A Cheeky Proposition
We’re back with Cape May Captain Brady Lybarger, who this time has carved out of his jumbo tilefish catches a delicacy that might inspire us all to get on board with a little advocacy that’d help make an uncommon part of a fish a bit more accessible to aficionados.
AwesomeYo’s Kitchen
There’s more in store than celebrated baked goods at this downtown Indonesian hotspot piloted by a mother-and-daughter team who pay homage to grandma in the most delicious of ways.
G.O.A.T. Waffle
Lorena Cabra laces her made-on-the-spot waffles with a salty cheese from Colombia then drizzles them hot-off-the-griddle with a fruited sauce or dulce de leche. A more delightful breakfast at a farmers’ market you’d be hard-pressed to find.
Heroes of Sincerity
It’s the highest compliment in food and the favorites of the two weeks just past have it in spades: the best blueberries, a braised pork Thai stew, Japanese cucumbers, earthy red lentil balls, and an Indonesian breakfast soup.
Sashimi Cucumbers from Eastbound Acres
A bio-intensive market garden farm in southern Ocean County grows an uncommon, highly desirable Japanese cuke variety known for its crispness, sweetness and light seed content. It makes for refreshing eating completely unadorned as well as a delightful vessel for hors d’oeuvres.
Toasting the Garden State’s Indies
On Independence Day, we declare ourselves in awe of, inspired by and devoted to New Jersey’s independent restaurants. Long may their doors be open for them to serve forth foods that are all about love.
Dessert Raani
Elegant Indian pastries from Aashika Hemnani showcase an individual style of baking the Mumbai native has been practicing since she was a teen. Today, she’s making monthly appearances at the Metuchen Farmers’ Market and selling confections fit for royalty through her online shop.
Big Blues Salad
A score of a flat of organic blueberries from McCay’s early harvest at its Hammonton fields inspires a dinner-size toss of most amiable ingredients.
The Ethnico
The Eastern Mediterranean’s formidable culinary canon is well represented at this newcomer to the largest of Hunterdon County’s River Towns. It’s where classics are revered and lesser-known dishes given a chance to shine.
Sugar Snap Peas
Leading late spring into high summer is the sweetest little pea-’n’-pod in Mother Nature’s vast repertoire. Eat raw, and be happy. Or consider other options if you snag a large quantity grown on a Garden State farm.
Digging Around a Prime Peninsula
Cape May’s greats hit the heights of all eaten during the two weeks just past. Soft-shells, tilefish, mustardy shrimp, lesser-known berries and a force of nature from Chiapas in Mexico top our list.
The Scoop on Frozen Green Grapes
Blitz, turn into slush, spice and eat. It’s the season for making the absolute easiest of chilling treats.