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A Pedacito of Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
The neighborhood of South Street in Philadelphia has been an artistic hub for decades. Beginning in the ‘60s, South Philly was one of the...
Melissa Lipari
May 1, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Spring Lake, New Jersey
When you think of the Jersey Shore, you probably are taken back to a time of MTV reality shows, mile-long boardwalks, and most likely,...
Melissa Lipari
Apr 25, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Recklesstown Distillery
My hometown of Burlington County is best known for its agricultural life. It came as no surprise when business owners decided to get...
Melissa Lipari
Apr 20, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Libertee Grounds in Philadelphia
Located in the expanding neighborhood of Fairmount in Philadelphia, PA - just a few blocks from Temple University - Libertee Grounds has...
Melissa Lipari
Apr 15, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of "More Than Q" in Lambertville, New Jersey
I’ve always loved BBQ-style food. Something about gooey mac and cheese with a pulled pork sandwich gives me a comfort that I can’t...
Melissa Lipari
Apr 6, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Montreal, Quebec
In 2019, I traveled to Canada to take my exploration outside of the U.S. - choosing Montreal as a week-long summer vacation spot. As I’ve...
Melissa Lipari
Apr 2, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of New Hope, Pennsylvania
Bucks County, PA is filled with hidden gems for nearby Pennsylvania locals or New Jersey residents to explore. One of those gems happens...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 27, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Philadelphia's Interactive Art Museum: Wonderspace
Just a few blocks from Philadelphia’s Center City, a two-story interactive art gallery has opened in the Fashion District Mall....
Melissa Lipari
Mar 23, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
The residential neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights has been one of my favorite gems in New York City for years. My love affair for Brooklyn...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 14, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Playa Bowls: Jersey Shore's Best Food Truck
Six years ago, Robert Giuliani and Abby Taylor, two surfers from the Jersey Shore, established a smoothie shop. Armed with a blender,...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 14, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of NYC's First Interactive Wine Museum
In December 2019, I visited New York City’s first Interactive Wine Museum - the Rosé Mansion. Located on West 32nd Street, just a few...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 14, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Cape May, New Jersey
At the end of June 2020, I found myself digging deep to find some relaxation in my hometown - despite the Coronavirus Pandemic. I had not...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 14, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Washington, D.C.
One warm weekend in August, my boyfriend and I took a mini road trip from our homes in New Jersey to a cozy condo in Logan Circle -...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 14, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Graduating During a Global Pandemic
December 2020 felt like a million miles away when I was sitting in my advisor’s office as a junior in college. I had transferred to LIM...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 10, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Freebird Books in Brooklyn, NY
Bookstores might be a dying breed, but Freebird Books & Goods in Brooklyn, NY proves that E-Books haven’t fully taken over just yet....
Melissa Lipari
Mar 6, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Princeton, New Jersey
The historic borough of Princeton, New Jersey, is located in the heart of the garden state. Situated in Mercer County, Princeton attracts...
Melissa Lipari
Mar 1, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of the “Quarantine Blues”
We’ve been in quarantine for almost a year now, which is pretty hard to grasp at times. I’m sure a lot of us have felt like we’ve been on...
Melissa Lipari
Feb 27, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Cancun, Mexico
Nestled in the Yucatan Peninsula, on the border of the Caribbean Sea, lies the city of Cancun, Mexico. A popular vacation spot for...
Melissa Lipari
Feb 23, 20213 min read
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