop if they otherwise agree with you. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Majestic Combination Catering – Tameka (Owner) DISHES: Rasta Pasta; Rice N Peas ; Jerk Chicken & Pepper Shrimp DIVA/DIVO TABLE TOPIC: Dating “NOW” vs “THEN” STATS: EHarmony.com 40% OF AMERICANS USE ONLINE DATING. ... MORE MEN USE ONLINE DATING THAN WOMEN. ... AGE CAN IMPACT FINDING A MATCH. ... 53% OF PEOPLE LIE ON THEIR ONLINE DATING PROFILE. ... FEMALE USERS AREN'T JUST LOOKING FOR HOOK-UPS. ... 20% OF CURRENT, COMMITTED RELATIONSHIPS BEGAN ONLINE. Psalm 32:8 “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
DINING WITH NADIVA A PRODUCTION Season 2 Ep. 13 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What do you do when things change after you say I do? WORD OF THE DAY: Svelte - slender, especially gracefully slender in figure; lithe. Ex. After losing weight, the dancer appeared much more svelte and slender when moving. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Big Red Tomato 205 Anderson Ave Fort Lee, NJ 07024 http://www.brtnj.com/201-224-6500Owners: Ryan DISHES: SEAFOOD RISOTTO : Combination of mussels, shrimp, clams, scallops sauteed with cherry tomatoes, scallions in a white wine served over saffron Risotto. RIGATONI FIORENTINA: Fresh chicken pieces & sautéed spinach in a creamy pink sauce tossed with mozzarella cheese LA TOSCANA CHICKEN VALDOSTANA: Tender piece of breaded chicken rolled with sautéed spinach & mozzarella cheese, lightly fried and baked with mushrooms in a marsala sauce Rigatoni Fiorentina DIVA TABLE TOPIC: What do you do when things change after you say I do? SCRIPTURE: Romans 15:5-6 Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus, that you may with one mind and one mouth glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
DINING WITH NADIVA Season 2 Ep. 12 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Love Addiction. What is Love Addiction? Triggers/Symptoms: Addiction Center Needing to be in love. Putting the romantic partner on a pedestal. Obsessing over romantic interest. Experiencing cravings, withdrawals, euphoria, and dependency on their partner. Needing to fall in love often. Seeking emotional comfort from a partner to the point of unrequited love. An inability to be alone. Just to name a few….. WORD OF THE DAY: Hullaballoo- A lot of noise or fuss made by people who are angry or excited about something. Ex. After they won the national championship, there was a hullabaloo throughout the arena. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Natural Vybz Energy Bar 1356 Queen Anne Road info@natrualvybz.com 201-837-6281 Owners: Taj - T - Byron DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Love Addiction. Triggers/Symptoms: Addiction Center Needing to be in love. Putting the romantic partner on a pedestal. Obsessing over romantic interest. Experiencing cravings, withdrawals, euphoria, and dependency on their partner. Needing to fall in love often. Seeking emotional comfort from a partner to the point of unrequited love. An inability to be alone. FROM Psychology Today: Love addiction (also known as pathological love) refers to a “pattern of behavior characterized by a maladaptive, pervasive and excessive interest towards one or more romantic partners, resulting in lack of control, the renounce of other interests and behavior, and other negative consequences” (p. 39).1 In love addiction, immature love—love that is uncertain, external, blind, and beyond one’s control—permeates one’s life SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 5:10 10 And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.
DINING WITH NADIVA Season 2 Ep. 11 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Should couples split costs? WORD OF THE DAY: Nonversation- A completely worthless conversation, wherein nothing is illuminated, explained, or otherwise elaborated upon. Typically occurs at parties, bars, or other events where a meaningful conversation is nearly impossible. Ex. I had the most painful conversation with my girlfriend's ignorant bigoted father. FEATURED RESTAURANT: A Taste of Island Spice 1287 TEANECK ROAD TEANECK, NJ 07666 (201) 833-8017www.atasteofislandspicenj.com Owners: Raymond and Nicole Hardy DISHES: Oxtails Jerk Chicken Rice and Peas Steamed Cabbage Sweet Plantains DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Should couples split costs? Stats: MarketWatch.com: Certified financial planner John Bodnar, founder of Bodnar Financial Advisors in Florham Park, N.J., says that “there is no right or wrong way” to do this, “only the way that works for you both.” He adds: Some couples are more comfortable splitting it 50-50, and others decide paying bills based on a percentage of income is fair. You figure this all out, he says, by having “ a respectful, two-sided discussion” about how to handle your expenses. SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 9:7 ESV Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. #NadivaShow #Interview #LiveShow #painfulConversation
DINING WITH NADIVA Season 2 Ep. 10 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Workplace romance? WORD OF THE DAY: Jomo - is an acronym standing for the expression joy of missing out, and it simply refers to the gratifying feeling you get when you break away from the (real or virtual) activities of your social group and spend time doing exactly what you most want to do. Ex. "She encourages viewers to nurture JOMO behaviour by testing out being alone in "acceptable places" like the bathroom, coffee shops and the library. It's not much of a stretch to "stall," as she puts it, and read a paper or people-watch.' FEATURED RESTAURANT: Bro-Ritos Food Truck 646-771-0111 137 1/2 Main St. Hackensack, NJ 07601 Email - broritosfoodtruck@gmail.com www.broritosfoodtruck.com DISHES: Suavamente Bro- Rice, Beans, Ground Beef, Maduros ( Sweet Plantains), topped with Hot Sauce, Sour Cream, and Cheese Big Fella Bro- Rice, Beans, Chipotle Chicken, Ground Beef, Sauteed Sweet Peppers, topped with Lettuce, Cheese, Salsa, Sour Cream Chicken Quesadilla- 12inch wrap with our Chicken Chipotle topped with Cheese toasted to perfection with a side of Salsa and Sour Cream DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Workplace romance? Stats: According to the survey, produced by job site Vault.com, 58% of employees have engaged in a romantic relationship with a colleague. A surprising 72% of those over 50 years old have been romantically involved with a coworker. According to bamboohr.com, 27 percent of employees say they are open to engaging in romantic relationships with coworkers. 22 percent of US married couples in the U.S. met at work. SCRIPTURE: Ruth 2: 3 - 19 3. So she went out and began to glean in the fields behind the harvesters. As it turned out, she found herself working in a field belonging to Boaz, who was from the clan of Elimelech. 5. Boaz asked the foreman of his harvesters, "Whose young woman is that?" 6. The foreman replied, "She is the Moabitess who came back from Moab with Naomi. 8. So Boaz said to Ruth, "My daughter, listen to me. Don't go and glean in another field and don't go away from here. Stay here with my servant girls. 9. Watch the field where the men are harvesting, and follow along after the girls. I have told the men not to touch you. And whenever you are thirsty, go and get a drink from the water jars the men have filled." 19. Her mother-in-law asked her, "Where did you glean today? Where did you work? Blessed be the man who took notice of you!" Then Ruth told her mother-in-law about the one at whose place she had been working. "The name of the man I worked with today is Boaz," she said.
DINING WITH NADIVA SEASON 2 EP. 9 DIVA TABLE TOPIC: How do you know if a guy is into you? WORD OF THE DAY: Fussbudget - (noun) a fussy or needlessly fault-finding personSynonym(s): fusspot, fusser, complainerAntonym(s): happyEXAMPLE: The toddler quickly became a fussbudget after missing her afternoon nap. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Vegan Vybz 1356A Queen Anne Rd, Teaneck, NJ 07666 (201) 347-6840 DISH: Plantain lasagna, 6 jerks sliders with sweet pp fries, 4 vegan egg rolls with my signature sauce egg rolls, Gluten free spaghetti bowl DIVA TABLE TOPIC: How do you know if a guy is into you? SCRIPTURE: John 16:13 - "But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come."
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTION Season 2 Ep. 8 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How do you know when a girl is into you? WORD OF THE DAY: Zelig - A person who is able to change their appearance, behavior, or attitude, so as to be comfortable in any situation. Ex. "a financial Zelig, he was the only man to advise all four of the major networks on deals in one year" FEATURED RESTAURANT: Taste of Flava 1255 Stuyvesant Ave, Union, NJ 07083 (908) 349-8028 http://www.tasteofflava.net IG: @Taste_of_flava DISHES: Seafood Salad; Lobster Mac; Chicken w/Broccoli over Rice Seafood Rolls, Seafood Alfredo; Salmon Loaded Rice DIVA TABLE TOPIC: How do you know when a girl is into you? SCRIPTURE: 2 Timothy 2:7 Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.
DIVA TABLE TOPIC: How can you tell if you are dating or if you’re just in the friend zone? FEATURED RESTAURANT: BRADLEY BAKERY – Only sells Gluten Free Items NO WHEAT. 55B River Road, Bogota NJ (201) 343-0444 DISH: Savory: Keto Chicken Pot Pie, Chicken and Waffles, Keto Lasagna Sweet: Keto Carrot Cake, Keto Chocolate Cake, Keto Magic Bar, Keto Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake OUR MOTTO: YOU CAN HAVE YOUR CAKE AND EAT IT TOO! DIVA TABLE TOPIC: How can you tell if you are dating or if you’re just in the friend zone? SCRIPTURE: My DAUGHTER, pay attention to my wisdom; listen carefully to my wise counsel. Then you will show discernment, and your lips will express what you’ve learned. Proverbs 5:1-2 (NLT)
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTION Season2 Ep. 6 WORD OF THE DAY: Melange - noun - a motley assortment of things Ex. A melange of snapshots of his wife Susan hangs by the doorway. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Mis Raices 4924 1213, Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ 07666 (201) 530-7233 https://www.misraicesteaneck.com/ DISH: Beef & Pork Congri Rice/ black bean rice Tostones DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Is your significant other entitled to your cell phone and social media passwords in a committed relationship? SCRIPTURES: 1 John 4:18 ESV There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTION Season2 Ep. 5 WORD OF THE DAY: Cattywampus - adjective - not lined up or not arranged correctly, or diagonally. Ex. The storm had knocked their sailboat cattywampus and it had slammed into the dock and taken on water. Ex. After the shocking news, Tricia couldn't settle down and study because her thoughts were all cattywampus. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Paula's Soulfood Cafe 331 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601 (201) 880-6888 https://paulasoulfood.com/ DISH: Beef brisket Green beans Yellow rice Fried Whiting Potato salad Steamed broccoli w/onions & peppers Fried chicken Collard greens Candied yams DIVA TABLE TOPIC: When does "talking" to someone else become "cheating" in a relationship? SCRIPTURES: Matthew 15:17-20 Amplified Bible 17 Do you not understand that whatever goes into the mouth passes into the stomach, and is eliminated? 18 But whatever [word] comes out of the mouth comes from the heart, and this is what defiles and dishonors the man. 19 For out of the heart come evil thoughts and plans, murders, adulteries, sexual immoralities, thefts, false testimonies, slanders (verbal abuse, irreverent speech, blaspheming). 20 These are the things which defile and dishonor the man; but eating with [ceremonially] unwashed hands does not defile the man.”
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTION Season2 Ep. 4 FEATURED GUEST: Juanita Gaddy (Exec. Senior Sales Director, Life Coach, Motivational Speaker) WORD OF THE DAY: Mar - verb - impair the appearance of; disfigure. Ex. A large scar marred his face. FEATURED RESTAURANT: Empa Mamma (Digital Restaurant) Empamamma’s Signature Recipes Corp. Located within Le Gourmet Factory Incubator/ Commercial Kitchens 176 South Van Brunt st. Englewood New Jersey 07631 Empamamma’s Business Cell Phone (201) 491-6529 (call or text) DISH: -Extra Large Jerk Chicken Emmpanada w/BBQ Dipping Sauce (XL Emmpa Shells comes in ½ Dozen) -Shrimp Emmpanada. -Philly Cheese Steak Emmpanada - Jumbo Shrimp AND Lump Crabmeat Scampi Emmpa (Regular Size Shell Comes in a Dozen) -Mini Spinach and Feta Emmpa (Comes in an order of 2 Dozen) -Apple Pie Emmpanada with Caramel Dipping Sauce) Regular Size -Ginger Lemonade. &&&& Double Whipped Banana Pudding DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Juanita Gaddy Q&A Ex. How do you maintain a successful and happy marriage? SCRIPTURES: “Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: ‘Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.’” – Proverbs 31:25-31
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTION Season 2 Ep. 3 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Strange first dates WORD OF THE DAY: Innocuous - producing no injury : harmless. 2 : not likely to give offense or to arouse strong feelings or hostility : inoffensive, insipid. Ex. Although Sarah meant her joke to be innocuous, the people around her took it to heart. BOOK OF THE MONTH: Relationship Goals - Michael Todd AMAZON LINK: https://amzn.to/3cI2AI5 Opinionated Black Dad's Podcast Ep: 27 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5SK5pYKo7sPI8rKHjhrHoP?si=-nm5UpQtSl6alS8O3wxCjA&nd=1 FEATURED RESTAURANT: SNS DELI DISH: Salmon Hash and Surf & Turf DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Strange first dates SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 15:33 ESV Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTIONSeason 2 Ep. 2 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Does sexual abstinence compromise the true nature of a relationship before marriage? WORD OF THE DAY: Duende - the power to attract through personal magnetism and charm Ex. Even as a voluptuous woman, she had an unmistakable duende that attracted the attention of a passerby. BOOK OF THE MONTH: Relationship Goals - Michael Todd AMAZON LINK: https://amzn.to/3cI2AI5 FEATURED RESTAURANT: GT'S WEST INDIAN/ CUISINE/DEL 239 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621 (201) 384-0939 DISH: Roti with Curry Chicken and Curry Duck DIVA TABLE TOPIC: Does sexual abstinence compromise the true nature of a relationship before marriage? SCRIPTURE: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 3 It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; 4 that each of you should learn to control your own body in a way that is holy and honorable,
DINING WITH NADIVA A TNT PRODUCTIONSeason 2: Ep. 1 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: What was your best Valentine’s Day experience? And what would your ideal Valentine’s Day look like? WORD OF THE DAY: Ameliorate - verb to make better. Ex. Is there anything I can do to ameliorate your imprisonment? BOOK OF THE MONTH: Relationship Goals - Michael Todd AMAZON LINK: https://amzn.to/3cI2AI5 FEATURED RESTAURANT: Angela Logan’s Mortgage Apple Bakery & Cafe “Aka” Mortgage Apple Cakes 740 Chestnut Avenue, Teaneck, NJ 201- 371-3121 201-530-5973 CAKES: Strawberry Chocolate Cake; Pineapple Coconut; Mortgage Apple Cake and Death by Chocolate DIVA TABLE TOPIC: What was your best Valentine’s Day experience? And what would your ideal Valentine’s Day look like? SCRIPTURE: Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck,write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. Proverbs 3:3-4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
Episode 13 SEASON FINALE Bravery Studios FEATURED RESTAURANT: JZ Seafood 35 W Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 431-9199https://www.jzfishwings.com/ DISHES: JZ Seafood Combo: w/Cajun; Garlic Butter and Lemon Pepper Seasoning Fried Combo: Wings, Jumbo Shrimp, Oysters and Catfish / Whiting and Shrimp Combo GUEST CALLERS: Megan Aunt Mary Serena Dana Melinda (BLou Note) SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 40:31 31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Jeremiah 29:11 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
DINING WITH NADIVA Episode 12 BK Media Studios DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How do you set healthy boundaries with your Ex? FEATURED RESTAURANT: Tribos Peri Peri (Lubna Ismail- Owner) 383 Market St #5, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 Phone: (201) 292-1911https://tribosperiperi.com/about-us/ DISHES: Chicken Rice Bowl Lamb Chops w/ Peri Peri Fries 5 Flavor Peri Peri Sauce ABOUT US: Tribos Peri Peri is the brainchild of restauranteur, Lubna Ismail. Peri peri is a cuisine based off of the African Bird’s-eye chili pepper. For many years, this elusive pepper was tucked away in Southern Africa, until it was discovered by Portuguese explorers in the 20th century. They infused their dishes with the irresistible qualities of this pepper and ignited taste buds all around the world. Until now, the United States has remained in the dark about peri peri. Tribos would like to introduce you to the chili that set the world ablaze. Enlighten yourself with our succulent offerings, paired with our signature blends of spices, and join us on a journey around the globe. With inspirations from Portugal, Mozambique, and Southern Asia, Tribos peri peri is bound to send you on a flavor trip you will never forget! What are you waiting for? Lubna (Owner) Opened 2 years ago Porteguese Style food & East African Peri Peri are 5 spices Franchise and Opening 5 new locations (Jersey City, NJ; Metuchen, NJ; L.A. California; Atlanta, GA & Rhode Island DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How do you set healthy boundaries with your Ex? Note: Boundaries are essential to human dynamics. They are the antidote to resentment and feeling overextended or taken advantage of. - Dushka Zapata Proverbs 4:23, NIV: "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from Side Note: Just as God drew a boundary to protect Adam and Eve, setting clear boundaries in or out of a relationship safeguards us from temptation and cultivates deep intimacy.
DINING WITH NADIVA Episode 11 BK Media Studios DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Body Count Should you share your sexual history with your romantic partner? Especially if you are considering marriage? FEATURED RESTAURANT: BSO Wings (George - Owner) 215 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601 (201) 267-0029https://bsowings.com/ DISHES: Brown Sugar Wings Sweet Blue Burger DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Body Count Should you share your sexual history with your romantic partner? Especially if you are considering marriage? - Question: Does it feel Weird talking to people you know slept with your spouse? Ex. Wife/Husband? Luke 8:17 “For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be known or brought out into the open,” (Luke 8:17).
DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Blended Families Nothing to do With Race What are the challenges? What are the positive aspects? How do children respond to Blended Families? How do you thrive in a blended family? FEATURED RESTAURANT: JZ Seafood 35 W Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 431-9199https://www.jzfishwings.com/ DISHES: JZ Seafood Combo w/Cajun; Garlic Butter and Lemon Pepper Seasoning Fried Combo (Wings, Jumbo Shrimp, Oysters and Catfish Whiting and Shrimp Combo DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Blended Families Nothing to do With Race What are the challenges? What are the positive aspects? How do children respond to Blended Families? How do you thrive in a blended family? STATS: Statistics: 40% of married couples with children in the U.S. are forming blended families right now -SD Military Family .Org - Sixteen percent of children live in blended families. - The number of kids living in blended families has been stable for nearly thirty years. - Children of Hispanic, black, and white backgrounds are equally likely to live in this type of family. - Children from Asian families are half as likely as Hispanic, black, or white kids to be part of a blended family. - Six of ten women's remarriages create blended families. Love To Know.com SCRIPTURE: 1 Timothy 5:8 1 Timothy 5:8, NIV: "Anyone who does not provide for their relatives, and especially for their own household, has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever."
DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: How does a family bounce back from inner turmoil? Ex. Family Dispute FEATURED RESTAURANT: Khanisa’s Pudding Bar 118 Northhampton St. Easton PA (484) 895-8002https://www.khanisas.com/ DISHES: Banana Pudding SCRIPTURE: 1Romans 12:17-21 New International Version17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. 18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. 19 Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,”[a] says the Lord. 20 On the contrary:“If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.”[b]21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Can a friendship remain platonic when physical attraction is mutual? FEATURED RESTAURANT: Snatch Yo Soul Food Mrs. Marie Washington DISHES: Broiled Salmon & sauteed Shrimp over Penne Rasta Pasta tossed in our famous Rasta sauce made for you to enjoy all of the wonderful flavors. DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Can a friendship remain platonic when physical attraction is mutual? SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
FEATURED RESTAURANT: Father & Son Seafood 7 Tenafly rd, Englewood NJ Monument Plaza. 07631 201408-5949 Instagram: @FatherandSonSeafood Facebook: @FatherAndSonSeafood DISHES: Salmon & Shrimp Sauteed with Yellow Rice and Vegetable Medley. Catfish TACOS. 2 Cakes DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Can a friendship remain platonic when there is a one sided physical attraction? Can men be authentic friends with women they want to sleep with but haven’t and won’t because those women don’t seem interested in sleeping with them?” SCRIPTURE: ROMANS 12:10-11 (NIV) BE DEVOTED TO ONE ANOTHER IN LOVE. HONOR ONE ANOTHER ABOVE YOURSELVES. NEVER BE LACKING IN ZEAL, BUT KEEP YOUR SPIRITUAL FERVOR, SERVING THE LORD.”
Featured Restaurant: Elsa's Restaurant Dish of Day: Rotisserie Chicken w/ Rice and Beans Elsa's Restaurant 1515 TEANECK ROAD. TEANECK, NJ 07666 201-837-2524 / 2525 DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: When is it time to end a toxic Friendship? SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 27:6 Amplified Bible 6 Faithful are the wounds of a friend [who corrects out of love and concern],But the kisses of an enemy are deceitful [because they serve his hidden agenda].
EPISODE 5 TOPIC OF THE DAY: Have you ever dated outside of your race? FEATURED RESTAURANT:George’s Seafood Location: 4 West Palisades Avenue Englewood, NJ 07631 Website: georgesseafoodenglewood.com Telephone: 201-431-9002Restaurant Slogan: “Always Fresh” Dish of Day: Whiting, Catfish and Catfish Nuggets DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: Have you ever dated outside of your race? SCRIPTURE:Genesis 1:27New International Version 27 So God created mankind in his own image.
Restaurant Info: Cornbread 1565 Springeld Ave Maplewood, NJ 07040 (973) 313-0328Website: https://cornbreadsoul.com/ Dish Recipe:Turkey Wings; Baked Mac & Cheese; String Beans and Cornbread Topic: Can a relationship survive infidelity and if so, can it ever have the same passion and/or happiness? Scripture:Colossians 3:12-14 Amplified Bible 12. Put on a heart of compassion,kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience [which has the power to endure whatever injustice or unpleasantness comes, with good temper]; 13. Bearing graciously with one another, and willingly forgiving each otherif one has a cause for complaint against another; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so should you forgive. 14. Beyond all these things put on and wrap yourselves in [unselfish] love, which is the perfect bond of unity [for everything is bound together in agreement when each one seeks the best for others].
Episode 3 - Online Dating / Enjoyable Sex with an orgasm Restaurant Intro: TJ's Southern Gourmet Address: 58 W Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631 Phone: (201) 608-5026 Diva's Table Topics Discussion: Online Dating (Private Part Pics) / Enjoyable Sex with an orgasm? Closing Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7 Amplified Bible 6 Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. 7 And the peace of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which transcends all understanding, [that peace which] stands guard over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours].
Chef Alethea Green aka "Chef Soul" Magics Catering Inc. Cookwithasoul@gmail.com 862-703-6115 Dish - Alfredo Chicken and Spinach Lasagna - 5 min Diva's Table Topics Discussion: Have you ever met a man/woman who clearly live above their means? Closing Scripture: Proverbs 21:20 In the House of the wise are stores of choice food and oil, but a foolish man devours all he has.
Join us as we Empower, Uplift and Encourage with the word of God and with great friends over delicious cuisine! Website: Diningwithnadiva.com Email: Diningwithnadiva@gmail.com Nadiva https://www.facebook.com/diningwithnadiva Dining With Nadiva@Instagram Tracy: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.nasrallah Tasha https://www.facebook.com/tasha.r.arroyo Featured Restaurant: Son Cubano 40-4 Riverwalk Pl. West New York, NJ 07093 www.soncubanonj.com Co-Owner - Eddie Duran Executive Chef - Brian Morales Featured Dishes: Ropa Nueva - Braised Short Rib Pernilito - Slow roasted pork Special Guest: Ray Lou Diva's Table Topics: Have you ever had your mate ask you to sign a contract? Podcast Production Studio: One of One Productions
GUEST HOSTS: Jaime & D'Asia DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: When does eye candy become lust? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Besiege - (verb) surround (a place) with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender; lay siege to. EXAMPLE SENTENCE: '"the television station was besieged with calls". FEATURED RESTAURANT: Cafe Metro 477 Cedar Ln, Teaneck, NJ 07666 (201) 530-7500cafemetronj.com BIO: BERNADINE HARRIGAN - OWNER Café Metro opened in 2015 Once they opened Café Metro, it was as if the community was longing for something like this! Not only did they come in for the delicious food of the islands, but also karaoke on Thursday and Saturday nights, birthday celebrations, weddings, anniversaries, and all types of gatherings. Café Metro’s authentic dishes have attracted people of all ethnicities to explore the fresh and flavorful colors and tastes of the Caribbean. Traditional Caribbean dishes are influenced by many world cultures, including Spain, Britain, and West Africa. Cafe Metro thinks that’s part of the reason why when people visit Café Metro, they feel as though they are part of the family! Ms. Bernadine Story: Cooking has been Ms. Bernadine's passion for as far back as she can remember. Growing up on the Caribbean island of Antigua, she was the seventh of eleven siblings, so home-cooked meals were an essential part of her family’s life. In those days, she used to cook outdoors on a clay coal-pot. Ms. Bernadine could make or bake almost anything with the coal-pot! There was something about going into our backyard, gathering ingredients, and combining them to create different dishes that she loved. Ms. Bernadine remembers rushing home from elementary school so that she could prepare dinner for her siblings. To this day, they continue to tell stories about how much she loved cooking. As Ms. Bernadine got older, she would cook local authentic Caribbean food to sell to her community. Ms. Bernadine's greatest reward is to see the people she loves enjoy my food. "I hope that my passion for cooking traditional Caribbean food will shine through in every meal served at Café Metro." “Eat till you belly full!” DISHES: Oxtails Salmon Rasta Pasta and Stewed Chicken Ginger Tea/Ginger Beer DIVA’S TABLE TOPIC: When does eye candy become lust? WORD OF THE DAY / DEFINITION: Besiege - (verb) surround (a place) with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender; lay siege to.EXAMPLE SENTENCE: '"the television station was besieged with calls". STATS: https://www.gotquestions.org/lust-of-the-eyes.html Satan uses the lust of the eyes as one avenue of temptation. Part of the reason Eve listened to the serpent in the Garden was that she looked at the forbidden fruit and saw that it was “pleasing to the eye” (Genesis 3:6). Satan used a visual image to help entrap her. Satan tried a similar tactic on Jesus. One of his temptations in the wilderness was an attempt to make Jesus covet earthly power. Satan used a visual: he “showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor” (Matthew 4:8). He then promised to give them to Jesus—for a price. Of course, Jesus did not succumb to the lust of the eyes, and Satan was defeated (verses 10 and 11). Simply put, the lust of the eyes is the sinful desire to possess what we see or to have those things which have visual appeal. This coveting of money, possessions, or other physical things is not from God, but from the world around us. John emphasizes that these physical things do not last; they will pass away. In contrast, the child of God is guaranteed eternity.