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Pumpkin isn't the only star in fall's bountiful harvest. Indulge in the flavors of the season with fiber-rich apples, immune boosting mushrooms + more! Here is a list of produce to look out for on your next trip to the farmers market or grocery store. OWL VENICE FALL RESET  Recipes Warm Berry CHIA PORRIDGE Total Time: 10 minutes | Servings: 1 serving Ingredients 1 cup coconut milk 3 tbsp chia seeds 1 tbsp honey, optional 1 tsp vanilla extract Pinch sea salt ½ cup blackberries ⅓ cup strawberries, chopped Toppings: fresh berries + edible flowers Directions To a small saucepan, add all of your ingredients. Heat up the sauce pan to a medium low heat + bring to a simmer. Simmer for 6-8 minutes until the pudding begins to thicken + the berries begin to burst. Continue to stir. Serve warm with fresh berries on top + edible flowers. Cross-Hatched ZUCCHINI Total Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 2 Ingredients 2 medium-sized zucchini 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp ground coriander Sea salt + pepper  1 cup coconut yogurt 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves ¼ cup mint leaves, julienned Sea salt + pepper  Toppings: mint leaves and herb oil Directions Slice your zucchinis in half lengthwise. On each zucchini half make several horizontal cuts (about an inch apart) along the entire zucchini + then repeat in the other direction. Season with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes. In a skillet over medium heat add the olive oil. Then add the zucchini halves cut side down. Sear for 5-6 minutes + then flip. Season with salt, pepper + coriander. Sear on the other side for another 5-6 minutes. Mix up the yogurt with the thyme + mint. Season with salt + pepper. Serve on top of zucchini halves with a drizzle of olive oil. Baked + Stuffed SWEET POTATO   Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 2   Ingredients 2 large sweet potatoes 2 tbsp ghee 2 tbsp nutritional yeast Sea salt + pepper to taste 1 cup fresh watercress ½ lemon, juiced ½ avocado, thinly sliced Directions Preheat the oven to 425°F. Poke holes into each sweet potato with a fork (about 4 each side) then wrap with aluminum foil. Add to the oven + roast for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven + make a lengthwise cut into each sweet potato. Spoon out the sweet potato from the skin + add to a bowl. Mash the cooked sweet potato with ghee, nutritional yeast and salt + pepper. Add the mash back into the potato skin. Then top each sweet potato with fresh watercress tossed in lemon juice + the avocado slices. Recipes + photos courtesy of Claire Sporck Maintain a HEALTHY Lifestyle Start your healing journey with OWL Venice. OWL = One Whole Life The OWL Reset combines the wisdom of Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda + Chronobiology. Their broth elixirs + plant-based shakes work in synergy to provide a simple, powerful way to help maintain your gut health + digestion — even in the busy, stressful seasons of life. Available in 4, 6 or 8 Day Reset. Click here to give it a try! Get "SOUPER" Excited For Fall with PRIMAL KITCHEN Welcome to soup season! Cozy up with a creamy, comforting bowl full of honest ingredients + real, delicious flavor. Instant Pot BEEF STEW Every cook, especially those who cook for families or lots of dinner guests, should have a trustworthy + simple stew recipe that they can make time + again + feel confident it will be a hit. Even if you’re cooking for one, stews are wonderful (perhaps even better) reheated the next day for lunch + make great freezer-friendly meals you can portion + stash in the freezer to have at the ready. Servings: 10 / Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 80 minutes Ingredients 2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper 4 lb. beef chuck roast 2 tablespoons Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil 1 large white or yellow onion, diced 6 large carrots, peeled + sliced into 2-inch pieces 1 pound baby red potatoes, sliced in half or in quarters if large 3 cups beef bone broth 1 bay leaf 8 sprigs fresh thyme Directions Season the roast evenly with salt + pepper.  Turn the Instant Pot on to the Sauté setting + heat Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil. Sear each side of the roast for 4 minutes.  Add onion, carrots + potatoes to the pot. Pour in bone broth. Add herbs. Cook, sealed on Manual High Pressure, for 70 minutes. Let the valve release naturally for 10 minutes. When the steam has finished releasing, unlock + remove the lid. Serve + enjoy! BUTTERNUT Squash Soup When it comes to fall comfort foods, butternut squash is definitely on the list, right up there with apple butter + pumpkin spice lattes. With nearly half of the recommended daily intake of Vitamin C, it's a great way to bump up your C without citrus. Nutritionist Sima Cohen nailed “sweet, savory + simple” with this amazing butternut squash soup! Ingredients 1 medium onion 1 butternut squash Several sprigs of fresh thyme Pinch of turmeric root Pinch of cumin 2 cups organic vegetable broth Red chili flakes, to taste Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil   (for sautéing)  Directions Dice the onion. Cut off the ends of the butternut squash + peel away the skin. Carve out the seeds + then slice + cube the body + neck of the butternut squash. Prepare small pieces of fresh thyme. Sauté the diced onions in avocado oil + season with fresh thyme in a large pot. Add the cubes of butternut squash on top of the onions. Sprinkle in a good pinch (each) of turmeric root + cumin. Pour in 2 cups of organic vegetable broth + bring to a simmer. Transfer the mixture to a food processor. Pureé until smooth. Pour the soup into a bowl. Finish with a sprinkle of red chili flakes + fresh thyme on top + enjoy! Recipe + photo by Sima Cohen SWEET POTATO SOUP with Collagen Peptides Time: 75 min. / Servings: 4 With flu + cold season in full swing, sweet potato soup is the perfect recipe for soothing in case you're feeling under the weather. Made with butternut squash + sweet potatoes, this warm + fragrant soup is ideal for winter nights. Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes 1 large leek, thinly sliced 2 medium garlic cloves, minced 1 12-16oz bag of frozen, cubed butternut squash 2 tbsp Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil 1 32-oz container of chicken or veggie broth (low or no sodium) 1/2 tbsp sea salt 1 tsp white pepper 3 scoops Primal Kitchen Collagen Peptides  Directions Pull the bag of butternut squash from the freezer + allow it to defrost overnight in your fridge. Pre-heat your oven to 375ºF. Scrub + poke the sweet potatoes with a fork multiple times. Place the cubes on a baking sheet. Roast the sweet potatoes for about 35 to 45 minutes (or until soft and fragrant). Remove from oven + allow them to cool. In a pan, heat Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil over medium heat. Add the leeks + turn the heat down to medium-low heat. Sauté for about ten minutes, stirring the leeks every couple of minutes so they don't burn. After about eight minutes, add the garlic to the pan and keep the contents moving so the garlic doesn't burn. In a high-speed blender, add the leak-garlic mixture, butternut squash + two sweet potatoes (with the skins removed). Add the room temperature broth, sea salt + white pepper. Blend on high until mixture is smooth. Add the remaining two skinless sweet potatoes + the Primal Kitchen Collagen Peptides + blend again. If the mixture is too thick, add more broth (1/4 cup at a time) until you get to the consistency you want. If you do not have extra broth, just add water. Add more salt + pepper to taste. Optional: Add 1/4 cup browned ground dark turkey or beef.  Enjoy!  Recipe + photo by Jennifer Fugo #fallrecipe #owlresetrecipes #recipe #fallproduce #seasonaleats #eatclean #seasonal #fall #plantfowardlifestyle #plantbased #health #wellness #healthandwellness #collardgreens #greens #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotato #brusselsprouts #mushrooms #mushroom #pumpkin #pumpkins #greenbeans #apple #apples #fig #figs #pear #pears

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In Part 2 of my New Jersey Travel Guide, I'll take you from Hamburg (the northernmost county in the State of New Jersey + the epitome of a small town) to Holmdel (where I grew up) which is full of parks with rolling green hills + vineyards to Bell Works which is an urban hub; a little metropolis in suburbia. A one of a kind destination for business, culture, technology, retail, wellness, dining, hospitality + more! Bell Works is the reimagination of the historic former Bell Labs building, designed by renowned architect, Eero Saarinen in 1962. I will take you to Howell, to a unique converted barn space overlooking acres of land to a place called Yoga Barn which hosts a variety of classes, retreats + events. We then stop in Jersey City (just across the Hudson River from New York) to a conscious vegan, vegetarian + plant based eatery. I will also fill you in on my favorite spots in Little Silver, Lincroft, Long Branch, Manasquan, Middletown, Point Pleasant, Port Monmouth, Red Bank, Rumson, Sandy Hook, Sea Girt, Shrewsbury, Tinton Falls, Toms River, Wall + West Berlin. HAMBURG Things To Do: Crystal Springs Resort Hamburg, Vernon & Franklin, N.J. Visit their website here Directions Accomodations | Golf | Spa & Wellness | Culinary | Meetings | Weddings | Celebrations | Activities Nestled along the edge of the Appalachian Mountains, just an hour outside New York City sits one of the country's most spectacular resorts featuring 6 Top Rated Golf Courses, 10 Restaurants ( including a 4 star Restaurant + World Renowned Wine Cellar ), not one... but 2 Award Winning Spas! Also featuring, a best in class Wellness Program + gorgeously appointed guest rooms + luxury suites featuring stunning mountain + valley views! Whether you are taking a quick family vacation, a romantic getaway or hosting colleagues, few destinations can match the warm welcoming splendor of Crystal Springs Resort. Come + see what makes this New Jersey's Favorite Resort + the # 1 Golf, Spa and Culinary destination in the Northeast! HOLMDEL Food: Turning Point 2132 NJ-35, Holmdel, N.J. (at the Commons at Holmdel) Visit their website here Daytime cafe (open: 7:30am - 3:00pm daily) serving breakfast, sandwiches, tea + coffee drinks in stylish surroundings. Things To Do: Bell Works 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, N.J. Visit their website here Shop | Eat | Play | Learn | Move | Care An urban hub; a little metropolis in suburbia. A one of a kind destination for business, culture, technology, retail, wellness, dining, hospitality + more! There is a gorgeous roofdeck as well to relax + enjoy while catching some rays of sunshine. Keep up to date with all the Bell Works Event Calendar here . Bell Works is the reimagination of the historic former Bell Labs building, in Holmdel, N.J. designed by renowned architect, Eero Saarinen in 1962. Bell Labs was a birthplace for many leading technological innovations of the 20th century. Fox Hollow Vineyards 939 Holmdel Road, Holmdel, N.J. Visit their website here Menus | Tastings | Live Music History: Fox Hollow Vineyards is centrally located on 94 acres in Holmdel, NJ. It is owned + operated by the Casola Family, 6th generation farmers who decided to diversify into vineyards + wine making for future generations. Historic Longstreet Farm 939 Holmdel Road, Holmdel, N.J. Visit their website here Free weekend activities here The sights, sounds + smells of rural Monmouth County in the 1890s have been recreated on 9 acres at Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel Park, Holmdel. Interpreters in period dress show both daily + seasonal agricultural + domestic activities. Longstreet Farm is open daily year round from 10am - 4pm. Visitors may enter at their leisure, free of charge. From Memorial Day through Labor Day the farm is open 9am - 5 pm. Pets are not allowed within the farm. Longstreet Farm’s mission is to promote an appreciation for Monmouth County farm life at the end of the 19th century, preserving historic structures + practices through interpretive programs + tours. Livestock are an important component of this mission. The farm’s livestock are raised + cared for just as they were in the past, to meet the labor, food + material needs of the farm. Mules + horses help plow the fields + harvest crops; dairy cows, chickens +pigs provide food to eat + sheep are raised for meat + wool. Howell Things To Do: Yoga Barn N.J. 134 Maxim Road, Howell, N.J. Visit their website here In a unique converted barn space overlooking acres of land, Yoga Barn N.J. hosts a variety of classes, retreats + events. Yoga Barn offers private + semi-private classes in styles such trapeze, acro, partner, restorative, or beginner. Whether you're looking to further your practice or host a special event, Yoga Barn is here to help your ideas come alive! Yoga | Events | Retreats | Sound Healing | Meditation | Private + Group Sessions Health Coaching | Reiki Healing Howell Living History Farm 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville, N.J. 08530 Visit their website here A visit to Howell Living History Farm brings you back to the year 1900: horses + buggies traveled the roads of Pleasant Valley + fields were bordered by snake fences + Osage orange hedgerows. It was a pivotal time in U.S. history + saw the beginnings of exciting new technology that would challenge the power of the workhorse + the skills of craftsmen across the nation. Howell Farm offers people of all ages, backgrounds + interests the chance to learn about their rural history + heritage by rolling up their sleeves for hands-on activities, meeting interpreters in historic costume + embarking on tours through a farm that's really working year-round. Depending on the season, you can see + help farmers as they plant + harvest crops, care for animals, build fences + raise barns, or do the cooking + chores that keep the farm running smoothly every day. Ice harvesting, maple sugaring, sheep shearing + threshing are just a few of the activities you will find...and if you happen by on the right day, there might even be a hayride, music, dancing, or homemade ice cream in the mix. Stop by on a Saturday if you can – that's when most of the neighbors do! JERSEY CITY Food: Salt + Seed 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City, N.J. Visit their website Conscious Vegan, Vegetarian + Plant Based Eatery. They say "variety is the spice of life" + I couldn't agree more. Above is Salt + Seed's Vegan + Gluten Free original S+S Chocolate Cake, Rosemary Coffee Chocolate Chip Cake, Plain Cheesecake + Strawberry Cheesecake. And that's just the tip of the iceberg as far as their menu is concerned! LITTLE SILVER Food: Turning Point of Little Silver 496 Prospect Avenue, Little Silver, N.J. They have many locations: Visit their website here Daytime cafe (open: 7:30am - 3:00pm daily) serving breakfast, sandwiches, tea + coffee drinks in stylish surroundings. I love their cold pressed juices like: "Kale To The King," "Just Beet It," "Walk On The Beach" and "Flight of The Juices"(where you can try them all). I'm also a big fan of their "I Can't Believe They're Vegan" Pancakes! LINCROFT Things To Do: Thompson Park 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, N.J. Visit the website here Great for biking! Nice wide trails, several to choose from and great scenery! Thompson Park has opportunities for varied recreational interests including 14 miles of multiple-use trails (4.9 miles paved), a playground, a fishing lake for canoes/kayaks + electric-powered boats, a seasonal group picnic facility, Creative Arts Center, and off-leash dog area. The park also features tennis courts, two of which are also lined for pickleball. These courts are open daily on a first-come, first-served basis. A field is available for rental for rugby games only. Find out more about this and other athletic facility rentals in the Park System. Sunnyside Equestrian Center 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, N.J. Visit the website here The Sunnyside Equestrian Center is the home of the Park System’s Equestrian Division. This division provides fundamental equestrian experiences for people of all abilities, with an emphasis on offering the benefits of therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with physical + cognitive disabilities, helping them to develop to their full potential. LONG BEACH ISLAND Food: Living On The Veg 2613 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Island, N.J. Visit their website here. Note: The L.B.I. location closes at the end of Summer & reopens in the Spring. Their Manahawkin location is open year round. A warm, low-key vegetarian cafe with outdoor tables serving vegan deli wraps + sandwiches alongside fresh juices. Living On The Veg is one of the best vegetarian eateries in the city, + a must-go place for a cruelty-free + healthy meal. Aside from having delicious treats for breakfast, such as avocado toasts + scrambled wraps, this deli + juice bar also serves a variety of sandwiches, salads + deli classics. Not to mention their burritos + smoothies, which will surely give you an extra dose of energy at any time of the day! Facebook | Instagram LONG BRANCH Food: The Juice Theory 87 Brighton Avenue, Long Branch, N.J. (also located in Brooklyn, NY) Visit their website here 100% Organic, Vegan, Kosher + Made Fresh Daily There are so many great selections, from their Vegan Caesar Salad to the Me So Zen Salad (kale, brussel sprouts, cabbage, roasted chickpeas, avocado, glazed tempeh with sesame miso dressing). I also love their "Really Good Veggie Burger Sandwich" (homemade mushroom burger, pickled onions, lettuce, tomato, avocado, spicy mayo served on Ezekiel bread) + the Burrito Light (arugula, jicama, quinoa, black beans, spicy tempeh, roasted corn, avocado, sweet jalapeno). The Herd Juicery 80 Brighton Avenue, Long Branch, N.J. Visit their website here Organic, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Plant Based restaurant, using high quality superfoods and fresh organic produce that is rich in taste + nutrients. The staff is always available to discuss any health concerns or to give some nutritional advice. I also love their informative Blog as well! Fresh Pressed Juices | Cold Pressed Lemonades | Superfood Smoothies | Superfood Lattes | Smoothie Bowls | Salads | Sandwiches | Buddha Bowls | Toasts | Soups | Shots | Grab 'n Go Playa Bowls 88 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, N.J. (also located in Belmar, Red Bank & many more ) Visit their website here Playa Bowls is your slice of summer, anytime. Using the freshest, highest quality ingredients, they serve healthy, delicious açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls + smoothies with sustainability + community in mind. Trama's Trattoria 115 Brighton Avenue, Long Branch, N.J. Visit their website here Organic, Vegan, Made Fresh Daily, Kosher Chef Trama has a strong following with food + wine aficionados due to his fierce commitment to quality, consistency + attention to detail. Chef Trama uses the highest-quality local, farm to table ingredients according to the seasons when they are at their optimum taste. Chef Trama is a native New Yorker. From his earliest days helping out at his parent’s eatery + cooking with his grandparents, he has always had a passion for food + cooking. He began his professional culinary career behind the line at the River Café in Brooklyn under the tutelage of Charlie Palmer, the James Beard award-winning chef. River Café known for launching many world-class chefs has been referred to as the “Harvard Business School of Culinary Arts” by the New York Times. Chef Trama went on to work with the renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, founder of the Myriad Restaurant Group, which includes Nobu, Della Femina, Batard + Tribeca Grill. Things To Do: Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park 221 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740 Oceanfront Park - In the summer, this 38-acre beach park is a great place to swim, sun + surf. In the off-season, a nice place for quiet walks. Everything needed to enjoy a day at the beach is readily available during the summer months: snack bar, sheltered eating areas, volleyball area, outdoor showers + changing areas, guarded swimming, designated areas for surfing. Read more here. Tony’s Place - named in honor of former Board of Recreation Commissioners Vice-Chairman Dr. Anthony Musella, is a universally accessible playground. It is the second joint venture playground project of the Park System, Challenged Youth Sports (based in Middletown) + Friends of the Parks. "Summer Fun at Tony's Place" is a program that provides free access to the playground during the summer for children with special needs + their accompanying families. Read more here. The Skateplex - Located off Atlantic Avenue at the north end of Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park, the Skateplex is designed to allow skaters to move seamlessly through its features. The Skateplex is open year-round, 8 a.m. to dusk + use is subject to weather/safety conditions. Admission to the Skateplex is free all year. Read more here. The Park System offers skateboarding lessons + one-day clinics at the Skateplex during the warmer months. Any upcoming classes will be list under Kids & Teen Sports & Fitness offerings on this registration page. MANASQUAN Things To Do: Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway - 5.4 miles rail trail in New Jersey between Manasquan + Allaire State Park. The trail was constructed on a former roadbed of the Farmingdale + Squan Village Railroad + the Freehold + Jamesburg Agricultural Railroad. MIDDLETOWN Things To Do: Deep Cut Gardens 152 Red Hill Road, Middletown, NJ 07748 Visit the website here Deep Cut Gardens is dedicated to the home gardener. The 54 acres of gardens + greenhouses are planned as a living catalog of cultivated + native plant materials to be observed through the seasons. The renovated Parterre features 52 varieties of roses with over 180 bushes. Please be aware that pets are not permitted at Deep Cut Gardens. Discover new ways to improve your home garden by taking a walking tour of the park, ask the staff horticultural questions, or visit the reference library. Garden programs + classes are also offered. Huber Woods Park 25 Browns Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760 Visit the website here Nestled on a hill overlooking the Navesink River, the park was established in 1974 with a 118-acre gift of land from the Huber Family + the J.M. Huber Corporation. Huber Woods Park has grown to 381 acres of permanently preserved open space. Besides forests + meadows, the site also features over 8 miles of multi-use trails + an Environmental Center. A visit to Huber Woods Park is the perfect opportunity to appreciate the facets of nature that are often taken for granted. While there, take a moment amid the scenic beauty + panoramic views to observe small things - sounds, smells, light + shadow, subtle hints of seasonal change. Relax in a meadow or take a walk along a wooded trail. Each experience will enhance your appreciation of the fascinating natural world around you. Tatum Park 151 Red Hill Road (or) 144 Holland Road, Middletown, NJ 07748 Visit the website here 366 acres of rolling hills, open fields + bird-filled woods, as well as two Activity Centers, a playground + miles of scenic trails, for area residents to enjoy. The park is named for the Tatum family, who donated 73 acres of property to the county in 1973. In 1981, a special wing funded by the Heath family of Middletown was built to honor Mary + Clinton Heath. In 1885, Clinton Heath, a freed slave from North Carolina, settled in Middletown. The Heath family was part of the migration of African Americans northward after the Civil War. The wing features a permanent display of memorabilia from the county’s early black community. Walkers, runners, bicyclists + equestrians can watch the colors change each season on winding paths through stands of tulip trees + red + chestnut oaks. Or, enjoy the quiet landscape on trails through beautiful fields + meadows. Cyclists + equestrians are restricted to the west side of the service road. Old farm roads at the southwest end of the park are great for mountain bicycles. Enter from Red Hill Road or Holland Road. (6.3 miles of trails) MONMOUTH COUNTY Events For Persons with Intellectual + Developmental Disabilities & Their Families The Arc of Monmouth County The Arc of Monmouth’s mission is to improve the lives of persons with intellectual + developmental disabilities + their families through advocacy, services + supports, collaboration with community partners + community education. TAOMC provides life-changing services such as family supports, residential + independent living options, recreational opportunities, adult day programs + a college program affiliated with Brookdale Community College. The Arc's Calendar of Events The Arc's Calendar of Recreation Catering: Grazing Tables + More by Gracie's Kitchen Simple, seasonal + beautifully presented Grazing Tables / Charcuterie Boards / To-Go Boxes. Visit Grazing Tables + More website here POINT PLEASANT Food: Fresh Kitchen 2621 Bridge Avenue Point Pleasant, N.J. Visit their website here Their menu has been designed specifically to give you the maximum amount of nutrition along with an unbelievable amount of flavor + aroma. Fresh Kitchen does not use any salt or refined sugars. They use only Non-GMO ancient grains, all of their lettuce + herbs are organic + hydroponic, all their vegetables are from local farms (except avocado, there are no Jersey avocados) + all their meats are are organic, grass fed, cruelty free with no antibiotics. Read more about the healthy ingredients that Fresh Kitchen uses here. PORT MONMOUTH Things To Do: Bayshore Waterfront Park 719 Port Monmouth Road, Port Monmouth, NJ 07758 Visit the website here Located next to Monmouth Cove Marina, preserves a thriving coastal landscape on Sandy Hook Bay. Enjoy the maritime shrublands, tidal creeks, salt marshes, dunes, mile of beach + scenic views across the water. The park offers a fishing pier, access to Raritan Bay + beautiful views of the NY skyline. The Park System continues to add to this site's 229 acres in the Bayshore area. This park is also home of the Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center (Seabrook-Wilson House), one of the oldest surviving houses in the region. This large frame building, dating back to the early 1700's, was constructed in several phases over the course of two hundred years. PRINCETON Food: Hoagie Haven - When I asked on Twitter what are some of your favorite spots in New Jersey, actor, Jon Tenney (True Detective, Scandal, The Closer, The Newsroom) who was born in Princeton answered: RED BANK Red Bank is an all-season destination to residents + visitors who look to retreat to the New Jersey coastline for relaxation without compromising their craving for culture. The town's rich historical roots, combined with world-class shopping, outdoor fairs + festivals, are just some of the reasons families + friends journey to the riverside town. Traditional + contemporary art galleries, award-winning theaters + performing arts venues, gourmet + casual dining, luxury boutique hotels + pristine landscapes exemplify why residents + visitors, near + far, choose Red Bank. Food: JBJ Soul Kitchen 207 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Community dining with dignity. Diners pay a donation to eat an American meal at Jon Bon Jovi's community restaurant. Your support makes it possible for JBJ Soul Kitchen to continue their mission of addressing issues surrounding food insecurity. All are welcome at JBJ Soul Kitchen where locally sourced ingredients, dignity + respect is always on the menu. About + FAQs | Menu | Events | Get Involved + Volunteer | Shop | Donate No Limits Cafe 418 Route 35, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here Visit their Instagram here No Limits Cafe is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization + lunch cafe that employs 34 adults with intellectual disabilities. Stephanie + Mark Cartier opened the cafe in 2020 as a way to empower adults with intellectual disabilities by providing job training to help them lead fulfilling lives within the community + to increase awareness of their potential. Whether you come in for lunch or a private event, or you have No Limits Cafe cater your office or event, the food is great + the service is impeccable! The cafe relies 100% on support from it's patrons. Be sure to stop by for lunch + help spread the word that they offer catering for: offices, sales reps, business meetings, parties + events! Oh, and they have a food truck too! Cé La Vi 16 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Crepes! A charming , chandelier lit locale featuring sweet + savory crêpes, Belgian waffles, espresso + more! KITCH Organic 75 Leighton Avenue, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here New Jersey's own Organic + 100% Gluten Free dedicated establishment! A rustic-chic nook with homemade, gluten free fare for breakfast + lunch + creative juices + smoothies! Central Jersey Native, Joe Durso’s love for food + working with the best ingredients stems from his belief that food is the most common bond in life, no matter who you are, food is something that fuels us all. His vision for KITCH Organic is to provide not only a place to eat, but a place where people leave feeling energized + rejuvenated by the nourishment that his talented Chefs have created for anyone to enjoy. Good Karma Cafe 17 East Front Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Offers smoothies + a range of vegan + vegetarian dishes, such as pad Thai + pizza, in modest digs. Good Karma Café uses only the finest ingredients + guarantee that they are at least 90% organic. You can be sure that all of their staples, including vegetables, grains, beans, tofu, tempeh + nuts, are free of pesticides + are not irradiated. Whenever possible Good Karma uses local + fair trade products. Good Life Organic Kitchen 60 Broad Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Check out the menu here. Any craving can be satisfied with high-quality, non-GMO + organic food + drink at Good Life Organic Kitchen. High school sweethearts, Melvin + Anita Pierce have staked a claim in downtown Red Bank with their first-ever business venture + I'm so glad they did! Anita + Melvin, who started dating before they graduated Red Bank Regional High in 2003, have opened a Good Life Organic Kitchen franchise at 60 Broad Street. There is an outdoor seating area that’s inset into the structure + protected from the elements – perfect for enjoying a kombucha + beet-and-quinoa burger on a nice day. They serve juices, smoothies, protein bowls, local Greek yogurt parfaits, baked oatmeal, seasonal soups, sandwiches, salads + other plant based options. G.L.O. follows sustainable practices with eco-friendly disposables + composting + by serving the most nutrient-dense food + drink options for a feeling of vitality. G.L.O. makes it their priority to find the healthiest ingredients from the best sources. That means they strive to source as close to 100% organic as possible while emphasizing support of small, local farms + vendors. All of their produce scraps are composted for future use. At G.L.O., their primary focus is making an impact on the health of the local community. Playa Bowls 14 West Front Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here Playa Bowls is your slice of summer, anytime. Using the freshest, highest quality ingredients, Playa Bowls serve healthy, delicious açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls + smoothies with sustainability + community in mind. JJ Delicacies 21 West Front Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. At JJ Delicacies, you can find the best dessert in Red Bank! They use fresh, high-quality ingredients in everything they make. Try the most popular items on their menu: ice cream roll, bubble milk tea + chef bowl. You can also build your own poke bowl! Win Li, owner of JJ Delicacies, was drawn to Red Bank’s picturesque downtown + affectionately named the establishment after her daughter, JJ. This family-friendly eatery has something for everyone! Bombay River 90 Broad Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here Drawing from more than 30 years of combined experience, the chef a+ owner team at Bombay River is delighted to be serving their twist on modern Indian cuisine which celebrates the flavors of the Far East. Sam Jain, owner of Bombay River, is thrilled to offer a menu that artfully blends Indian cooking, health-conscious cuisine + fine dining at the 90 Broad Street location. Juanito's Restaurant 159 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Juanito's is a friendly + traditional Mexican restaurant. Owner, Juan Torres, hails from San Diego, Jalisco + since 1995, Juan has been serving the most delicious plates cooked based on his family recipes. Juanito's Restaurant offers an array of flavors to satisfy your Mexican food cravings, from a quick bite to a more hearty combination platter. Choose from their many options + 7 different salsas that will delight your senses. This is a BYOB restaurant so bring your favorite drink + enjoy a little piece of Jalisco in the heart of New Jersey! Juanito's also has a grocery store located nearby at 197 Shrewsbury Avenue + Juanito's Bakery located at 186 Monmouth Street. More Restaurants in Red Bank: American Cuisine: 26 West: On The Navesink / The Bistro / Char Steakhouse / Molly Pitcher Inn / Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel / The Robinson Ale House / Semolina / Red Bank Diner / Shapiro's New York Delicatessen / Toast City Diner / Elsie's Sub Shop Asian Cuisine: Ban Khun Restaurant / Muang Thai / Teak / Temple Gourmet Chinese / Yumi / Oriental Empire Irish Cuisine: The Dublin House Restaurant & Pub Italian Cuisine: Birravino / Buona Sera / La Pastaria / Monticello / Neapoli / Patrizia's / Pazzo MMX / Urban Coalhouse Pizza & Bar / Mr. Pizza Slice (I've spotted Bruce Springsteen here!) Lebanese Cuisine: Zaitooni Deli Mexican Cuisine: Surf Taco / Linares Grocery & Mexican Food / Tacoholics Pub Grub: Red Rock Tap & Grill Seafood: Catch 19 / The Boondocks Fishery Specialty: The Cheese Cave / Antoinette Boulangerie / Chocolate Works / Coney Waffle Ice Cream & Sweet Shop / Cupcake Magician / Lady K's Bake Shop / Red Bank Chocolate Shoppe / Strollo's Lighthouse Coffee: Coffee Corral (coffee, espresso, organic teas, smoothies, superfood lattes, egg + no egg sandwiches, waffles, toast, pastries + snacks) Shopping: JUNE + JOY 2 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Twin sisters, June + Joy came all the way from Tanzania to live in the United States + share their passion. They are excited to share their designs + creations which focus on simple, classy, modern, unique + elegant styles. Their products have a dose of African inspirations + influences from around the world. All of the bags, bracelets + accessories are handcrafted + handmade by the dynamic duo! FORGE 50 English Plaza, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Purveyors of handcrafted goods, FORGE aka Alex Montaperto (owner) has curated a wonderful selection of goods ranging from modern home décor + ceramics to jewelry + beauty products, all produced by independent artisans + craftspeople using traditional + sustainable processes to create enduring products. In today's world of mass-produced goods, FORGE strives to bring a sense of origin + purpose to the everyday objects in our lives. FORGE has paired their values + beliefs with an appreciation for design, function + craftsmanship to curate a collection of home + lifestyle products that keep small studios working, help independent craftspeople earn a fair wage for their skilled practices + minimize the environmental impacts of production. Jay and Silent Bob's Secret Stash Comic Book Shop 65 Broad Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here Jay + Silent Bob's Secret Stash (sometimes shortened to simply The Stash) is a comic book store owned by filmmaker Kevin Smith + named after the fictional duo portrayed by Smith + Jason Mewes in Smith's View Askewniverse films. Merchandise includes comic books, comic-related merchandise + View Askew film-related items (e.g., apparel, action figures, posters, etc.). The store is the setting for the reality television show Comic Book Men + where the podcasts Tell 'Em Steve-Dave! + I Sell Comics are recorded, as well as select episodes of SModcast + Highlands: A Peephole History. Jay + Silent Bob's Secret Stash attracts not only the typical local customers, but also those from other states, countries + continents! Kevin Smith had his production designer on Chasing Amy + Dogma help design the store's appearance + filled it with every prop + artwork possible from Smith's films, such as the Bluntman + Chronic pages from Chasing Amy that had been drawn by Matt Brundage + Mike Allred + the Buddy Christ statue from Dogma. Things To Do: Two River Theater 21 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Two River Theater produces great theater created by award-winning artists. Visit their state-of-the-art facility for a wide range of classics, new plays, comedians, music concerts + musicals! Easily accessible by car, train or bus, tickets start at just $20. I surprised my family with tickets to see comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, television host + winner of two Peabody Awards, Hasan Minhaj (The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj) here + it is truly an amazing venue. There are also a great selection of of restaurants within walking distance like: Triumph Brewing Company, Danny's of Red Bank, Siam Paradise (authentic Thai), The Melting Pot (fondue) + The Greek Spot. The Basie (Count Basie Center for the Arts) 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre - calendar here. The Vogel - calendar here. Concerts On The Green - calendar here. Basie Center Cinemas - calendar here. DETOUR Gallery 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Other art galleries in Red Bank include: Beacon Fine Arts, Chetkin Gallery and The Art Alliance. Yestercades 80 Broad Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Yestercades is a retro gaming venue in a colorful space with a nostalgic vibe, focusing on the "Golden Era of Video Games" featuring arcade classics like Donkey Kong, Frogger + PacMan. Yestercades is available for private parties. Other fun things to do in Red Bank include: Try a mystery solving experience at Trap Door Escape Room, tap into your creative side at A Time to Kiln + strap on your ice skates at the Red Bank Armory Ice Complex (hockey + ice skating). The Red Bank Armory is a former armory that has been converted to an ice rink. The armory was built in 1914 for Troop B of the National Guard's Red Bank Cavalry + featured an equestrian riding hall. By the 1950s, it was used to store old tanks. Enjoy spectacular signature events like the: Galleria Farmer's Market which runs every Sunday (Mother's Day through Mid-November) from 9am - 2pm. The Galleria Red Bank Farmers Market offers fresh, locally-grown produce from some of New Jersey's finest farmers + also showcases unique crafts + wonderful eateries from about 40 vendors. Red Bank's famed Antique District beckons to those who love all things with a patina of time. If you're looking for luxury antiques Stillwell House Fine Arts & Antiques may be the place for you. If you prefer an antique mall setting, be sure to visit Monmouth Street Emporium or the three buildings of the Red Bank Antique Center. Health + Wellness: Floatopia Spa 269 NJ-35, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Floatopia is a sensory deprivation healing space for your physical body, mental + emotional health + spiritual growth. Each of Floatopia Spa's unique float rooms contains a tub filled with warm water, hundreds of pounds of Epsom salt + total silence. There is nothing holding you down. The sensation is likened to floating in outer space. There is no gravity. You are nowhere + there is nowhere to be. Just to be with yourself here + now. Studies performed in the United States + Sweden indicate that floatation therapy delivers wide-ranging benefits including significant reductions in not only stress, but also chronic pain, swelling, headaches, depression + insomnia, all while lowering blood pressure + improving skin. Doctors, athletes + float enthusiasts are using Float Therapy for neurological, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, muscular, skeletal + hormonal balance. Floating brings the body back into homeostasis. When you go to the Red Bank location, tell Melinda that Nicole DeRosa sent you! ChillRx Cryotherapy 64 Broad Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. The skin senses the extreme cold during a 3 minute whole body cryotherapy session + signals the brain to go into "fight or flight" mode. The body is not in any real danger as it is only the skin that is being cooled. The brain responds to this perceived threat by triggering the following responses: Norepinephrine + endorphins are released to increase metabolism + energy. This metabolic increase can last 3 - 5 days + may become permanent with repeated cryotherapy sessions. In an effort to maintain core temperature, blood rushes to the core burning 500 to 800 calories. Calories continue to burn post-treatment as the body re-heats. Endorphin release elevates mood, reduces anxiety, relieves insomnia + can lead to healthier choices. Reduces fat deposits + cellulite by de-activating cold sensitive fat cells. Enhanced blood flow stimulates fat cell detoxification + lymphatic drainage. SERVICES Whole Body Cryotherapy / Local Cryotherapy + CryoFacial / ChillSkin / ChillBody / Infrared Sauna + Light Therapy / NormaTec Compression Therapy / GAINSWave / Drip Studio / ChillRx Acoustic Soundwave Therapy / Chill Slim Pod / Celluma LED Light Therapy / Chill Stretch Cherubini Chiropractic 140 Maple Ave. Red Bank, N.J. Dr. Liza Cherubini + Dr. Casey Cherubini Visit their website here Connectivity - Therapy & Holistic Health 211 Broad Street, Ste. 102, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here CranioSacral Therapy | Physical Therapy Intensive Programs | HAPPEE BABY© The Woodhouse Day Spa 73 Broad Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. A tranquil, transformational environment that's both memorable + healthful. From beginning to end, The Woodhouse's dedicated spa team ensures that your visit enhances your well-being. Upon entering, you're treated to a warm smile, a luxurious robe + reflexology sandals that release the day's stresses. You'll relax in their Quiet Room, where a selection of specialty, loose-leaf teas begins your journey to relaxation + rejuvenation. SPA SERVICES Facials + Skincare / Body / Hands + Feet / Specialty / Packages Cleansing Concepts Spa 2 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Vanessa Galati-Drew (owner of Cleansing Concepts Spa) turned to holistic natural medicine when she almost died after conventional methods failed to help her with her digestive issues + a misdiagnosed ruptured appendix. After exploring many different options, Vanessa discovered colon cleansing, a gentle internal bath that aids the body in the detoxification process. Cleansing helped her to heal + she has dedicated her life to helping others rebuild their health + well-being. Vanessa has been helping people improve their quality of life through detoxification for 10 years. Her focus has been on the significant health benefits of detoxification through colon cleansing, ion therapy, infrared sauna therapy + living clay therapy. She’s learned that you can truly experience life-changing results that far supersede the temporary effects of laxative teas or over the counter detox programs. Vanessa is a Certified Colon Hygienist (CCH) + Licensed Esthetician, Vice President of the Association of Colon Hygienists, a national organization + an active board member of IACH International Association of Colon Hygienists + has been practicing since 1995. SPA SERVICES 3 Weeks 'til Wedding Detox / Bio-Electric Lymph Drainage / Clay Products / Chi Machine Colon Cleansing / Ear Candling / FIT Body Wrap / Infrared Sauna / Ionic Foot Detox / Lipo-Light / Wellness Cocoon / Ozone Steam Sauna Giving Back + Donating + Volunteering Lunch Break 121 Drs James Parker Blvd., Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here In 1983, Norma Todd + the founding members of Lunch Break had a vision of a caring community, one in which its members are looked after, fed + nurtured in soul + body. Working to alleviate hunger for underemployed people struggling to make ends meet, Lunch Break began offering individuals + families the assistance they needed for today, with the hope for a better tomorrow. Since then, Lunch Break have evolved into much more than a place for a hot lunch + a food pantry, improving on Lunch Breaks' legacy. Decades later, Lunch Break continues to provide life’s basic necessities of food, clothing, life skills + fellowship to the financially insecure individuals + families in Monmouth County + beyond. Over the years, through the support of individual donors, foundations, the corporate + business communities + a network of more than 2,000 volunteers, Lunch Break has expanded their feeding, clothing, outreach, mentoring + social service programs. Lunch Break offers hope through their Life Skills Program, a job readiness initiative that helps clients gain the skills + tools necessary for self-sustainability. It is because of YOUR generous donations, Lunch Break has been able to help our neighbors who experience poverty, hunger + isolation restoring their dignity. Giving local, stays local, helps locals. Follow Lunch Break on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. #whywebreak #givelocal JBJ Soul Kitchen 207 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, N.J. Visit their website here. Community dining with dignity. Diners pay a donation to eat an American meal at Jon Bon Jovi's community restaurant. Your support makes it possible for JBJ Soul Kitchen to continue their mission of addressing issues surrounding food insecurity. All are welcome at JBJ Soul Kitchen where locally sourced ingredients, dignity + respect is always on the menu. About + FAQs | Menu | Events | Get Involved + Volunteer | Shop | Donate RUMSON Food: Salt Creek Grille 4 Bingham Avenue, Rumson, N.J. 07760 Visit their website here Laid-back grill with burgers, steaks + other American cuisine plus a lively bar + river views. I think we eat here almost every week or weekend! The food + service is always exceptional! My Mom LOVES the Cauliflower Steak + a Salt Creek Salad on the side. My Dad is a fan of either the Fried Chicken Salad or the Cheese Burger. I'm OBSESSED with the Superfood Salad + the Seared Ahi Sandwich is delicious as well. My brother is a big fan of their Baby Back Ribs. The French Market 114 East River Road, Rumson, N.J. Visit their website here. A Parisian dream set on the streets of Rumson. This sweet little gourmet cafe + caterers sell specialty gifts, home design items, plants + flowers. The food at this French market is delicious + unique. Their extensive mouth watering menu is filled with sweet + savory "Petit Designer Crepes," + Omelettes, French, Specialty + Classic Sandwiches, Paninis, Grain Bowls, Salads, Assiette Plates, Quiches, Soup du Jour + of course, French onion soup. The setting is very French country or Farmhouse + it feels warm + cozy inside. I especially love having my meal in their greenhouse which is attached to the cafe! Be sure to save room for dessert! I can't wait to order my next birthday cake here as well! The French Market has a deliciously divine Catering Menu that you can check out here. If you’re looking to impress your guests or need a platter to bring to a party, The French Market can create large plates too, filled with the best French cheeses, meats, bread + pastries this side of the Atlantic. They also fill out their repertoire with full off-site catering including delicious 7-course meals! SANDY HOOK Things To Do: Sandy Hook has the best trails! Flat, well maintained + beautiful scenery. It’s a walking/bike trail so no car traffic to deal with. It can get crowded at peak times, but if you time it right it’s so worth it! A nice trail, but best riding close to dawn or dusk. Otherwise, it's super windy. Gateway National Recreation Area - Sandy Hook Unit - A 26,607-acre U.S. National Recreation Area in New York City + Monmouth County, New Jersey. It provides recreational opportunities that are not commonly found in a dense urban environment, including ocean swimming, bird watching, boating, hiking + camping. SEA BRIGHT Woody's 1 East Church Street, Sea Bright, N.J. (also located in Tinton Falls) Visit their website here. This is one of my most favorite spots in N.J. The beach is right behind Woody's, so you can have your fish tacos inside with the air conditioning or have them on the beach! Woody's menu is California coastal with a southwestern flare which includes their famous fish tacos, fresh seafood + exciting southwestern creations. You will always find something satisfying at Woody’s. The specialty drink menu features Woody’s signature Orange Crush, which is not to be missed! The Rum Runner 816 Ocean Avenue, Sea Bright, N.J. Visit their website here. The Rum Runner is one of our most favorite places to dine for all our special occasions. We've celebrated my parent's 47th Wedding Anniversary as well as my Dad + I's Birthdays here. For a starter, we love to share the lobster guacamole (comes with tortilla chips). I love their beet + farro salad, crispy cod or mahi tacos + their lobster roll is beyond delicious. The Rum Runner is known for its seafood, clever cocktails, in a sophisticated, light-filled setting with spectacular views, a riverfront deck, terrific cuisine + live music. Aside from its main waterview dining room it also features "South", an indoor-outdoor room with moveable doors which creates an airy ambiance along with "upscale/casual" dining. Another feature is the "Loft" on the second floor which is ideal for private parties + at a height of over thirty feet, has even more incredible views of both the Shrewsbury River + the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Of course, it would not be a Tim McLoone venture without live music + piano bar located next to a roaring fireplace. SEA GIRT Food: Fresh Kitchen 2204 Route 35 North Sea Girt, N.J. Visit their website here Their menu has been designed specifically to give you the maximum amount of nutrition along with an unbelievable amount of flavor + aroma. Fresh Kitchen does not use any salt or refined sugars. They use only non-GMO ancient grains, all of their lettuce + herbs are organic + hydroponic, all their vegetables are from local farms (except avocados, there are no Jersey avocados) + all their meats are are organic, grass fed, cruelty free with no antibiotics. Read more about the healthy ingredients that Fresh Kitchen uses here. SHREWSBURY Food: D'jeet 637 Broad Street, Shrewsbury, N.J. (The Grove at Shrewsbury) Visit their website here I'm obsessed with their Soba Noodle Salad which has pickled cabbage, spiced cashews, mango, golden raisins, avocado + citrus vinaigrette. I've tried making it at home but theirs is THE BEST! My Dad (Papa Ed) loves "The Joey" Sandwich + that includes a crispy chicken cutlet, provolone, baby arugula, tomato, pesto aioli, balsamic on seeded Italian bread. Oh + don't forget the truffle fries! My Mom (Mama Joy) before she went plant based, loved their Chicken Salad Pita Wrap which included: granny smith apples, walnuts, dried cranberries, red onion, cheddar, balsamic reduction + baby greens. For an appetizer, we love to share the Cannellini Bean Hummus which includes toasted flatbread, vegetables + olive tapenade. Greens + Grains 454 Shrewsbury Plaza, Shrewsbury, N.J. (Shrewsbury Plaza) Visit their website here Plant Based Food for Everyone! Cold Pressed Juices + Smoothie Bowls + Smoothies + Grains + Wraps & Sandwiches + Greens + Salads + In A Cup + Paninis + Pitas + Snack Pitas + Desserts Ocean Cafe 441 Broad Street, Shrewsbury, N.J. Visit their website here. Breezy American eatery preparing health-conscious fare such as soups, summer rolls + sandwiches. TINTON FALLS Food: Woody's 1202 Sycamore Avenue, Tinton Falls, N.J. (also located in Sea Bright) Visit their website here. Woody's menu is California coastal with a southwestern flare which includes their famous fish tacos, fresh seafood + exciting southwestern creations. You will always find something satisfying at Woody’s. The specialty drink menu features Woody’s signature Orange Crush–which is not to be missed! Things To Do: Fort Monmouth Recreation Area 2566 Guam Lane, Tinton Falls, N.J. Visit their website here This Fort Monmouth Recreation Center is a 21,000 square foot building that is the Park System's first ever indoor recreation facility. Perfect for an array of programs including arts + crafts, sports, exercise classes + special events, the Rec Center offers a wide variety of amenities including classrooms, gymnasium + a game room. Learn more about all the exciting offerings which include: Open Gym + Pickleball, Basketball in a climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The lobby table games include, air hockey + ping pong! Fort Monmouth Recreation Center also includes an outdoor public swimming pool! Season + monthly passes will be available for purchase as well as daily drop-in passes. Early Bird Workout - Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 9am. Get in some early morning exercise with their lap lanes! Monthly schedules will be posted on the Fort Monmouth Recreation Area here. TOMS RIVER Food: Ocean Organics 570 Fischer Blvd. Toms River, N.J. Visit their website here Organic | Non GMO | Soy Free | Plant Based | Vegan | Whole Food A ​Family Owned + Operated Mom + Pop Shop Since 2013. 100% Certified Organic Plant Based Wellness Cafe. Organic Cold Pressed Juices, Smoothies, Smoothie Bowls, Locally Roasted Coffees, Herbal Tea Apothecary + Whole Food Menu. Certified Vegan Nutritionist, Naturopath, Holistic Remedies + Master Herbalist WALL Things To Do: Shark River Park 1101 Schoolhouse Road, Wall, NJ 07753 Visit the website here Take in some fresh air + the beauty of nature while picnicking in Shark River Park. The Park System's first park, opened in 1961, occupies 991 acres on either side of the Shark River in Neptune + Wall Townships + Tinton Falls. Its waterways, sandy hills, forests + ponds attract anglers + hikers in the summer + cross country skiers + ice skaters in the winter. Children can enjoy climbing, swinging + sliding on the playground year round. WEST BERLIN Things To Do: Diggerland U.S.A. America's ONLY Construction Theme + Water Park Drive + Ride + Soak + Slide 100 Pinedge Drive West Berlin, N.J. 08091 Visit their website here MORE RESOURCES FOR THINGS TO DO IN NEW JERSEY Mommy Poppins - Things To Do With Kids all around New Jersey, includes a Calendar of Events + much more! Great Amusement Parks for Preschoolers and Toddlers by Mommy Poppins Best N.J. Swimming Pools with Day Passes for Families and Kids by Mommy Poppins National Rails to Trails Conservancy website shows recreational paths/trails (some with asphalt, some with stone) in NJ. Visit New Jersey - Shore Region - Things to do, Places to stay, Cities + Regions, Beaches, Events + Trip Ideas.

In my previous post, I shared all the benefits of matcha and as promised, below I'm sharing 15 mouth watering food + drink recipes using matcha courtesy of my partners at OWL Venice! 3 Step Classic Matcha Mix ½ tsp. of OWL Venice Matcha with 1 shot of filtered water (hot or cold) Note: if you use hot, do not boil! Whisk, shake, or blend until smooth. Whisk well in zig-zag patterns until matcha is dissolved. I love my OWL Venice bamboo tea whisk which works best for this. Add shot to hot water for tea, milk (I like cashew milk) for a latte, or blend into smoothies. Optional: I like to add a dash of maple syrup as well! (Contains 36 mg of caffeine per serving + 3.9 mg of theanine per serving) Everyday Iced Matcha INGREDIENTS OWL Venice Matcha Cinnamon (a few dashes) Hot Filtered Water (1 ounce) Maple Syrup Vanilla Extract Ice Milk (I typically use 3 Trees: Vanilla Almond Milk) INSTRUCTIONS Add OWL Venice Matcha to glass. Sprinkle in a few dashes of Cinnamon. Pour in 1 ounce of Hot Water (do not boil) + whisk well in zig-zag patterns until matcha is dissolved. Add a splash of Agave or Maple Syrup. Add in a splash of Vanilla Extract + whisk again. Add in LOTS of Ice. Fill will Milk of your choice + enjoy! Blueberry Iced Matcha Latte Prep Time: 10 minutes  |  Total Time: 4 hours (for freezing)  |  Servings: 2 Lattes With homemade wild blueberry compote, cashew milk + green tea matcha ice cubes. Recipe by: Claire Sporck CYCLE Syncing Your lifestyle + menstrual cycle go hand in hand. Cycle syncing emphasizes working with, not against, the menstrual cycle. Prioritizing a healthy gut is a great place to start when considering cycle syncing. Try this recipe for a Blueberry Iced Matcha Latte that is perfect to drink during your menstrual phase. INGREDIENTS 1 ½ cashew milk 1 ½ cups of filtered water 1 Tbsp OWL Matcha Powder 1 cup wild blueberries 1 Tbsp coconut sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ lemon juice INSTRUCTIONS Add tablespoon of matcha to a glass or bowl + pour in filtered water. Whisk together with an electric whisk until all are combined. Pour the matcha mixture + cashew milk into an ice tray. Save ½ cup of each + set aside for later. Freeze matcha + cashew milk ice cubes for 4 hours. Make the blueberry compote by adding the wild blueberries, coconut sugar, sea salt, vanilla + lemon juice to a bowl. Mash together until you create a well combined compote. Take the ice cubes out of the freezer, Add blueberry compote to matcha glasses. Add in the ice cubes. Pour in additional cashew milk + top with the rest of the matcha. Don't forget to swirl before sipping! Matcha Tonic Soak the whisk for 30 min in hot water (to make bristles more elastic) Whisk OWL Matcha + hot water together. Let it chill then pour over ice. Add tonic water. Add a splash of lemon. Stir + enjoy! Holiday Matcha INGREDIENTS Ice 2 ounces hot water OWL Matcha Powder 1 pump Peppermint Syrup MALK Holiday Nog Whisk or Frother INSTRUCTIONS Add OWL Matcha into your glass. Add 2 ounces of hot water. Add 1 pump of Peppermint Syrup. Whisk or Froth Pour in 1/2 a cup of MALK Holiday Nog 6. Add tons of ice + enjoy! Cashew Butter Matcha Balls Total Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 12 balls With cashew butter, almond flour, honey, green tea matcha powder + rolled in crushed pistachios. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS 2 cups almond flour ½ cup creamy cashew butter ⅓ cup honey (optional) 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp OWL Matcha Powder ½ tsp sea salt ½ cup raw pistachios INSTRUCTIONS In a food processor: add in the almond flour, cashew butter, honey, matcha, vanilla extract + sea salt. Blend until it creates a dough. Crush your pistachios with a knife until they are in small pieces. Roll the matcha dough into little balls using your hands. These should be 1.5 inches in diameter. Roll the matcha balls in the pistachios until they are well coated. Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat! Matcha Crinkle Cookies Total Time: 30 minutes (+ 1 hour chill time) | Servings: 12 With gluten-free flour, coconut sugar, ghee, matcha powder + a dusting of powdered sugar. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS 2 cups Gluten Free All-Purpose Flour 1 ½ tbsp OWL Matcha Powder 1½ tsp. Baking Powder 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton Kosher Salt 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract 2 Large Eggs ½ cup Ghee (room temperature) 1 cup Coconut Sugar ½ cup Powdered Monk Fruit Sugar (optional: regular powdered sugar) INSTRUCTIONS Whisk together the flour, matcha, baking powder + sea salt in a large bowl. Set aside. In another bowl beat together the coconut sugar + ghee until light + fluffy. Crack in the eggs + continue beating + pour in the vanilla extract. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the other bowl + beat until the dough is formed. Place in the fridge for 1 hour to chill. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Add the powdered sugar to a small bowl. Form small balls (about 2 tbsp of dough) + roll out with the palms of your hands. Coat each cookie dough ball with the powdered sugar. Line them on a baking sheet with parchment paper. Sprinkle with additional matcha. Bake for 10 - 12 minutes. Serve warm. Matcha Christmas Tree + Star Cookies Prep Time: 45 minutes | Bake Time: 5-6 minutes | Makes: 5-6 trees or 20-25 star cookies. The best thing about these cookies is they are made from the cleanest ingredients + are gluten-free + refined sugar-free! Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS 2 cups Oat Flour + ½ cup for rolling out dough 3/4 cups Almond Flour 1/2 cup Coconut Sugar 1/2 cup Ghee 1/4 tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Almond Extract 1 tsp Sea Salt 1 Egg (room temperature) 2 tbsp OWL Venice Matcha Powder ¼ cup Shredded Coconut MONK FRUIT ICING 2 cups Powdered Monk Fruit 1 tbsp Ghee 3 tbsp Almond Milk INSTRUCTIONS In a large mixing bowl whisk together egg, coconut sugar, almond extract + ghee for 20 seconds. In a smaller bowl combine dry ingredients by sifting together oat flour, almond flour, baking soda, sea salt + matcha powder. Add the dry ingredients to the wet until all combined. Mix together with hands! Let sit in the fridge for 1/2 an hour. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees + prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a flat surface lay out some parchment paper. Sprinkle some oat flour on the parchment paper + begin to roll out the dough. Whenever the dough begins to stick to the rolling pin, always add some more flour. Roll out the dough till it is about 1/4 in thick. Take the star cookie cutters (or Christmas tree cutters) + begin to cut out different sizes of the stars. You will want each stack to be about 5 stars. Repeat the process until almost all of the dough has been cut into star cookies. Add the star cookies to a baking sheet + bake for 6-8 minutes. Let cool! Make the icing by whisking together powdered sugar, almond milk + ghee. Icing should be thick + fluffy. Add the icing into a piping bag + begin to ice the sugar cookie stars once they are cool. Stack 5 stars on top of one another, putting the largest star at the bottom. Sprinkle with shredded coconut + powdered green matcha. Witch Fingers: Halloween Cookies Prep + Bake Time: 30 minutes Made with almond flour, pure maple sugar + organic matcha powder. Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free + Vegan. INGREDIENTS 2 cups Almond Flour 5 tablespoons Maple Syrup 3 tablespoons Coconut Oil (melted) 2 teaspoons OWL Venice Matcha Powder 1/4 teaspoon Peppermint Extract (optional) 1/8 teaspoon fine Sea Salt 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda 1 teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar 13 Dark Chocolate Chunks 13 Sliced Almonds (optional) INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 350ºF + line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, stir together the almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, matcha powder, peppermint, salt, baking soda + apple cider vinegar. Stir well until a sticky batter is created. Use a heaping tbsp to scoop the dough + then roll it between your hands to form a log. Press the log onto the lined baking sheet + use your fingers to gently pinch the log to form a "finger" shape. Use a knife to score some "wrinkle" lines into the finger. Press a chocolate chunk into the end of each finger. Bake the cookies at 350ºF until lightly golden around the edges, about 10 minutes. To make a witch finger, place a sliced almond over the melted chocolate chip after you remove the cookies from the oven. The chocolate will harden as it cools + will hold the almond in place. To make a monster finger leave off almond! Let the cookies cool completely before serving. Serve on a bed of coconut flakes or get creative! Matcha Pistachio Butter Smoothie Total Time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1 smoothie Blended with frozen avocado, coconut yogurt, creamy pistachio butter, pistachio milk, dates, matcha, sea salt + topped with crushed pistachios. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS ½ cup Frozen Avocado ⅓ cup Coconut Yogurt ½ cup Frozen Coconut Milk Cubes 2 Dates ½ tsp OWL Venice Matcha Powder 2 tbsp Pistachio Butter 1 cup Pistachio Milk pinch Sea Salt Toppings: Crushed Pistachios INSTRUCTIONS Add all ingredients to a blender + blend until smooth + creamy. Line the glass with a drizzle of pistachio butter. Pour in your smoothie + top with crushed pistachios + enjoy! Shout out to my friend Aubree Holmes for her love of matcha as well! Be sure to check out her Matcha Almond Cake recipe here. Golden Matcha Latte Total Time: 6 minutes | Servings: 1 latte Turmeric, ginger, black pepper, nutmeg + coconut sugar with a homemade nut milk. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS 1 tsp OWL Venice Matcha Powder ¼ cup hot water 1 tbsp coconut sugar (optional) 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 ½ cup cashew milk or coconut milk Pinch of black pepper INSTRUCTIONS Heat a kettle of water. Add the matcha powder to a bowl + pour the hot water over it, whisking with the Matcha whisk until there are no clumps. In a small pot heat the cashew milk, coconut sugar, turmeric powder + cracked pepper until warm. Pour the matcha into a large mug. Then pour the golden milk into the same mug as the matcha. Top with a dust of matcha, turmeric + crack of pepper. Grain Free Matcha Chia Porridge Total Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 2 Homemade cashew milk, raw honey, matcha powder, chia seeds, flax seeds, whipped coconut yogurt, blackberry sauce, pistachio butter + sliced pears. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups cashew milk 1/2 cup filtered hot water water 1 tsp OWL Venice Matcha Powder 1/2 tbsp ghee 3 Tbsp white chia seeds 2 tbsp ground flaxseed 1/2 cup monk fruit (optional) ¼ tsp sea salt 1 tbsp raw honey (optional) ½ cup coconut yogurt 2 Tbsp pistachio butter (optional) BLACKBERRY SAUCE 1 cup fresh blackberries 2 tbsp raw honey (optional) ½ tsp sea salt 1 tsp almond extract INSTRUCTIONS Add hot water + matcha powder to a small bowl + mix together until all of the matcha has dissolved. In a small saucepan make the homemade blackberry sauce by adding in all the ingredients. Bring the sauce to a simmer + stir occasionally. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat. In another saucepan add in all the ingredients for the chia porridge. This includes the cashew milk, matcha/water mixture, ghee, chia seeds, flax seeds, monk fruit, honey + sea salt. Let mixture thicken on medium heat. This should take about 5-6 minutes. Pour the chia porridge into small bowls, topped with blackberry sauce, coconut yogurt, pistachio butter, sea salt + pear slices. Iced Matcha with Pistachio Milk Total Time: 4 hours + 15 minutes | Servings: 1 latte + extra pistachio milk Green tea matcha powder with homemade pistachio milk made with raw pistachios, hemp seeds. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS ½ cup raw pistachios 2 dates 1 Tbsp hemp seeds Pinch sea salt 2 cups filtered water MATCHA 1 tsp OWL Venice Matcha Powder ½ Tbsp monk fruit sweetener 1 cup homemade pistachio milk INSTRUCTIONS Make the pistachio milk by adding raw pistachios, dates, hemp seeds + sea salt. Pour in water + let soak for 3-4 hours or overnight. Blend the matcha! Filter with a cheesecloth (this is optional!) I normally keep mine unfiltered. Add ice, matcha powder, monk fruit sweetener + pistachio milk to a shaker. Shake it up for 30 seconds. Pour into your favorite glass + enjoy! Matcha "Nice" Cream Shake Total Time: 5 minutes | Servings: 2 shakes Matcha green tea, bananas, hemp milk, coconut meat, vanilla bean, sea salt, collagen + vegan protein powder, topped with coconut yogurt + shaved cocoa butter. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS 2 cups frozen banana slices 1 tsp OWL Matcha Powder 1 cup frozen coconut meat 1 cup fresh spinach 1 vanilla bean ½ cup unsweetened hemp mylk 2 scoops collagen powder (optional) 2 scoops protein powder (optional) ¼ tsp sea salt ½ cup coconut yogurt 1 tbsp shaved cocoa butter INSTRUCTIONS Gather all ingredients + set aside next to the blender. Add in bananas, coconut meat, matcha powder, vanilla bean, collagen, protein powder, hemp milk + sea salt. Blend until smooth +creamy. Pour into two smoothie glasses, top with coconut yogurt + shaved cocoa butter. Matcha Waffles Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 6 Homemade matcha waffle with a grain-free flour blend topped with coconut whipped cream + dusting of matcha. Recipe by: Claire Sporck INGREDIENTS 1 tsp OWL Matcha Powder ¼ cup hot water 1 ½ cups grain-free flour blend 2 large eggs 1 tsp baking soda ¼ cup tapioca flour ½ tsp sea salt ½ cup coconut sugar 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup melted ghee (or coconut oil) Toppings: maple syrup or coconut nectar + whipped coconut cream INSTRUCTIONS In a matcha bowl, add in your matcha powder + slowly pour in the hot water. Using your matcha whisk, whisk together until the mixture is smooth. In a large mixing bowl, add in the flour, baking soda, tapioca flour + sea salt, whisk together. Then add in the wet ingredients, the two eggs, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, melted ghee, coconut sugar + matcha mixture. Stir to combine. Preheat your waffle iron + once heated pour a ladle full of batter into the center waffle iron. Cook for about 4-6 minutes + remove your waffle with chopsticks or a fork. Serve the waffles with coconut whipped cream, maple syrup + a dusting of matcha powder. Tap HERE To Shop The OWL Venice MATCHA GIFT SET Tap HERE To Shop The OWL Venice MATCHA TIN (only) Tap HERE To Shop My Everyday MATCHA ESSENTIALS Medical Disclaimer: You should always speak with a healthcare professional before taking any dietary, nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement. The information provided on this site regarding Owl Venice products, programs + supplements are provided solely as a guideline to be used when discussing a program with a healthcare professional. The claims made about specific nutrients or effects have not necessarily been evaluated by the Food + Drug Administration. Dietary supplements, cleanses + other products on this site are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. 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After my previous post, Gym Equipment + Fitness Essentials I started to pin some of my favorite home gym designs that I've come across for future reference. Below are just a few of the designs that I'm manifesting for my dream home! HOME GYM Of My Dreams pic courtesy of #pinterest HOME GYM with a View pic courtesy of #archdaily YOGA Studio Looking for morning workout motivation? How about a home yoga studio? Blush pink walls + alabaster fixtures give this space its occupants a beautiful workout glow. Interior by: @amycarmandesign Photo by: @rjhcreative #yogalove #yogastudio #homegym #interiordesign #interiordesigner #milwaukeeinteriordesigner #elkhartlakewisconsin GYM in a Box "Gym in a Box" is what Technogym + Alexander Design have envisioned for you + the place that matters most: your home. #trainwithtechnogym #technogym #gyminabox @alexanderdesginbuild @technogym LIGHTING + Visual Appeal Designed by: ONEHOUSE Architects Proper lighting in a home gym is essential for both safety + motivation. Beyond preventing accidents, good lighting enhances your workout space's visual appeal + makes you + your physique look good. Adequate illumination boosts confidence + provides a positive aesthetic environment, fostering motivation + a sense of accomplishment during exercise. Thoughtfully chosen décor enhances the overall aesthetic appeal, encouraging consistency in fitness routines by making the environment enjoyable + visually appealing. BOXING GYM Inspo. IG: @ hausofdesign.hod This bold, modern + clean design is a total knockout at the @ boxhaus_studio in Newport Beach, California. COMPACT Gym Studio Designed by: by LeQB Architects AERIAL SILK Studio The main muscles used to perform aerial silks moves are the arms, legs + abdominal area. Therefore, arm, leg, grip + core strength are greatly improved. Stamina is also strengthened as well. Certain aerial exercises can be practised to enhance the muscles. 100+ More LUXURY GYM Design Ideas

It always feels good to take the time to put together an outfit that is both cozy + comfortable. But, being warm doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. With an emphasis on layering, more pronounced textures, subdued colors + thicker fabrics, winter fashion for men is far from mundane! Sweaters will be a large contributor to your winter looks + there’s really nothing wrong with that. They’re clean, effortless garments that are warm + cozy – so what’s not to love? Chances are, you already own an article of clothing made of wool, but there’s quite a bit more than meets the eye with this peculiar fiber. Wool comes from sheep, goats, alpacas + rabbits, though sheep wool is by far the most common. The type of wool varies from the type of sheep it comes from + the properties of each vary too. Wool is animal-friendly (the sheep is unharmed if properly sheared) and environmentally sustainable. It’s very warm, hypoallergenic, odor/stain resistant + insulates when wet. In fact, wool doesn’t feel wet to the touch until it absorbs 60% of its own weight in water. Freshen up your seasonal style with some of these cold weather essentials below from New Balance, The North Face, Columbia + Sorel. NEW BALANCE Essentials Stacked Logo Sweatpant Inspired by classic NB heritage, the NB Essentials Stacked Logo Sweatpant is designed with an impressive combination of fashion + comfort. Made with French Terry fleece, these men's sweatpants have an athletic fit that leads to all-day comfort. Topped off with stacked logo branding, these classic sweatpants provide style wherever you go. To purchase, click here. THE NORTH FACE 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket (in Black) It's not easy trying to look cool while keeping warm. Luckily, there's The North Face: Retro 1996 Nuptse Jacket. Inspired by the iconic design lines of OG design, this boxy goose down puffer jacket provides a warmth that won't quit! I love that you can stow the hood in the collar when the weather permits or put the entire jacket in a pocket! To purchase, click here. Columbia 4 Pack Moisture Control Crew Socks This great Columbia sock is very soft with a cotton blend and moisture wicking fibers, it helps keep feet dry and comfortable. To purchase, click here. SOREL 1964 PAC Nylon Waterproof Boot Built with seam-sealed waterproofing & vulcanized rubber, these nylon boots are a favorite for everything from relaxing après ski to blazing a trail through the snow. Even as temps drop, the removable felt inner boot delivers warmth down to -40°F/-40°C. To purchase, click here. THE NORTH FACE Men's Etip Recycled Gloves These touchscreen-compatible fleece gloves are a favorite not just because they’re made to keep your hands in their natural relaxed position, but because you don’t have to take them off to use your phone. Four-way stretch means these soft gloves work with your hands +_ a gripper palm ensures the days of dropping your phone are over. Also available in Grey. To purchase, click here. For more Men's Winter Fashion, click HERE

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I'm so happy to be promoting brands that I truly love + that we use in our home on a regular basis. By supporting these brands, most of which are small businesses, you're voting to keep them up + running. Their sales are intentional + they are excited to offer you these savings! SO....grab that hot cocoa (or your favorite beverage), find a comfy place to sit + check out all the wonderful brands that I have consciously curated below. *Don't forget to also use the additional COUPON CODES (where applicable) at checkout that I provided for you below! OWL VENICE Coupon Code: GHXVAYZS2S10 OWL = One Whole Life Cleanse Program, Health Coaching + Skincare. OWL Venice offers chicken, turkey, beef, bison + Vegan mineral Broth Elixirs, Organic Vegan Mylk Shakes, a 4, 6, and 8 day Reset Cleanse Program to heal + seal the gut + an Organic, oil-based Skincare line. OWL also offers health coaching services with flexible sessions to fit your schedule + budget. 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