Event Planning + Services

Celebrations Made Personal

How Eclipse Events transforms celebrations into unforgettable experiences through personalized entertainment, creativity and human connection. Article by Brooke Boyer | Photography by Eclipse Events Michael Spinnato’s passion for music started early, with a turntable in a Brooklyn basement. As a teenager, Spinnato became captivated by a neighborhood DJ who showed him how two records could blend seamlessly and transform the energy of a room. Soon after, his father helped him buy his first DJ...

Food + Beverage

Meatballs That Brings Everyone Home

Antoinette Gangi keeps traditions alive, one recipe at a time. Article by Brooke Boyer | Photography by Tiny Hearts Photography For Antoinette Gangi, some recipes are more than instructions on a page. They are memories, family stories and traditions passed from one generation to the next. And perhaps no dish captures that sentiment quite like her meatballs. Gangi has been rolling meatballs since she was 10 years old, standing alongside her mother and father in the kitchen and learning the...

Food + Beverage

The Sweet Potato, Two Ways

Discover the surprising history, versatility and delicious possibilities of sweet potatoes, from savory sides to decadent desserts and everything between. Article by Chef David Burke With the arrival of fall, sweet potatoes are about to have their annual moment. So this felt like the perfect time to show just how versatile they can be. Sweet potatoes have a bit of an identity problem. They’re not potatoes. They’re not yams. Yet somehow, they’ve spent centuries being mistaken for both. They...

Style + Beauty

Effortless Everyday Style

Discover how Hazel Boutique helps women build versatile wardrobes with effortless style, timeless pieces and confidence for every season and occasion. Article by Brooke Boyer | Photography by Jay Patel Fashion trends may come and go, but the best wardrobes are built on pieces that make everyday life feel effortless. At Hazel Boutique in Ramsey, that philosophy has transformed a hometown shop into a beloved fashion destination, where confidence matters just as much as the clothes on the rack. ...

Food + Beverage

Flavors of Fall

Discover Longfellow’s creative flavors, seasonal favorites and fall coffee traditions. Article by Camryn Fontana | Photography by Longfellow's Coffee Wherever you decide to sip, savor or celebrate the fall season, one thing is guaranteed: Pumpkin spice is back! By the end of August, it begins creeping onto menus. As a pumpkin lover, I am always excited to see its return to local menus. Pumpkin can become a syrup, pastry, dessert or even something unexpected, like savory ravioli. While pumpkin...

Home + Design

Built to Gather

Magnolia Home Remodeling designs kitchens around the way families cook, entertain and spend time together. Article by Tiffany Slowinski | Photography by Gravitude Brand Lab, Magnolia Home Remodeling Every good party eventually finds its way to the kitchen island. Someone opens a bottle of wine. Someone else offers to help but mostly stands nearby and talks. Plates fill the counter as guests drift in from the dining room. It usually starts with the food. Something is simmering on the stove...

Style + Beauty

Finding Your Color

The Magic of Laura Tappan Article by Camryn Fontana | Photography by Jay Patel Have you ever stood in front of your closet unsure where to begin, reaching for familiar pieces when you crave something more expressive? Many of us long to dress in a way that reflects who we are: confident, vibrant and uniquely ourselves. The secret is color theory. Discovering your ideal color palette creates harmony between your clothing and natural features. The right shades can instantly brighten your...

Home + Design

Designing the Invisible

Smart Home Systems blends technology, architecture and design for modern living. Article and Photography by Brooke Boyer Style is often defined by what we see—the architectural details, carefully chosen finishes and thoughtfully designed spaces that make a house feel like home. But according to Tiziano Iannitelli, some of the most impactful design elements are the ones homeowners never notice at all. As founder and president of Smart Home Systems, Iannitelli brings nearly three decades of...

Home + Design

Finding Joy in the Details

Art of Drawers brings style, function and organization together beautifully. Article by Brooke Boyer | Photography by David Renna Photography Style isn't always about what you add to a home. Sometimes it's about removing the frustrations that have been hiding in plain sight for years. For Sharron Chang, owner of Art of Drawers New Jersey, style and functionality go hand in hand. A beautifully designed kitchen should do more than look good. It should make everyday life easier, more organized...

Style + Beauty

Moody Hues, Elevated Style

Moody maroons? For fall? Groundbreaking. Article by Camryn Fontana Every fall, we watch familiar color palettes make their stylish comeback, and this season is no exception. Summer embraced colors like butter yellow, powder blue and shades of brown. Now is the time for moody favorites like soft grays and rich, dramatic hues to step forward again, with maroon taking center stage. Pared back from the height of chocolate brown, this sultry shade proves why it keeps returning season after season...