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Foodie Things To do This Weekend and Beyond!

NOFA 22nd Annual Winter Conference, Saturday & Sunday, January 28th & 29th. Northeast Organic Farming Association Winter Conference. Theme: Cultivating Change: Growing the Organic Food Movement. The premier sustainable food and agriculture event in New Jersey! Two full days of sessions for farmers, gardeners, foodies and food activists, plus a Kids’ Conference with crafts and food projects! For more information: NOFA »» Foodie Things To do This Weekend and Beyond!

Friday, January 27th, 2012, by Jon Faronea, Filed under: Events| Beer Events, Food and Wine, Food Events, Foodie Events, new jersey| No Comments

Lots of Options at Medford Seafood Market

Every day, in the early morning hours, Fred Glasgow hand selects all of the fresh fish and seafood he’ll bring back to stock his recently-opened Medford Seafood Market. “We want to make sure we are offering the freshest fish available,” said Fred’s wife and business partner, Toni Glasgow.
The new Medford Seafood Market is a seafood lover’s dream. On any given day fresh, high quality familiar fishes like flounder, tilapia, cod and haddock can be found along with specialty fish including sushi-grade yellow fin tuna, Chilean sea bass, Scottish salmon, Hawaiian butterfish and bronzini, a European sea bass.

»» Lots of Options at Medford Seafood Market

Thursday, January 26th, 2012, by KBrown, Filed under: Burlington County,Fish,Healthy,Seafood,Specialty Stores| Burlington County, Crab Cakes, Fish, Healthy Eating, Kerry Brown, Medford Seafood Market, Seafood| No Comments

Salt Ayre Bistro Opens in Ventnor

Salt Ayre Bistro opened in the tiny gem of a space once occupied by Gertrude’s at 7309 Ventnor Ave. in Ventnor. The beautiful new sign out front is very impressive and sure to catch the eye, I love the compass. The eatery is decorated with a coastal vibe, pale gray and white brick wall with striking black and white photographs of seaside architecture. The staff were at once very friendly and helpful. We learned that they were the owners son and wife. The owner is the chef and opened their new restaurant for his sons. They came from another local, LoBianco in Margate, where Salts’ owner was a chef. Did you follow that?

»» Salt Ayre Bistro Opens in Ventnor

Thursday, January 26th, 2012, by Deborah Smith, Executive Editor, Filed under: Atlantic County,Restaurants,Reviews| Michele Errichetti, Salt Ayre Bistro, Ventnor| No Comments

ACA Chef Educator Annmarie Chelius Creates Healthy and Budget-Friendly Recipes

January is a month for new beginnings, and often a time of the year to establish healthier eating habits. Chef Annmarie Chelius of Ocean City, chef educator at the Academy of Culinary Arts at Atlantic Cape Community College, has created two healthy, tasty and budget-friendly recipes, perfect for a busy family—for less than $10 each.

»» ACA Chef Educator Annmarie Chelius Creates Healthy and Budget-Friendly Recipes

Wednesday, January 25th, 2012, by Deborah Smith, Executive Editor, Filed under: Atlantic County,Recipes,cheap| Academy of Culinary Arts at Atlantic Cape Community College, Budget Friendly Recipes, Chef Educator Annmarie Chelius Creates, Ginger Carrot Soup, MAYS LANDING| No Comments

Nicole’s 10 – Lady Chef Rocking the Kitchen in Morris County

Nicole’s 10, which opened in 2007 in Randolph, offers casual dining in an upscale atmosphere. The restaurant is located in an unassuming shopping center in Morris County and wows guests with its welcoming vibe as they walk in. The space is warm and comfortable without feeling formal. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and its ingredients and can make solid recommendations to diners overwhelmed by all the tempting options.

»» Nicole’s 10 – Lady Chef Rocking the Kitchen in Morris County

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012, by Veronique @ Food & Wine Chickie, Filed under: Morris County,Restaurants,Reviews| Christopher M. Masey, Luis Ocampo, morris county restaurant, nicoel's ten, Nicole Ann Dabal, nicole's 10, randolph nj restaurant| No Comments

Recipe: Orange Glazed Chicken with Toasted Almonds

In a dinner jam? Get a little help from a breakfast staple to make your ho hum chicken breasts shine as the star of your dinner. Orange juice is the main ingredient in the velvety sauce which coats pan sautéed chicken breasts. Add in the crunch of toasted almonds and dinner will be ready in about 20 minutes.

»» Recipe: Orange Glazed Chicken with Toasted Almonds

Monday, January 23rd, 2012, by Deborah Smith, Executive Editor, Filed under: Poultry,Recipes| Amy Casey| No Comments

The Good and Bad of New Jersey’s Wine Reform Bill

On January 17, 2012, Assembly Bill 4436 was signed into law by Gov. Chris Christie. The law allows New Jersey wineries to ship wine to customers and also enables New Jersey residents to buy wine directly from sellers in other states.

»» The Good and Bad of New Jersey’s Wine Reform Bill

Saturday, January 21st, 2012, by Deborah Smith, Executive Editor, Filed under: Wines,new jersey| Veronique Deblois| 1 Comment

Foodie Things to Do This Weekend and Beyond

Winter Beer Fest, Saturday, January 21st. High Street Grill, Mount Holly. This is the most fun you can have tasting beer in the area, on a cold winter weekend. Enjoy the heated tent, and sampling the best Big Winter Brews from Flying Dog, Troegs, Founders, Allagash, Ommegang, Oskar Blues and more! 2 Sessions available, each are 2 hours long. Tickets are on sale at the Grill only. For more information: High Street Grill 609-265-9199

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Friday, January 20th, 2012, by Jon Faronea, Filed under: Events| Atlantic City Beer Fest, Food & Wine, Foodie Events, New Jersey Events, New Jersey Food Events, NYC Wine Expo| No Comments

Harry’s Oyster Bar at Bally’s in Atlantic City

One of our insatiable cravings has always been oysters, in any shape, prepared in any way, at any time. So, when we were invited by Frank and Maureen Dougherty, Harry’s owners, to come and check out their bustling oyster bar, it was a no-brainer! Especially since we knew the Oyster business was a genetic connection to Frank’s Great-Grandfather, ‘Harry’, the original restaurateur who opened Dock’s Oyster Bar also in Atlantic City in 1897 which is still running strong.

»» Harry’s Oyster Bar at Bally’s in Atlantic City

Thursday, January 19th, 2012, by Deborah Smith, Executive Editor, Filed under: Atlantic City| Harry's Oyster Bar, Wayne and Anne Galya| No Comments

Lombardi Pizza Co. in Edison

I’m sure you are aware of food trucks. You might even be lucky enough to work by a few that offer delicious daily specials only a few steps away. But if you are like the majority of New Jerseyians, food trucks aren’t on your daily path or even near your daily path for that matter. Your familiarity ends with the notion that they are featured on food shows and can be found in large cities and college campuses. Well, this just might be your lucky day! That is, of course, if you live in or around Middlesex County. Here, in Edison to be precise, you will find Lombardi Pizza Co Pizza Truck. And if you can put this place along your daily commute, you should ASAP because it is an experience you will be thankful for.