Peter Candia

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is expanding its presence across the U.S., with plans to open 21 new locations through four development deals. The expansion includes Monmouth County, New Jersey,

When I last ate at Beneci’s—a waterfront restaurant that overlooks the NYC skyline from Weehawken, NJ—General Manager Lori Crowley told me that Beneci’s ultimate goal was to make every guest

Asbury Park’s food scene has been on a constant climb for the last decade. Within the Jersey Shore city, you see the likes of decades-old delis sporting vintage digs, chef-driven

There are categories when it comes to restaurants. The simple take-out counters, complete with greasy, paper-wrapped sandwiches. Then there’s the a la carte gems that specialize in no-frills plates. Steakhouses,

Asbury Park, NJ, is often associated with two things: its deep connection to music and, of course, the gorgeous coastlines of The Jersey Shore. While many New Jerseyans reserve their

There’s a common theme with The Grand Tavern. Despite being a relatively niche, if-you-know-you-know type of spot, those who have been, rarely have a bad word to say. In fact,

Earlier this year, the legendary Elizabeth pizzeria, Santillo’s Brick Oven Pizza, suffered a major fire overnight that damaged the space beyond what many thought was possible to repair. However, owner

Highlights: Prosciutto with Cheddar Gougères, Summer Vegetable Gratin, Brick Chicken, Excellent Cocktails If it’s not the eclectic food menu—defined by globe-spanning flavors and techniques—or the poised cocktail menu that veers

I have been closely following Ram & Rooster, a Chinese-inspired tasting menu concept that opened in the Spring, since May of 2022 when Executive Chef and Owner Sean Yan took

A new restaurant in Scotch Plains is impressing diners with defined tapas, French-Mediterranean plates and a stunning cocktail list. The word “tapas” derives from the Spanish word “tapar,” meaning “to