Peter Candia

A new bill introduced by New Jersey lawmakers could provide tax exemptions and credits to qualifying diners, offering financial relief and helping preserve a key part of the state’s cultural
Stew Leonard’s is going viral for its surprising new treat: a soft-serve ice cream cone dipped in melted butter and sea salt. The sweet-and-salty combo is drawing huge crowds across
San Patricios in Jersey City blends Mexican and Irish flavors with a powerful piece of lost history. Created by acclaimed bartender Jack McGarry, the bar serves standout cocktails, fusion plates
Looking for the best Christmas bars in New Jersey? From Miracle pop-ups in Jersey City, Nutley and New Brunswick to festive favorites like Barrow House, Brothers Daley, Cellar 335, San
Make holiday hosting easier with batched cocktails. Learn why batching saves time, reduces stress, and delivers crowd-pleasing drinks—plus easy recipes to try.

To some, cranberry sauce is an essential side dish on Thanksgiving. To others, it is a gelatinous monstrosity that they simply plop out of a can onto a plate in

OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants list is out and Saddle River Inn is among the national standouts. Chef Jamie Knott’s Bergen County restaurant earns high praise for its innovative French-inspired menu
At BagelFest in Queens, a Texas bakery called Starship Bagel took the crown for Best Bagel, proving that the country’s finest bagels aren’t just in New York or New Jersey.
A New Jersey chef legally living in the United States was released after being wrongfully detained by ICE for weeks. Community members rallied for his freedom as officials confirmed he

We asked our audience to pick the best diner in New Jersey for 2025 and they spoke. Summit Diner is the top-rated diner in the state according to New Jersey