Posts by Abby Montanez
Planet Beyond Goes Beyond the Ordinary
Itโs easy to get caught up in all the tech advancements coming our way. This new generation of gadgetsโsound accessories in particularโare considered a crucial part of our modern life and have become just as much a status symbol as they are a fashion statement. From ditching over-ear styles to the surge in Appleโs AirPods,…
Read MoreNatural 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 oneโs…
Read MoreCrazy for Omakase
โSushi gets the omakase, speakeasy treatment in the back of Jersey Cityโs 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 hasnโt 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 Valentineโs Day in New Jersey
This year, Valentineโs Day falls on a Friday which can be viewed as both a blessing and a curse in the restaurant world. Itโs 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? Hereโs 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 itโmore than the taste. Itโs often characterized as the official special occasion drink, be it the accompaniment to a sappy wedding toast or an extravagant New Yearโs Eve party. Champagne…
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