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Last Updated September 13, 2022

New Jersey restaurant happenings and food news you need to know.

Support Growing Locally with Fresh-Cut Organic Flowers from North Slope Farm

Many folks across the state embrace locally and sustainably grown produce. It’s time to widen the net to include flowers, grown the same way.

Danny Childs Invites Readers to Explore the World of Slow Drinks

The book invites readers to explore the natural world for ingredients for “meads, country wines, beers, sodas, tinctures, shrubs, and more.”

In Celebration of Barns at Terhune Orchards

The iconic image of a barn is a slice of life—past, present, and future.

New Jersey’s Two River Mushroom Broth

Gold Product of the Year

Scratch-Made Jamaican Sauces from Morgan's Island Grill

“This is home cooking. It’s not a restaurant; it’s coming over to my house. We have an open kitchen. If we have to hide, we’re doing something wrong.”

Meals on the New Jersey Trails

A chance to enjoy a picnic with a view.

Grab Your New Jersey Wine Passport

Who says you have to travel out of the country to enjoy great wines?

New Jersey Breweries Bring Home Top Honors from the 2023 World Beer Cup

Hometown Champs

Elijah’s Promise Works to Harness the Power of Food to Break the Cycle of Poverty

Making Good on a Promise

Jersey Shore Boardwalk Bites

These tasty classics got their start on Jersey Shore boardwalks—and can still be enjoyed there today. Traveling north to south, check these novelty New Jersey treats off your “must-try” list...

In Search of a Steward: Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse

The Whites have also become known for their commitment to regenerative farming, the humane treatment of animals, and use of heritage grain, now it's time to move on.

Support Local New Jersey Food Banks through the Bake for Good Initiative

I thought this would be a great way to have people think about their local bakeries and support the food bank

Wicked Cool Wellness Encourages a Holistic Lifestyle

Steven Van Zandt: from small screen to small business owner

Edible Jersey Wins "Best Feature Story"

Edible Jersey was recently honored with the 2022 Edible Communities “Best of Edible” award for Best Feature Story. “Heart and Soil,”

Holiday Baking Days

’Tis the season for preparing those holiday baked goods that friends and family swoon over

The New Ferry Park at the Cape May Ferry Terminal

Turning a terminal into a destination.

LocalShare NJ Rescues and Distributes Surplus Food from Farms

LocalShare NJ, a program of the Foodshed Alliance, has one main mission: rescue surplus food from farms and provide it to families in need.

ProStart Invitational gives Students the Chance to Earn Culinary-and Hospitality-Based Scholarships

Students in the culinary arts matchup created a three-course meal in fewer than 60 minutes using only butane burners—no electricity is permitted.

Dining Al Fresco in New Jersey

Soak up those summer nights on the patio or deck with these warm-weather items for the perfect al fresco dinner party.

New Jersey's Sustainable Spring Essentials

Start the warm-weather season by going green. In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Edible Jersey spoke with refill markets around the state to bring you this sustainable, spring-essentials...

Misty Meadow’s Lamb Camp Returns

Come join us with your child or children for a lamb hugging and cuddling event experience

How to Bring Bland Cabinetry to Life

Cooking in Color

A Farmer’s Life: Notes from Terhune Orchards.

One Farmer, Decades of Stories

Andre’s Lakeside Dining Supports Staying Sober in the Restaurant Industry

A Feast for Ben's Friends

The Battle to Legalize the Sale of Home-Baked Goods in New Jersey

A Boom for Bakers

New Jersey Bans Single-Use Plastic Bags

We all need to remember to bring our own bags

Ramblin’ Sol Farm is Putting Down Roots in Cream Ridge

Ramblin’ Sol Farm in Cream Ridge is moving to a new home this winter, and farmers/owners Hannah Conner and Joe Soto couldn’t be happier.

Hawk Haven Vineyards and Winery in Rio Grande Adds Hard Cider

Last spring, the winery released its first hard cider, crafted from New Jersey Fuji and Golden Delicious apples.

Everything You Need to Know about Pizza

Anyone who has ever seen Dan Richer in action knows that this is one passionate pizza maker.

Nana Milena’s New Jersey Wine Biscuits

The New Jersey wine industry has many things to celebrate these days.

Chef David Burke Leads By Example

We are leading by example and passion; hopefully that is contagious

Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival 2021

Growing a Movement

New Jersey Food Tour Trail Makes Its Debut

As we look forward to a vaccinated and reopening world, there are many things to be excited for, especially on the food and drink front.

Love Among the Vines at William Heritage and Sharrott Wineries

We make each other better winemakers.

Italian Ice, DiCosmo's Style

What's the secret to DiCosmo's delicious treat?

Gingerbread Wonderland at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Dec. 5-31

The Gingerbread Wonderland at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morristown will look a little different this year

Beneduce Vineyards introduces Acqua Pazza

A lower-alcohol beverage with a sense of fun

New Jersey Restaurant Openings

Opening restaurants in the midst of a global pandemic

Cooking Up Change

Rider University creates a cookbook to honor the women who fought for the right to vote

Apple Crumb Bake

Shared by Carol Murphy, Assemblywoman, 7th Legislative District of New Jersey This is a recipe that was shared with me by my Aunt Jo before she passed away. When I make this for holidays or dinner...

Toques in Black: 101 Black Chefs in America - New Cookbook Features New Jersey's Chef Jesse Jones

Black chefs are rare in the fine-dining world.

Hunterdon 579 Trail

Say hello to the cows and llamas of Hunterdon County.

Restaurants Hit Hard by COVID-19

New Jersey’s restaurant industry has been devastated by the Covid-19 crisis.

New Beginning for B&B Farms

Amid the throes of the pandemic, one of the state’s most respected farms marks a new beginning.

Danny Childs Nominated for IACP Award

We are pleased to share some exceptionally good news—at a time when good news is especially welcome.

Earth Day Events

Protesting environmental ignorance and demanding a new way forward

College of St. Elizabeth's Food Recovery Program

More than 40% of food in the US ends up in the trash,

Cannonball Cuvee Aims to Save the Planet, One Wine at a Time

Chris Cannon is back with another big idea.

On The Rise: Jersey City

Everything is hitting new heights in Jersey City—especially the food

New Book - Dinner at the Club: 100 Years of Stories and Recipes from South Philly’s Palizzi Social Club

The rules of the Palizzi Social Club In South Philly are specific: Members Only & Cash Only. Proper Attire Required. Do Not Linger Outside The Front Stoop. Eat A Lot, Drink More, And Mostly: Be Social...

The Eternal Feast: Exhibit at Princeton University Art Museum

As we prepare our feasts this holiday season, the Princeton University Art Museum offers visitors an opportunity to look back at the significant role played by feasts in another era.

Cooking Companions: Jewish Family Service

More than 9 percent of U.S. seniors (age 60+) are considered food insecure

Edible Jersey 2020

Since launching in 2007, Edible Jersey has celebrated local food of the Garden State.

SAVORING SIMPLICITY – CANAL HOUSE: COOK SOMETHING

A crash course in no-fuss cooking for every occasion.

HELPING THE HUNGRY: ACTION AGAINST HUNGER FOOD DRIVE

On Sunday, October 6, locations throughout Bergen, Essex, Passaic and Morris counties will be accepting donations of non-perishable foods to help feed the hungry.

CIDER WEEKS

The resurgence of the hard-cider industry in the Northeast over the past 10 years is closely related to today’s local food movement.

OATLY OAT MLK RETURNS

If you’ve jumped on the oat milk trend, the Swedish brand Oatly has likely been your drink of choice.

DINNER BY DESIGN: MONTCLAIR DESIGN WEEK

Montclair is well known for its variety of food venues, from Brazilian to Ethiopian to a great cheeseburger On Thursday, October 24th, as part of the second annual Montclair Design Week (October 18–...