// By Nicholas Avallone
When first entering Samba, a Brazilian restaurant just a short walk from Montclair’s Bloomfield Avenue, I was greeted by the calm hum of the outdoor tables filled with customers engaged peacefully in conversation as they dined. Moving inside, a livelier environment was contained within the walls of the restaurant. The space was filled by customers who were also enjoying their time with friends and family. When visiting this restaurant, I noted the varying age range of the customers. From multi...