Looking for ideas for a great week in New Jersey? Here are the latest happenings and local picks pulled from this week’s RSS roundup, from standout dining destinations to a stylish Atlantic City screening night.
Use these as inspiration for your next night out, date night, or weekend plan across the Garden State.
🍷 Food & Wine Festivals
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Food & Wine
There’s a Vibrant Caribbean Food Scene in East Orange
Explore the Caribbean flavors along Central Avenue in East Orange, where restaurants highlight Jamaican, Guyanese, Trinidadian, and blended island favorites. The story spotlights dishes like jerk, curry, oxtail, rice and peas, patties, and Trinidadian doubles. It also highlights neighborhood staples including O Cook Shop, A&G International Cuisine, Caribbean Queen, and Limin’s Cafe Caribe.
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Turkish Food You Must Try in Cliffside Park
Cliffside Park is packed with Turkish restaurants, with a boom that grew from longtime favorites and loyal regulars. The piece highlights Dayi’nin Yeri (with two locations in town) and recommends trying items like lebni dip, kabobs, and pides such as the sucuklu pide. It also spotlights Beyoglu Grill and its Iskender dish served with yogurt and tomato sauce.
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Where to Find Some of the Best Italian Food at the Jersey Shore
Plan a Shore dining crawl with Italian standouts in Sea Bright, Asbury Park, and Bradley Beach. The roundup highlights Anjelica’s (known for locally harvested ingredients and special-occasion dining), Brando’s Citi Cucina (including pacheri bolognese and Friday agnolotti), and Vic’s Italian Restaurant (a family-run classic with thin-crust pizza). It is a guide to memorable pasta, pizza, seafood, and old-school atmosphere by the beach.
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Food & Wine
Fair Lawn Is a Hub for Russian & Georgian Food
Fair Lawn is a major destination for Russian and Georgian cuisine, shaped by decades of community roots. The story spotlights Shoti Bread House for dishes like khachapuri and khinkali dumplings, plus specialty shopping at Broadway Food Palace and Taste of Home Russian Food. It also notes Vernissage in nearby Hawthorne, a venue serving Russian and Ukrainian food that also has live music.
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Food & Wine
Dine Around the World Without Leaving New Jersey
This statewide dining guide highlights New Jersey’s diverse restaurant neighborhoods and international food enclaves. It points readers to Italian at the Jersey Shore, Indian in Edison, Iberian in Newark, Middle Eastern in Paterson, Latin American in Union City and West New York, Caribbean in East Orange, Russian and Georgian in Fair Lawn, Turkish in Cliffside Park, and more. Use it as a starting point for planning your own global food tour across the state.
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Food & Wine
NJ Residents Abuzz Over Red Bank’s Latest Sundae Shop; More Dining News
A new dessert shop, Scoop N Scootery, debuted in Red Bank on April 25, bringing an indulgent sundae concept with signature creations like the Fat Rabbit, Vader, Murica, and Off Pudding. The shop also offers late-night delivery until midnight via its own drivers or DoorDash. The roundup also shares other openings and dining updates across the state.
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Food & Wine
More New Jersey Cafes Are Roasting Their Own Coffee Beans
More New Jersey cafes are roasting their own beans for in-store sipping and at-home brewing. The story highlights Boonton Coffee Co. and its small-batch roasting, plus Paper Plane Coffee Co. and Mesob in Montclair for freshly roasted options. It also spotlights Princeton’s Rojo’s Roastery and Jersey favorite Rook Coffee, including cold-brew concentrate and seasonal options.
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Food & Wine
Sustainability Is Taking Root at New Jersey Restaurants
This feature looks at how sustainability is shaping dining across New Jersey, from seasonal sourcing to composting and reusable programs. It spotlights Fiorentini’s seasonal menu approach and strict sourcing standards, along with other eco-conscious standouts like Mosaic, D’jeet, Gaia & Loki, and Just Salad. It also explores how local seafood, farm-to-table practices, and regenerative farming partnerships are influencing menus and customer demand.
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🎭 Theater & Shows
New Jersey This Week
Theater & Shows
Jersey ‘Jeopardy!’ Champ Jamie Ding Talks Strategy, Princeton Pride and Keeping His Cool
Lawrenceville’s Jamie Ding shares what it was like becoming a Jeopardy! sensation, including his 31 consecutive wins and the attention that followed. He talks about how he prepared, how he stayed calm while taping multiple shows a day, and the on-board strategies he used, including "knight moves" and buzzing to Ken Jennings’ voice. The interview also touches on his work in affordable housing and plans for the Tournament of Champions.
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Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino Reflects on Finding Purpose After Chaos
Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino reflects on how life has changed since Jersey Shore, including his sobriety journey and what New Jersey means to him now. He notes that the final season of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation premieres on May 7. The piece also highlights his focus on family, gratitude, and giving back through the Archangel Centers.
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Theater & Shows
Miranda Priestly Would Approve: ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Screens at AC’s Ocean Casino Resort
Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City hosted the East Coast’s only advance screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 at Ovation Hall on Wednesday night. The event included a VIP pre-party with cocktails and caviar, photo moments inspired by the film, glam touch-ups, and themed swag. The article notes the sequel opened in theaters May 1.
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👨👩👧 Family Events
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Family Event
This Allentown Victorian Was Once a Doctor’s Office - Now It’s a Dream Home
Take a look inside an 1890 Queen Anne Victorian in Allentown that was once the town doctor’s office and has since been thoughtfully renovated for a family of five. The story details updates to the historic home, including a 1,300-square-foot addition with a new primary suite, bath, laundry room, and finished basement. Design choices focused on continuity with the original character, from matching oak floors to classic trim and wainscoting.
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Is This Hoboken’s Most Cheerful Home?
This Hoboken brownstone unit got a bright, cheerful redesign inspired by Southern charm, with colorful patterns, stripes, and florals. The story walks through updates to the entry, kitchen, and living spaces, including a lively blue backsplash and a gallery wall for meaningful artwork. It also shares how the designer and homeowner collaborated to create a home that feels happy and refreshed.
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Jewelry Designer Dorian Webb Fuses the Avant-Garde With Wearability
Burlington County-born designer Dorian Webb shares how she creates fine jewelry that blends avant-garde statement pieces with everyday wearability. The story describes her process, from hand sketches to wax or CAD to casting, and her love of 18k gold. It also highlights a new collection inspired by Harriet Tubman and Webb’s focus on community and storytelling through design.
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Q&A: Dr. Ilya Kupershtein on Spine Surgery With New Jersey Spine Specialists LLC
A short Q&A featuring Dr. Ilya Kupershtein discussing innovations and developments in spine surgery. The item notes the surgeons remain at the forefront of new approaches. Click through for the full interview.
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Q&A: Dr. Nakul Rao on Vascular Surgery at Saint Peter’s University Hospital
A short Q&A with Dr. Nakul Rao sharing a recent vascular success story, including mention of the transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) procedure. Click through to read the rest of the interview.
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Q&A: Dr. Yaron A. Moshel on Neurosurgery at Morristown Medical Center
A short Q&A with Dr. Yaron A. Moshel focused on the latest treatments for brain tumors. The item notes advances through innovative care approaches. Click through for the full details.
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Q&A: Dr. Kenneth S. Miller on Treatments at Laser Vision Correction Center of New Jersey
A short Q&A with Dr. Kenneth S. Miller that mentions the Valeda Light Delivery System and notes the practice became one of the first to offer it in February 2025. Click through to read the rest.
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Q&A: Dr. Ramil S. Bhatnagar on Spine Surgery at OIBortho
A short Q&A with Dr. Ramil S. Bhatnagar discussing innovation in spine surgery. Click through for the full interview.
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