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I eat a lot of great meals. Still, I never take for granted the ones that leave an indelible mark in my mental food journal, the meals that I will

Our review team recently had the pleasure of dining at Halifax, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Hoboken, New Jersey. Executive Chef Seadon Shouse puts an emphasis on

Nestled in the heart of Long Branch, New Jersey, Avenue Restaurant is a hidden gem that promises an extraordinary dining experience. From the moment you step foot inside, the warm

Earlier this year, Vesuvio—a beloved neighborhood Italian joint in Elizabeth, NJ—mysteriously burned down. The restaurant, which was owned by Chef Arthur “Artie” Bucco, was the meeting place for families, friends

From the Ramapo Mountains all the way down to the southernmost tip of Cape May, New Jersey exists as one of the greatest food states in the nation. Between those

A few months back I heard about Chef David Viana and Neilly Robinson’s newest venture— a restaurant at the boutique Asbury Park hotel: The St. Laurent. As they describe it,

Cafe Alyce opened in 2021 in Jersey City and instantly became a fan favorite, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch inspired by an array of Jersey City’s ethnic communities. The cultural

There has been a lot of buzz surrounding Chef Brian Kim’s contemporary Korean restaurant, Ondo (온도), in Jersey City. From the artistically plated courses finished tableside to the inventive drinks

La Dieta Mediterranea— that is the diet of the Mediterranean, is both healthy and delicious. The common denominator within this diet is none other than extra virgin olive oil (EVOO).

For years now, I’ve been berated by friends and colleagues for my neglect of the acclaimed Italian steakhouse, Sofia in Englewood, NJ. Insistent on silencing my critics, I made a