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N.J. Mexican restaurant to be awarded world record for largest tequila collection
With over 1,000 bottles of tequila, Meximodo in Metuchen will soon officially be recognized as the eatery with the world’s largest agave spirits collection. The Mexican cruise restaurant and bar is set to claim its title Wednesday — on National Tequila Day — as a Guinness World Record holder, officials said.
‘Profit-driven, exploitive hellhole’: Records show 100 animals dead at SeaQuest Woodbridge
The New Jersey Department of Environment Protection has handed SeaQuest, the aquarium in the Woodbridge Center mall, a 32-page notice of violation, detailing SeaQuest’s failure to take proper care of its animals which has resulted in almost 100 deaths since it opened in 2019. The notice, which lists 12 violations of state law...
Bear seen wandering N.J. town on Sunday
Maplewood police are urging residents to be wary of a black bear seen roaming the township Sunday. Multiple sightings of the bear were reported to Maplewood officials on Sunday, police said. It was unclear if police are planning invasive action to coax the bear away from homes. The township is...
Feature Film Needs Actors From NJ For Paid Roles Up To $4.5K
Lucky Elephant Films, an independent company, is casting specifically out of Somerville for "The Family Recipe." According ot the casting call, the film is "a grounded, fun, funny, little bit edgy, coming-of-age family comedy" that's based on the award-winning screenplay of the same name. Some of the roles include Alison,...
New Jersey shelters offer $50 adoption fees for dogs
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – Three New Jersey animal shelters are hoping to find loving homes for dogs at their shelter by offering $50 adoption all weekend long, Associated Humane Societies announced on Friday. “Adopting an adult dog comes with numerous benefits,” read a statement provided by AHS. Adult dogs are typically past the puppy stage, […]
Kapadokya Offers Baklava, Borek, Other Authentic Turkish Treats on Albany Street
NEW BRUNSWICK – The baklava at New Brunswick’s new Turkish bakery is sweet, but it’s nuanced and somewhat understated. Each bite starts with a slight crunch of the baked phyllo dough and ends with this gooey treat latching itself to the roof of your mouth. This may be the signature dish at this Turkish bakery at 120 Albany St., but it has a lot of competition.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The case at Kapadokya at 120 Albany Street is a colorful feast for the eyes, filled with cookies, cakes, pastries and other sweet,...
New Jersey’s Etsch Farms Donut Lady Is Back
When I moved to Monroe Township, I took a weekend to ride around and get to know the area. I noticed there were a lot of farms, farmers markets, parks and a couple of lakes. Much prettier and peaceful than the area of North Jersey I grew up in. Right...
Good Samaritan Replaces Missing Sundial at Clark's Historic Plantation Museum
CLARK, NJ — TAPinto Clark reported a few weeks back on the missing historic sundial over at the township's 17th century Dr. William Robinson Plantation Museum. Representatives of the museum have just announced that, while the sundial has not turned up, a new one was donated by an anonymous Good Samaritan, left on the very spot of the original. Back around mid-June, museum workers noticed that their cherished sundial had been stolen.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Despite an announcement to the community, a plea for the sundial's return on the museum's message board, and...
How New Jersey is this? There’s now a pork roll vodka
We’ve all heard of the “hair of the dog,” right?. After a night of drinking, to ease your hangover you have a drink after you wake up to help ease the pain. Well what if that drink actually matched the taste of your breakfast?. 3BR Distillery in...
South Plainfield’s 32nd Annual Labor Day 5K and Family Fitness Walk Scheduled for September 2
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The 32nd Annual South Plainfield Alliance for Substance Awareness (SPASA) and South Plainfield Education Foundation (SPEF) Labor Day 5K Run and Family Fitness Walk will take place the morning of Monday, Sept. 2. “The exciting news is the Labor Day festivities have returned to their morning start, so we are hoping for an even greater turnout than the past couple of years,” said Race Coordinator Shannon ColucciCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Set to begin and end on Lake Street next to South Plainfield Middle School, the event is open to residents of...
‘The Muppet Christmas Carol’ in Concert is coming to New Jersey
I know, I know, it’s pretty early to be thinking about Christmas, but you’re going to want to get your tickets for this event now before they run out. A holiday classic, The Muppet Christmas Carol, will be played with orchestration from the New Jersey Symphony at the State Theatre coming up this December.
Beware exploding soda cans if flying this airline in the heat
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — When taking a flight, concerns may revolve around the condition of the aircraft and its passengers, but if you’re riding Southwest Airlines this summer, you may want to inspect your drinks. About 20 Southwest Airline employees have been injured this year from exploding soda...
Eyes of the Wild brings exotic animals to the library
KENILWORTH, NJ — Eyes of the Wild, an exotic animal rescue, recently had a presentation at Kenilworth Public Library. The program offered the opportunity to learn about and view up close exotic animals. More than 40 children — and their parents — were in attendance. Presenter Samantha...
Staten Island chicken joint closes, hot dogs coming soon
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Almost a year to opening date, makers of the crispiest of the borough’s crispy chicken “burgers” has flickered from the food landscape: the Crispy Burger in the Stop ‘n’ Shop lobby of Port Richmond has fired up its final meal.
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Ram & Rooster’s Chinese-Inspired Tasting Menu Pairs Traditional Concepts With Culinary Poise
I have been closely following Ram & Rooster, a Chinese-inspired tasting menu concept that opened in the Spring, since May of 2022 when Executive Chef and Owner Sean Yan took to Instagram to announce the project. It would be a full two years until the restaurant would open—building the expectations into an almost impossible-to-surmount feat. I spoke with Yan earlier this year about the project, which further added to my excitement.
New book delves into life of famous silent film star who once called Staten Island home | Inside Out
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Seasoned author Sean Crose has penned a brand new book that explores the life of silent film actress, Mabel Normand, a native Staten Islander who spent her formative years in the North Shore community of New Brighton. Crose calls his latest work “Catholic Girl: The...
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