Beauty

Love Your Look

Take time out for self-care and overall wellness Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography “When people walk in here, they feel like they're at home,” says Marcia Mehrali, owner of Beneath the Surface Spa in Madison. “It's very welcoming and calming.” This hidden gem, located down the Waverly Lane alley in Madison, has the tagline, “W alk in and float out,” because that’s how their clients say they feel after spending time here. Since February is all about love, why...

Beauty

A Trendz-y Party

Luxury bridal suite and party room that provides fun and beauty at the same time Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography At the age of 12, Raul Grippaldi was cutting men’s hair in his father’s salon in Argentina. In 1996, he opened Trendz Color & Design Salon in Florham Park. “I love both the artistic part of it and working with my hands,” he says. “When I came to the U.S., I started doing ladies’ haircuts and color and I always liked how I made people feel.” Raul...

Finance + Legal Services

Focused, Personalized Care

A lawyer forging a new path of success for herself and her clients Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Carley Storm Branding & Chris_Jorda_Photography Family law attorney Sandra Fava established her own practice in September of last year and she couldn’t be more thrilled. “After nearly 20 years in big law, I decided I wanted to be able to give my clients more focused, personalized service,” she says. Fava Law is a culmination of years of hard work and dedication, and since becoming an...

Food + Beverage

Finding The Perfect Match

Enhance the delectable flavors of chocolate and wine Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Provided If you want to delight your loved ones this Valentine’s Day, give them a gift of premium chocolates. To really make an impression, pair those with the right bottle of wine. As with savory foods, certain wines can bring out the flavors of chocolate in a most extraordinary way. Since there are many different varieties of chocolate – milk, dark, and white – and many types of wines, there are...

Wellness

Where Art Meets Medicine

Patients worldwide seek Dr. Spiro's award-winning expertise, compassion, and artistic vision. Article by Ana Meyer | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography Nestled in West Orange, New Jersey, the office of Dr. Scott Spiro stands as a destination for patients from across the United States and beyond, drawn by his expertise and artistry in plastic surgery. With over 28 years of experience, Dr. Spiro’s dedication to his craft, coupled with a unique perspective shaped by his background as an...

Health + Wellness

Transforming Lives By Creating Healthy Smiles

An all-inclusive spa that provides the best in beauty, relaxation, and wellness Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography Unlike other dental issues, periodontal disease typically doesn’t cause any pain, and even though 47% of Americans have it, they don’t actually know it. Periodontitis cannot be reversed but it can be stopped. However, if it is left untreated, it can ultimately cause tooth loss and underlying health issues. “We restore patient’s health by treating gum...

Health + Wellness

A Place for Beautiful Smiles

This practice makes dental care fun and comfortable for both kids and adults Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography When children (and adults) walk into The Smile Den in Florham Park, they feel as if they’re entering a magical place instead of a clinical dental office. With its nature designs, calming colors, reading nooks, and play area, it’s a place where people of all ages can feel welcome and comfortable. “One of our main goals is to have this feel like a home...

Beauty

Glow with Confidence

Services and procedures to enrich your body and mind Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography Cris Morin, who, along with her husband Tom, owns Enriched Aesthetics in Morristown, was an emergency room nurse for over 30 years and has been a board-certified nurse practitioner since 2018. She also holds a board certification in aesthetics. This credentialing and experience allows her to provide care that makes patients not only feel better, but look better. “The changes...

Travel

Come Stay at the Lodge

An all-inclusive spa that provides the best in beauty, relaxation, and wellness Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography An extraordinary experience awaits guests at The Lodge at Woodloch. Located in Hawley, Pennsylvania, it’s a place to refresh and rejuvenate bodies and minds. While there, you’ll feel like you traveled into a whole other world even though it’s a short two-hour car ride away. “We’re close to many major metropolitan areas, yet when guests arrive, they...

Food + Beverage

Catering to Your Needs

Invite a master chef into your home and be a guest at your own party Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography & Provided After winning two Food Network competitions, Chopped & Supermarket Stakeout, garnering other awards, and owning a couple of restaurants, Chef Lauren Covas is now a full-time in-demand caterer based in Long Branch. Regardless of location or cuisine, she brings parties to a whole other level. What was your inspiration to become a chef? I grew up in a...