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Discover Organic Foods at Nature’s Food Markets in Hackettstown, New Jersey!

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Grand Opening Celebration: Mark your calendars for the grand opening on December 14th from 11 AM to 5 PM at Nature’s Food Markets in Hackettstown, NJ! The grand opening will feature live music performances, delicious free samples, and exciting raffles throughout the day! I have been shopping at Nature’s Food Markets since they opened and have been so impressed with the customer service, the food quality, and the prices. The store is easy to navigate and the customer service is exceptional!

Organic Foods: Nature’s Food Markets prides itself on offering a wide selection of organic foods. From fresh produce to pantry staples, you can trust that the products are free from harmful pesticides and chemicals, ensuring the highest quality for you and your family. I love purchasing organic strawberries, blueberries, bananas, grapes and avocados. They offer an extensive cheese section paired with local artisan products, which will make excellent additions to our holiday table.

Ready-to-Eat Meals: As a busy working mom of two, I love the variety of their ready-to-eat meals. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a nutritious dinner, the prepared foods are made with wholesome ingredients and are perfect for those on-the-go moments. We often buy rotisserie chicken and one of the delicious sides. The sushi is also spectacular; it is so fresh and tasty!

Features and Amenities:

  • Coffee Shop and Juice Bar: Start your day with freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing juice from the on-site coffee shop and juice bar.
  • Hot Food Bar, Salad Bar, and Soup Bar: The hot food bar, salad bar, and soup bar are located in the deli section.
  • Specialty Departments: Discover the vitamins, natural health, and beauty departments, as well as the bakery and floral section. I’ve personally bought natural toothpaste, soaps, and shampoos to incorporate clean products into our daily routines.

Monthly and Weekly Flyers: Stay updated with the monthly and weekly produce flyer. These flyers highlight the latest promotions, seasonal produce, and special offers, ensuring you never miss out on great deals. On my reel, you can see some amazing finds! Look for the yellow tags to indicate sale items.

Location: Nature’s Food Markets is conveniently located at 7 Naughright Rd, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Hours are Sunday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Monday to Saturday 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Social media: Check out Nature’s Food Markets on Facebook and Instagram.

Come experience the magic of Nature’s Food Markets and let me know what you purchase!

Mama’s Cafe Baci: A Taste of Italy in Hackettstown, NJ

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A Family Tradition for Over 50 Years

Located in Hackettstown, New Jersey, Mama’s Cafe Baci has been serving authentic Italian cuisine for over half a century.  The Schiano family came from Italy in 1970 and has made Mama’s a Hackettstown staple. Stepping into Mama’s feels like entering a warm, welcoming home — a place where you’re part of the family.

Jason and I recently had a date night at Mama’s where we were served a sampling of dishes and listened to live music. We just received a gift card to Mama’s for our 10th anniversary, and can’t wait to go back for the delicious food and ambiance.

Customized Italian Cuisine

Have dietary restrictions? Fear not, Mama’s offers gluten-free, vegan, or vegetarian cuisine. The menu caters to your unique preferences. From classic pasta dishes to stone-fired pizzas, every plate is crafted with care and love.

What Sets Mama’s Apart?

  1. Quality Ingredients: Mama’s sources local ingredients, ensuring freshness and flavor in every bite. My kids are a big fan of the pizza — the sauce has the perfect combination of spices and the cheese is delicious!
  2. Diverse Menu: Choose from an array of options, including hearty lasagna, delicate risotto, and mouthwatering seafood. The pear purses are my favorite appetizer so make sure you try those. The cannoli was out of this world, too. Also, try Duets, which are 2 tastes on 1 plate. Jason loves getting the Chicken Parmesan and Penne Vodka Duet. Also, get the cappuccino — we both loved it as an after-dinner treat.
  3. Late-Night Dining: Craving Italian after hours? Mama’s stays open late, satisfying those late-night pasta cravings. (Catch the special where apps are 50% off after 9 PM!)
  4. Private Events: Mama’s has three on-premise event rooms that are perfect for family events (Birthdays, Christenings, Baptisms, Baby and Bridal showers). Cafe Baci & the Rainbow Room are located inside Mama’s.  The new Coach Room offers an intimate space for private gatherings, celebrations, and entertainment. The Coach Room is located at 144 Mountain Ave, right down the road. Lastly, Bello Giorno Estate is the perfect wedding reception venue.
  5. Preferred customer key tag: In an effort to be more environmentally friendly, ask for your preferred customer key tag the next time you visit Mama’s and receive 10% OFF your purchase dine in or take out. 
  6. Texting Program: To receive special offers, discounts, and promotions, visit here and follow the instructions to join Mama’s texting program.

Wine, Beer, and Cocktails

Pair your meal with a fine wine, a cold beer, or a handcrafted cocktail. Mama’s knows that good food deserves great company. On my next visit, I can’t wait to get a cannoli martini!

Order Online or Dine-In

Whether you’re picking up curbside, enjoying a cozy dinner on the patio, or savoring dessert and coffee indoors, Mama’s Cafe Baci meets all of your dining needs. As a busy mom, we normally do pickup or curbside orders. Outside also includes the Pooch Cafe, where your furry friends can dine with you outside during the warmer months!

Visit Mama’s Cafe Baci

Make reservations, order online, or simply walk in. Mama’s Cafe Baci awaits, ready to share a touch of Italy with you.

And, be sure to check out my reel of our visit to Mama’s on Instagram.

Have you been to Mama’s? Let me know your favorite dish in the comments and be sure to like and share this post!

Buon appetito! 🍝

Birthday Gifts for a 5 Year Old

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Can you believe E will be 5? Each year I try to get her items that will last a long time, offer different options, and that N can use as well.

This year E is receiving:

Fom Mania has amazing products that will bring lots of sensory enjoyment during the summer season. I know Em will love blasting J and me with foam and that this will provide hours of screen-free time.

I can’t wait to use Storypod with Em! This will enhance her imagination and allow her to learn new things before entering Kindergarten. Storypod gifted us Crafties, audiobooks, and trivia cards. Em has a strong desire to learn, so I know Storypod will be a great asset to her learning.

We already have the Happy Unicorn book by Clever Publishing, so it was only fitting to complete the set! I truly believe you are never old enough to partake in a lift-the-flap book!

Benny the Brave in The First Day Jitters, Gen the Grit in I Quit!, Chloe the Calm in The Bedtime Blues, and Keisha the Kind in My Little Sister Situation come in the 4 Book Box Set — perfect for tackling all the big emotions!

As an occupational therapist, this wobble balance board has so many uses! I can see Em integrating it into her forts and I can’t wait to see how well she does balancing and playing.

Em has been asking me for an ice cream maker so we can make our own delicious concoctions. She will also get some chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and a recipe book!

What do your children want for their birthdays?