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Newark Chef Among 3 New Jersey Nominees For James Beard Awards Newark Chef Among 3 New Jersey Nominees For James Beard Awards
Newark Chef Among 3 New Jersey Nominees For James Beard Awards A Monmouth County restaurant and two Garden State chefs are among the nominees for the prestigious James Beard Awards. The James Beard Foundation announced the semifinalists for the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards on Wednesday, Jan 24. The awards recognize the nation's best restaurants, chefs, food writers, and others in the hospitality industry. Lita, an Iberian cuisine restaurant in Aberdeen by Chef David Viana and his girlfriend Neilly Robinson, was among the 30 semifinal nominees for the best new restaurant award. According to its website, the Route 34 restaurant spe…
These NJ Chefs Are James Beard Award Semifinalists These NJ Chefs Are James Beard Award Semifinalists
These NJ Chefs Are James Beard Award Semifinalists The semifinalists for the Restaurant and Chef James Beard Awards have officially been announced — and three of them can be found right here in the Garden State. First awarded in 1991, the James Beard Foundation’s Restaurant and Chef Awards comprise 23 culinary categories. One New Jersey chef was recognized in the ‘Outstanding Chef’ category, while two others were recognized in the ‘Best Chef’ for the entire mid-Atlantic category of DC, DE, MD, NJ, PA, and VA. Scroll down to view the New Jersey semifinalists: Outstanding Chef Shigeru Fukuyoshi, Sagami, Collingswood, NJ  Owner of the BYOB…
'Rising Star Chef' Behind New Montclair Restaurant Pasta Ramen 'Rising Star Chef' Behind New Montclair Restaurant Pasta Ramen
'Rising Star Chef' Behind New Montclair Restaurant Pasta Ramen An acclaimed chef who earned the James Beard Foundation's Rising Star Award is behind a Japanese-style Italian ramen restaurant opening imminently in Montclair. Originally launched as a pop-up, PastaRAMEN is opening its first-ever brick-and-mortar restaurant at 6 S. Fullerton Ave. on Saturday, Jan. 28, the business confirmed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pasta Ramen (@pasta__ramen) “We know you have all been waiting and we appreciate all the love and support,” reads the post. The owner/chef behind the eatery is Robbie Felice…
Owner Of Pizzeria Ranked Best In NJ Skipped College Graduation To Fly To Italy Owner Of Pizzeria Ranked Best In NJ Skipped College Graduation To Fly To Italy
Owner Of Pizzeria Ranked Best In NJ Skipped College Graduation To Fly To Italy A popular eatery open for about a decade has the best pizza in New Jersey, according to a new ranking from 24/7 Wall St. Razza Pizza Artigianale in Jersey City was ranked the best pizzeria in the Garden State. The rankings were created based on a variety of ratings, reviews, and lists. "Razza opened in 2012, but its reputation exploded in 2017 after New York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells wrote provocatively that this New Jersey pizzeria served the best pizza in New York City," 24/7 Wall St writes.  "The pies are a little larger than standard Neapolitan pizzas, but they …
Cucharamama In Hoboken Shutters After 16 Years Cucharamama In Hoboken Shutters After 16 Years
Cucharamama In Hoboken Shutters After 16 Years Cucharamama in Hoboken has closed. The 3rd and Clinton Street has been serving artisanal South American cuisine for 16 years. Chef Maricel Presilla was named "Best Chef Mid-Atlantic" by the prestigious James Beard Foundation -- making her the first NJ female chef to have received such distinction. A GoFundMe page for Cucharamama staff members out of work due COVID-19 was launched March 24, and had raised more than $10,000 in four months. Cucharamama's last day in business was Saturday. “To our amazing community, dedicated customers, family, friends and staff: We are heartbroken to announ…
10 Most Popular Pizzerias In Hudson County 10 Most Popular Pizzerias In Hudson County
10 Most Popular Pizzerias In Hudson County Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy pizza loaded with toppings? Here are 10 places you can try today in Hudson County. The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications and recommended by Daily Voice readers. Some are longtime favorites while others have only recently opened their doors. All of these pizzerias, however, are dishing up pies we think you'll love. Benny Tudino's, Hoboken: By far one of the most popular pizzerias among Daily Voice readers, Benny Tudino's has been around for nearly 40 years and boasts some massiv…