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Plus: A cannoli spot comes to Fairfield, and Verona welcomes a sandwich joint.
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David Viana of Lita in Aberdeen and Dan Richer of Razza in Jersey City have both previously been nominated for the James Beard Foundation's award for best chef....
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The latest venture by the Rallo family has been named one of New Jersey Monthly's best new restaurants.
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Delicious new spots in Nutley, Whitehouse Station and more....
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Plus: Harpoon Willy's opens in Robbinsville, and an Argentine bakery comes to Hackensack.
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Plus: Chatham welcomes an eatery devoted to homemade English muffins, and a popular Jersey Shore sushi spot announces its second location....
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Before or after touring BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, enjoy lunch or dinner at its Shayona Café....
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Plus: A Palestinian/Middle Eastern restaurant opens in Princeton, and Andy's Roadside Dive in Mount Arlington shutters....
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Plus: A new steakhouse comes to Morristown, and Montclair's Kreme & Krumbs shifts to an online-only model....
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The South Jersey Celtic Society adds unstuffy touches to a 220-year-old tradition that celebrates Scotland's national bard. Tickets go fast!...
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Liv Breads is the perfect spot to pick up treats for Hanukkah (or any holiday!)....
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Plus: A soufflé-pancake spot is coming to Jersey City, while a Michelin-starred chef leads the new restaurant at Holmdel's Bell Works....
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I loved my mom’s apple pie since I was a kid. Every Christmas Eve after her passing, I’ve replicated her recipe as closely as I can.
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Plus: Burger Heights comes to Bergen County, while Tesoro Macaron Company closes its Collingswood location....
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Plus: A drive-thru Gregorys Coffee is opening in Old Bridge, and Willow & Whisk expands to Essex County....
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Plus: Bell Works in Holmdel welcomes its first full-service restaurant, and a beloved Thai spot expands to Lambertville....
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