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Flight Attendant's Restaurant Among 3 Philly Eateries Named To NY Times 'Best In America' List Flight Attendant's Restaurant Among 3 Philly Eateries Named To NY Times 'Best In America' List
Flight Attendant's Restaurant Among 3 Philly Eateries Named To NY Times 'Best In America' List The "New York Times" has compiled a list of 50 best restaurants in America. Three of those are based in Philadelphia, and they're all new, having opened sometime since 2022. The Philadelphia restaurants on the NYT list are: El Chingon, a Mexican restaurant at 1524 S 10th Street View this post on Instagram A post shared by el chingon Philly (@elchingonphilly) Chef Juan Carlos "takes us home to the Pueblan kitchen where his mother taught him to cook," Nikita Richardson writes. "El Chingon doesn’t clamor for attention or traffic in gimmicks; …

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
NJ Restaurants Named Favorites In America By Rachael Ray Show Staffers NJ Restaurants Named Favorites In America By Rachael Ray Show Staffers
NJ Restaurants Named Favorites In America By Rachael Ray Show Staffers Not one, not two, but six New Jersey restaurants made the Rachael Ray Show's list of best restaurants in the US. The top picks come from Ray's cast members. "We are huge foodies here at the show, so as you can imagine, we spend a lot of time trying out restaurants all over the country," the article reads. "We asked some of our staff to share their favorite spots—and their choices should definitely be added to your restaurant must-try list." The Garden State digs on the list include: Bakehouse by Joe Murphy, New Providence View this post on Instagram …

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Olympian Who Trained In NJ Bringing Peruvian Restaurant To Amazon's New Virginia Headquarters Olympian Who Trained In NJ Bringing Peruvian Restaurant To Amazon's New Virginia Headquarters
Olympian Who Trained In NJ Bringing Peruvian Restaurant To Amazon's New Virginia Headquarters An Olympic rower who spent three years training in New Jersey is bringing the restaurant that he opened as a food truck with his brother 10 years ago to Amazon's new Virginia headquarters this summer. Giuseppe Lanzone, who trained as a rower with Team USA in Princeton from 2006 to 2009, and Mario Lanzone, say the opportunity to bring Peruvian Brothers to HQ2 in Arlington was one they couldn't turn down. “We came [to America] to look for a better future,” the former Olympian said. “I feel like I am living the American Dream... and we are still trying to achieve that every day.” The brother…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Five Best Kept Secrets Of Atlantic City That Only Locals Know Five Best Kept Secrets Of Atlantic City That Only Locals Know
Five Best Kept Secrets Of Atlantic City That Only Locals Know While most head to Atlantic City for the shores, casinos, and nightlife, there are several hidden gems that few know to unearth — save for the locals. Here’s some tips from those in the know about some secrets to “Monopoly City:” Some of the best restaurants are outside the casinos Many will stick to the crap tables and enjoy the upstairs buffet, but Atlantic City is home to several acclaimed restaurants, including Tony’s Baltimore Grill for seafood, Capriccio for classic Italian fare, and Donato’s Famous Bake Shop for those with a sweet tooth craving dessert. Chicken and Waffles fro…

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by Daily Voice
Lifestyle
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…

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by Valerie Musson
Obituaries
Jersey Shore Owner Of Circus Drive-In Dies At 95 Jersey Shore Owner Of Circus Drive-In Dies At 95
Jersey Shore Owner Of Circus Drive-In Dies At 95 The founding owner of the Circus Drive-In diner known for its 12-foot clown sign has died at the age of 95. Richard J. “Dick” Friedel, who founded the 64-year-old eatery on Route 35 in Wall Township, died on Oct. 27, his obituary said. The Circus Drive-In was demolished in 2018. It featured car-door service that included seafood, burgers and shakes. He was born in Bogota, NJ, and was married for 53 years. Friedel’s first job was a Revlon salesman, but was best known as the owner of the Circus Drive-In for 49 years until his wife Bobbi passed away in 2004, his obituary said.  Generat…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
NJ Beach Named Among 25 Best In America NJ Beach Named Among 25 Best In America
NJ Beach Named Among 25 Best In America You don't have to go to Hawaii to find a great beach. Well, you can — or you can stay right here in New Jersey. Not only is Asbury Park a good beach, it's among the 25 best in America, TravelAndLeisure.com says. Privacy, accessible parking, boardwalk and public transportation are just some of the factors the website looked at in choosing the best beaches in the country. "Stretching about a mile along New Jersey's Atlantic coast, Asbury Park Beach is a lively, clean, white-sand beach. Sunbathing, swimming, surfing, fishing, and people-watching are favorite activities here," the website said…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
COVID Vaccine Requirement For Philadelphia Bars, Restaurants Coming Jan. 3 COVID Vaccine Requirement For Philadelphia Bars, Restaurants Coming Jan. 3
COVID Vaccine Requirement For Philadelphia Bars, Restaurants Coming Jan. 3 A COVID-19 vaccine requirement for bars and restaurants in Philadelphia will take effect early next year, city officials announced. Establishments where customers can sit and eat or drink must require proof of vaccine for entry beginning Jan. 3, 2022. Employees and children ages 5 years and 3 months through 11 years old will be required to have one dose of COVID vaccine by Jan. 3 and to complete their vaccine series by Feb. 3. For the first two weeks of this mandate, these establishments may choose to accept proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of entry for people who are not …

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by Cecilia Levine
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Indoor Mask Mandate, Social Distancing Ends In New Jersey Indoor Mask Mandate, Social Distancing Ends In New Jersey
Indoor Mask Mandate, Social Distancing Ends In New Jersey The future looked uncertain this time last year in New Jersey. How long will this last? Will someone I love get sick? Will things ever return to normal? On the morning of Friday, May 28, things in New Jersey felt almost back to normal.  Mandates on indoor mask-wearing for those who are fully-vaccinated and social distancing guidelines were lifted for most public settings for the first time since the onset of the pandemic. Businesses such as restaurants, bars, shopping centers, gyms and movie theaters can operate at full capacity and those who are vaccinated don't have to wear a mask. …

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by Cecilia Levine
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PA Lifting COVID Orders Memorial Day Weekend, Masks Required Until 70% Of State Is Vaccinated PA Lifting COVID Orders Memorial Day Weekend, Masks Required Until 70% Of State Is Vaccinated
PA Lifting COVID Orders Memorial Day Weekend, Masks Required Until 70% Of State Is Vaccinated Normalcy is returning in Pennsylvania where officials announced COVID-19 mitigation efforts will be lifted Memorial Day Weekend. Capacity limits on restaurants, bars, indoor and outdoor gatherings will be lifted on May 31, Governor Tom Wolf's administration said Tuesday.  The public mask mandate will be lifted when 70 percent of the population -- including those 18 and older -- are vaccinated. As of Tuesday, 42 percent of Pennsylvanians were vaccinated, with 63 percent of individuals ages 18 and over had gotten at least one dose, federal data shows. Effective May 31, we are lifting CO…

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by Cecilia Levine
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COVID-19: NJ Announces 'Aggressive' Reopening Steps Effective This Month COVID-19: NJ Announces 'Aggressive' Reopening Steps Effective This Month
Covid-19: NJ Announces 'Aggressive' Reopening Steps Effective This Month Life will look even more normal this month, as New Jersey will lift some of its biggest COVID-19 restrictions, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday. Come May 7, the prohibition on indoor bar seating will be lifted as long as social distancing is in place; prohibition on buffets and and other self-service foods will be lifted along with other self-service foods at restaurants. As of May 19, restaurants can operate at whatever capacity allows them to continue with social distancing in place. Also on that day, the 50 percent capacity limits for indoor and outdoor settings and businesses governed…

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by Cecilia Levine
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NJ Increases Limit On Indoor Dining, Gyms, Salons To 50 Percent NJ Increases Limit On Indoor Dining, Gyms, Salons To 50 Percent
NJ Increases Limit On Indoor Dining, Gyms, Salons To 50 Percent New Jersey businesses will soon be able to accommodate even more patrons inside. Gov. Phil Murphy announced Wednesday that the limit on indoor gatherings will increase to 50 percent effective March 19. The order pertains to restaurants, fitness clubs and gyms, recreation and amusement facilities, barber shops, salons and other personal care businesses. The indoor capacity limit was set at 35 percent for the past five weeks. Indoor gatherings that are not religious services, funerals, weddings, political events, memorial services or performances will be capped at 25 individuals, up from 1…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Most Popular Pizzerias In Camden, Gloucester Counties Most Popular Pizzerias In Camden, Gloucester Counties
Most Popular Pizzerias In Camden, Gloucester Counties Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy pizza loaded with toppings? Here are some places you can try today in Camden and Gloucester counties. 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. Holy Tomato, Blackwood: Owned by a mom and her two daughters, the restaurant has customers raving about the crispy crusts, large pies, extraordinar…

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by Cecilia Levine
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COVID-19: Pennsylvania Businesses Defying Governor's New Orders COVID-19: Pennsylvania Businesses Defying Governor's New Orders
Covid-19: Pennsylvania Businesses Defying Governor's New Orders A brewing company and a pair of gyms were among dozens of health clubs, restaurants and bars defying new COVID-19 orders in Pennsylvania. The new orders went into effect Saturday and will be in place until Jan. 4. For some, that date isn't soon enough. The Proper Brewing Company on Dec. 12 announced they will be open for business as usual. "We’ve taken everything to date into consideration and have decided that we will continue to operate with inside dining, takeout and outside dining in our heated tent, while following the CDC and state Covid guidelines that we have implemented since Jul…

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by Cecilia Levine