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Another hidden gem waterfront bar at the Jersey Shore
There are a few businesses in New Jersey that have the same name. I'm sure there are quite a few Sal's Pizza's in our state, for example. Most people in Central Jersey may have heard of the Wonder Bar in Asbury Park. There is also a Wonder Bar in Atlantic City.
Newest rooftop eatery is taking the Jersey Shore by storm
It’s not like Asbury Park doesn’t already have the best vibes in the world regarding nightlife and food. But is there anything as great as rooftop vibes?. Rooftops are all over New Jersey and you no longer have to drive to New York or Jersey City to get one of the coolest rooftops with some of the best food. This place is the brainchild of genius restaurateur and all-around good guy Tom McLoone,
‘America’s Best Watering Hole’ is a New Jersey Hidden Gem
New Jersey has been receiving a lot of "bests" lately, but are we surprised?. This place, in particular, has a remarkable story that goes back a while. The bar itself is a relic of Prohibition. Real rum runners would throw back a cocktail when they weren't smuggling booze. Even to...
Fisherman towed by fish, catches 135-pound tuna in Raritan Bay
One would be hard-pressed to recall the last time a bluefin tuna was caught in Raritan Bay but it happened Wednesday when a 135-pound bluefin took Steve Nosti of Holmdel for a Nantucket Sleighride - around Flynns Knoll and through the Sandy Hook Rip in Nosti's 12-foot aluminum Jon boat, the Silver Bullet. ...
Unique ‘silent’ piano concert coming to Asbury Park beach
There is an unforgettable experience that you may have heard of but never have taken part in. It’s called a silent concert. You may have seen people dancing to music with headphones on where only they are experiencing the rhythm and the beat. Well a silent concert is similar...
A new way to dine at the Jersey Shore
It's not every day that I get to experience something totally new. But on Wednesday night, I did. Sushi fans are probably familiar with omakase, a dining experience where the chef determines what you eat. There is no menu; no one takes your order. You take a seat and the meal begins....
4 New Restaurants Proposed For The Walmart Center In Freehold, NJ
The Jersey retail scene is kind of a wild one; things are constantly opening and closing without warning. For example, Big Dogs Cafe out of nowhere closed up shop, leaving thousands of us asking what happened. More on that here. Or there's the Chubby Unicorn Donut Shop, at one time...
Beaver Brown Band, coming to the Stone Pony, has jamming history with Springsteen
There was a time, in the late 1970s and early 1980s, when Rhode Island's Beaver Brown Band was one of Bruce Springsteen's favorite groups to jam with. From the Fast Lane in Asbury Park to Big Man's West in Red Bank, Springsteen played with the band 12 times from 1978 to 1982, cementing...
Jersey Shore deli owner, infectious disease doctor explain how to keep safe from listeria amid outbreak
Dr. Liu is an infectious disease specialist at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and says it’s good to ask questions, and when purchasing products, stick with those shops you trust.
New kosher eatery is literally on a New Jersey beach
I’ve written here before about a very talented pastry chef whose creations I’ve had the good fortune to enjoy. Her name is Claudia Bildirici and because I follow her on Instagram like an obsessed stalker fan, I’ve been able to keep up with what she’s been doing.
Southern-style fried chicken place plans to open 13 spots in NJ
🍗 A fried chicken franchise plans to expand its operations in New Jersey. 🍗 The plan is open 13 locations across Monmouth and Ocean counties. 🍗They specialize in fried and grilled chicken sandwiches. A famous fried chicken franchise based in Colorado since 2018, has plans to expand...
Paws And Pour Pub Crawl
Last weekend, I went to a pub crawl in Belmar called “Paws and Pour.” Designed to raise money for rescue dogs around the Jersey Shore, it consisted of seven stops. Money raised went to the local non-profit, Rescue Ridge, who was there in full force to bring awareness to what they do in finding good homes for homeless pets.
Big Joe’s favorite Italian restaurants in Monmouth and Ocean counties
In the ever-changing restaurant world here in New Jersey there are a few of my favorite Italian restaurants that have remained stable and continue to thrive. They are my go-to when I not only want a great Italian meal but the experience too. I have said it many times, we...
Parts of Jersey Shore beach to be closed for testing of contamination
Environmental regulators on Friday said “out of an abundance of caution” the state will test and remove “slag-like material” on a Jersey Shore bay beach where one advocacy group and neighbors fear hazardous lead may be present. The removal of the material will start Monday, calling...
Red Bank OKs 20 condos near train station that wipe away Mexican restaurant, framing store
RED BANK - A four-story condominium across from Red Bank’s train station was approved unanimously Wednesday night by the borough planning board. It would raze two houses on Oakland Street, the Mexican restaurant Mi Lupita’s Kitchen, a detached garage and a neighboring two-story building that currently houses 90 Degree Gallery on Bridge Avenue....
From lobster rolls to empanadas, here are some foods to try at the Monmouth County Fair
The 49th annual Monmouth County Fair is under way in Freehold Township, and there is plenty of fun to be had before its end on Sunday, July 28. There are rides, games, 4-H shows, exhibits, live entertainment and food — lots of food. ...
Lucky Again: $4M Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Hazlet Market's Second Massive Winner Of 2024
A Mega Millions ticket worth $4 million was purchased at Laurel Market on Laurel Avenue in Hazlet, the New Jersey Lottery said in a news release on Wednesday, July 24. The ticket matched five numbers and had the Megaplier of four in the drawing on Tuesday, July 23. The winning...
Finally, a Lease Sign on the Old Quaker Steak & Lube in Brick, New Jersey
The Quaker Steak & Lube building in Brick has been empty for years, it's time for something great at that location. Quaker Steak & Lube is located on Cedar Bridge Avenue in Brick, on the edge of Brick Plaza. We were just talking about how we miss it. It was always delicious and a fun restaurant.
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