Today is National Barbecue Day. You can find great barbecue at local Philadelphia spots, as well as at these regional chains.
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On the Lighter Side
Philadelphia’s best bagels list has been updated.
Some restaurants are replacing complimentary bread baskets with a la carte bread courses; but there are still restaurants known for their good, free bread. If the bread comes with olive oil for dipping, expect prices to rise.
Meanwhile, in Paris, France, a new best baguette has been chosen.
If you’re dining at a steakhouse, it helps to know the best steak on the menu.
The Secret is There is No Secret
More than half of second marriages in the United States end in divorce. Add the recent break-ups of Reese Witherspoon’s marriage to Jim Toth and Kevin Costner’s 18-year marriage to Christine Baumgartner to that statistic. At least both stars can rely on prenups this time, which neither had when their previous marriages ended. Overseas, the former Prime Minister of Finland, Sanna Marin, announced her divorce as she leaves office.
Whether or not you have a prenup agreement, if you need assistance with the financial aspects of a pending divorce, the experts at Asterion can help.
FYI
One of Asterion’s original consultants, Peter Salzarulo, Jr., CPA/CFF, CFE, recently won the naming contest for the new tenant lounge at One Penn Center, where our offices are located. His winning submission, The Brake Lounge, acknowledges the building’s historic ties to the Pennsylvania Railroad, which was once headquartered in the building.
Trends We’re Watching
Several high-profile bankruptcies have been filed in New Jersey courts recently.
Homeowners on Half Moon Bay have sued to prevent a retreat from the beach. As California goes, so goes the nation.
What’s Puzzling Us
Pennsylvania is in the top 10 states where residents love Chipotle’s.
Scientists are altering the genes of vegetables to improve the taste. What could possibly go wrong?
What Doesn’t Surprise Us At All
Melting snow in California means exhilarating rides for white water rafters.
Thread Recommendations
A chef/painter recognized the difference between garlic and onions and succeeded in correcting the title of a Van Gogh painting.
The Library of Congress has made the papers of the late Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens available for research.
Giraffes may be able to understand probabilities.
Watch List
It’s never too late for a second act. The lawyer father of two TV comedians says he has become a “Nepo Dad,” after playing the judge on Jury Duty.
The archives of popular 1970s show The Midnight Special are now available on YouTube.
Audio Files
A Baltimore “Jazz detective” brings back iconic recordings.
Asterion Out & About
Asterion will be hosting an exhibitor booth at the New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Meeting and Convention at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City from May 17-19, 2023. If you’ll be attending, look for Mark H. Bradford, Tammy L. Hersh, Stephanie Hyland, and Peter Salzarulo, Jr., at Booth 405.
Spotlight on Family Law
Asterion, Inc. has extensive experience providing forensic, valuation and consulting services to family law attorneys and their clients.