The Belmont Tavern: An Old-School Gem in Belleville
In the beginning of the movie Fargo, a disclaimer flashed on the screen that read “This is a true...
Free Coffee for the Front Line and a Mocha-Shortbread-Cookie Recipe for All
While they live the curbside-pickup life along with so many restaurants and coffee shops around the country, the Cedar...
DeNovo Montclair Owner Steps up for Employees During Public Health Crisis
Looking for a way to make things better as everything seemed to just be getting worse, DeNovo owner Demetri...
NJ Chef Profile Series: Cynthia Soto, Chef and Owner at Empanada Lady Café
Cynthia Soto is a firm believer in things falling into place as they should. She had no intention of...
NJ Chef Profile Series: Risa Magid Boyer, Owner and Chef at Vanillamore
Years ago, Risa Magid Boyer thought she wanted to pursue a career in graphic design. That lasted until she...
Good Vibrations from Cedar Bean’s Coffee Joint
It was a brisk Thursday evening as an energetic crowd arrived at Cedar Bean’s Coffee Joint in Cedar Grove: a...
Montclair Diner: A Refreshed Menu and Vibe
In one corner, a group of children is gathered, playing with toys and games while their parents drink coffee...
NJ Chef Profile Series: Jessica Alfreds, Chef and Business Owner
This article is part of a Jersey Bites series focusing on women chefs in the Garden State. Years ago, as a...
UnGala: A Celebration of Urban Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
As part of its tenth anniversary, the Rutgers University Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development (CUEED) recently presented a wide...
A Close-Up Look at Montclair Brewery
Opening a new brewery is no small feat, and Leo and Denise Ford Sawadogo made it happen in—and for—Montclair. The...
NJ Chef Profile Series: Ariane Kitchen & Bar Executive Chef, Ariane Duarte
This article is part of a Jersey Bites series focusing on women chefs in the Garden State. Ariane Duarte knew...
ZinBurger in Clifton
The Cook’s Tour was invited to preview the new ZinBurger restaurant in December (the official opening was December 13)...
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Ethan & the Bean: Where Hope Is Always Brewing
Despite what small businesses have been through in recent months, Ethan & the Bean remains open, spreading joy and creating employment opportunities for individuals...
