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Marina Kennedy

Marina P. Kennedy's writing career led her from freelancing opportunities in New Jersey and New York to writing for Broadwayworld.com where she covers entertainment, the culinary scene, culture, and some travel. Marina is the Sr. NJ Editor, Sr. Dance Editor, and the Editor in Chief of BWW Food and Wine. She also has an occasional blog in BWW Food & Wine, "Marina's Menu & Lifestyle." She hopes people enjoy reading her articles as much as she enjoys writing them. You can follow Marina on Instagram @marinapk6.




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First Show:

The original production of Hair.

Favorite Show:

It's hard to choose but recently, the musical theatre production of The Great Gatsby was stunning.

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Photo Coverage: CASAMIGOS at TAO x Revolve Desert Nights Party
Photo Coverage: CASAMIGOS at TAO x Revolve Desert Nights Party
April 18, 2019

Casamigos Tequila and Mezcal were flowing at the TAO x Revolve Desert Nights party. This coveted pop up was once again the party not to miss heading into the first week of Coachella.

Traditional, Glatt Kosher for Passover Seder 2019 at Talia's Steakhouse, New York | Manhattan Kosher Restaurants NYC
Traditional, Glatt Kosher for Passover Seder 2019 at Talia's Steakhouse, New York | Manhattan Kosher Restaurants NYC
April 17, 2019

This coming Passover 2019, your journey should not be as long as our ancestors to find a decent meal. Look no farther, Talia's Steakhouse & Bar has you covered. Whether you are interested in a fabulous restaurant for the Seder or you don't belong to any local synagogue, Talia's guarantees satisfaction for all of your Passover needs. Meeting the highest standards of Kosher for Pesach and Kosher in general, for over 16 years, Talia's Steakhouse & Bar has been serving Kosher foods all Passover long. With multiple menus and options available, Talia's Steakhouse provides a great variety of Glatt Kosher foods. Want to know how Talia's Steakhouse makes their kitchen Kosher for Pesach? See https:www.dnainfo.comnew-york20120403upper-west-sideuws-restaurants-mark-passover-with-deep-cleaning-seder-menus Who said Passover meals had to be only Matzot and potatoes? At Talia's Steakhouse & Bar you'll find assorted meat & fish dishes, house special soups and salads, and even sweet deserts. Talia's prides itself on its diverse menu of food styles including Yemenite, Mediterranean & American cuisine. See https:taliassteakhouse.comholidaysjewish-holidayspassover for more information about the menus. Talia's Steakhouse & Bar also hosts every year 4 Seder feasts, two pre-paid feasts in each Yom-Tov. There's no need to get frustrated about organizing the house to fit the entire family, Talia's has enough room for everybody. Not only that, but you can also have pre-paid lunch on each Yom-Tov. A real life-saver if you'll ask me. If you want to know more about meals and schedule: https:taliassteakhouse.comholidaysjewish-holidayspassover But that's not all, because you can also have all this comfort in your own home. Offering a catering service, Talia's Steakhouse & Bar is a simple, Glatt Kosher, solution to all frustration of cooking for the entire holiday. To read another opinion on our great food and catering services: http:www.jpost.comBlogsIts-All-GoodNYC-has-slammin-food-for-Passover-this-year-365868 If you're looking for a Kosher for Pesach restaurant on Chol-HaMoed, keep in mind that Talia's Steakhouse & Bar is open almost 24 hours a day (11AM - 1AM the next day). https:ilovetheupperwestside.compassover-on-the-upper-west-side can tell you about Talia's Steakhouse's unique atmosphere. Talia's Steakhouse and Bar will be cooking up a traditional Passover Seders that even your grandma would approve of. The four courses Passover Seder Feast 2019 will include grilled ribeye steak, brisket, chicken marsala, Moroccan salmon, lamb shank, scrumptious desserts and other traditional food such as Matzo ball, a full Seder plate and the traditional four cups of wine. The First Glatt Kosher For Passover All-You-Can-Eat Buffet In New York - Enjoy a delicious lunch and dinner at Talia's Steakhouse & Bar. Talia's outdoor seating is "expanded" to Sunflower Cafe's main dining area. Only the main dining area of Sunflower Cafe will be used by Talia's. A Glatt kosher for Passover, 6 course buffet menu will be available. To view menu: https:tinyurl.comyaewyn3g Furthermore, a complete kosher-for-Passover bar with all your favorite Martinis, Cosmos, Mojitos and more is also available. Even Eat-Up-New York blog agrees that there's nothing like Talia's traditional Seder: http:eatupnewyork.comnyc-passover-seder-restaurant-options Moreover, several days ago, AM New York (stylized as amNewYork), a morning free daily newspaper that is published in New York City by Newsday, selected Talia's as the spot to go to celebrate the Passover seders. See https:www.amny.comeat-and-drinkrestaurants-for-passover-1.29641352 Whether you're looking for a lunch or a fancy dinner, a Yom-Tov meal or a Seder, a place to sit outside or a full service catering at home, Talia's Steakhouse & Bar has all the answers to your problems, you just need to enjoy.

FLAHAVANS IRISH OATS Debuts New Packaging and Try Their Delicious Porridge Recipe
FLAHAVANS IRISH OATS Debuts New Packaging and Try Their Delicious Porridge Recipe
April 18, 2019

E. Flahavan & Sons Ltd., producer of Ireland's #1 bestselling oatmeal brand and oldest family-owned food company, has unveiled its new packaging for the USA market that is not only attractive but also defines the goodness and source of the product.

HOME BASE BISTRO: Your New Home Base for Unlimited Brunch, Unique Dishes and Happiest of Happy Hours
HOME BASE BISTRO: Your New Home Base for Unlimited Brunch, Unique Dishes and Happiest of Happy Hours
April 19, 2019

When he's not fighting fires as the Lieutenant at Ladder 8 in Tribeca, John Sierp is firing up meals, so he decided to put his life saving cooking skills to good use and recently opened his first restaurant, Home Base Bistro, in Murray Hill.

Meet the Sommelier: Bobby Stuckey - Master Sommelier/Owner, Frasca Food and Wine, Pizzeria Locale Boulder, Pizzeria Locale Denver
Meet the Sommelier: Bobby Stuckey - Master Sommelier/Owner, Frasca Food and Wine, Pizzeria Locale Boulder, Pizzeria Locale Denver
April 23, 2019

With tenures at renowned restaurants such as The Little Nell in Aspen, CO and The French Laundry in Yountville, CA, Bobby Stuckey has cultivated wine programs and championed hospitality, garnering numerous accolades, including the James Beard Foundation's Outstanding Wine Service Award in 2000.

JONES WOOD FOUNDRY on the UES Has Your Easter Meals Covered
JONES WOOD FOUNDRY on the UES Has Your Easter Meals Covered
April 16, 2019

Jones Wood Foundry on 76th Street (between 1st and York Avenues) has covered all the Easter culinary bases with one refreshingly a la carte menu for Easter Brunch, Supper or Dinner. So whichever meal celebrants crave for Easter - whether driven by family tradition or personal taste - Jones Wood Foundry's menu for Easter 2019 offers appropriate dishes at modest prices.

BWW Interview: Jodi Long and SURFING MY DNA at NJ Rep 5/2 TO 5/26
BWW Interview: Jodi Long and SURFING MY DNA at NJ Rep 5/2 TO 5/26
April 21, 2019

New Jersey Repertory Company (NJ Rep) will present 'Surfing My DNA' by actressplaywright, Jodi Long from Thursday, May 2 through Sunday, May 26, 2019. Directed by Eric Rosen, the play stars Jodi Long and features composermusician Yukio Tsuji. Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Jodi Long about her career and the upcoming show.

BWW Interview: Donnell E. Smith and TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET at GSP from 4/23 to 5/19
BWW Interview: Donnell E. Smith and TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET at GSP from 4/23 to 5/19
April 16, 2019

The critically acclaimed drama 'Too Heavy for Your Pocket,' winner of the prestigious 2017 LaurentsHatcher Foundation Award, will open at George Street Playhouse on April 23. Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Donnell E. Smith who plays Bowzie in the show.

Thai Direct Bowls, the First Healthy, Gluten and Dairy Free Thai Restaurant in NYC
Thai Direct Bowls, the First Healthy, Gluten and Dairy Free Thai Restaurant in NYC
April 16, 2019

Located in the East Village, Thai Direct Bowls is the first healthy, gluten and dairy free Thai restaurant in New York City. The restaurant serves Thai bowls, Thai noodles and Thai curry, the same way Thai street food is served in Thailand. They also make and sell Thai sauce products under Thai Direct brand for cooking at home. They use non-GMO, no MSG, no preservatives and all-natural products. Thai Direct Bowls has recently opened its first location in East Village neighborhood of Manhattan, directly across from Tompkins Square Park. It offers cozy and modern ambience with a unique Thai Giant wall art that cannot be found anywhere else in the U.S. Their creative and mouth-watering menu ranges from pre-set Thai bowls called Thai Beloved Bowls, make-your-own Thai bowls (diners choose all the ingredients), hard to find authentic Thai noodle soups and delicious Thai curries. No stir fry or fries are on the menu. Most bowls are offered at $12 per bowl. Their lunch specials are quite affordable at $9.99 per lunch bowl or two regular bowls for just $20. Their homemade sauces, the key ingredient of all Thai bowls, are for sale at $9.99 per jar. They are Thai panang, peanut, green curry, tom yum, nam tok, pad thai (or tamarind), hot salsa, chili lime, lemongrass sesame and ginger bean paste sauce. Customers can also find various Thai curry pastes here for making Thai curries at home. Their mission is to serve healthier and authentically tasty Thai food. They hope to open two additional locations in Manhattan by early 2020 and expand to other states through franchising and selling their Thai sauces. So far, they have been receiving mostly positive reviews on major review sites and are looking to continue improving their quality of food and service. Thai Direct Bowls is located at 131 Avenue A, New York, NY, directly across from Tompkins Square Park. Customers can dine in, take out or order online for deliveries. Take 10% off when ordering online from their website - thaidirectbowls.com. They also offer catering for your meetings and parties - the make-your-own bowl buffet is a popular choice for catering. For this upcoming Mother's Day 2019, treat all mothers at Thai Direct Bowls with special 30% discount.

BWW Review: BENNY & JOON at Paper Mill Playhouse - A New American Musical that Touches the Heart and Mind
BWW Review: BENNY & JOON at Paper Mill Playhouse - A New American Musical that Touches the Heart and Mind
April 15, 2019

The East Coast premiere of Benny & Joon, is now onstage at Paper Mill Playhouse through Sunday, May 5. This new musical enjoys outstanding direction by Jack Cummings III, clever choreography by Scott Rink, and top musical direction by J. Oconor Navarro with orchestrations by Michael Starobin. The show's marvelous cast brings the honest, touching, and entertaining story to life on the Millburn stage.

Holiday Gift Giving-Make Them Smile
Holiday Gift Giving-Make Them Smile
April 15, 2019

Whether you're preparing an Easter basket for a special someone, attending a holiday dinner, or just in a spring gifting mood, here are some suggestions that are sure to bring a smile to friends and family. Check out some of our ideas with a wide variety of price points and styles.

Chef Spotlight: Executive Chef Eli Buliskeria of BUSTAN on the Upper West Side
Chef Spotlight: Executive Chef Eli Buliskeria of BUSTAN on the Upper West Side
April 16, 2019

After a long wait, BUSTAN, the popular Upper West Side Israeli Mediterranean restaurant owned by Tuvia Feldman, is back and firing on all cylinders with a fresh new culinary team and menu. It will now be newly helmed by Executive Chef Eli Buliskeria and Pastry Chef Shir Rozenblat. Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Chef Eli about his career and BUSTAN for our 'Chef Spotlight.'

MarbleJam Kids Dinner Benefit - Celebrating the Music of Life
MarbleJam Kids Dinner Benefit - Celebrating the Music of Life
April 13, 2019

MarbleJam Kids 12th Annual Dinner Benefit - Celebrating the Music of Life Edgewood Country Club, 449 Rivervale Rd, River Vale, NJ 07675 will host MarbleJam Kids, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, "Celebrating the Music of Life," benefit dinner event. The elegant remodeled Edgewood Country Club sets an elegant stage for the gala event with cocktails, dinner, auctions, dancing, under the spring warm air balcony. MarbleJam Kids will honor the following individuals for their impact in our community and beyond: Jacqueline Laurita, Global Autism Advocate & Star of Real Housewives of NJ; Tom & Lucy Ott, Founders of David's Fund; Jodi DiPiazza, teen musical prodigy and Autism Ambassador; and Peter Demoleas, florist and outstanding volunteer. Edgewood Country Club's award winning Chef Jamil Barqawi will serve a delightful gourmet dinner adding his unique renowned style and impeccable taste. Live entertainment provided by Willie Wilson and his band The Willies, a local favorite featuring retro, contemporary, and rock selections. Special celebrity guests will be attending this exclusive event. Musicians Barron Raymonde, Tony Cerbo, and Chris Tristram, all of whom have performed with Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Joan Jett, Great White and others. Founded in 2007, MarbleJam Kids provides creative arts therapies and adaptive arts and enrichment to children of all ages with autism and special needs. MarbleJam Kids Center for Creative Arts Therapy provides a safe space for exploration, creative expression, social and prevocational skills, with the support of therapists, special educators, trained support staff, and volunteers. The facility is equipped with a dance, art and music studio and allows for both group and private sessions as well as adaptive arts instruction. MarbleJam Kids is a state authorized service provider through NJ Dept. of Health & Human Services and is dedicated to working with each family to ensure programs meet their child's unique needs and abilities. MarbleJam Kids has worked with hundreds of children, youth, and young adults in Bergen County and beyond, but may only continue to do so through fundraising and community support. There are several opportunities for sponsorship support at this event. Please contact Anna Bager 201-497-6512 or email info@marblejamkids.org for sponsorship and journal acknowledgements or for more information on how you or your business may benefit from this event. Tickets may be purchased online at http:mjkgala19.bpt.me or visit www.marblejamkids.org for event RSVP form to submit check purchase. Ticket prices range 150-175 dollars with VIP at the higher end. Children under 14 are welcome to attend at 100 dollars per ticket with childcare provided in the Edgewood Country Club game room. Cocktail attire requested.

SANTINA by Major Food Group Announces New Dishes and Outdoor Patio Opening
SANTINA by Major Food Group Announces New Dishes and Outdoor Patio Opening
April 14, 2019

Santina, Major Food Group's sun-drenched Amalfi Coast-inspired restaurant, announces new delectable seasonal dishes and the re-opening of its beloved outdoor patio under the High Line in mid-May. The opening coincides with the start of the Whitney Biennial, the museum's much-anticipated ode to the latest in American art that opens May 17.

PASTRAMI QUEEN and Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Yiddish
PASTRAMI QUEEN and Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Yiddish
April 12, 2019

The iconic NYC Jewish delicatessen, Pastrami Queen, which just opened a new location in Times Square, has partnered with the popular Broadway show, Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish, to offer special discounted tickets during the upcoming Passover holiday (420) through the end of April (428)!

GSWGA New Jersey Wines Culinary Series Launches 4/25 at Drew's Bayshore Bistro in Keyport
GSWGA New Jersey Wines Culinary Series Launches 4/25 at Drew's Bayshore Bistro in Keyport
April 12, 2019

The Garden State Wine Growers Association (GSWGA) is launching the New Jersey Wines Culinary Series bringing leading New Jersey chefs and winemakers together, to create wine tasting and wine pairing events at leading restaurants and other locales throughout the state, introducing a whole new audience to New Jersey's wine industry.

Jazz Brunch at LDV Hospitality's SCARPETTA in Nomad Hits All the Right Notes
Jazz Brunch at LDV Hospitality's SCARPETTA in Nomad Hits All the Right Notes
April 11, 2019

Weekender alert! There's a new brunch in town that has everyone talking. Scarpetta, the fine Italian restaurant in Nomad, is presenting a jazz brunch every Sunday in their beautiful and elegant dining room.

fresh&co in NYC Announces Special Hemp and CBD Infused Menu
fresh&co in NYC Announces Special Hemp and CBD Infused Menu
April 11, 2019

fresh&co, a healthy fast-casual restaurant group recognized by New Yorkers for its chef-inspired, locally-sourced and seasonal menus has announced a special 420 hemp and CBD-infused menu that launched exclusively on the fresh&co app on April 9th. It will be in restaurants from April 12th through April 30th.

OCEAN SPRAY PINK – A Refreshing Cranberry Juice
OCEAN SPRAY PINK – A Refreshing Cranberry Juice
April 11, 2019

Contrary to popular belief, not all cranberries are red! In fact, many cranberries, depending on the amount of sun exposure and temperature, remain a beautiful, blushing pink color. This year, Ocean Spray harvested their pink cranberries and launched 'PINK' a cranberry juice blend with a light, crisp and refreshing taste.

BWW Interview: Maureen Silliman and THE BELLE OF AMHERST at Two River Theater 4/13 to 5/5
BWW Interview: Maureen Silliman and THE BELLE OF AMHERST at Two River Theater 4/13 to 5/5
April 11, 2019

Two River Theater continues its 25th Anniversary Season with the celebrated American classic 'The Belle of Amherst,' a biographical drama starring Maureen Silliman as poet Emily Dickinson. It is written by William Luce, and directed by the theater's founder and Executive Producer Robert Rechnitz. Broadwayworld.com has the pleasure of interviewing Maureen Silliman about her career and the show at TRT.



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