Eat & Drink
Jersey’s Rollicking ‘Pirate’ Chefs Are Cooking Up Fiery and Unforgettable Outdoor Feasts
“Gather a bunch of passionate, creative cooks, Jersey farm food and adventurous diners, and let all hell break loose.”
The Best New Restaurants in New Jersey
Here are the hottest additions to our state's vibrant dining scene that you won't want to miss this year.
Where to Enjoy Some of New Jersey’s Best Noodles
Ramen. Pho. Pad Thai. Spaghetti. The Garden State offers a diverse array of tasty, comforting noodle dishes. Slurp up!
Superfrico in Atlantic City Is a Wild Good Time—But the Food Isn’t Nearly as Exciting
With its wild theatrics, vivacious vibe and whimsical decor, the adults-only Superfrico is the most fun and unique restaurant at the Jersey Shore—perhaps in all the state. I just wish the food rose to the same level.
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This dish was a collaboration with my sous chef, Hank Barrett,” says Ian Kapitan, executive chef of Light Horse Tavern in Jersey City. “We wanted something that said spring/summer, but with deeper flavors. The salmon is light but earthy and meaty because of a light smoking process. Perfect for a light summer meal or a good brunch. It works well with a crisp white wine as well as a Pinot Noir.” ...
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Braised pork belly is one of my favorite things,” says Ian Kapitan, executive chef of Light Horse Tavern in Jersey City. “The combination of softness and crispness is pure joy. But it’s even better with a natural pairing of apples in the form of cider to lighten the richness and provide balance.” ...
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This recipe is a combination of simple classic items,” says Ian Kapitan, executive chef of Jersey City’s Light Horse Tavern. “The focus is on the freshness of the ingredients and letting them speak for themselves. Be careful not to overwork the beer batter, or the pieces will not crisp properly.”...
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"The origin of this dish," says Ian Kapitan, executive chef of Light Horse Tavern in Jersey City, "was to take classic flavor combinations of cream, potato and seafood and put a little spin on them. In its pairings, the dish is much like a chowder, but I wanted to have a lighter version with melt-in-your-mouth gnocchi, crème fraiche and the earthiness of the truffles playing off the bacon lardons." ...
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I love this soup principally because of its simplicity -- both in preparation and display," says Nick Stellino, the public television chef/personality and host of Nick Stellino Cooking with Friends 2 (airing on NJN starting April 3, Sundays @1 pm)....
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Inspired by hints of spring amid still chilly weather, Larry Baldwin, executive chef of the Fromagerie in Rumson, went to the market to select local produce for this dish. The recipe can be made for a large group, or a family dinner with pulled pork sandwiches the next day....
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For years now, every Spring I forage morel mushrooms,” says Christine Nunn, chef/co-owner of Picnic in Fair Lawn. “Odd looking, impossible to see, unless you are looking. The morel pops up in rotting leaves in woods that are just the right condition. I have a secret spot that I go every year and come back with a nice brown bag filled with them.” ...
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Picnic started as a little catering operation, and we still love catering more than anything,” says Christine Nunn, executive chef and co-owner of Picnic in Fair Lawn. “This is a great dish for brunch, a shower or really anytime. The ‘brie en croute’ is reversed here and turned into a lovely tart that can be plated rather than spread on bread.”...
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This recipe is very versatile and great for a home cook,” says executive chef/partner Thomas Ciszak of Chakra Restaurant in Paramus. “The marinated squash can be used in salads or sautéed with some of the liquid and served as a vegetable.”...
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