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This Trendy Treat Is Rolling Into Spotlight As Sweet Complement To Christmas Cookies This Trendy Treat Is Rolling Into Spotlight As Sweet Complement To Christmas Cookies
This Trendy Treat Is Rolling Into Spotlight As Sweet Complement To Christmas Cookies Move over gingerbread and sugar cookies — sesame balls are quietly making their way onto holiday dessert tables this year.  Traditionally found in Chinese, Vietnamese, and other Asian cuisines, these golden, chewy orbs are earning a buzzworthy reputation as a standout complement to classic Christmas sweets. Known as Jian Dui in Chinese cuisine and Bánh Cam in Vietnamese culture, sesame balls are made from glutinous rice flour, stuffed with sweet fillings like red bean or lotus paste, and fried to perfection.  The result? A crispy exterior coated in toasted sesame seeds, with a sa…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Bergen County Restaurant Openings: What's Here, What's Coming Soon Bergen County Restaurant Openings: What's Here, What's Coming Soon
Bergen County Restaurant Openings: What's Here, What's Coming Soon Fall is officially here, and so are several restaurants that opened in the last month in and around Bergen County. Below are some new spots to try, along with some more that are on the way. Crumbl Cookie Media Kit Crumbl Cookies, Paramus: The fast-growing cookie chain the offers over-the-top, innovative cookie creations has opened at Bergen Town Center. D'avant Bakery, Ridgefield: Established in 2016 as a Korean bakery, D'avant's website says it takes pride in craftsmanship, quality, and creativity. It offers pastries, cakes, fresh bread, and more, all infused with "uniquely Asian flavor…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Massive H Mart Food Hall Opens At American Dream Mall: Here's What You Will Find (PHOTOS) Massive H Mart Food Hall Opens At American Dream Mall: Here's What You Will Find (PHOTOS)
Massive H Mart Food Hall Opens At American Dream Mall: Here's What You Will Find (Photos) H Mart is one day away from opening its sprawling food hall at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford. The 16,860-square-foot dining hall will feature a dozen restaurants offering a wide array of culinary Asian delights. The grand opening is set for Friday, Aug. 30. "We are thrilled to introduce our latest food hall at American Dream," H Mart President Stacey Kwon said. "Our food halls are iconic staples of H Mart stores, and our American Dream location wouldn't feel complete without one. The addition of another food hall will further enhance the world class, one of a kind guest experie…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Bergen County 'Kind Of Chinese, Also Vegan' Restaurant Named One Of Best In America Bergen County 'Kind Of Chinese, Also Vegan' Restaurant Named One Of Best In America
Bergen County 'Kind Of Chinese, Also Vegan' Restaurant Named One Of Best In America A Bergen County restaurant known for its new take on old favorites is earning rave reviews. Fat Choy, a kosher vegan, also "kind of Chinese" restaurant at 52 E Palisade Ave. in Englewood was named one of the best restaurants in America by the New York Times.  Pete Wells raved about the restaurant's Not Quite Beef and Broccoli and the restaurant's vegan take on General Tso's chicken, using battered fried cauliflower in place of chicken. "Our most expensive entrée is $21," Jon Krieger, who runs the restaurant with Chef Justin Lee said when the restaurant opened last month. "We keep our price…

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by Sam Barron
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Vegan, Kosher 'Kind Of Chinese' Restaurant Opens In North Jersey Vegan, Kosher 'Kind Of Chinese' Restaurant Opens In North Jersey
Vegan, Kosher 'Kind Of Chinese' Restaurant Opens In North Jersey A new take on old favorites has set up shop in Bergen County. Fat Choy has opened at 52 E Palisade Avenue in Englewood. The restaurant celebrated its grand opening on Monday, August 7. Fat Choy bills itself as "kind of Chinese," "also vegan," while also ensuring its food is kosher certified. Standout items include General Lee's Cauliflower, Kung Pao Tots & Tofu and Not Quite Beef & Broccoli.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fat Choy (@fatchoyworld) "Our most expensive entrée is $21," Jon Krieger, who runs the restaurant…

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by Sam Barron
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This Is The Best Chinese Restaurant In NJ, Website Says This Is The Best Chinese Restaurant In NJ, Website Says
This Is The Best Chinese Restaurant In NJ, Website Says New Jersey has plenty of options for fans of Chinese cuisine — however, food blog 24/7 Wall St. has ranked one Chinese restaurant in the Garden State above all others. The Szechuan House in Hamilton was ranked by the site as the best Chinese restaurant in all of New Jersey. Located half a mile from the town’s Grounds For Sculpture, the Szechuan House is heralded not just as the state’s top Chinese joint but as the top 100 in all of the United States, its website says. “Those who love to travel and try new food will have the chance to taste authentic Chinese fare right in your own neig…

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by Valerie Musson
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'Bobby Wong's Tao House' Opens In Bergen County 'Bobby Wong's Tao House' Opens In Bergen County
'Bobby Wong's Tao House' Opens In Bergen County New Tao-style restaurant ‘Bobby Wong’s Tao House’ is now open in Bergen County. Located inside Rutherford tofu restaurant Ondubu, Bobby Wong’s specializes in “elevated Chinese” dishes including chicken, pork, beef, seafood and veggies. Classic sides like yellow rice, sweet black rice, steamed broccoli and lomein are also available, as are the eatery’s famous dumplings and ‘Tao Bao Buns.’ Bobby Wong has been a restaurateur for more than 25 years and has owned and operated numerous eateries in the past, such as Village Gourmet, Taos, Mingnon and Delmonico, according to BoozyBurbs. Follow Bo…

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by Valerie Musson