Drew’s Bayshore Bistro (reprised)
New starters at a longtime restaurant love prompt a visit. You know? There’s a reason why this Southern-accented destination that celebrates Garden State ingredients and foodways is on the tops lists of every member of New Jersey’s culinary cognoscente.
Namkeen
At just a year old, the hot chicken and waffles specialist that fuses the sensibilities and flavors of Nashville and Pakistan has become a must-stop for those looking for big tastes in street-food style.
Shredding Sprouts
Take a sharp knife to your Brussels, then sauté with accents to make a sauce fit for pasta and noodles, rice and potatoes or to serve alongside meats or fishes. Or, keep this easy-does-it dish in mind as a Thanksgiving side.
Scott Anderson, of Elements and Mistral
With forests, farms and the ocean at his disposal, the New Jersey-bred chef believes he’s got a world of ingredients – and possibilities – at his disposal, right here in the Garden State.
The Speckled Egg Café
Don’t expect a right-this-way sign or fancy furnishings at this quixotic café where a decidedly unshy chef answers to whim and whimsy when mining seasonal ingredients to put original spins on classics. The result? Flat-out delicious food.
New Ginger Indian Grill
With takeout and delivery the M.O. for now at this newcomer, pick a perch in a nearby park or back yard to slurp lyrically spiced sauces – furtively or brazenly.
Quintessential Fall: 10-25-21
Much ado about autumn, much so fitting for this refreshing time of year.
Ahead of the Carve
Home-baked pumpkin cookies set off a wave of inspiration - and heartfelt admiration for a young pastry chef.
Steve & Cookie’s
There’s a reason why a restaurant in a small city on the South Jersey Shore is on the national map of must-visits: top-notch food, diligent service, mission-centric ownership. And justly famous Brussels sprouts.
Thomson’s Specialty Foods
A new combo eat-in/takeaway spot aims to provide its community with elevated home-cooking. Halibut taco in a fresh lettuce wrapper, anyone?
Delicata, the Easy Squash
No peel, no fuss, no degree of difficulty whatsoever. This one’s for beginners – and lovers of pumpkin pie.