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Last call for East Coast Food & Wine Festival

You’ll want to purchase advance tickets for this don’t-miss event taking place June 26 and 27! Attendees at the East Coast Food & Wine Festival will sample dishes prepared with locally grown vegetables, fruits, seafood, chicken, meats and more, dished up by some of the most exciting chefs in the State and complimented by award-winning … Continue reading →

Breakfast at Meil’s

When I went to the Stockton Market a couple weekends ago, my friend and I had breakfast at Meil’s before doing our marketing. This was the pear chutney and cheddar cheese omelette.  There are lots of accompaniments to choose from (you get 2).  I chose fruit (note the yellow raspberry in the saucer), and very good multi-grain toast. … Continue reading →

Stockton Market

I finally made it to the indoor Stockton Farmers Market last weekend.  They are open Friday 11-7, Saturday 9-3, & Sunday 10-3.  My NJ WILD blogger friend, Carolyn Edelmann, went with me. She was eager to have breakfast at Meil’s, right across the street, so we enjoyed that then went to the Market. We went on … Continue reading →

Jersey Fresh at Trader Joe’s

I wondered if I would ever see local foods displayed at Trader Joe’s, and lo and behold, I found these asparagus there the other day.  I’m glad to know that even a corporate behemoth like TJ’s can make room for local products. I found these somewhere last summer too, and appreciated that they were pre-washed … Continue reading →

Eno Terra Hits the Spot

I haven’t been out to dinner much lately, but a friend and I decided to celebrate the school year’s end (and surviving our stormy winter and spring!) with dinner at Eno Terra.  What a nice dinner we had! On the left you see my appetizer of fried artichokes, which was composed of artichoke hearts, olives, basil, and … Continue reading →

Glorious Strawberries

Look what I just brought home from Whole Earth Center – locally grown organic strawberries!  Since I don’t grow my own anymore, this is a treat.  Oh, I know the farm stands likely have them (much less pick-your-own), but that’s an out-of-the way trip for me, and frankly, I’ve just kind of forgotten about strawberries, after … Continue reading →

Grow/Raise Your Own

Brought to you by Slow Food Central New Jersey! Learn to grow organic vegetables, and pasture raised chickens ard rabbits This June 12 workship is taught by Garden Educator Matt Wilkinson, who holds a degree in agricultural education from Purdue University. Let Matt show you how to sow, grow, and hoe at home! DATE: Saturday, June 12 … Continue reading →

Poussin From Griggstown Quail Farm

This is half a roasted poussin from Griggstown Quail Farm Market.  I buy them pre-marinated in herbs (there’s also a soy-ginger version), and they are reliably tender and juicy. I often keep one in my freezer, and it’s enough for 2 servings. I roast the poussin for about an hour (to 165°) on a bed of … Continue reading →

Osso Buco at Eno Terra

Hats off to Executive Chef Chris Albrecht (and the rest of the staff!) for the recent dinner at Eno Terra featuring the foods of Lombardia. (The next in the series is the Veneto, on April 21.) By the time this succulent osso buco with risotto Milanese arrived at the table, I only had room for a … Continue reading →