Best Places to Eat

Several years ago my wife and I were driving down South Le Brea Avenue in Los Angeles when out of the corner of my eye I caught the words “Rita Flora Kitchen”. Without saying a word, I jumped out of the car and ran across the street dodging oncoming vehicles. Unscathed, I bolted right up [...]

Not so many years ago there were tons of small eclectic coffee bars all over the country. Each one had it’s own funky identity. They were places you could chill out and stretch your mind on some Andre Gide or just hang out with friends and inhale eight double espressos. They were awesome.

In the 90’s [...]

One of my fondest childhood memories is going to Canters in Los Angeles for a giant corned beef sandwich and pickles. The sandwiches were huge, and I used to slap on a ton of mustard. Those were the days.
When I moved to Manhattan back in the 80’s to attend NYU, I couldn’t find a deli [...]

I’ve been going to Tinga Taqueria in Millburn, New Jersey for years. It’s definitely my go to place when I’m in need of a serious taco fix. It’s also a very friendly establishment. Mexican food minus the attitude. Many of the staff members even know my name. Jesse. That’s big for me.

So what’s so [...]

I never got a chance to experience Grunnings. From what I’ve heard, it was a local ice cream shop on South Orange Avenue in South Orange. I’m told it was a destination for families and local teens to get a bite.
So, why am I writing about a topic I know nothing about? Well, I [...]

I find it very interesting that there are so many homes for sale on Hobart Avenue in Short Hills. Perhaps a coincidence. Perhaps a sign.

Short Hills has been largely immune to the market downturn. An anomaly of sorts. On paper the local market is strong — but I have a strange feeling.
Digging this [...]

Northern New Jersey is more than just big box stores, plastic surgery, second season of Friends hair and divorce attorneys.
It’s a place where generations have grown up and stayed. Stayed to raise their families. Where traditions are passed down, and people enjoy spending leisure time together.

One place you’ll see this in full effect is at [...]

Forget about Whole Foods and Kings when it comes to buying cheese. Try the Summit Cheese Shop . Located right across the street from the Summit Train Station, this Summit institution has the most amazing selection of European and American cheeses.

Unlike many chain stores, The Cheese Shop’s owners Paul and Pamela Pappas have a wealth [...]

I can officially say that Cianci has the best Tuna fish sanwich in Millburn. They call it the Blue Marine — and it’s fierce. No relish. Lots of onion. Yeah that’s right.

This morning, however, I was Jonzing for a Ham Egg & Cheese Crepe — and like usual Cianci came through in a big way. [...]