Food + Beverage

The Gift of Gratitude

Ushering in the Holiday Season with "An Attitude of Gratitude" Article by Angelina Silvester | Photography by Angelina Sivester The beginning of fall marks a shift in the weather: brightly colored leaves, cooler days, and the start to the holidays. In addition to the pumpkin-spiced foods, the warm drinks, and the sweaters and coats many are more than happy to pull out of storage, there seems to be a feeling of gratitude in the air. The beginning of fall is a time to take stock of the things...

Education

Helping Loved Ones

Managing Stress During Thanksgiving and the Holiday Season for People with Dementia Article and Photography by Martta Kelly Thanksgiving, with turkey and all the trimmings, ushers in the fall/winter holiday season and people look forward to celebrating with family and friends. However, for those  living with  dementia, it can be a  stressful time.   Jeanette Lauture, a certified dementia practitioner, memory care advisor, and director of marketing at Arden Courts-ProMedica Memory Care in...

Life + Culture

Home-Grown Holiday

A Nostalgic Visit to Wightman Farms Article by Angelina Silvester When visiting Wightman Farms, I was immediately reminded of the way fall felt as a child. There is something about the change in seasons that makes you nostalgic, and both the farm and its accompanying general store seem to capture the feeling of a simpler time. Fresh fruits and vegetables are for sale, spilling from wooden crates, and seasonal flowers bloom in hanging planters and pots. The buildings are a classic farmhouse...

Food + Beverage

Chef Jesse- POW

Local Chef Wants to Cook Up Interest in Modern Day Dinner Parties Article by Martta Kelly | Photography by Casey Fatchett Intimate dinners at home with friends have been making a comeback, due partly to a rise in the cost of living. But the trend also reflects people’s desire to connect with one another, especially with those outside of their social circle. Learning about new cuisine and wines, enjoying a delicious meal, and participating in engaging conversation: this is the trifecta of the...

Local Services

West Orange Fooderie

An Intimate and Innovative Market Experience Article and Photography by Angelina Silvester With big-name brands like Whole Foods and ShopRite in the area and with Target coming soon, there’s a must visit market in town that gives you the shopping intimacy and delicious options you crave. West Orange Fooderie offers fresh produce, an extensive deli and bakery, and a large selection of household products, as well as hidden gems like homemade spreads and dips.  The store’s layout is clearly...

Food + Beverage

Sweet Treats and Haunted Houses

Spooky Heart: I Ain’t Afraid of no "Monster" Article by Angelina Silvester | Photography by Wolf, Angelina Silvester As parents look forward to the start of a new school year and kids begin to think about that perfect costume, fall hayrides, apple bobbing and trick or treating, we walked around West Orange for some sweet treats, and sat down with someone whose work aims to send a chill down your spine.  When walking into Supreme Bakery in town, you’re welcomed into a bright, spacious room...

Food + Beverage

Made With Love

460 Bistro’s Chef Mahnut Bakir Shares His Passion To Cook For You. Article by Angelina Silvester | Photography by Angelina Sivester   The warm tinkle of a bell overhead is the first thing I heard when I entered West Orange’s 460 Bistro. The second was ABBA. Immediately, I knew I had come to a good place.  I got the privilege to sit down with the chef and owner of 460 Bistro, Mahnut Bakir, who recently started work here two years ago. Though his English wasn't fluent, I was able to hear...

Style + Beauty

Walter Bauman Jewelers:Estate Jewelry Experts

A "Gem" in the Community for nearly 60 Years Article by Martta Kelly For many people, the phrase “estate jewelry” will conjure up visions of opulent diamonds, emeralds, and sapphires worn by wealthy socialites or celebrities. While that is certainly a segment of people associated with estate jewelry, there is much more to the story, according to Walter Bauman, grandson of founder Walter O. Bauman, and owner of Walter Bauman Jewelers with his brother, Russell.   “We buy our estate jewelry...

Home Services

Antiques in Modern Living

Integrating Vintage Styles in Today's Interior Design Article by Sara Chwatt, SBC Interiors In the world of interior design, where trends often come and go, the integration of antiques into contemporary spaces provides a unique opportunity to infuse history, character, and a sense of timelessness. While contemporary design typically embraces sleek lines, minimalism, and the latest innovations, the juxtaposition of antique pieces can create a captivating visual dialogue that elevates the entire...

Home + Design

Retro and Classic

Vintage finds in the Neighborhood: A peak inside Valley Vintage and Albert Joseph Gallery Article and Photography by Barb Forbes Let’s shake it up….your  home decor  that is. This Fall Season simply step out into your own backyard. That’s right…..into  “The Valley”  of West Orange. Located at 168 South Valley Road there sits ValleyVintage. Home of 20 dealers of unique and hard to find items that’s like Home Goods on steroids. ...