Home Services

Water Matters

Why healthier water begins long before it reaches your glass Article by Brooke Carter | Photography by Elite Marketing Solutions When homeowners think about upgrades, kitchens and bathrooms often come first. Yet one of the smartest investments is one they can't see: the quality of the water flowing through their home. Since 1927, Pratt Plumbing Heating Co. Inc. has helped generations of Bergen County homeowners protect their homes with trusted plumbing, heating and water treatment solutions. ...

Food + Beverage

Espresso martini

A rich, velvety espresso cocktail with timeless appeal Article and Photography by The Mane Event Mobile Bar Ingredients: 2 oz Tito’s vodka 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, cooled slightly 1 oz Kahlúa Instructions: Chill a martini glass. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, espresso, and Kahlúa. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to create a rich, foamy crema. Strain into the chilled martini glass. Garnish with 3 coffee beans. Where Friendship Meets Exceptional...

Life + Culture

Swing Into Summer

An evening of networking, golf and local flavors brought the community together Article by Lucille Rizzo | Photography by LO Media Agency Pascack Valley and Northern Highlands City Lifestyle welcomed local business owners, professionals and community members to an unforgettable evening of networking at Go Low Indoor Golf in Paramus for the Swing Into Summer Networking event. Designed to bring together businesses from across the Pascack Valley and Northern Highlands, the event offered the...

Life + Culture

Wear the Journey:

How one Bergen County designer transformed a global career into a brand inspired by travel, artistry and family Article by Brooke Carter | Photography by Clara Wang Photography, Palmilla Love, Justyna Kaminska Cabbad Some souvenirs collect dust on a shelf. Others become part of your story. For Justyna Kaminska Cabbad, the most meaningful reminder of a journey has never been a postcard or a trinket. It's the handcrafted necklace that recalls an unforgettable sunset, the beaded handbag that...

Home + Design

Style That Welcomes

Seasonal outdoor décor from Extra Mile Home Services makes every arrival feel warm, polished and effortlessly inviting Article by Julian Crest Q: What inspired you to start Extra Mile Home Services? A:  Extra Mile Home Services was founded with one simple goal: helping busy Bergen County homeowners enjoy beautifully styled homes without sacrificing their valuable time. The team recognized that many people love seasonal decorating but often don't have the time to make it happen. By taking...

Life + Culture

Tacos, Tiles and a Whole Lot of Heart

Building Hands, Building Hope: How Cinco de Mahjong Rallied Bergen County for Children Experiencing Foster Care Article and Photography by Carly Mac Manus Margaritas. Mahjong tiles. And somewhere between the tacos and the first winning hand of the night, something quietly remarkable happened. What looked from the outside like the most fun Tuesday in Upper Saddle River’s recent memory turned out to be something far more intentional: a room full of neighbors who showed up to play a game and...

Fitness

Built for a Lifetime:

Aeon Gymnastics helps children discover strength, joy, and resilience through movement Article by Julian Crest | Photography by Clara Wang Photography Some friendships last a lifetime. For Amanda Lorenz and Stephanie Green, that friendship also became the foundation for a business that has impacted thousands of children across Bergen County. The co-owners of Aeon Fitness and Gymnastics first met in third grade while growing up in Park Ridge. As young athletes, they spent countless hours...

Food + Beverage

Oreo Ice Cream - No Churn

Article and Photography by Gwynn Galvin With just four ingredients you'll have Oreo Ice Cream for dessert! This homemade ice cream is so easy to make without an ice cream maker. Equipment: electric mixer hand mixer spatula measuring spoons loaf pan Ingredients: 1 pint heavy cream 1 Tablespoon vanillaextract 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 15 oreo cookies , crushed, about 1 1/2 cups crushed cookies Instructions: Beat the heavy cream...

Local Services

More Than a Rescue

How Cat Crew Rescue is transforming compassion into action for cats, families, and the Pascack Valley community Article by Julian Crest | Photography by Cat Crew Rescue When a call came in about an injured cat lying along Kinderkamack Road in Hillsdale on an early May morning, the situation appeared hopeless. The cat had been left on the roadside, injured, frightened, and feral. A passerby who stopped to help feared the worst and quickly reached out for assistance. What followed became one of...

Education

Service to the Community

Empowering Students to Use Their Gifts in Service to Others Article by AnneMarie Vaughn | Photography by Immaculate Heart Academy There is a reason why Immaculate Heart Academy has been repeatedly named the Best Private School in Bergen County. In addition to its rigorous academic program and powerhouse athletics, students are empowered on a daily basis to lead with confidence and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Service at IHA is more than just something that is required; it...