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: [email protected] 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: [email protected] 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: [email protected] 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.