My friend got a surprise when this bruschetta pizza was delivered to our table at Osteria Procaccini in Kingston. We’d been so busy chatting that it hadn’t really registered when the waitress made a point of saying it was an uncooked topping as my friend ordered it. The pizza is quite cool, therefore, although the … Continue reading
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Love is on the plate
Tre Piani restaurant in Forrestal Village (that’s their delicoius chocolate-raspberry roulade at left) will be open on Sunday February 12 especially for Valentine’s Day dinner, 4:00-9:00pm. Reservations suggested 609-452-1515. (Of course, they are also open on the 14th!) Brothers Moon in Hopewell celebrates with their 11th annual “Aphrodisiac Menu,” chock full of yummy dishes. 609-333-1330. … Continue reading
Za Reopens with Lobster Bliss
After a five-month post hurricane hiatus, Za Restaurantin Pennington reopens today. When I read about their hurriane damage last August, I was heartbroken for them, as they’d just expanded, increasing their indoor seating from 38 to 76 people. But when life gives you lemons… The shopping center where Za is housed needed extensive foundation repair, … Continue reading
Gnocchi with Short Ribs at Metro North Grill
What a pleasant surprise this dish at Metro North Grill in Princeton was! I blush to admit it was my first time there. It was one of three entrée choices at a recent family luncheon I attended in the private upstairs area, and even though I planned to cook short ribs at home that evening … Continue reading
FYI – Dine With Pat
In case you didn’t know, my food writing colleague Pat Tanner has her own blog now, Dine With Pat. She’s writing about food and dining in the Garden State, and I know we’ll all be royally entertained, as it lets us hear more of her own “voice” than is expressed when one is writing for … Continue reading
RSA Seafood Dinner at Tre Piani Friday Night
Sure wish I could be at Friday’s RSA dinner at Tre Piani! Here’s the scoop from chef/owner Jim Weaver: Slow Food RSA Seafood Dinner (Restaurant supported agriculture) Friday April 8, 2011 $35.00 per RSA passport holder or Slow Food member $45.00 at the door if available The menu will include a tasting of three east … Continue reading
Spring Menu at The Brothers Moon
The Brothers Moon in Hopewell has introduced their spring menu, and it looks to be a winner. Take a look at these entrées; I’m lusting after the Barnegat scallops with Mangalista pork, myself. There are a lot of local products being used here, too which is nice. Risotto of local corn shoots with ricotta, Parmesan and … Continue reading
Princeton Farmers Market News (& Shout Out to Blue Point Grill/Nassau Street Seafood)
Here are some upcoming events from the Princeton Farmers Market: April 2 – at the Updike Farmstead at 354 Quaker Road, Princeton. 11:00am – “Talk With Your Farmer” with Jess Niederer of ChickadeeCreek Farm and Stanley Skeba of J & L Family Farm. The will share how they became farmers and how they are preparing … Continue reading
Pi = Pie at Rocky Hill Inn
The Rocky Hill Inn has caught Pi Day fever! This weekend (March 11-14), you can enjoy a piece of pie for $3.14, a bit of a bargain for a restaurant dessert for sure! I also noticed a very clever cocktail menu there with historical names, when I was enjoying one of their award-winning burgers recently. How about a … Continue reading
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The Alchemist & Barrister Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with an event to benefit The Colin Pascik Road to Recovery Fund. Compete in the Longbeard Contest (or look on with a pint and a burger), a Princeton tradition for three decades, and help to raise funds to help a valiant Marine. It’s all happening at the … Continue reading
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