The Scout Guide City Northern New Jersey, Volume 5 by THE SCOUT GUIDE

NORTHERN NEW JERSEY N E W

J E R S E Y

5 CITY GUIDE

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This guide is a celebration of the people behind exceptional local businesses in Northern New Jersey—entrepreneurs , makers , and artists— who put it all on the line every day for the dream they’ve turned into a reality. The pages that follow serve as an introduction to these individuals , as well as an invitaton to learn more about them. In 2010, at a time when it felt like big box stores were poised to swallow local, The Scout Guide was launched with a simple mission—to save small businesses . The crisis over the past year has hit our local owners harder than anything many of us have seen, and we are more dedicated than ever to support our small-business community. The group of entrepreneurs in this guide is but a glimpse of Northern New Jersey’s small business landscape. Whether they grace our pages or not, we are continually inspired by all the go-getters in our area—their bravery, tenacity, and passion are what keep us going and what make our towns so special, and we will continue to seek them out and tell their stories . These businesses need us now more than ever. The way forward may not be easy, but if we support them, we believe that they will not only survive, but thrive. And all of us will be better for it. Live. Love. Local.

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A C O L L E C T I O N . A C O M M U N I T Y. A L I F E S T Y L E .

Heather and Andrew are pictured on the historic staircase at The George. Originally built in 1902, Steven Plofker and Bobbi Brown transformed the once forgotten Georgian Inn into a design-minded, boutique hotel in the heart of Montclair. ANDREW FRASZ Photographer

The Creation, Execution, and Management of Timeless Outdoor Spaces

Michael Todd Owner, 2nd Generation

John Todd Owner, 1st Generation

54 0 Mine Brook Road . F ar Hills 908.204.9918 thetoddgroupinc.com i thetoddgroupinc

A THIRD GENERATION FAMILY BUSINESS SPECIALIZING IN THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF ALL ASPECTS OF RESIDENTIAL REMODELING AND BUILDING.

MATTHEW AANENSEN OWNER

201.998.6892 • AANENSENS.COM • i AANENSENS

JENNYARTIST.COM i JENNY_REINHARDT 908.723.1457 400 SOUTH JEFFERSON STREET ORANGE

CONTEMPORARY FINE ART

973.668.5057 JMLIFESTYLES.COM iJMLIFESTYLES

D E C O R AT I V E C O N C R E T E D E S I G N S

MICHELLE RADLEY | OWNER

WOODFORM® CONCRETE | WOOD WITHOUT THE WORRY S TA N D A R D A N D C U S T O M O P T I O N S AVA I L A B L E

S H O P like nominated and voted on by thousands of our Northern NJ readers, we are thrilled to recommend the following businesses as the people’s choice from our Shop Like a Local contest for the best places to shop, eat, drink, and experience.

FO O D + D R I N K BUBBLE IN PARADISE denville asian cafe serving bubble tea, smoothies, acai bowls, juices, egg waffles, taiyaki, udon + ramen noodles, rice bowls, and dumplings. bubbleinparadisenj.com i bubbleinparadisenj THE JUICE HOUSE new providence juice, smoothies, bowls, grab + go in a positive, uplifting, establishment. juicehousenj.com i thejuicehouse_

A P PA R E L QUARTET chatham a varied collection of novelty apparel, jewelry, personal accessories, gifts, and home furnishings. quartetchatham.com i quartetchatham ART WITH HEART DESIGNS chatham fashion, personal gifts, design, and home decor. classic with a modern surf preppy twist. artwithheartdesigns.com i artwithheartdesigns JOHN HYATT summit a versatile assortment of men’s classic american and english styles including peter millar, johnnie-o, faherty, and barbour. johnhyattclothing.com i johnhyattclothing WILLOW ST. summit . morristown limited quantities. limitless style. handselected collections and stylists to help you make it your own. willowst.com i shopwillowst

BOXWOOD COFFEE ROASTERS summit . westfield . florham park family-run coffee roasters who believe that coffee is an artisanal foodstuff that requires care and attention to showcase its delicate and complex flavors. boxwoodcoffee.com i boxwood_coffee MADISON MARKET madison a specialty food market + café with a wine shop, café, bakery, pizzeria, salad station, delicatessen, butchered meat, fish + seafood display, and full kitchen serving prepared + made-to-order entrees. madisonmarket.com i madisonmarketnj

LOCAL MARYANNA COLEMAN DESIGN summit custom paintings and drawings—animals, pet portraits, save-the-dates, invitation design, people, restaurants, houses, wedding scenes, wedding paper goods. maryannacolemandesign.com i maryannacolemandesign BLOOMERS chatham full service floral + event design. weddings, events, subscriptions, every day arrangements and plants. bloomersdesigns.com i bloomersdesigns GREAT HOUSE summit a unique 3200 sq. ft. store full of an everchanging inventory of great finds including original artwork, artisan lighting, rugs, accessories, and gifts. bonnyneiman.com i greathousenj

HYSSOP BEAUTY APOTHECARY nutley all-natural, small batch, handcrafted skincare and beauty products. hyssopbeautyapothecary.com i hyssopbeautyapothecary THE BAR METHOD SUMMIT summit a safe, challenging, and graceful workout for long, lean, sculpted muscles and a feeling of personal strength, confidence, and poise. barmethod.com i barmethodsummit

CHILDREN THE RED BALLOON summit elevated style and unique gifts for boys and girls. theredballoonsummit.com i theredballoonsummit

CHRISTOPHER PEACOCK short hills exquisite interior cabinetry designs. peacockshorthills.com i christopherpeacockshorthills

LITTLE FRASZ west orange artist and designer jessica frasz pairs whimsical artwork and textiles to bring young imaginations to life. jessicafrasz.com i jessicafraszstudio

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DOLLYMOO montclair handmade skincare, bath, and body products made fresh daily with the finest ingredients and mixed with lots of love and good energy! spread love. make magick. take baths. dollymoo.com i dollymoobody

WONDER DOG STUDIO summit sit. stay. play. groom. train. shop. cage free, all-breed grooming. in-home or in-studio dog training. private dog sitting. the pack day camp. a canine concierge, all under one roof. wonderdogstudio.com i wonderdogstudio

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FOR THE HOME

Cordelia Turner

Jane Connell | Owner

Chelsea Roth

FULL-SERVICE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO & RETAIL SHOP OPEN TO THE TRADE & PUBLIC

6 EAST MAIN STREET | MENDHAM 973.543.6429 | FUNHOUSEFURNISHINGS.COM i FUNHOUSEFURNISHINGS

GER RY - JO CRA N M E R Exceptional properties, exceptional service.

BERNARDSVILLE . FAR HILLS . NEW VERNON . BEDMINSTER PEAPACK - GLADSTONE . BASKING RIDGE . THE MENDHAMS

908.400.2346 . GERRYJOCRANMER.TURPINREALTORS.COM

Michelle McGonegal Owner

artisan jewelry . handcrafted gifts . funky clothing . vintage wares 157 Main Street . Peapack . 908.719.2200 . i urbancottagenj

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STRATEGIC BUSINESS ADVISORS

MERGER & ACQUISITION | VALUE ENHANCEMENT CONSULTING FOR SMALL TO MID - SIZE BUSINESSES WE ADVISE OUR CLIENTS TO OBTAIN THE BEST POSSIBLE OUTCOME WHEN SELLING THEIR BUSINESS, BUYING A BUSINESS, OR ENHANCING THE VALUE FOR A FUTURE SALE 908.377.7807 BRENTWOOD - GROWTH.COM

JOHN BARTLETT FOUNDER

We are a company of visionary women transforming landscapes into dreamscapes.

Pamela Dabah Owner . Landscape Designer

Shannon Savage Landscape Designer

dabahdesigns.com 973.479.3385

MEGGABRIELE.COM | 646.351.9455 i MEGGABRIELEINTERIORS

S.M. ‘CHEF SANDI’ ROGERS OWNER

82 SPEEDWELL AVENUE | MORRISTOWN

Ad a m Ka ne Mac c h ia Phot og raph y

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WE MAKE OUTDOOR LIVING EASY We guide you through the maze of today’s outdoor furniture options. Informed by 25 years of experience building outdoor rooms, our customized service designs your personalized layout through thoughtful space planning, fabric/frame selections, and white glove installations. Shop your options from Gloster, Kingsley Bate, Summer Classics, Barlow Tyrie, JANUS et Cie, and many others. LET IT RAIN! Luxurious living has never looked as good while working so well to protect outdoor furnishings from the elements. Innovative, high-tech designs feature vented, flowthrough cushions covered in stain and all-weather resistant fabrics. Minutes after a soaking rainfall, relax in the dry comfort of your outdoor oasis. Pho t o cou r t e sy of Gl os t e r

120 Walnut Street Montclair 973.783.3100 pavillionoutdoor.com By appointment

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