Food + Beverage

Lychee Spritz

Article by The Godfather of East Hanover | Photography by provided DIRECTIONS: MUDDLE 2 lychee 4-6 raspberries 1⁄2 oz lemon juice 1⁄2 oz simple syrup ADD & SHAKE 1 1⁄2 oz lychee syrup 1 1⁄2 oz gin STRAIN OVER FRESH ICE & TOP WITH PROSECCO

Life + Culture

Still Dressing Like Me

Why personal style still has a place in motherhood Article and Photography by Felisha Lynch Becoming a mom changed almost everything about my life, but one thing I never wanted it to take away was my personal style. Motherhood is a beautiful part of who I am. Honestly, it’s one of the biggest and best parts. But it isn’t the  only  part. I always remind myself, “This is my first time living too!” I think a lot of women become moms and slowly stop doing the little things that used to make...

Shopping

The Perfect Eye

Madison Boutique Owner Fotini “Fay” Rempfer gives fall transition flawlessly Article by Alison Lukin | Photography by Barbora Hindson Some people discover fashion. Others are simply born with an eye for it. Long before she opened The Perfect Eye Fashion House in Madison, owner Fotoni “Fay” Rempfer had an innate love of style. “As a kid, I always wanted to go to Macy’s with my mom and my aunts,” she recalls. “Even back then I was a little fashionista.” She left a successful career in marketing...

Shopping

Jewelry Inspired by Nature, Crafted Through Meaningful Moments

Merzatta's handcrafted jewelry captures organic beauty, personal stories, and the art of noticing everyday inspiration. Article by Alison Lukin | Photography by Barbora Hindson Walking into Merzatta on Cattano Avenue in Morristown is something special. And I mention the name of the street intentionally. Strolling through this tucked-away neighborhood is a quietly adventurous experience. It’s charming and private, and you know all those out-of-the-way special places are located somewhere like...

Shopping

The Perfect Gift Guide

Yes, even the friend who has absolutely everything will fall in love with these finds Article and Photography by Bri Rooks Some entrepreneurs chase the perfect location. Christine Kosakowski didn't have to; she already knew exactly where her business belonged. In 2012, the mother of four and former wedding invitation business owner saw the need for a gift store in Madison, New Jersey, the town she calls home. "I knew that if I ever opened a storefront, it needed to be in Madison," Christine...

Education

A Little Dirt Won't Hurt

Grow It Green teaches kids the fruits of gardening Article by Ellen S. Wilkowe | Photography by Provided by Grow it Green August is a last call for lazing at the Shore, making good on that camping trip, and sending thoughts of school out to sea. But as summer advances to the finish line, the harvest season is just getting started. Local farms are flush with the fruits of their labor, and the parade of produce will march in step with the Fall. Think tomatoes, cucumber, zucchini, kale, and...

Life + Culture

Little Ms. Morristown

influencer Allie Sharkey talks going from Ms. to mama Article by Alison Lukin | Photography by Barbora Hindson When Allie Sharkey started her Ms. Morristown Instagram account back in 2016, she had zero expectations for what it would become. What she did know was that she loved her town and wanted to share her favorite things with everyone she knew. The focus wouldn’t be on her as an influencer, but on all the vibrant happenings around her—so Allie made the account faceless. A social...

Health + Wellness

Building Resilience for Back-to-School Success

Parenting Coach and Founder of Guided Parenting Support (GPS®) talks calming fears and reducing anxiety Article by Kate Garzón, M.Ed. Every August, the calendar flips, and the nerves kick in—not just for kids, but for the parents watching them navigate new classes, new schools, and new expectations. Back-to-school season is a reminder that once they head out that door, what happens next is largely out of your hands. The most powerful thing you can do for your children and teens is support...

Education

Preparing Kids for Pet Parenthood

St. Huberts help families with littles find furever friends Article by Julian Garcia | Photography by Barbora Hindson Few moments are as exciting for children as welcoming a new pet into the family, but creating a happy beginning for everyone requires patience and planning. Experts say a successful adoption starts long before a family falls in love with a dog or cat. “Families can research breeds, involve children in selecting supplies, decide where the animal will sleep and eat, and discuss...

Life + Culture

One More Pool Day

the little moments I want to hold onto before summer ends Article and Photography by Felisha Lynch Every summer starts the same way—the kids get out of school, and I immediately start thinking about all the memories I want to make before September rolls around. Some of those memories are the big ones. Family trips. Fun day trips. The things we’ve planned and looked forward to, but if I’m being honest? When I picture summer ending, those aren’t always the moments that come to mind. I think...