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An afternoon tea spread with cake, similar to what you might find at new jersey's best tea houses

8 Tea Houses in New Jersey to Explore

From Wayne to Toms River, these eight New Jersey tea rooms offer afternoon tea, scones, and a slower way to catch up with friends.
chopsticks lifting Sautéed Hand-Pulled Noodle With Beef from Shan Shan Noodles in Parsippany, NJ

I Found Hand-Pulled Noodle Heaven in a Route 46 Strip Mall

Shan Shan Noodles in Parsippany makes hand-pulled Xinjiang noodles to order. Here's what to get, from the cumin lamb to the spicy pork noodles.
The Pasta Shop in Denville, NJ, ranked No. 1 on Yelp's Top 100 Pasta Places of 2026

The Pasta Shop in Denville Is Yelp’s No. 1 Pasta Place in America. 3 Other NJ Spots Make the Top 100.

Yelp named The Pasta Shop in Denville the No. 1 pasta place in the U.S. on its first Top 100 list. Three other NJ spots also made the cut.
Grilled Branzino on a white plate, topped with tomato chutney, basil, potatoes, and broccolini at Beneci's in Weehawken

Hudson County, Meet the Local Restaurant Flying Under Your Radar: Beneci’s in Weehawken

Beneci's in Weehawken offers $6 beers, half-off pizzas and apps at Happy Hour, plus light rail, bus, and ferry access for Hudson County locals.
Chef Omar holds a fatty piece of tuna at Perla in Maplewood

Oysters, Gin & Bubbles, Hold the ICE: Perla Hosts Maplewood Fundraiser for Families Impacted by ICE

Perla Seafood & Raw Bar in Maplewood hosts Oysters, Gin & Bubbles, Hold the ICE! on Oct. 7 to raise money for SOMA Community Cares and affected families.
A spread of char siu pork, roast duck, noodles, and more on a red table at Canton rodeo

I Used to Take the Train Into Chinatown for Hong Kong BBQ. Now It’s in Bergen County.

Canton Rodeo brings Hong Kong BBQ to Bergen Town Center, led by former Eleven Madison Park chef Connie Chung and her famous char siu pork and duck.
A plated dish, similar to those served by participating chefs at Chefs for a Cure in Eatontown, NJ

20 Chefs, 1 Cause: Chefs for a Cure Returns to New Jersey This Week

More than 20 NJ chefs gather in Eatontown Sept. 24 for Chefs for a Cure, a JAR of Hope event raising funds for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research.
guests cheers two glasses of red wine at 87 Sussex in Jersey City, NJ

87 Sussex Is Hosting a 5-Course Iberian Wine Dinner in Jersey City

87 Sussex in Jersey City is hosting a five-course Iberian wine dinner on Oct. 1, featuring wines curated by Theo and a menu by Chef Brian Walter.
A ripper hot dog with cabbage relish from Rutt's Hut floating over an image of the Prudential Center

Forget MetLife’s Copycat, the Real Rutt’s Hut Is Coming to Prudential Center This Season

Rutt's Hut, the legendary Clifton hot dog joint known for its rippers, is opening a stand at Prudential Center for the 2026-2027 Devils season.
why are mallomars seasonal? picture of yellow mallomars box with NYC in background

Why Are Mallomars Seasonal? A Brief Look at New Jersey’s Favorite Cookie

New Jersey’s favorite cookie is back on grocery store shelves: Mallomars. Traditionally, Mallomars become available in stores on the first Monday after Labor Day each year. The cookies are sold

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    • An afternoon tea spread with cake, similar to what you might find at new jersey's best tea houses

    8 Tea Houses in New Jersey to Explore

    chopsticks lifting Sautéed Hand-Pulled Noodle With Beef from Shan Shan Noodles in Parsippany, NJ

    I Found Hand-Pulled Noodle Heaven in a Route 46 Strip Mall

    The Pasta Shop in Denville, NJ, ranked No. 1 on Yelp's Top 100 Pasta Places of 2026

    The Pasta Shop in Denville Is Yelp’s No. 1 Pasta Place in America. 3 Other NJ Spots Make the Top 100.

    Grilled Branzino on a white plate, topped with tomato chutney, basil, potatoes, and broccolini at Beneci's in Weehawken

    Hudson County, Meet the Local Restaurant Flying Under Your Radar: Beneci’s in Weehawken

    Chef Omar holds a fatty piece of tuna at Perla in Maplewood

    Oysters, Gin & Bubbles, Hold the ICE: Perla Hosts Maplewood Fundraiser for Families Impacted by ICE

    A spread of char siu pork, roast duck, noodles, and more on a red table at Canton rodeo

    I Used to Take the Train Into Chinatown for Hong Kong BBQ. Now It’s in Bergen County.

    A plated dish, similar to those served by participating chefs at Chefs for a Cure in Eatontown, NJ

    20 Chefs, 1 Cause: Chefs for a Cure Returns to New Jersey This Week

    guests cheers two glasses of red wine at 87 Sussex in Jersey City, NJ

    87 Sussex Is Hosting a 5-Course Iberian Wine Dinner in Jersey City

    A ripper hot dog with cabbage relish from Rutt's Hut floating over an image of the Prudential Center

    Forget MetLife’s Copycat, the Real Rutt’s Hut Is Coming to Prudential Center This Season

    why are mallomars seasonal? picture of yellow mallomars box with NYC in background

    Why Are Mallomars Seasonal? A Brief Look at New Jersey’s Favorite Cookie