Annealed Studio – Let’s Make Jewelry! Annealed Studio (pronounced “A-Nield”) just arrived at 107 North Avenue in Cranford! And oh boy – is North Avenue becoming a crafter’s destination! Welcome husband and wife team, Tricia Freire Greeley and Rob Greeley, and their one-of-a-kind jewelry studio! Learn to make unique jewelry, attend workshops, or book…
Let Ciao Amici of Cranford Tailor Your Next Trip to Italy!
As I’m writing this blog – owner of Ciao Amici, Filomena Coccaro, at 25 North Avenue West in Cranford, is hosting the experience of a lifetime to a group of local adults who wanted a TRUE Italian adventure by someone who knows and treasures the regions! They started in Spello, the ancient town in the…
Get Crafty with Charlie Thyme DIY Studio in Kenilworth!
Owner Jenny Lichtenwalner recently opened an adorable new DIY store in Kenilworth at 200 N 14th Street called CharlieThyme-DIY Studio. She has been operating under this name at a store on Etsy called Charlie Thyme Etsy Store – for the last 6 years. Here you will find custom stickers, shirts, banners, rustic labels, burlap prints,…
Little Nest Portraits Opens in Westfield: Capturing Life’s Special Moments So You Can Always Enjoy Them!
Capture life’s moments forever with Little Nest Portraits Westfield at 109 Quimby Street. Owner and Westfield resident, Dina Lasorsa, just opened the doors to her stunning studio and has a Grand Opening planned this Sunday, June 24 from 2-4 pm! Dina has so many elements of fun and excitement planned for this day…
A La Mode Creamery is “Rolling” Out the Red Carpet for Summer in Cranford!
Like most teenagers, my talented Cranford High School Junior intern, Catherine Holleran, loves to hang out with her girlfriends. One of their favorite spots in town is A La Mode Creamery – a place where they can concoct their own ice cream creation and sit in a fun, parlor-like atmosphere hanging out as girls do!…
Little Fox Kitchen Opens in Cranford!
Little Fox Kitchen Opens in Cranford: Where Food is Celebrated and “Creativity and Cleverness” is Encouraged! I’m feel so very lucky to have the chance to meet with local business owners to discuss their latest ventures and grand openings. Meeting Melanie Cecilio, founder and chef director of the newly opened Little Fox Kitchen at…
Local Mother Wants You to Get on Board with” My Fit Life” this Spring!
Coming out of winter hibernation? Looking to get back on track with your healthy eating and fitness? Meet Cranford resident, Cherise Mazur of “My Fit Life” over at her brand-new living blog called cherisemazur.com. Why do I love this local mom and her approach to fitness? She’s just like me and you! Cherise is a…
Frankel’s: An Iconic Family Business from Brooklyn Has Put Down Roots in Garwood
Ok, I’ll admit – I’m a tad nosy when I see a formerly empty storefront showing signs of new activity. Little did I know, that when I walked into Frankel’s in Garwood, NJ (located at 86 North Avenue), I would be one of the very first customers to step inside their newest location (right next…
Peapods Cookies: Westfield Mother and Baker Turned Heads on the Food Network with Her Stunning Cookie Creations!
Perhaps you are a foodie fan and watch Food Network like it’s your job. Maybe you tune in to this channel because the reality food shows are so addicting and you wish you could make magic happen in the kitchen like the stars! Possibly you watched the Food Network’s “Christmas Cookie Challenge 2017” last month…
New Year’s Resolution: Spend More Time “Cooking For Friends”
I am so excited to help debut the business of a dear friend of mine, Kristen Mider, called “Cooking for Friends”. Her personal chef service started evolving at the beginning of the year – however I wanted to wait till the perfect moment to showcase her talents! Many of you saw my “Open Gallery Event”…
