• ThumbnailThis week’s Bokenology takes us to Northern Soul, 557 First St. This Irish Pub is a staple for locals. This pub is known for its friendly service, where you only need to come once to become part of their extended […]

  • ThumbnailIt was go big or go home at the latest hMAG mixer on Thursday, May 16 at Biggie’s on Newark Street! The party kicked off early with a hundred or so friends of the magazine in attendance. Everyone enjoyed the […]

  • ThumbnailSometimes it just takes a nudge to do something selfless. For David Fagin, it was a phone call from his mother that prompted him to write the song “Boston Strong” after the Boston Marathon incident.This Hoboken […]

  • ThumbnailThe second annual Casino Night at the Hoboken Elks Lodge was a win for the hundreds of well-dressed Hobokenites who attended the latest hMAG event for charity on Saturday, May 4th. Presented by hMAG and the […]

  • ThumbnailThere are plenty of health and exercise programs out there – all promising a better you. Better abs, better fitness, a better body – basically you, but without the extra 20 pounds you gained this winter. But how […]

  • ThumbnailArtists often struggle for years, but painter Ocean Clark believes that one painting a day will allow any artist to make a living. And he should know. For years, he paid his bills by doing just that as a street […]

  • ThumbnailMichael Lisa understands how the diagnosis of cancer can shift your world view. He first lost his mother to cancer and then in 2009, his wife Annette was diagnosed with breast cancer. Growing up in Hoboken on 10th […]

  • ThumbnailThis week’s Bokenology takes us to Baja, 104 14th Street (near Washington St.). This Hoboken bar and restaurant has won awards for their excellent Mexican food and drinks. They are open for lunch, brunch and […]

  • ThumbnailChris Bray and David Miller sit at the same table every day. Against the wall, removed from the constant chatter at the bar, but still in sight of it. Their view takes in the expanse of River Street and parts of […]

  • ThumbnailCajun food, jazz music, and streets filled with life are the obvious reasons to visit the Big Easy. One walk down Bourbon Street and the bars beckon, offering 3 for 1 beer specials, beads, and all-night music. […]

  • ThumbnailDreams are the stuff that we plot our future with, imagine new realities, and create a lasting monument. Hoboken is a city that sits on the edge of Manhattan, unarguably one of best cities in the world. What does […]

  • ThumbnailRainy days and a spring fever are a few reasons to enjoy a hot whiskey drink. This delicious concoction by David will cure whatever ails you! His recipe is a secret, but you can create your own at home!

    1 oz. […]

  • ThumbnailA warm meal given with a kind face provides nourishment for the body and soul. The Walk the Walk charity organization provided meals this past Thanksgiving that were delivered to shut-in senior citizens in […]

  • ThumbnailThis week’s Bokenology takes us to the Madison Bar & Grill, 1316 Washington Street (corner of 14th). This Hoboken bar and restaurant offers great food and excellent service, yet manages to keep it casually chic. […]

  • The blustery weather did nothing to deter crowds from attending the latest hMAG mixer at the Melting Pot. This bar and restaurant at 100 Sinatra Drive offers great views of Pier A Park and lower Manhattan. The […]

  • This week’s Bokenology takes us to Cooper’s Union, 104 Hudson St. Since opening, this swanky Irish Pub has been reinventing itself with the décor, the menu, and the cocktail list. If you haven’t been to the pub in […]

  • There is a new horse in town, or should I say, bull. The Stewed Cow, 400 Adams Street, opened last week to crowds of appreciative locals. The bar, which is at the former location of the Gaslight, has been revamped […]

  • This week’s Bokenology takes us to Court Street, 61 Sixth St. This family owned pub and restaurant is well-known and loved by locals who like to frequent this spot. The pub is known for its fantastic food and […]

  • Soap star Gina Tognoni doesn’t need any introduction with fans! A winner of two Daytime Emmy’s, this actress has graced the screen of daytime television for years. This smart and beautiful blonde is centered, […]