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Beyond the Threshold

Carrying Your Style into the Landscape Article by Michael Todd | Photography by The Todd Group When we think of personal style, we often picture interiors, curated furniture, lighting, color palettes, textures that feel like “us.” But increasingly, the most thoughtful design doesn’t stop at the back door. Today’s outdoor spaces are being approached with the same level of intention as interior rooms and for good reason. A well-designed landscape is not just a backdrop, but an extension of your...

Life + Culture

Dish It Out with Dina

How a Jersey girl turned Sunday dinners, family roots, and resilience into a cookbook that feeds both body and soul. Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Michael Lago For Dina Deleasa-Gonsar, food has always been more than a meal—it’s a bridge between generations, a reason to gather, and a source of comfort. Growing up in an Italian-American family in New Jersey, Sunday dinners weren’t just tradition—they were sacred. “Sunday dinner was every week for us, and it rivaled people’s...

Fitness

From Local Lessons to National Shows

Halyn Haskell’s Equestrian Ascent Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Michael Haskell For Halyn Haskell, what started as weekly riding lessons at age 11 has evolved into a rising career in competitive saddle seat riding. Haskell began at Kierson Farm in Flemington, where she joined the academy team and started competing in local shows across New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. Her dedication and natural talent soon caught the attention of trainers at Kierson Farms, who invited...

Life + Culture

Tradition Refreshed

A Night to Remember at The Grain House & The Olde Mill Inn Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Julianne Reynolds This summer, one of Basking Ridge’s most beloved destinations reintroduced itself to the community—and threw a celebration to match. On June 25, guests gathered for an unforgettable evening at The Grain House Restaurant, hosted in partnership with Garden State City Lifestyle, to mark the launch of the restaurant and inn’s exciting brand refresh and to honor their...