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