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Lifestyle
Drummer Turned American Dream Mall Executive Chef Competing On 'Chopped' This Week
John Thomas doesn't have any stories about cooking with his nonna. He doesn't have a degree from any fancy culinary school, and his childhood dream was never to become a professional cook. And yet, the 35-year-old Clifton dad landed himself a pretty sweet gig as the executive chef of Gameroom Eats at the American Dream Mall. This week, he'll be going up against some of the best chefs in the region on Food Network's "Chopped" cooking competition, for a chance to win $10,000. Thomas' episode, called "Celtuce Setbacks," airs Tuesday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. John Tashiro "Cooking was never my fi…
Lifestyle
2 NJ Hot Dog Spots Named Among 'Best Around NYC'
Popular NYC food blog Eater New York has compiled a new list of 27 hot dogs around the city deemed “superior,” and among them are two Garden State spots. Clifton classic Rutt’s Hut is renowned for its original “rippers,” dogs named for the sound they make when the casing cracks during the eatery’s unique deep-frying process. Rutt’s, a staple since its opening in 1928, has been featured in national television programs and publications including USA Today, several Food Network series and the Travel Channel’s ‘Deep Fried Paradise.’ Top your Rutt’s hot dog with the spot’s mustard-relish sauce…
Business
Food Writer 'Obsessed' With New Jersey Hot Dogs Runs Down Best In State
One is a lesser-known spot a busy highway. Another is highly-acclaimed by the late Anthony Bourdain. All of the hot dog spots Robert Simonson included in his article "Why I’m Obsessed With New Jersey Hot Dogs" have one thing in common: They're each uniquely delicious. Simonson makes the case that New Jersey's dogs are just better than anywhere else. Even the dogs in New York are comparable to the ones he ate growing up in the Midwest, he said. These spots are the ones to try in New Jersey, according to Simonson's report: Hot Dog Johnny's (Belvidere) Jimmy Buff's (West Orange, Kenilworth…
Business
Rutt's Hut In Clifton Named Best Hot Dog In America
North Jersey residents don't have to go far for the best hot dog in the U.S. The ever-popular Ripper from the River Road eatery eatery was named the cream of the crop by food website the Daily Meal. "This iconic wiener starts as a normal hot dog that is then deep-fried, causing the crispy casing to split," the website said. "But the key to this dish's success is in the sauce — or relish, to be exact. Rutt’s Hut has a secret recipe for the garnish, which includes a mixture of mustard and spices." The original Rutt's Hut stand opened in 1928 and quickly gained popularity for their crunchy…
Lifestyle
Rutt's Hut Gets Shoutout From Teary-Eyed Jonas Brothers Suffering Through Hot Wings Show
The task was simple: Explain a New Jersey hot dog. But doing it was nearly impossible for the three Jonas Brothers. The Wyckoff natives had just sampled one of the hottest hot sauces in the world for an episode of First We Feast's YouTube interview series "Hot Ones." Kevin Jonas, the eldest and only brother who still lives in the Garden State, certainly made North Jerseyans proud when he name-dropped Clifton hot dog institution Rutt's Hut in his answer. "It is just amazing," he said, as brothers Nick and Joe commiserated with burning mouths and watering eyes. The brothers kicked off the …
Business
Bergen County Eateries Named To List Of NJ's 50 Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants
The food is cheap but good, and if you're not from the area, you wouldn't know the place exists. Hole-in-the-wall eateries are hidden gems of sorts, and NJ.com is running down the 50 best in the state. Here are the restaurants in Bergen and Passaic counties that made the list. Chefski's, Wallington: "Call it comfort food heaven, Polish style." Cosmo's Salumeria, Hackensack: "If you can't figure out what "sopp'' and "capp" are, you're in the wrong place." Rutt's Hut, Clifton: "You really don't want to go there unless you crave what cook Bill Chrisafinis calls "petrified'' hot dogs." Peck P…