Tomorrow, January 27, 709 Point Beach will celebrate the life of a very young, very great burger lover! In April of 2009, Mark Levine was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a bone tumor that generally develops during the growth period of adolescence. Throughout his treatment, Mark’s exceptional and loveable personality continued to shine. Mark and his family enjoyed dining at various places throughout the area taste testing all of the burgers in Ocean County!
»» Mark the Shark Burger Day at 709 in Point Pleasant Beach
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Do you have the perfect recipe that just screams “Summer in a Glass!” Well, here is your opportunity to share it with the world (well at least Jersey) for a chance to be crowned “Spirits Summer Cocktail 2011.” Oh, and we’ll throw in a $300 Beach Cruiser just to sweeten the deal. Jersey Bites has teamed up with Spirits Unlimited and UV Vodka to bring you this exciting month long contest. We want to give you plenty of time to experiment. Whether you’re a professional bartender or an enthusiastic cocktail connoisseur or maybe you just stumbled on a winning taste that makes all your friends smile, you qualify.
»» The Spirit of Summer Cocktail Contest
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Is it possible for one eatery to fully express what it means to be from New Jersey? We come across so many lists that proclaim that certain places serve the best burger, chowder, desserts, etc etc…how about a list that proclaims the eateries that are most Jersey-like? And if such a list was being compiled, there is a place in Toms River that would beg consideration.
»» Shut Up and Eat! in Toms River
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It is very hard to anticipate the fine food and picturesque views that the Atlantic Bar and Grill provides as you are pulling into the parking lot of the Island Beach Motor Lodge, but do not be dismayed. At the end of that long row of numbered doors and parked cars, awaits a wonderful culinary adventure led by the very talented Chef Michael d’Ennery (formally of Trinity Restaurant in Keyport.) I stumbled onto Chef d’Ennery’s work a few years ago when I had heard rumors of an innovative new chef fresh out of New Orleans who was dishing up some really exciting plates emphasizing New Jersey local fare. I quickly fell in love with not only the fruits of his labor, but with the hardworking Chef himself. Chef d’Ennery is one of those eat-sleep-and-breath-it food kind of guys, as you quickly learn within minutes of chatting with him. Just check out his Facebook status. When he’s not cooking it, he’s talking about it. Being a Chef is a vocation not a job by any means for this man. So, when we got a tip that one of our favorite chefs had moved to the Atlantic Bar & Grill, we followed.
»» Atlantic Bar & Grill in South Seaside Park
Filed under: Restaurants,Reviews,ocean county | Atlantic Bar and Grill, Deborah Smith, Island Beach State Park, Michael d'Ennery, South Seaside Park|No Comments
What do you mean ‘things to do’?!?!? Have you seen this list of things I have to do already for the holidays?!?!? And those gifts won’t buy themselves!!!
Hey – this is supposed to be the fun time of the year, right? So don’t forget to take a little time for yourself – maybe even for one of these following events:
»» 5 Foodie Things To Do in Ocean County This December
Filed under: Events,Holidays,ocean county | John and Lisa, Lakewood, ocean county, Toms River, Tuckerton, Waretown|No Comments
If you’re already in a tizzy about what to make for Thanksgiving…STOP! Before you get all worked up about side dishes and pie recipes, make sure you take some time for yourself this month. Here are some foodie ideas for you to enjoy…
»» 5 Foodie Things To Do in Ocean County This November
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The clouds were getting darker and darker. There was no escaping it – it was going to get a little wet for those attending Chowderfest. Soon enough, the skies opened and it rained. And rained. And rained some more, just to make sure the rain that had already fallen stayed nice and wet.
»» Long Beach Island’s Chowderfest
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Good grief – it’s almost October already! How did that happen? Well, never mind – let’s take a look at what foodie adventures you can have this October:
»» 5 Foodie Things To Do in Ocean County This October
Filed under: Events,ocean county | Hispanic, John and Lisa, Lakewood, LBI, ocean county, Russian, Seafood, Seaside Heights, Toms River|No Comments
