Tailgating Party by Denville Meat Shop

Tailgating Party by Denville Meat Shop

I’ve written about Denville Meat Shop (see past post here) in the past and how amazing it is on all levels: to-go foods, meats, service, classes, etc….the past weekend, I was privy to its delicious, meaty catering via a tailgate party at MetLife Stadium. The private tailgate party served about 15 of us with lots […]

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Salmon with Avocado Mash – Not Really a Recipe

Salmon with Avocado Mash – Not Really a Recipe

This will be the first in a new series I’m going to do called “Not Really a Recipe”. These will be non-recipe posts that just give ideas on how to fix meals that are tasty and require very little work. This dish is one I eat often…..blackened salmon topped with my Zesty Guacamole recipe. I […]

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2012 Weingut Stadt Krems Riesling Reserve Grillenparz Kremstal

2012 Weingut Stadt Krems Riesling Reserve Grillenparz Kremstal

Friend shared this bottle with me over oysters and fish. Love this style wine and never a bad bottle by this producer. Looks: Greenish yellow in the glass. Smell: Citrus/Meyer lemon and juicy peach on the nose. Taste: Delicious lemon/lime flavors with some wet stones notes. Texture and Finish: Rich yet light. Crazy nice minerality […]

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2017 NJ Beer & Food Festival 6/16 – 6/18

2017 NJ Beer & Food Festival 6/16 – 6/18

Now in its 9th year, the New Jersey Beer & Food Festival will once again take place at Crystal Springs Resort from June 16 – 18. Crystal Springs’ annual celebration of all things beer happens over Father’s Day Weekend with a Chefs & Brews Dinner, beer tasting featuring over 150 beers, a golf tournament and […]

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Blueberry & Rosemary Greek Mule

Blueberry & Rosemary Greek Mule

I’m not one to turn down a Moscow Mule, a drink typically made using ginger beer and Vodka. Last summer, when I was to host a Greek-themed party, I opted to create a Greek Mule, simply replacing the Vodka with Ouzo, the famed licorice-flavored liquor of Greece. The drink was delicious and refreshing and my […]

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Rosé Blood Orange Lemonade

Rosé Blood Orange Lemonade

I love refreshing cocktails and am always looking for fun, easy-to-make recipes for summer parties. The nice folks at Bridge Lane Wine posted this neat recipe and photo on their Instagram account and agreed to let me share it with you. Blood orange and rosé wine – what’s not to love!? Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. lemon […]

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Ani Ramen Opens in Jersey City

Ani Ramen Opens in Jersey City

It’s official – the hottest ramen spot in New Jersey, Ani Ramen, has opened a second location in Jersey City, this time owned by Luck Sarabhayvanija, Justin “Just” Blaze, Kathleen Reyes and Chef Julian Valencia. The ramen obsessed can now SLURP. SIP. REPEAT., Ani Ramen’s by-now-famous slogan, in a location that boasts 2,000 sq. feet of […]

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Todd Villani Featured Chef at Viaggio

Todd Villani Featured Chef at Viaggio

Fans of Chef Todd Villani who are still withdrawing from Terre à Terre closing last May (some of you may remember my rant) should rejoice! Chef Robbie Felice (get to know this talented young chef) of the very popular Viaggio in Wayne, NJ has invited Chef Villani in his Viaggio kitchen to serve up a […]

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2015 Dirty & Rowdy Familiar Blanc

2015 Dirty & Rowdy Familiar Blanc

Check out the cloudiness of this baby in my photo – crazy stuff! Kitchen sink blend of aromas and flavors.   Looks: Deep ruby in the glass. Smell: Citrus, floral and dried apricot on the nose. What isn’t on the nose would be a better question! Taste: Lemon lime flavors with hints of under-ride pear. […]

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Boedecker Cellars Wine Dinner at Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas

Boedecker Cellars Wine Dinner at Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas

Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas, specializing in small plates that put modern twists on Italian classics and world class wines, invites guests to enjoy its Boedecker Cellars Wine Dinner at its location in the Clifton Commons on Thursday, May 4 at 7:00pm. Special guest Stewart Boedecker, creator and owner of Boedecker Cellars – founded […]

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