Posts by Abby Montanez
Natural Beauty with Costa Brazil
For some, travel can be life-changing. It has the power to shift your perspective, your personality, your values. For Francisco Costa, former Creative Director for Calvin Klein, a trip to his homeland of Brazil allowed him to reconnect with the very things that inspire him. The richness of the Amazon rainforest. Having respect for one’s…
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 MoreMichelle Randolph Debuts Capsule Collection with J.ING
Model and actress Michelle Randolph has added fashion designer to her list of accomplishments with her first-ever capsule collection. In collaboration with Los Angeles womenswear brand, J.ING, Made for a Muse is a fresh take on the popular style of dress in the ’90s. “I hope this collection makes you feel confident, classy and fabulous!”…
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 MoreThe Riddler: Champagne in the City
—A beloved San Francisco Champagne bar sets up shop in the West Village. What many of us admire about Champagne are the feelings associated with it—more than the taste. It’s often characterized as the official special occasion drink, be it the accompaniment to a sappy wedding toast or an extravagant New Year’s Eve party. Champagne…
Read MoreGrant Gunderson: A Window Into Winter
Mountain-enthusiast and North American photographer Grant Gunderson is living the dream—or at least his version of it. Before ever picking up a camera, the Washington native spent every chance he got on the slopes, even learning to ski before he could walk. As he got older, Gunderson would document the adventures of his friends and…
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