I found your next go-to restaurant in North Jersey I found your next go-to restaurant in North Jersey!⬇️
📍Spring House, 91 W Clinton Ave, Tenafly, NJ
Spring House is a charming restaurant and social club with Mediterranean flare, set inside a late 1700s historical building!🍝 @springhousetenafly 
Dishes Highlighted in Video:
📌Pot of Meatballs Appetizer
📌Lasagna Bolognese (Must-Order!!!)
📌Capellacci
📌Cotoletta alla Milanese (Chicken Dish)
📌Fireside Smoked S’mores
📌Profiteroles
Everything was fantastic, and I can’t wait to go back and try more of the food!😋
Happy dining, and don’t forget to follow me for more recs in and around NJ and the Northeast!
#newjerseyfood #njrestaurant #njrestaurants #njeats #njfoodie #njfood #northjersey #northjerseyeats #bergencountynj #njblogger #njthingstodo #njlife #explorenj
The Ultimate 2025 New Jersey Bucket List (100+ Thi The Ultimate 2025 New Jersey Bucket List (100+ Things to Do)😆
📌Full guide with details including timeframe and address on my blog.
Here’s some of them:
1. Skiing & Snowtubing at Mountain Creek
2. Visit a Pop-Up Ice Rink for Ice Skating
3. Go Skiing or Snowtubing at Campgaw Mountain
4. Take a Hike at Palisades Interstate Park
5. Take a Pottery Class at a Local Studio
6. Take a Winter Hike at Ramapo State Forest
7. Visit the New Jersey Botanical Garden & Skylands Manor
8. See the Cherry Blossoms at Branch Brook Park
9. See a Field of Daffodils at Reeves Reed Arboretum
10. Holland Ridge Farms U-Pick Tulips Spring Spectacular
11. See the Flowers at Frelinghuysen Arboretum
12. Go Hydrobiking on Lake Hopatcong
13. Explore Lambertville, NJ & New Hope, PA
14. Walk Across the Swinging Bridge at Stony Brook in Princeton Battlefield State Park
15. Visit the Grounds for Sculpture
16. Go Whale Watching in Cape May
17. Explore Willowwood Arboretum
18. Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden
19. See Peonies in Bloom at Peony’s Envy
20. Go Birdwatching at Cape May Point State Park
21. Climb the Cape May Lighthouse
22. Visit the Ocean City Boardwalk
23. Spend a Summer Day on Long Beach Island (LBI)
24. Go Railbiking in Cape May With Rev Rail Co
25. Visit Island Beach State Park
26. Stroll the Asbury Park & Ocean Grove Boardwalk
27. See the Roses at Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown
28. Visit the Leonard J. Buck Garden
29. Kayak at the Delaware Water Gap
30. See a Concert at the Stone Pony Summer Stage
31. Explore Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest
32. Do a Zip Tour at Mountain Creek This Summer/Fall
33. Ride the Alpine Mountain Coaster at Mountain Creek
34. Visit Jenkinson’s Aquarium & Boardwalk
35. See the Sunset Behind the Waves in NJ
36. Go Blueberry Picking at a Local Farm
37. Try Parasailing in Wildwood
38. Seek Thrill at TreEscape Aerial Adventure Park
39. Catch a Minor League Baseball Game
40. Spend an afternoon at Beach Plum Farm
41. Pick Your Own Flowers at Melick’s Town Farm
42. Visit the NJ Sunflower Trail at Von Thun Farms
43. Go Peach & Apple Picking at Melick’s Town Farm
44. Hike the Appalachian Trail Boardwalk
See my blog for the rest!✨ #njblogger #njthingstodo
The Ultimate Winter Day Trip in New Jersey!❄️🎿🏂
📍Mountain Creek Resort in Vernon, NJ @mountaincreek 
If you are looking to do a ski trip but don’t want to travel too far, consider checking out Mountain Creek Resort in North Jersey.
📌Open daily this winter
📌Full-Day Lift Tickets & Discounted Twilight Lift Tickets (start after 3 PM) can be purchased online.
📌Snowtubing is a separate activity you can get tickets for
Mountain Creek also has Waffle Cabin which is so yummy!😁🧇
I usually stick to the greens & blues, but they do have a good amount of terrain park, as well as some black diamond trails.
Happy winter, and don’t forget to follow me for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆 
#newjersey #nj #skiing #njthingstodo #northjersey #njfun #njlocal #explorenj #visitnj #njisntboring #mountaincreek #njblogger #mountaincreeknj
Winter Activity in New Jersey⬇️ 📍Hit the s Winter Activity in New Jersey⬇️
📍Hit the slopes at @mountaincreek in Vernon, NJ
I got into skiing back in 2022 and have been loving it ever since! While we usually venture more north, it’s great to know that there’s a local spot in NJ that’s perfect for a winter day trip!🎿
Mountain Creek is open daily and even offers twilight skiing, which starts at 3 PM, if you want to go after work or school on a weekday.❄️
They also offer snow tubing here, which looks so fun. And bonus points for Mountain Creek bc they have a Waffle Cabin!!🧇
Happy winter, and don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆 
#njblogger #mountaincreek #skiing #newjersey #northeastbloggers #eastcoastblogger #northjersey #njisntboring #njthingstodo #explorenj #visitnj #njisbeautiful
3 Winter Hikes in New Jersey❄️🌲🥾 1. Ram 3 Winter Hikes in New Jersey❄️🌲🥾
1. Ramapo State Forest in Oakland, NJ
📌Park at 67 Skyline Dr, Oakland, NJ
📌Hike the Ramapo Lake Spur Trail or the 3.9-mile Ramapo Lake Brook Loop trail on @alltrails 
📌Relatively easy with minimal elevation gain
2. South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, NJ
📌Park at the “Falls Parking Lot” on Google Maps
📌Short & easy 0.3-mile walk from the lot to Hemlock Falls. From the falls, you can continue on the Lenape Trail or other trails and loop back to the parking lot.
3. High Point State Park in Sussex County, NJ
📌Park at the High Point Lookout/Monument parking lot or the one by Lake Marcia
📌Hike the Moderate 3.4-mile Monument Loop Trail, which has some elevation gain and rocky terrain at points.
Remember to wear proper footwear and be safe while hiking, especially in winter conditions.
Happy exploring, and don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆
#nj #njblogger #njhiking #njoutdoors #njwinter #newjersey #northjersey #northjerseyadventures #explorenj #southmountainreservation #hemlockfalls #highpointstatepark #hikenj #visitnj #njisntboring #njisbeautiful
Hiking spot in North Jersey to check out this wint Hiking spot in North Jersey to check out this winter!❄️
📍High Point State Park in Sussex County, NJ
We hiked the Monument Loop Trail, which is easy-to-moderate with some rocky terrain at points. The trail takes you along a wooded path and has a few bridges and water features. 
I love this hike in the fall season and also enjoyed it this winter!☺️
Happy exploring, and don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast.
#njblogger #newjersey #njhiking #northjersey #highpointstatepark #nj #explorenj #visitnj #njisbeautiful #njisntboring #njoutdoors #njwinter #hiking
Check out this fantastic restaurant in North Jerse Check out this fantastic restaurant in North Jersey!🍣🥩
📍Ventanas Restaurant and Lounge in Fort Lee, NJ
@ventanasatthemodern [Hosted]
Ventanas is a modern fine dining restaurant featuring dishes with American, Asian, and Latin flair.
📌Top-Notch Service
📌Hip Ambiance
📌High-Quality & Unique Dishes
Ventanas is perfect for your next date night, special occasion, or night out with friends!🎉
I was blown away by all of the food, but the A5 Japanese Wagyu Sushi Roll really stood out!😍 Everything we ordered was clearly crafted with high-quality ingredients and love.
Definitely check out this restaurant for some great bites and vibes!
Happy dining, and don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more recommendations in and around NJ and the Northeast!☺️
#nj #newjersey #njrestaurants #newjerseyfood #njeats #njfoodie #njfood #njbites #explorenj #northjersey #northjerseyeats #bergencountynj #fortleenj #njspots
Winter hike in New Jersey to a waterfall❄️
📍South Mountain Reservation (Lenape Trail - Hemlock Falls)
This hike is relatively easy and quick to the waterfall. On Google Maps, the parking area is called “Falls Parking Lot, South Mountain Reservation”.
From the lot, it’s about a 0.3-mile hike (easy and basically no elevation gain) to Hemlock Falls. We passed another smaller waterfall on the way, as well as a bridge!
You can continue to walk beyond the falls on the Lenape Trail, or other marked trails.
#njblogger #njhiking #newjersey #centraljersey #northjersey #explorenj #njisbeautiful #njisntboring #visitnj #njwinter #southmountainreservation #hemlockfalls #waterfallhike #eastcoastblogger #northeastbloggers
15 Winter Hiking Spots in New Jersey❄️🥾 1. 15 Winter Hiking Spots in New Jersey❄️🥾
1. Ramapo State Forest (Oakland - Ramapo Lake Trailhead - shown in video)
2. Apshawa Preserve (West Milford - Green Loop)
3. Norvin Green State Forest (Wanaque - Wyanokie High Point Trail)
4. Mt. Tammany (Hardwick Township - Red Dot Blue Dot Trail)
5. Cheesequake State Park (Matawan)
6. Wawayanda State Park (Vernon - Stairway to Heaven, Appalachian Trail Boardwalk, Pochuck Suspension Bridge)
7. Franklin Parker Preserve (Chatsworth)
8. High Point State Park (Sussex)
9. Stokes State Forest (Branchville)
10. Hacklebarney State Park (Long Valley)
11. South Mountain Reservation (West Orange - Hike to Hemlock Falls)
12. Palisades Interstate Park (spans along Eastern Bergen County)
13. Merrill Creek Reservoir (Harmony)
14. Ken Lockwood Gorge Wildlife Management Area (Califon)
15. Bass River State Forest (Tuckerton - Yellow “Poppy Allen” Trail & Orange Trail)
Stay safe & happy exploring! Don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆
#newjersey #nj #njhiking #winterhike #njthingstodo #njblogger #northjersey #southjersey #centraljersey #njisntboring
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At Home, Lifestyle · February 3, 2022

2022 Neutral & Cozy Bedroom Makeover

At the start of the new year, I began my bedroom makeover. Now, a few weeks later, my dream room is completed and I’m in love! I decided I wanted to upgrade and clean up my old bedroom and go for a more neutral theme. I threw in some pops of muted colors, dried florals and textures to make my bedroom the ultimate comfy space!

Check out my bedroom makeover and tour on YouTube here!

Lots of DIY’s

For my new bedroom, I decided to try a bunch of DIY wall decor projects, and thankfully, they all came out pretty good! From creating a Pottery Barn dupe to a Crate & Barrel-inspired piece, here are all the DIY decor projects I made for my room.

1. Pottery Barn Botanical Frame Dupe

After seeing the price tag of $399 for this Pottery Barn botanical framed wall art, I decided to get crafty and make my own version for under $30. Check out the youtube tutorial, and the blog post for this piece here.

2. Joint Compound Canvas Art

I saw on Pinterest a lot of abstract and minimal canvas art, and decided to make my own at home with materials from Lowes and Michael’s. There is a lot of opportunity to play around with these types of pieces when it comes to the design, size, color etc… Check out my YouTube tutorial and the blog post here.

3. Crate & Barrel Daisy Chain Dupe

This is my absolute favorite piece in my bedroom, and it is inspired by the $299 Crate & Barrel Natural Daisy Chain Wall Art. I was able to complete this 48″x36″ piece in about three days, and spent under $100 on the supplies for it. I found a tutorial on YouTube by Valerie Aguiar that explained perfectly how to recreate this piece. I used fifteen rolls of twisted cotton rope from Lowes for this project.

4. Small Pressed Flower Wall Hangings

Using some pressed flowers I purchased on Etsy and photo frames from the dollar store, I created three small floral wall hangings for my room. Watch my YouTube tutorial for a detailed look on how to do this DIY.


Items I Purchased for my Bedroom

Vari Electric Standing Desk 48″x24″ in White

Bed Bath & Beyond

  • Bee & Willow Curtain Rods
  • Bee & Willow Curtain Holdbacks (I painted them white)
  • White Floor Cabinet with Baskets
  • 8’x10′ Shag Area Rug

Amazon

  • 20-pack Wooden Clothes Hangers
  • Antique Brass/Gold Dresser Knobs
  • Beige Curtain Panels
  • Set of Three Mini White Ceramic Bud Vases

Etsy

Matisse Print Downloads

orange matisse print and whimsical bouquet

Matisse Pink Flower Market Print Download

Matisse Papiers Decoups Print Download

Matisse Beige Abstract Print Download

Matisse Orange Flower Market Print Download

Florals

Small Dried Flowers Bouquet

Whimsical Bouquet

Tall Pampas Grass

Dried Florals Wall Hanging

Photo Frames

12″x18″ White Frame

Thin Gold Frame 8″x10″ *similar to what I purchased (the one I bought was from Home Goods)

Thin Gold Frame 4″x6″ *similar to what I purchased (the one I bought was from Home Goods)

Small White Frame with 4″x6″ Mat

Urban Outfitters

The Jones Clothing Rack (this clothing rack isn’t too hard to assemble and was on sale for $79.99 when I purchased it)

HomeGoods, HomeSense, and At Home

I purchased a lot of items at HomeGoods, HomeSense, and At Home, and can’t link the exact items since they were bought in store. I recommend checking your local stores, as well as local thrift stores, for furniture pieces and decor. I found some great vases, bedding, curtains, a large mirror and more at these stores. Linked below are some pieces similar to one’s I purchased at these stores.

White Textured Duvet Cover *similar

Another White Textured Duvet Cover *similar

Throw blanket *similar

Gold-Mirrored Makeup Organizer *similar (this is from Urban Outfitters, but I purchased one from HomeSense for $24 that looked similar)

Another Gold-Mirrored Makeup Organizer *similar (this one swivels like the one I have does)

Target

Cream Chunky Throw Pillow

Tan Throw Pillow *similar

Geometric Shelves

Mine are hand-made, but here are one’s that you can buy:

  • Hexagon Honeycomb Shelves
  • Pyramid Triangle Shelf
  • Pyramid Triangle Shelf

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I found your next go-to restaurant in North Jersey I found your next go-to restaurant in North Jersey!⬇️
📍Spring House, 91 W Clinton Ave, Tenafly, NJ
Spring House is a charming restaurant and social club with Mediterranean flare, set inside a late 1700s historical building!🍝 @springhousetenafly 
Dishes Highlighted in Video:
📌Pot of Meatballs Appetizer
📌Lasagna Bolognese (Must-Order!!!)
📌Capellacci
📌Cotoletta alla Milanese (Chicken Dish)
📌Fireside Smoked S’mores
📌Profiteroles
Everything was fantastic, and I can’t wait to go back and try more of the food!😋
Happy dining, and don’t forget to follow me for more recs in and around NJ and the Northeast!
#newjerseyfood #njrestaurant #njrestaurants #njeats #njfoodie #njfood #northjersey #northjerseyeats #bergencountynj #njblogger #njthingstodo #njlife #explorenj
The Ultimate 2025 New Jersey Bucket List (100+ Thi The Ultimate 2025 New Jersey Bucket List (100+ Things to Do)😆
📌Full guide with details including timeframe and address on my blog.
Here’s some of them:
1. Skiing & Snowtubing at Mountain Creek
2. Visit a Pop-Up Ice Rink for Ice Skating
3. Go Skiing or Snowtubing at Campgaw Mountain
4. Take a Hike at Palisades Interstate Park
5. Take a Pottery Class at a Local Studio
6. Take a Winter Hike at Ramapo State Forest
7. Visit the New Jersey Botanical Garden & Skylands Manor
8. See the Cherry Blossoms at Branch Brook Park
9. See a Field of Daffodils at Reeves Reed Arboretum
10. Holland Ridge Farms U-Pick Tulips Spring Spectacular
11. See the Flowers at Frelinghuysen Arboretum
12. Go Hydrobiking on Lake Hopatcong
13. Explore Lambertville, NJ & New Hope, PA
14. Walk Across the Swinging Bridge at Stony Brook in Princeton Battlefield State Park
15. Visit the Grounds for Sculpture
16. Go Whale Watching in Cape May
17. Explore Willowwood Arboretum
18. Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden
19. See Peonies in Bloom at Peony’s Envy
20. Go Birdwatching at Cape May Point State Park
21. Climb the Cape May Lighthouse
22. Visit the Ocean City Boardwalk
23. Spend a Summer Day on Long Beach Island (LBI)
24. Go Railbiking in Cape May With Rev Rail Co
25. Visit Island Beach State Park
26. Stroll the Asbury Park & Ocean Grove Boardwalk
27. See the Roses at Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown
28. Visit the Leonard J. Buck Garden
29. Kayak at the Delaware Water Gap
30. See a Concert at the Stone Pony Summer Stage
31. Explore Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest
32. Do a Zip Tour at Mountain Creek This Summer/Fall
33. Ride the Alpine Mountain Coaster at Mountain Creek
34. Visit Jenkinson’s Aquarium & Boardwalk
35. See the Sunset Behind the Waves in NJ
36. Go Blueberry Picking at a Local Farm
37. Try Parasailing in Wildwood
38. Seek Thrill at TreEscape Aerial Adventure Park
39. Catch a Minor League Baseball Game
40. Spend an afternoon at Beach Plum Farm
41. Pick Your Own Flowers at Melick’s Town Farm
42. Visit the NJ Sunflower Trail at Von Thun Farms
43. Go Peach & Apple Picking at Melick’s Town Farm
44. Hike the Appalachian Trail Boardwalk
See my blog for the rest!✨ #njblogger #njthingstodo
The Ultimate Winter Day Trip in New Jersey!❄️🎿🏂
📍Mountain Creek Resort in Vernon, NJ @mountaincreek 
If you are looking to do a ski trip but don’t want to travel too far, consider checking out Mountain Creek Resort in North Jersey.
📌Open daily this winter
📌Full-Day Lift Tickets & Discounted Twilight Lift Tickets (start after 3 PM) can be purchased online.
📌Snowtubing is a separate activity you can get tickets for
Mountain Creek also has Waffle Cabin which is so yummy!😁🧇
I usually stick to the greens & blues, but they do have a good amount of terrain park, as well as some black diamond trails.
Happy winter, and don’t forget to follow me for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆 
#newjersey #nj #skiing #njthingstodo #northjersey #njfun #njlocal #explorenj #visitnj #njisntboring #mountaincreek #njblogger #mountaincreeknj
Winter Activity in New Jersey⬇️ 📍Hit the s Winter Activity in New Jersey⬇️
📍Hit the slopes at @mountaincreek in Vernon, NJ
I got into skiing back in 2022 and have been loving it ever since! While we usually venture more north, it’s great to know that there’s a local spot in NJ that’s perfect for a winter day trip!🎿
Mountain Creek is open daily and even offers twilight skiing, which starts at 3 PM, if you want to go after work or school on a weekday.❄️
They also offer snow tubing here, which looks so fun. And bonus points for Mountain Creek bc they have a Waffle Cabin!!🧇
Happy winter, and don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆 
#njblogger #mountaincreek #skiing #newjersey #northeastbloggers #eastcoastblogger #northjersey #njisntboring #njthingstodo #explorenj #visitnj #njisbeautiful
3 Winter Hikes in New Jersey❄️🌲🥾 1. Ram 3 Winter Hikes in New Jersey❄️🌲🥾
1. Ramapo State Forest in Oakland, NJ
📌Park at 67 Skyline Dr, Oakland, NJ
📌Hike the Ramapo Lake Spur Trail or the 3.9-mile Ramapo Lake Brook Loop trail on @alltrails 
📌Relatively easy with minimal elevation gain
2. South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, NJ
📌Park at the “Falls Parking Lot” on Google Maps
📌Short & easy 0.3-mile walk from the lot to Hemlock Falls. From the falls, you can continue on the Lenape Trail or other trails and loop back to the parking lot.
3. High Point State Park in Sussex County, NJ
📌Park at the High Point Lookout/Monument parking lot or the one by Lake Marcia
📌Hike the Moderate 3.4-mile Monument Loop Trail, which has some elevation gain and rocky terrain at points.
Remember to wear proper footwear and be safe while hiking, especially in winter conditions.
Happy exploring, and don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆
#nj #njblogger #njhiking #njoutdoors #njwinter #newjersey #northjersey #northjerseyadventures #explorenj #southmountainreservation #hemlockfalls #highpointstatepark #hikenj #visitnj #njisntboring #njisbeautiful
Hiking spot in North Jersey to check out this wint Hiking spot in North Jersey to check out this winter!❄️
📍High Point State Park in Sussex County, NJ
We hiked the Monument Loop Trail, which is easy-to-moderate with some rocky terrain at points. The trail takes you along a wooded path and has a few bridges and water features. 
I love this hike in the fall season and also enjoyed it this winter!☺️
Happy exploring, and don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast.
#njblogger #newjersey #njhiking #northjersey #highpointstatepark #nj #explorenj #visitnj #njisbeautiful #njisntboring #njoutdoors #njwinter #hiking

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