February 3, 2012
PepperJack…..With only 24 hours left to file the paperwork for the name of her newly renovated space, Melissa O’Connell (a very attentive owner of the restaurant) had to come up with something quick! She turned to her roots and her passions in life: The North Shore location, which Melissa grew up on and where the restaurant ...
December 23, 2011
Nothing says “Holiday season” like dazzling light displays on the most decorated houses in town. There are people that go above and beyond to bring the holiday spirit to their neighborhood. Every year crowds gather to look at the twinkling lights, tree ornaments, decorative wreaths, nativity scenes, and countless figurines. It’s always fun to tour the ...
November 11, 2011
After this weekend’s visit to La “Tea” Da, I am convinced La “Tea” Da is one of the most unique and lovely places in all of Staten Island. Once an antique shop, this country cottage has been converted into a charming tea room by its owner, Toyka Lewis. She affectionately calls it her “labor of ...
October 10, 2011
Imagine my surprise when I walked into the Decker Farm for some fresh produce only to find myself in the middle of a perfectly rustic farm wedding. I reached for my phone and began snapping pictures, I couldn’t resist. There was just something about the gorgeous autumn weather and the colors of the changing leaves that ...