Food + Beverage

Small Acts Feed Big Change

Table to Table makes rescuing food easy for every generation. Article by Alison Lukin | Photography by Provided by Table to Table “Nothing is more inspiring than students making an impact in their community. It’s a good reminder that our future is in good hands.” -Heather Thompson, Executive Director, Table to Table For Anthony Livelli, giving back has always been part of growing up. The 15-year-old East Hanover resident and Seton Hall Prep sophomore balances school, family, friends, and a...

Food + Beverage

Garden Greens over Asiago Grits with Bacon and Egg

Creamy Asiago grits topped with quickly braised Swiss chard, smoky crisp bacon, and a fried egg with golden, lacy edges. Article by Jenn Ponder, B.L.L. Culinary Gardens | Photography by Jessica Williams Makes: 3 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Ingredients Creamy Asiago Grits ¾ cup yellow grits 1½ cups water ¾ cup light cream 2 tablespoons butter ¾ cup shredded Asiago cheese ½ teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper Warm vegetable or chicken...

Food + Beverage

Roasted Butternut Squash & Bacon Soup

Rich, savory, and silky with roasted squash, crispy bacon, and fresh herbs Article by Courtesy of @vcuisinenj | Photography by Provided by @vcuisinenj Ingredients • 1 whole butternut squash • 2 whole carrots • ½ lb bacon, cut into large pieces • 2 onions, chopped • 2 celery stalks, chopped • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 6 cups chicken stock • Fresh thyme • 1 bay leaf • Olive oil • Salt & pepper • Seasoning salt, to taste Instructions 1. Roast the vegetables Preheat oven to ...

Food + Beverage

Local Food Pantries In Need

These organizations make it easy to create a big impact on local residents Article by Alison Lukin The holidays are a season of abundance, but for some Morris County families, putting enough food on the table—or purchasing everyday necessities—can be difficult. This season, consider adding a few extra items to your shopping cart. From Thanksgiving staples to diapers and toiletries, even a small donation can make a meaningful difference for a neighbor. Interfaith Food Pantry Network | Morris...

Life + Culture

A Thanksgiving Tradition Worth Stealing

Our DIY Thanksgiving Day Parade your kids will ask to do EVERY year Article and Photography by Felisha Lynch Every year around Thanksgiving, we have one tradition my kids absolutely LOVE—making our own Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons! It’s inexpensive, pajama-friendly, requires zero planning, and somehow entertains my kids for HOURS. Basically, my kind of holiday activity:) The best part? There is absolutely NO wrong way to do it. We keep our supplies simple, but you can use whatever craft...

Shopping

Thrift With Purpose

From designer handbags to furniture, donated treasures help fund recovery at Market Street Mission Article by Julian Garcia | Photography by Barbora Hindson A pair of sneakers at the bottom of the closet.  An old lamp collecting dust in the garage.  A Coach handbag hanging on the back of the bedroom door.  These are the kinds of items that sit around the house for months - or even years - before we decide to toss them aside. Or keep ignoring them. But don’t. Your unwanted items could go a...

Local Services

Showing Up for the Place You Love

Supporting local organizations, businesses, and neighbors turns hometown pride into action and helps Boonton's community thrive Article by Lauren Moran Mills | Photography by Donna Fisk Boonton has a way of pulling you in. For me, being part of this town isn’t simply living here—it means showing up, getting involved, and telling its story. I’m an active member of this community, and if you’ve spent any time around town, there’s a good chance you’ve seen some of my content promoting it. My...

Health + Wellness

What Is Giving?

How small acts of time, attention and presence can become the most meaningful gifts we give Article by Margaret "Sunny" Devine | Photography by Provided by Devine Counseling Services Giving, for many, is tangible: donating clothes, money, food. What if we stepped back? What if we noticed more? Listened more? Became more present? As a therapist, I see and hear a lot. The mother who just needs a minute. The child who desperately wants their siblings to play with them. The friend who doesn’t...

Education

Family Promise: Beyond the Stereotypes

The Truth About Homelessness in Morris County Article by Judy Marano | Photography by Family Promise of Morris County For many, the word homelessness is often associated with stereotypes, although these perceptions do not apply to everyone experiencing homelessness. We have been misinformed to think all people in this situation are mentally ill or have chosen this life on the streets. But as Joann Bjorson, CEO of Family Promise in Morris County, explains, “The reality is that homelessness...

Food + Beverage

October Gets Extra Spooky At Catfight

Seasonal drinks, horror movie nights, live music, and Halloween-inspired events transform Boonton's Catfight Coffee into October's ultimate destination. Article by Julian Garcia | Photography by Donna Fisk Acey Slade took his first sips of coffee when he was growing up in Downingtown, Pa., sneaking into his parents’ office after they had finished working and left behind cold cups of brew. “They drank coffee all day long,” Slade says. “I'd go into their office and find cold coffee with milk...