Let me let you in on a little secret. New Brunswick, an already dynamic and exceptional dining destination, just got even better. No, more parking lots weren’t added, but what has happened just might get you on the turnpike and over to the home of the Scarlet Knights! Under new Executive Chef and partner Zod [...]
If you live in South Jersey, then you probably know that The Sweet Life Bakery in Vineland makes cakes very well. You don’t win “The Best Wedding Cake in South Jersey” from the readers of SJ Magazine, or “Best of SJ” from The Knot and Wedding Wire without a delicious cake and stellar designs. So [...]
It’s that time of year when New Jersey sweethearts focus their thoughts on romance, flowers, and (last but not least) chocolate and other candy delights. We are fortunate to have several local purveyors of homemade chocolates who can help you satiate your sweetie with Valentine’s Day treats. One such chocolatier is Pam Orris, who (with [...]
Housed in an intimate 1895 Hoboken brownstone, Amanda’s Restaurant exhumes understated elegance. On a recent visit, our party was warmly greeted and led to one of the cozy rooms to settle at a beautifully-set table. Mismatched antique china and flatware sit atop a fleur-de-lis draped table, creating a homey (if your home featured antique tableware [...]
Two Jersey Bites editors meet up to sample slices and outstanding arancini at Gallo’s Pizzeria in Plainfield.
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 [...]
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 [...]
Everybody has probably seen the infamous map of New Jersey that made its way around the internet this past month. Whether or not the map is accurate, the divisions in our Garden State are undeniably fascinating. We have our coastal shore towns, full metros like Newark and Atlantic City, farmland to the west, the Historic [...]
The little town of Metuchen is only four square miles, but Main Street is home to a number of excellent restaurants. This summer, it seemed like overnight that the well-respected Indian restaurant Spice Melange was replaced with another Asian bistro, Red Monk. Now in its fourth month, Red Monk is still perennially packed on both [...]
I was treated to a fantastic dining experience during my recent lunch at FireCreek Restaurant and Bar which opened in early November 2011 at Voorhees Town Center, South Jersey’s all new shopping and dining destination. FireCreek brings an option for fine dining featuring New American cuisine to this Voorhees neighborhood and surrounding communities. My first [...]
