Author: Maggie Leenas

Maggie Leenas is a contributor to New Jersey Monthly's food & drink coverage, and finds the most joy in chatting with NJ chefs, business owners and foodies. Since graduating from Rowan University in 2020, she has returned to Ringwood, her hometown in North Jersey. You can contact her at [email protected].
A cheesesteak from Geno's Steaks

Geno’s Steaks Expands to Cherry Hill; Other Dining News

December 8, 2022

Plus: Jersey City has a special new spot for sushi, while Teaneck will lose a beloved ice cream parlor at the end of the year.

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Pasta and tomato dish at Antica Stazione

The Italian Restaurant Chugging Away at Montclair’s Train Station

December 7, 2022

Chef Giuseppe De Falco and his wife, Sandra, run Antica Stazione in the former waiting room of Walnut Street station. 

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Mr. Cupcakes

Cupcake-Centric Bakery Coming to Brick; Other Dining News

December 1, 2022

Plus: New Milford now has a spot for shave ice and ramen, while Monroe Township has welcomed an Italian steakhouse.

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Bruno's Bakery

Family-Run NYC Bakery Expands to Freehold: ‘We Feel Really at Home Here’

The Settepanis have brought their panettone and cannoli to Monmouth County.

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Pasta

The Best Food Events in New Jersey This December

November 30, 2022

There are plenty of fun food and drink events happening in New Jersey this month, including wine dinners and holiday celebrations.

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Village Hall

South Orange Welcomes Beer Garden; Other Dining News

November 25, 2022

Plus: TikTok influencers are opening an Italian restaurant in Dumont, while Edgewater is saying farewell to a long-standing pizzeria.

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DineDK

Jersey Chef Brings Private Dining to the Tri-State Area

November 21, 2022

Chef David Kirschner, a Marlboro native, launched his full-service private dining company, DineDK, in 2015.

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Ramen

Ramen Chain Finds Its Way to Fort Lee; Other Dining News

Plus: Mount Laurel Township has a toasty new spot for sandwiches and more, while a Chinese restaurant in Edison highlights fresh fish.

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Community Feeding Tour

Chef Brings Beloved Chicken-and-Potatoes Dish to New Jerseyans in Need

November 17, 2022

Andre Murphy, founder of Community Feeding Tour, is eager to serve a Thanksgiving meal to hundreds of senior citizens this month.

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Thanksgiving dishes at the Fox & Falcon

NJ Restaurants Cooking Up Thanksgiving Menus and Takeout Meals

November 10, 2022

Make your reservations or place your orders for these local holiday specials.

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