Portuguese Chef Draws On Family Recipes At New Jersey Shore Restaurant 'Lita' Portuguese Chef Draws On Family Recipes At New Jersey Shore Restaurant 'Lita'
Portuguese Chef Draws On Family Recipes At New Jersey Shore Restaurant 'Lita' A new restaurant featuring Portuguese fare is coming to the Jersey Shore this winter. At Lita, Chef David Viana says he plans to draw on his family recipes. The modern Iberian restaurant will be located at 1055 Route 34 in Aberdeen Township. Steeped in tradition, influenced by the French and the Mediterranean, and inspired by the spices of the East Indies, the food of Portugal can be beautifully described as simple and satisfying, the restaurant says on its website. Chef David is excited to use his talents and perspective, "to bring new life to a cuisine that has suffered years of neglect…
Sip, Sip Hooray: Arlington Couple To Open Friendly Spot For Wine Lovers Sip, Sip Hooray: Arlington Couple To Open Friendly Spot For Wine Lovers
Sip, Sip Hooray: Arlington Couple To Open Friendly Spot For Wine Lovers Arlington wine buffs will soon enjoy a new spot in town, all thanks to one local couple. Jackie and Philippe Loustaunau are opening their dream restaurant and wine shop, after years of cultivating connections with neighbors and wine connoisseurs, according to their website.  They are hoping this spot serves as a way to take intimidation out of wine and provide what they know about great drinks and foods, to their community. The restaurant and shop will be located on the ground floor of J Sol apartments at 4000 Fairfax Drive and expected to be open in September, according to A…
Rappers Megan Thee Stallion, Pardi Dine At North Jersey Restaurant Rappers Megan Thee Stallion, Pardi Dine At North Jersey Restaurant
Rappers Megan Thee Stallion, Pardi Dine At North Jersey Restaurant Megan Thee Stallion and Pardi were spotted at a North Jersey restaurant last week. Oceanos Oyster Bar & Grill on Saddle River Road in Fair Lawn posted a photo of the rappers to its Facebook and Instagram pages on Thursday, May 19. In a private wine room, the couple enjoyed $50 shots of tequila and dined on platters of upscale seafood, NorthJersey.com reports. "They were very nice," co-owner Nikolaos Panteleakis told Daily Voice. Pardi shared a video on Instagram of them toasting surrounded by bottles of wine.
This Is The Best Expensive Restaurant In Maryland, Website Says This Is The Best Expensive Restaurant In Maryland, Website Says
This Is The Best Expensive Restaurant In Maryland, Website Says You went to a fancy restaurant and now you're a few hundred bucks in the hole. Here's the thing: The food wasn't great. Eat This, Not That has compiled a list of the best most expensive restaurant in every state to make sure that the Beef Wellington and lobster ravioli really are worth every penny spent. In Maryland, that's a restaurant called "Charleston" — the place for fine dining, Eat This Not That says.  "The menu changes daily based on what's fresh, and you can choose from three-, four-, five-, or six-course prix fixe options for $89 to $146 per person (or $149 to $260 with wine…
New Connecticut Vineyard Praised For Wine Selection, Scenic Location New Connecticut Vineyard Praised For Wine Selection, Scenic Location
New Connecticut Vineyard Praised For Wine Selection, Scenic Location A new Connecticut vineyard is seeing praise for its wine selection and scenic location. Stappa Vineyard hosted its grand opening in New Haven County in July. The vineyard is located at 403 Derby Ave. in Orange. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @stappavineyard The business was founded by three sisters.  "Stappa Vineyard is not only a winery, it is a way of life," the owners shared on the business' website. "We harvest with our children and our pets." The menu also includes chardonnay, Marquette, Cayuga White and more. The owner…
‘Seasons 52’ Grill And Wine Bar Sets Opening Date For New Morris County Restaurant ‘Seasons 52’ Grill And Wine Bar Sets Opening Date For New Morris County Restaurant
‘Seasons 52’ Grill And Wine Bar Sets Opening Date For New Morris County Restaurant Grill and wine bar Seasons 52 has set a date for its first location in Morris County. The restaurant — where each and every meal is under 595 calories — is opening May 14 at 1402 Route 10 in Parsippany. With existing Garden State locations in Bridgewater, Cherry Hill, Edison and Princeton, Seasons 52 offers a variety of classic menu options in conjunction with creative cocktails and happy hour specials. Meanwhile, the restaurant’s name isn’t just for show — the Seasons 52 menu changes throughout the year to give guests the ultimate seasonal and healthy dining experience. “The restaurant…
Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Steak, Seafood Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Steak, Seafood
Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Steak, Seafood It can be hard to stay fresh when you’re a 10-year-old restaurant, but Insignia Prime Steak and Sushi is pulling it off nicely. Insignia is a high-end steakhouse in Smithtown that also serves sushi, elaborate cocktails, and has a wine list that boasts more than 500 labels. The restaurant offers prime dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood. On Tuesday and Sunday, price fixe menus are also available. Part of the Anthony Scotto Restaurants group, Insignia stays inline with and upholds Scotto’s reputation for creating posh restaurants that serve gourmet foods. Scotto’s other restaurants inclu…
Save On Wine, More Wine, And All The Accessories You Need To Enjoy It Save On Wine, More Wine, And All The Accessories You Need To Enjoy It
Save On Wine, More Wine, And All The Accessories You Need To Enjoy It Whether you are a wine connoisseur or just like to enjoy a glass to wind down at the end of the day, we think you'll want to get in on these vino must-haves that are all on sale right now. World Wine Tour CollectionWorld Wine Tour 1. World Wine Tour Collection: 18 Bottles of Wine + Free Shipping It's always smart to have a bottle of wine on hand, whether that's to drink it yourself or to give as a gift. With this deal from the World Wine Tour Collection, you'll have more than enough bottles to share or keep. You'll get 18 half-price bottles of wine from countries including Spain, Italy,…
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates Tommy's Tavern + Tap has announced opening dates for its new Clifton and Princeton locations. The Princeton location will open Nov. 18, and the Clifton location will open Dec. 14. Tommy's has three other locations in Sea Bright, Freehold and Staten Island. Menu items include wings, burgers, soups, sandwiches, pizza, flatbread, sushi, specialty cocktails, beer and wine.
This Hamburg Restaurant Is Jersey's Most Expensive, Ranking Says This Hamburg Restaurant Is Jersey's Most Expensive, Ranking Says
This Hamburg Restaurant Is Jersey's Most Expensive, Ranking Says Restaurant Latour serves up delectable French and New American dishes made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients under the supervision of chef Aishling Stevens. Also boasting a wine cellar that's won Wine Spectator’s Grand Award every year since 2006, you can certainly get a fine meal at this Hamburg restaurant.  But it'll cost you.  The Daily Meal compiled a list of the most expensive restaurants in every state, with Restaurant Latour leading the pack in New Jersey. Located in the sprawling Crystal Springs golf and culinary resort, the restaurant offers a five-course tasting…
Old Fields Barbecue In Huntington Keeps Menu Simple With Meats, Sides, Sauce, Bread Old Fields Barbecue In Huntington Keeps Menu Simple With Meats, Sides, Sauce, Bread
Old Fields Barbecue In Huntington Keeps Menu Simple With Meats, Sides, Sauce, Bread Old Fields Barbecue, located at 15 New Street in Huntington, is quickly becoming a staple for Southern-style meats and sides. Despite its recent opening in Spring of 2017, Old Fields, a brand established in 1956, seems to have perfected the art of serving smoked, savory proteins like beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, ribs, pork sausage and pulled chicken. Other Southern-style soul foods, including burgers, fried chicken and blackened Mahi, are also available. As for side options, guests can take their pick from some classic homestyle selections like cornbread, coleslaw, red-skinne…
Gerardi’s Bar And Grill Offers Wide Range Of American Favorites In Heart Of Hauppauge Gerardi’s Bar And Grill Offers Wide Range Of American Favorites In Heart Of Hauppauge
Gerardi’s Bar And Grill Offers Wide Range Of American Favorites In Heart Of Hauppauge A swipe through the Twitter feed of Gerardi's Bar and Grill newly opened in Hauppauge will not only make you hungry, but long for old Hollywood. "Elvis appreciated a good sammie and would have LOVED" is posted with a picture of the King biting into one is posted next to ones you might try at the new eatery which serves American cuisine and seasonal fare. A turkey club and chicken BLT tell part of the story. For a lighter appetite, there's a tapas menu with a host of options, from baked clams to bacon-wrapped scallops, and "Lollipop Duo" of crusted lamb chops or roasted chicken lollipops ser…