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Tea time

Most people are aware of the cancer-fighting antioxidants in tea, “but there are teas for many different aspects of health,” says Kim Widener, owner of the trendy tea and coffee shop Novel Teas in Red Bank (732.747.8800, novelteas.org).

House tour

The Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey (VNACJ) will present its annual Stately Homes by-the-Sea Designer Show House May 3 through June 12. This year’s featured home is the historic, Georgian-style Holly Hill house, located in Rumson. The handmade brick house is set on more than 12 acres and, true to its name, features dozens of holly trees.

Plop, plop, fizz, fizz-aah: Bath bombs

We’re not talking Alka-Seltzer—we’re talking bath bombs, those tablets that bubble and fizz in the tub, making you feel as if you’re bathing in champagne! To make your next bath a super-soothing indulgence, why not try whipping up your own tension-taming bath bomb?

Environmental drive: Volkswagon Touareg

Love the space, power and handling of an SUV, but hate the environmental impact? Starting now, you can swap your gas guzzler for a 2011 Touareg, Volkswagen’s first hybrid, and because it’s an SUV, you can still hit the road sitting high.

Harmony at home

We all long for a harmonious home—a tempting space where color and texture blend seamlessly and each room has a visual connection with the next. A home so well-planned you can chat on the phone while stirring supper, where work lights are aptly placed, and there’s always a connection for the laptop.

Mayflower Inn & Spa

Nestled in the New England countryside in the idyllic town of Washington, Conn., lies a place of perfection, The Mayflower Inn and Spa. The luxury hotel offers a serene respite for those looking to get away from it all.

Harmony at home

We all long for a harmonious home—a tempting space where color and texture blend seamlessly and each room has a visual connection with the next. A home so well-planned you can chat on the phone while stirring supper, where work lights are aptly placed, and there’s always a connection for the laptop.

Glorious grapefruit

Tart and tangy in flavor, this citrus fruit has health benefits that are pretty sweet.

Art’s at home in Boonton

Among the long-standing antique shops and boutiques along Boonton’s Main Street, a cluster of art galleries has formed, creating buzz about the town’s emerging art district.

Environmental drive: Volkswagon Touareg

Love the space, power and handling of an SUV, but hate the environmental impact? Starting now, you can swap your gas guzzler for a 2011 Touareg, Volkswagen’s first hybrid, and because it’s an SUV, you can still hit the road sitting high. How does it spare the environment?

Eco-friendly sipping

Today’s organic and biodynamic wines aren’t just good for you and for the planet, they’re also delicious

Food for thought

Many restaurants are preparing dishes in a way that is seasonal, lighter and more health-conscious than ever before.

Water conservation-online!

“Greening” your home is easier than ever thanks to itseasybeinggreen.com, a site that lets you outfit everything from your sink to your shower, your windows to your weather stripping, for maximum energy savings.

Eco-friendly sipping

If you’re a wine drinker who’s concerned about health and environmental responsibility, there’s good news. These days, vineyards that use earth-friendly, health-promoting agricultural techniques are producing some of the tastiest wines in the world.

Glorious Grapefruit

Tart and tangy in flavor, this citrus fruit has health benefits that are pretty sweet.

Poor Cat Designs jewelry

A cat showed up on the deck of Joseph Romanowski’s house while the designer was planning his line of handcrafted charms, so the animal lover did everything he could to locate the feline’s owner. No one stepped forward, so Joseph adopted the “poor cat,” named him Felix, and used the kitty’s likeness for his logo.

Tito's Burritos now in Ridgwood

Folks in Summit and Morristown have been lining up for years for a Tito’s Burritos fix, and with Ridgewood now home to the latest Tito’s (201.857.4619, titosburritos.com), Bergenites are finally getting a taste of the zippiest south-of-the-border fare, well, north of the border!

Tea time

A calming tea break isn’t just good for your mood, it’s good for your body too. Studies suggest black (not herbal) tea improves blood-vessel function, blocks the absorption of fats and helps lower cholesterol. What’s more, both black and green teas are packed with powerful compounds that protect against cancer.