Education

Women Who Inspire: Tales of Resilience and Leadership

Discover the empowering narratives of extraordinary female trailblazer Article by Kelsey Meyer | Photography by Clara Wang, Chris Jorda, Provided In a world where inspiration is a beacon of hope, where women rise above challenges, leaving indelible marks of empowerment, there are those who ignite flames of ambition and courage in others. They are the epitome of strength, resilience, and unwavering determination. Here are the stories of five extraordinary women of B.I.G. (Believe Inspire Grow)...

May 2024

Food + Beverage

Fresh, Authentic Food Made From Scratch

Enjoy Flavorful Mexico City cuisine close to home Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography   When Jennifer Teutli began offering authentic and delicious Mexican food in 2014, she did it from a small stand at local farmer’s market. “I was born and raised in Mexico City, so the flavors and seasoning are very important” says Jennifer. “Being at the market was a great way for people to get to know us and our food.” The demand for her cuisine kept growing, and so did the...

April 2024

Beauty

Make Your Skin Glow

Get your body summer ready Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography Licensed cosmetologist Micaela Martinez learned a lot while working for others for nine years, but she inspired to do even more. With the encouragement of her clients, she went on to open Glow & Sculpt Studio in East Hanover this past January. “My clients have followed me through everything because they've been wanting me to branch out on my own,” she says. “They knew I could do more, so that love and...

April 2024

Home + Design

Innovation by Inspiration

From Huggy Pets to Garbage Pantz, Innovation is a family affair Article by Benjamin Meyer | Photography by Chris Jorda photography As a young reporter delving into the theme of "Women Who Inspire" for our May issue, I found myself drawn to write about someone close to home who inspires me every day: innovator and entrepreneur, my mother, Ana Meyer. Intrigued by her accomplishments, I sat down with her to uncover the story behind her inspiring journey.  Growing up, I always admired my mom's...

April 2024

Real Estate

A Shore Thing

Invest in an LBI vacation home and reap weekly financial rewards Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Provided When it comes to real estate, location is always important, whether it’s for your primary residence or a vacation home. The great thing about a vacation home is that while you can enjoy it with your friends and family, you can also rent it out and have an investment property that brings in weekly revenue. The better the location, and quality of the home, the higher the weekly rent...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

Invest in Culinary Heritage: The Auld Shebeen Pub

From Ancient Oaks to Culinary Classics: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Irish Heritage Article by Ben Meyer | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography Get ready for a local Irish adventure through The Auld Shebeen, nestled inside the Hanover Marriott, where history, flavors, and tunes collide in a whirlwind of Irish magic! Over 90 percent of the material used to create the pub, from the flooring to the woodwork, is authentic Irish salvage from century old structures imported from Ireland. The...

March 2024

Home + Design

Beyond Shade: Pergola Tech-Trends for Ultimate Outdoor Living!

Learn how strategic investments in pergola technologies create a haven of luxury and innovation. Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography and Provided Gone are the days when pergolas were mere wooden structures confined to the past. Step into the future of outdoor living with a visionary duo – Aaron Thall and Chris Wehmeyer, founders of PergolaHaus, where outdoor innovation meets luxury! “Traditional pergolas had four columns and a series of cross beams that didn't...

March 2024

Home Services

The Art of Home Service

RJW Exteriors Gives The White-Glove Experience You (And Your Home) Will Love Article by Don Seaman | Photography by RWJ Exteriors In the realm of white-glove service, visions of exotic cars, private jets, and world-class specialists often dance in our minds. Yet, the domain of roofing, siding, and replacement windows and doors rarely earns a place on this illustrious list. RJW Exteriors, however, is changing that narrative. At least not until now. RJW Exteriors is doing their level best to...

March 2024

Home + Design

Elevate Your Space

Transform your home or business into a designer showcase Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Erica Moffitt of Naki Studio Window Works in Livingston has everything you can imagine for windows from custom draperies and shades to blinds and shutters, but this family-owned and-operated business, which has been in operation for over 40 years, has so much more to make your home or business beautiful inside and out. Interior designers, contractors and other industry professionals especially...

February 2024

Home + Design

Don’t Relocate; Renovate

Make your home and budget work for you Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Provided While Magnolia Home Remodeling Group in Union can handle the most luxurious remodel with every conceivable option, the company also values projects with modest budgets. “We are not focused on the dollar amount of a project,” says Vic Fiore, who owns the company along with his brother-in-law, Chris Fontana. “We look at each project as an opportunity to build relationships so clients will consider us again...

February 2024