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Meet Lori Polson
From Representing Artists to Becoming One Herself Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Lori Polson For more than 25 years, Lori Polson built a career behind the scenes—connecting world-class portrait artists with collectors and clients. Today, she stepped out from behind the curtain and onto the canvas herself. Polson, a Bergen County local and a longtime art director-turned-portrait consultant, began her career at Saatchi & Saatchi Advertising Worldwide in New York. Yet it was her...
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The Ultimate Weekend Getaway Right in NJ
My Escape to Pendry Natirar Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Pendry Hotels Sometimes, the perfect escape isn’t far away—it’s just a scenic hour from NYC. Tucked into the rolling hills of Somerset County, New Jersey, Pendry Natirar feels like a world apart. It's where luxury meets nature, and the result is nothing short of magic. If you're craving a weekend that actually feels like a vacation (without the hassle of travel), this hidden gem delivers in every way. Luxury in the...
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Family Comes First
Rachel Fuda on Balancing Motherhood and Reality TV Fame Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Michael Lago, BellaCosa Babies For Rachel Fuda, star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey , fame isn’t the finish line—family is. While millions of Bravo fans know her for her polished style, quick wit, and reality TV presence, Fuda remains firmly grounded in her role at home. “Being a mom is what defines me right now,” she shares. “This is a very temporary little-kid phase of life, and I’m...
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Branzino for Heroes
Sautéed Lemon Garlic Branzino with Warm Tomato Salad Over Baby Arugula Article and Photography by Metropolitan Seafood Gourmet If you’ve ever had the desire to be bathed in the unfettered sunshine of your family’s sincerest adoration, then buy them a puppy. But if you just want them to love you a little more, make this dish and enjoy the warm embers of their gratitude. It’s that easy. Ingredients 1½ to 2 pounds of Branzino fillet (or use Sea Bass, Flounder, or even Red Snapper) 3...
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