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Italian Specialty Store 'Il Mercato' Coming To Holmdel
South Jersey shoppers and gourmands can look forward to the arrival of a new Italian specialty grocer.
Il Mercato, a self-styled purveyor of "fine-catered foods, meats, and Italian specialties" is coming to Holmdel, management has announced on Facebook.
The shop, to be located at 37 Main Street at the site of the former Cracked Olive Market, is still under construction according to managers.
Early construction.
Coming Soon ! Posted by IL Mercato on Thursday, April 13, 2023
The new market, owners said, will allow Jersey Shore diners to "experience a taste of Italy like never befor…
Couple Opens Italian Restaurant 'Basilico' In Raritan
A new Italian restaurant has opened in Raritan.
"Basilico" is owned by Joe Trani and Kari LaSpisa, who have operated several other eateries in the area.
Joe came to the U.S. in 2013 from Italy. The food at Basilico is inspired by his upbringing in Ischia, an island off the coast of Naples.
"We aren't focusing on the past, only the future," Kari said.
Posted by Basilico on Sunday, May 23, 2021
Posted by Basilico on Sunday, May 23, 2021
Basilico, 46 W. Somerset St., Raritan
