Posts Tagged ‘nj’
American Masterpiece: The Stone Mansion
It comes as a surprise to absolutely no one that Alpine, New Jersey—a town that regularly ranks among the wealthiest in America and is home to countless CEOs, celebrities and pro athletes—boasts some of the most jaw-dropping properties in the Northeast. But even in a town where the average home lists for over $3 million,…
Read MoreCrazy for Omakase
—Sushi gets the omakase, speakeasy treatment in the back of Jersey City’s Ani Ramen House. Remember when we all lost it after a secret booze-infused ice cream shop opened in the back of Ani Ramen? It was tasty while it lasted, however the weather as of late hasn’t left me in the mood for any…
Read MoreWhere to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in New Jersey
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday which can be viewed as both a blessing and a curse in the restaurant world. It’s time to get those plans solidified so you can enjoy dining out on some delicious (prix fixe) food with your S.O. What else is the holiday about? Here’s where to celebrate…
Read MoreManipulated Image
—You’ve seen his work at the Grounds For Sculpture in New Jersey and at Union Square in Manhattan. Now world-renowned artist Lionel Smit is back with his latest abstract exhibition in Johannesburg. The first time I spoke with Lionel Smit, we discussed his artistic aesthetic—more specifically, his sculpture work, which is loosely based around the…
Read MoreChef Spotlight: Leia Gaccione of South and Pine in NJ
—A window into the illustrious career of New Jersey star chef Leia Gaccione and her popular Morristown restaurant, South and Pine in NJ. My first bite of Chef Leia Gaccione’s food was met with equal parts joy and envy. Admittedly, I didn’t want to like chicken and waffles as a legitimate entrée. I was much…
Read MoreContemporary Classic with Mannino Architects + Builders
—The team at Mannino Architects + Builders transformed a 1970s-style first floor into a contemporary oasis in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. Designer: Mannino Architects + Builders Location: Cedar Grove, NJ Year Completed: 2019 By Melissa Sorge The exquisite first floor of this Cedar Grove home was not always the design masterpiece it is today. With…
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