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Monthly Mixologist
Back Bay Ale House, 800 N. New Hampshire in Gardner's Basin, Atlantic City, 609-449-0006
Robert Rossiello
The Art Director for Casino Connection Magazine, Robert Rossiello is an artist, a photographer, and a free-lance writer. His work has been published in several literary magazines and his visual art has been exhibited throughout the Jersey shore. In addition to his designing Casino Connection, he also contributes articles for The Tides, Monthly Mixologist and Multimedia sections.
South of the Border
Los Amigos 1926 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City 609-344-2293 www.losamigosrest.com
Comic Relief
Dave Chappelle brings his edgy observations to the Borgata for two shows on March 19
SEE IT: Movie Review
Garden State Zach Braff, Natalie Portman, Peter Sarsgaard Directed by Zach Braff
Movie Review: Sideways
Sideways starring Paul Giamatti, Thomas Haden Church, Virginia Madsen, Sandra Oh. Directed by Alexander Payne
Monthly Mixologist: O'Grady's
O'Grady's 3901 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City, NJ 08401 609-344-1455
Trade Secrets
SCM Bartending School, LLC 6638 Delilah Road, Unit B Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 609-484-0722
DVD Review: Sin City
Bruce Willis, Mickey Rourke, Clive Owen Directed by Robert Rodriguez & Frank Miller
AC—Dining Hub?
New expansion projects make the city the newest hot spot for culinary careers
Podcast with Stephen Starr
Fri, Feb 02, 2007
An interview with award-winning restaurateur Stephen Starr, owner of Continental and Buddakan at the Pier at Caesars
DVD Review
Tue, Feb 20, 2007
Little Miss Sunshine Greg Kinnear, Toni Collette, Steve Carell, Alan Arkin. Directed by Jonathan Dayton
DVD Review
Thu, Mar 22, 2007
Casino Royale Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Mads Mikkelsen. Directed by Martin Campbell
DVD Review
Children of Men Clive Owen, Michael Caine, Julianne Moore. Directed by Alfonso Cuarón
DVD Review
Tue, Jul 24, 2007
The Astronaut Farmer Billy Bob Thornton, Virginia Madsen Directed by Michael Polish
Book Review
Tue, Sep 25, 2007
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao Junot Díaz, Riverhead Books Brother, I’m Dying Edwidge Danticat, Alfred A. Knopf
Waking the Dead
Tue, Oct 30, 2007
Finnegan’s Wake runs now through November 25 with showtimes at 7 p.m. Thurs., Fri. and Sat., and a 1:30 p.m. show on Sundays. Tickets are $49.99 and $59.99.
Baroque Pop Master
Fri, Nov 30, 2007
Rufus Wainwright plays the House of Blues on December 29 at 9 p.m. Tickets are $29 and $46.50.
Fresh Catch
Mon, Jun 02, 2008
Over the years, we’ve featured a lot of seafood recipes from restaurants at the Jersey Shore. Here are a few of our favorites.
DVD REVIEW
Mon, Jun 02, 2008
Charlie Wilson’s War • Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts • Directed by Mike Nichols
DVD REVIEW: Get Smart
Tue, Nov 25, 2008
Steve Carell, Anne Hathaway, Dwayne Johnson • Directed by Peter Segal
DVD REVIEW: Appaloosa
Mon, Feb 02, 2009
Ed Harris, Viggo Mortensen, Renée Zellweger, Jeremy Irons • Directed by Ed Harris
Back in the Fold
Thu, Mar 26, 2009
Ben Folds will appear Friday, April 24 at the House of Blues. Tickets are $35 and $40.
Three Amigos
Wed, Apr 29, 2009
Unwigged & Unplugged: An Evening with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean & Harry Shearer will be performed at Borgata’s Music Box Sunday, May 24. Tickets are $49.50 and $55.
Prehistoric Stomp
Fri, Jul 31, 2009
Walking with Dinosaurs will appear at Boardwalk Hall September 2-6. Tickets are $29.50 to $69.50.
DVD REVIEW: Defiance
Fri, Jul 31, 2009
Daniel Craig, Liev Schreiber, Jamie Bell • Directed by Edward Zwick
DVD Review: I Love You, Man
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
"I Love You, Man" starring Paul Rudd, Rashida Jones, Jason Segel • Directed by John Hamburg
DVD REVIEW: The International
Wed, Sep 30, 2009
"The International" starring Clive Owen, Naomi Watts, Armin Mueller-Stahl • Directed by Tom Tykwer
Community Calendar, November 2009
Tue, Nov 03, 2009
A list of events in the Atlantic County area for November, 2009
DVD REVIEW: State of Play
Tue, Nov 03, 2009
Movie Review: State of Play starring Russell Crowe, Ben Affleck, Rachel McAdams. Directed by Kevin Macdonald
Community Calendar, December 2009
Tue, Dec 01, 2009
A list of community events for Atlantic, Ocean and Cumberland counties
A Tasty Little Christmas
Tue, Dec 01, 2009
Hitch up the reindeer and pack up the kids for these festive dining celebrations. Reservations are recommended.
BOOK REVIEW: We’ll Be Here For the Rest of Our Lives: A Swingin’ Show-biz Saga
Tue, Dec 01, 2009
We’ll Be Here For the Rest of Our Lives: A Swingin’ Show-biz Saga by Paul Shaffer with David Ritz • Flying Dolphin
DVD Review: District 9
Tue, Feb 02, 2010
District 9: Starring Sharito Copley, David James • Directed by Neill Blomkamp
Ace In The Hole
Tue, Mar 02, 2010
Ace Frehley will appear March 20 at House of Blues. Tickets are $25 and $30.
DVD REVIEW: The Hurt Locker
Wed, Mar 31, 2010
The Hurt Locker * Starring Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie • Directed by Kathryn Bigelow
Garden State
Tue, May 04, 2010
They don’t call New Jersey the Garden State for nothing. Here are some local farm markets offering fresh produce.
DVD REVIEW: Shutter Island
Thu, May 27, 2010
Shutter Island starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo • Directed by Martin Scorsese
Diddy & Co.
Tue, Jun 29, 2010
Diddy with Dirty Money and Friends will appear at House of Blues July 3. Tickets are $75 and $50.
Yes I Am
Tue, Jun 29, 2010
Melissa Ethridge will appear at the Caesars July 17. Tickets are $105, $85 and $75.
DVD REVIEW: Crazy Heart
Tue, Jun 29, 2010
Crazy Heart starring Jeff Bridges, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Robert Duvall • Directed by Scott Cooper
Community Calendar September 2010
Tue, Aug 31, 2010
Things to do at the Jersey Shore for September 2010
DVD REVIEW: An Education
Tue, Aug 31, 2010
An Education starring Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard, Alfred Molina • Directed by Lone Scherfig
Make the Scene On Halloween at the Jersey Shore
Wed, Sep 29, 2010
Your Halloween Guide to South Jersey
Review: Massive Attack and Thievery Corporation
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Massive Attack and Thievery Corporation will appear October 23 at Borgata. Tickets are $39.50.
Boardwalk Thunder
Wed, Aug 03, 2011
The Atlantic City Airshow, "Thunder Over the Boardwalk" returns August 17, with more thrills and attractions, including the Armed Forces Parade and the debut of the Canadian SkyHawks Parachute Team.
Community Calendar December 2010
Tue, Nov 30, 2010
Community events at the Jersey Shore, December 2010
Building a Mystery: Sarah McLachlan at Caesars
Wed, Dec 01, 2010
Sarah McLachlan will appear December 31 at Caesars. Tickets are $70, $90 and $115.
DVD REVIEW: Temple Grandin
Wed, Dec 01, 2010
Temple Grandin with Claire Danes, Julia Ormond, Catherine O’Hara • Directed by Christopher Monger
Thrill with Hill
Mon, Jan 03, 2011
Lauryn Hill will appear at the House of Blues on Saturday, January 29. Tickets are $42.50 to $62.50.
Anti-Social
Mon, Jan 03, 2011
The Anti-Social Network will appear at Borgata January 15 and 16. Tickets are $45, $55 and $65.
Great Meals, Outstanding Deals
Wed, Feb 16, 2011
Atlantic City Restaurant Week runs February 27–March 5, showcasing some of the best culinary creations the Jersey Shore has to offer.
Atlantic City Renaissance
Wed, Feb 16, 2011
On February 1, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie signed legislation at an event on the Boardwalk that will create a state-run tourism district in Atlantic City and overhaul casino regulations. He was also instrumental in securing a $261 million tax break to complete the stalled Revel project, where the ceremony was held.
Sports Spectacular
Wed, Feb 23, 2011
Atlantic City boasts a full lineup of sports for March, including two boxing events, ECAC hockey and the return of the A-10 Basketball Tournament.
AC Showdown: Christie vs. Langford
Sun, Apr 10, 2011
The battle between Governor Chris Christie and Mayor Lorenzo Langford has been raging for months over the creation of the Tourism Zone. What will the impact be on the future of Atlantic City?
Revel Report: An Atlantic City Game Changer
Mon, May 02, 2011
With the support of the trade unions, progress on Atlantic City’s mega-resort accelerates as the lavish layout of Revel is finally revealed, including a 5,800-seat theater.
Atlantic City Tourism District Approved by CRDA
Mon, May 02, 2011
The new state-sponsored tourism district is seen as the first step on Atlantic City’s road to recovery. The boundaries outlined at a board meeting last week include the entire Boardwalk, the Marina District, Bader Field and some of the back bay waterfront.
Festival Fever: DMB Caravan Comes to Atlantic City
Tue, Jun 07, 2011
In the most anticipated music festival of the season, the Dave Mathews Caravan rolls into Atlantic City for three days, June 24-26.
Atlantic City Food and Wine Festival
Tue, Jun 28, 2011
Food Network's Atlantic City Food and Wine Festival returns in July with a great line-up of events and appearances by some culinary superstars
Art Matters: A Renaissance in Downtown Atlantic City
Wed, Jun 29, 2011
ArtSpace and CRDA Take Next Step to Bring Artist Housing to Downtown Atlantic City
Hard Rock Gets Its Groove On in AC
Fri, Jul 01, 2011
As the leading contender for a new casino license in Atlantic City, Hard Rock International unveils an ambitious, $275 million casino project that would transform the southern end of the Boardwalk.
Under the Big Top: Resorts Debuts Circuses
Mon, Aug 01, 2011
Resorts Casino Hotel has recently launched three circuses, including Atlantic City’s first adult-themed production. “The Great American Circus,” “Cirque Polynesian” and “Cirque Risque: The Naked Circus,” will run through the fall at the casino’s new Event Pavilion.
Testing the Limit: AC Sports Paradise
Thu, Sep 01, 2011
Atlantic City host its first international triathlon this month, with athletes from around the world converging on the beach. With the return of championship boxing, the upcoming AC Marathon and other athletic events, the shore town is shaping up as a sportsman's paradise.
Sporting Chance?
Fri, Nov 11, 2011
Now that sports betting in New Jersey has passed, legislators are working to make it a reality. But is it just a symbolic victory, or does the Garden State have a real shot at challenging the federal ban?
Toasting the New Year 2012
Mon, Dec 05, 2011
Atlantic City rings in the New Year with great parties and some excellent room deals. Check out our guide to find out where to raise your glass to 2012.
Romantic Getaways: Valentine’s Day Specials
Thu, Feb 02, 2012
Atlantic City is serving up romance with some spectacular room packages, sensual spa treatments and great dining experiences.
Revel Arrives
Mon, Apr 02, 2012
Revel casino opened its doors to the public April 2 for an eight-week preview leading up to a Memorial Day weekend grand opening. The $2.4 billion mega-resort, the largest property in Atlantic City, could be a game changer in the city’s economic future. Emphasizing its non-gaming amenities, Revel is looking to broaden the East Coast casino market.
Atlantic City Rolls Out New Marketing Campaign
Tue, May 01, 2012
‘Do AC’ is Atlantic City’s new slogan, and a $20 million marketing campaign has been launched to promote the city as a year-round destination resort. The strategy, created by the Atlantic City Alliance with the advertising agency Euro RSCG, encompasses television, radio, print and digital media and showcases the city’s non-gaming amenities.