Magic Grill (located in Garwood, NJ) is a Mongolian BBQ place. It’s also not a traditional restaurant. You don’t order a menu item and get served – instead, you sit down, and are asked “What soup? Dumplings?” Then, the magic happens.

Polycarp Flowers – a small, successful, and incredibly professional local floral design business located in Summit, NJ – is led by a kind, seasoned and competent florist. I highly recommend paying Polycarp Flowers a visit! 

Colorful cakes of soaps shaped like downy clouds, tiny pink rosebuds, tarot cards, jars of face masks, “bath potions,” scrubs, salts, and oils – meet Witch Baby, a gothic, magical twist on traditional selfcare.

A quaint shop tucked away on the second floor of the Strand, By Tess is a cute boutique providing pastries, drinks, pottery, clothing, and artisanal items from cutting boards to scented candles.

Summit’s annual Restaurant Week has officially arrived! From July 21 to July 31, enjoy all the city of Summit has to offer.

A spectacular addition to the Summit community, Serra Doce is a beautiful European-style cafe with excellent food, and I cannot praise it enough.

My cousin and I have found a newfound love for thrifting. It's an eco-friendly way to find pre-loved statement pieces. Naturally, last time we met up, we had to visit a local thrift store - ever since that escapade, I've been searching for ones nearby me. However, I was rather delighted to rediscover one right under my nose. It's one of those places you know about, but once you walk in, you just CAN'T believe you haven't visited.  Say hello to the Junior League Summit Thrift Shop, quaintly housed in Summit at 37 Deforest Avenue.

Where is the flair in ice cream? Where is the pizzazz? If you’re like me and feel the urge to ridicule an inanimate food based on its appearance, ridicule no more. Ice cream is no longer boring. How did I make this discovery? By walking into Z-Rolls in Summit NJ, at 452 Springfield Avenue. This workspace makes a very special type of ice cream - one rolled into ribbon-like shapes! The concoction is made by mixing any add-ins (such as Oreo pieces) into the base, chopping and spreading the mix onto a cold metal slate, and finally rolling the ice cream into individual pieces. Delicious and definitely fun!

The first municipality in the state to recognize gay marriage, South Orange is accepting and welcoming towards anyone lucky enough to stop by. Additionally, they offer many different restaurants that satisfy a multitude of culinary tastes! I stopped by three different eateries seen as historical and cultural staples of the township - Bunny’s, Toro Loco, and Town Hall Deli.

Many students are feeling strained as they struggle to meet academic standards. Thankfully, Summit is home to three incredible tutoring centers dedicated to helping pupils thrive - especially in times like these.

Located at 447 Springfield Avenue in Summit NJ is Jenny’s Japanese Cuisine. Formerly known as Fujiyama, the restaurant offers outstanding food, service, and a spectacular hibachi experience.

Meet Opulent Obsessions: a quaint store new to downtown offering charming, trendy clothing.

Meet The Lash Lounge: a classy, inviting eyelash and eyebrow salon to give you that extra lift. No more hassle with makeup every morning!