Montclair: Chef’s Lab Grand Opening
What’s in a name? The newest addition to Montclair’s buzzing food community is called Chef’s Lab, but it...
Recipe: Easy Fluke on the Grill
One of the wonderful perks of living at the Jersey Shore is the abundance of fresh fish available right...
Grow your Own Heirloom Tomatoes, Now!
For about the price of ONE delicious Heirloom tomato from a farm market, you can buy an entire...
Cinco de Mayo Recipes
My son was born on Cinco de Mayo, so until he was of the age where he could actually...
Simply Sushi: Dai Kichi in Montclair
Sushi is one of those things people tend to love or hate (or refuse to try…I’m working on...
Turkey Burgers with an Indian Twist
I used to find it very hard to get excited over Turkey Burgers. Remember those early "fat free"...
Stuffed Artichokes with Smoked Salmon
After my Blogger party last week, I had a ton of smoked salmon still in the fridge, so...
Candied-Fennel-Topped Lemon Cake and Fun To Do’s
Spring has come around in New Jersey -- summer even, seems to be toying with us. All my conversations...
Lemon-Raspberry Cupcakes: A springtime treat with a sweet surprise inside!
If you’re looking for a last minute addition to your Easter Sunday menu, we have the perfect cupcakes...
Johnny Piancone’s in Long Branch
Guest Bite by Meryl Boker
When I drove down Broadway in Long Branch recently, I was so excited to...
St. Patricks Day, in or out
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, guys, and sure, you may not be Irish (though, are...
Shrimp Scampi Pizza
I have to send Jamian's in Red Bank a big thank you for this idea. Their Shrimp Scampi Pizza...




