Remembering when the Showboat was part of the local gaming universe
Remembering When Recently, a friend of mine asked if what is currently called Showboat Hotel Atlantic City would one day re-acquire the gaming license it voluntarily forfeited when it closed in that darkest of casino-era years, 2014. In an instant, I mentally accessed...
Where to dine on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Christmas is here, and it’s time to finalize those holiday plans, if you haven’t already. For those looking to skip the cooking and endless dishes this season, Atlantic County and Ocean City offer plenty of festive dining options on both Christmas Eve and Christmas...
Sparkling wines for the New Year’s celebrations
No holiday is more associated with popping a bottle of bubbly than New Year’s Eve. In fact, toasting the New Year has been customary for more than 1,500 years. After the Revolutionary War, Americans began making toasts (sometimes as many as 13!) at all major...
Stress management tips for the week between Christmas and New Year’s
The week between Christmas and New Year’s often feels like a strange limbo. The holiday rush has passed, yet the new year has not quite begun. For many, this period is filled with family gatherings, leftover responsibilities, financial concerns, and the pressure of...
