Dining

There’s a difference between going out for sushi and sitting down to an omakase sushi meal. During the latter, there are no menus and sometimes, no waiters. The chef chooses

Missing the sizzle of a grill on these chilly nights? For most Garden State residents during the winter, nothing sounds better than an outdoor barbecue. But what if you could

It’s a cold January evening in the dead of yet another New Jersey winter. The skies are pale gray with the state’s biggest storm of the year looming on the

Looking around the room at Taverna Veranda, you’ll see sculptural planters hanging from the ceiling, magenta bougainvillea growing up the walls, plenty of occupied tables and unparalleled views of the

If you’re a foodie, chances are you’ve seen the craze involving the nation’s hunt for birria tacos. Close-ups of cheese pulls and tacos being dipped in consommé have likely flooded

The city of Montclair continues to have an affinity for European cuisine (and Daniel Boulud alumni). This time, a new pâtisserie recently debuted on Church Street—Jayce Baudry French Pastry. Conceptualized

Robbie Felice of Viaggio in Wayne and Osteria Crescendo and Luck Sarabhayavanija of Ani Ramen have spent the last year under wraps running an invite-only, limited seating, 10-course tasting menu

In New Jersey, we know our delis. And if you’re not from the Garden State, any local can point you in the direction of NJ’s finest. One delicatessen in particular,

When New Jerseyans (including myself) were on the hunt for the best birria tacos, it seemed like an unsuspecting storefront in Union City had amassed a cult-like following. In fact,

Our obsession with celebrating Christmas has gotten out of hand—but I support it. I want the colorful string lights, the purposefully ugly sweaters, the Mariah Carey anthems. But most of