Food + Beverage

The Art of Tartare

A refined balance of richness, brightness, and texture at Covo. Article and Photography by Felix Gonzalez Covo Beef Tartare A refined take on a classic, Covo’s Beef Tartare balances richness and brightness in every bite. Hand-diced beef is layered with charred red onion marmalade and horseradish crema, then finished with fresh chives, fried capers, cured egg yolk, and pickled mustard seeds for texture and depth. Ingredients (Per Serving) 2½ ounces hand-diced beef 1 teaspoon...

Fitness

Investing in Your Longevity

Six Fitness Tests That Reveal How Long—and How Well—You’re Likely to Live Article and Photography by Brian Mullins As this month’s theme centers on investing, most conversations begin with retirement accounts and financial security. But there is another form of capital that deserves equal attention: your ability to move, function and live independently as you age. What if the most important investment you make today is not in a portfolio, but in your longevity? When people think about...

Home Services

Built on Grit and Generations

How DeLisa Waste Services Keeps It Local Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Andrea Phox In an industry increasingly dominated by national corporations, DeLisa Waste Services stands out as a multigenerational, locally owned company still operating where its roots began along the Jersey Shore. Today, the business is led by CEO Thomas DeLisa II, continuing a family legacy in waste services that stretches back nearly a century. From municipal contracts to container operations and...

Health + Wellness

Your Health Begins With Your Smile

How preventive dentistry protects more than just your teeth Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Chatter Creative When people think about investing, they often picture portfolios, property or retirement accounts. Rarely do they think about their smile. But according to Dr. Ravi Shah, investing in your oral health may be one of the most important long-term decisions you can make. Shah, a New Jersey native who took over Ocean Shore Dentistry—a long-standing general dentistry practice—two...

Sports + Recreation

Racing on Ice

Van Nostrand Cup returns to the frozen Navesink River, reviving a storied winter tradition Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by David Surks In subzero temperatures and wind gusts exceeding 45 miles per hour, history unfolded on the frozen Navesink River. On Monday, Feb. 9, experienced ice boat sailors gathered in Red Bank to compete for the Van Nostrand Cup, one of the most coveted trophies in the sport of ice boating. Hosted by the North Shrewsbury Ice Boat and Yacht Club, the rare...

Local Services

Readers’ Choice

INVESTMENT EDITION—APRIL 2026 Article and Photography by Greater Long Branch City Lifestyle From the Jersey Shore to bustling commercial hubs, Greater Long Branch residents know the importance of making smart financial choices and partnering with trusted professionals. This month’s Readers’ Choice: Investment Edition highlights the banks, advisors and service providers locals rely on most to manage, grow and protect their wealth. Each winner was selected entirely by reader vote—real...

Local Services

Built by Hand, Built with Heart

Inside The Wood Joint, where generations gather to craft skill, confidence and connection Article by Demi Guillory | Photography by The Wood Joint School is always in session at The Wood Joint in Long Branch, where learning has no expiration date and people of all ages explore their artistic abilities through woodworking. The nonprofit organization has preserved woodworking as an intergenerational craft since August 2016, offering hands-on classes for every skill level. Students train in a...

Real Estate

Experience as an Asset

Why Jeffrey C. Brown Takes the Long View on Investing Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Jeffrey C. Brown In investment markets defined by cycles, volatility and shifting demand, experience is often the difference between speculation and strategy. For commercial real estate broker and investor adviser Jeffrey C. Brown, that experience spans more than four decades across multiple asset classes, economic downturns and expansion periods. Brown, director of commercial real estate at EXIT...

Local Services

Big Moves by the Beach

How Long Branch Is Leveling Up Community Life Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Michal DiMiceli In Long Branch, community investment shows up in everyday places—parks, libraries, small businesses, arts spaces and year-round programs designed to serve residents of all ages. Mayor John Pallone says what makes the city stand out is its diversity, history and strong neighborhood spirit. With more than four miles of coastline and a wide mix of cultures and businesses, Long Branch blends...

Fitness

Where Health Meets Real Life

Inside nuYu’s personalized approach to sustainable fitness and wellness Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Thomas DiOrio For many people, improving health is not about chasing quick fixes—it’s about finding an approach that fits real life. That belief is central to nuYu, a coaching-based fitness and wellness studio focused on individualized plans, long-term accountability and sustainable progress. At nuYu, health is not treated as a one-size-fits-all formula. Each client experience...