Food & Drink
By JAMES OCHOA
March 19, 2023
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Although snow and winter weather advisories were made just last week, the first day of spring is tomorrow, Monday, March 20. Besides blooming flowers and chirping birds, springtime calls for warmer weather and sweet, cold treats - like ice cream. A nice spring day stroll through ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Let’s face it, Presidents’ Day is a federal holiday that is often looked over. Although schools, banks and the post office will be closed and many retailers promote some sort of Presidents' Day sale, many deserving of a break from the trials and tribulations of the real world will ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Whether you are watching the Super Bowl solely for the halftime show, the funny commercials, or forgot you live in New Jersey and decided to cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles, the game is best enjoyed in the company of friends, family, other football fans, and good food. Fortunately, ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - TAPinto Ridgewood readers have spoken and the winners of our 2023 Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week poll are tabulated. For favorite sit-down restaurant, Park West Tavern was the selection. And for favorite grab-n-go, Kimchi Smoke was chosen. Congratulations to our ...
SkinnyDipped® is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of SkinnyDipped® Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almond 3.5oz and SkinnyDipped® Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Cashew 3.5oz due to an undeclared peanut allergen in an ingredient from a raw material supplier. The products were sold at Target, Amazon, ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The second part of Ridgewood Restaurant Weeks is set to begin on Sunday with 19 locations offering a mix of special deals and menus to enjoy. TAPinto Ridgewood wants to know which special menu is your favorite. Cast your vote for the best locations in our survey here. From ...
BRICK, NJ — Brick, New Jersey-based Corim Industries announced on Thursday that it is voluntarily recalling the following peanut butter hot chocolate products because they may contain undeclared peanut. While no illnesses or death have been reported to day, the company cautioned consumers with ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Restaurant week has started in the village with 19 locations offering a special menu or deal to local foodies. Whether you're in the mood for a traditional Italian dinner or looking to celebrate with ice cream, there's something for everyone. TAPinto Ridgewood wants to know what ...
NEW YORK, NY - Volunteers and organizers assembled at Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square to ring the closing bell, recognizing their efforts providing 8,000 meals per week to those in need across northern New Jersey. More than $4 million in funding has been provided by the New Jersey Economic ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - In the past year, over 200,000 readers have visited TAPinto Ridgewood, with more than 380,000 individual views on our stories. From the latest on decisions made by the council to the inaugural season of Ridgewood High School’s girls flag football team, our reporters were in the ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - If you’re a local foodie, you’ve got a lot to be excited about for 2023. Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Annual Restaurant Weeks January 15-19 and 22-26. From classic Italian to traditional American, there is something for everyone. Participating locations will be ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – If you’re looking for a place to celebrate the start of 2023, you don’t have to go any further than local restaurants in Ridgewood’s downtown. From special prix fixe menus to music and parties going past midnight, Ridgewood Ave has all you could possibly need for a memorable start ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Cooking is exhausting - grocery shopping, prepping, actually cooking and then the worst part… cleaning up. Fortunately, many of Ridgewood’s restaurants are open on Christmas Eve and some are ready to welcome you on Christmas Day to minimize the hassle in your kitchen. Diners ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - These Grinch Cake Mix Cookies are easy and festive. "Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more! Welcome Christmas. Bring your cheer, Cheer to all Whos, far and near. Christmas Day is in our grasp So long as ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Bergen County food banks got a huge boost this Thanksgiving thanks to a coordinated effort between Ridgewood Feed the Frontlines – Helping Those in Need, local restaurants, Ridgewood police and fire departments, and dozens of volunteer drivers. A record 5,000 meals were collected ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Ice sculptures, candy canes, and caroling choirs are sure to get you in the holiday spirit at the Ridgewood Guild’s 13th Winterfest is this Saturday. Van Neste Square will be transformed into a winter wonderland with carnival games, hay rides, story telling by elves and, of course, ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – You know better than to show up empty-handed to Thanksgiving, but not sure what to bring? According to manners expert Emily Post, a hostess gift is a thoughtful way to thank to host for their hospitality. It should be simple, but useful for entertaining. Common hostess gifts ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Looking to try out a new cranberry recipe this Thanksgiving? Here's one that's not just healthy, it's also a time-tested two-thumbs up hit from nutritionist Stacey Antine, M,S., R.D.N, founder of HealthBarn USA in Ridgewood. "I would love for people to give up the cranberry mold ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Preparing the Thanksgiving turkey this yea? Here are some tips to make sure you thaw and cook it properly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), food handling errors and inadequate cooking are the most common problems that lead to poultry-associated ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Crumb cakes sold at Whole Foods are under voluntary recall for potentially containing undeclared nuts, according to manufacturer Boston Baking. The 3-ounce, individually wrapped packages of Boston Baking Mini Cinnamon Crumb Cakes food snacks sold exclusively at Whole Foods ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Ridgewood Feed the Frontlines, an organization that delivers ready-to-eat meals to first responders, community groups and people in need, is seeking volunteer drivers for the month of December. The initiative, a collaboration between the HealthBarn Foundation, the Ridgewood ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Thanksgiving is just a week away and Ridgewood restaurants, bakeries, and shops are at the ready with everything you need to put together a feast to remember. From fully catered meals to sides and desserts, here’s a look at some top Thanksgiving picks from TAP into RIdgewood readers ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A nationwide turkey shortage has driven up the price of this year's Thanksgiving dinner and may make it difficult to find a bird big enough to feed your guests. To the rescue: TAP into Ridgewood's 2022 Turkey Buying Guide—a look at where you can find fresh and frozen turkeys in and ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Food pantries across Bergen County have seen a sharp decline in food donations making phase three of Sustain and Serve NJ even more critical. With more people returning to work, the need for volunteers is at an all-time high. Representatives from HealthBarn, Ridgewood Chamber of ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The wait is finally over. La Terrazza at Felina is open, giving Ridgewood its first rooftop bar that merges outdoor dining, an eclectic selection of libations, and award-winning Italian cuisine. The focus will be on crafting award-winning cocktails for the immediate future, with ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The central business district seemed especially empty Thursday evening, besides the occasional group of friends strolling through Main Street or couples sitting on the benches in Memorial Park. But that is going to change in the next few weeks. According to Ridgewood residents ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy signed a new law Wednesday that extends outdoor dining in New Jersey until November 2024. "There are restaurants and bars and growing numbers of breweries that are still relying on the outdoor dining spaces they were allowed to create to get themselves back ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Wonder—an exciting new home dining experience combining the convenience of delivery and the quality of dine-in—is expanding its service to Ridgewood. Offering an amazing experience and exceptional food, Wonder's delicious, restaurant-quality dishes are cooked on mobile restaurant ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - After receiving New Jersey Governor’s Jefferson Medallion for outstanding community service as a volunteer group in late June for its privately fundraised Healing Meals program, HealthBarn was announced as a recipient in the third phase of New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From July through September, it is the prime time to pick your own peaches right here in New Jersey. Lucky for Morris County residents, there is a local farm in Chester that offers daily peach crop picking. You can pick them directly from the tree. Check online for daily ...