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'What More Can A Grandson Wish For?': Don't Miss News Producer From NJ On 'Jeopardy!' 'What More Can A Grandson Wish For?': Don't Miss News Producer From NJ On 'Jeopardy!'
'What More Can A Grandson Wish For?': Don't Miss News Producer From NJ On 'Jeopardy!' It was Ittai Sopher's grandmother who was probably the most excited to hear the news. After years of hoping and trying, the Englewood native will compete on the Wednesday, July 12 episode of "Jeopardy!" An avid "Jeopardy!" fan himself, Sopher said getting the news was one of the happiest moments of his grandmother's life. "What more can a grandson wish for?" Sopher said. For Sopher, appearing on the popular game show is a culmination of a long journey that began when he started watching it as a kid in 2010. "I immediately tried out the first opportunity I got," said Sopher, who works for…

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by Sam Barron
Business
Duck Donuts Makes Bergen County Debut Duck Donuts Makes Bergen County Debut
Duck Donuts Makes Bergen County Debut Duck Donuts is opening its first Bergen County store. The made-to-order doughnut chain is opening a location at Sprout Brook Center in Paramus, BoozyBurbs reports. Native to Duck, North Carolina, Duck Donuts lets customers design their own vanilla cake doughnuts from a variety of toppings, drizzles and glazes. This will be New Jersey's sixth Duck Donuts store, with locations in Middletown, Avalon, Plainfield, Clark, Green Brook and Marlton. No word yet on an opening date. Duck Donuts, 556 Route 17 North, Paramus

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
2nd Steve's Burgers Location Replacing Food Train In Garfield -- Another Maybe In The Works 2nd Steve's Burgers Location Replacing Food Train In Garfield -- Another Maybe In The Works
2nd Steve's Burgers Location Replacing Food Train In Garfield -- Another Maybe In The Works Steve's Burgers will be opening a second location in Garfield. The Route 46 restaurant will be opening at 68 Passaic St. -- formerly home to Food Train -- next month with a grand opening set for September, owner Stephen Chrisomalis said. The expansion was sporadic, he said, but people have been asking for another location for years. He's also hoping to open a third location soon, closer to his roots in Oradell. "I love burgers," said Chrisomaslis, 32 of Hackensack. "There weren't really too many good places around here when I first opened." Food Train in Garfield.Food Train The burge…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Best Brunch Spots In Montclair, According To Yelp Best Brunch Spots In Montclair, According To Yelp
Best Brunch Spots In Montclair, According To Yelp Eggs Benedict with a Bloody Mary or heaping stacks of chocolate chip pancakes: no matter what your preference, there is a brunch spot for you in Montclair. Of the dozens to choose from, below are the eight highest-rated brunch spots in the area, according to Yelp. The Corner, 115 Grove St. Yelpers love the coffee, smoked brisket topped with a poached egg and quick service. The cornerThe Corner Mishmish Cafe, 215 Glenridge Ave. Yelpers love the Moroccan meatball Shakshuka bowl, and simple but fresh food. Photo by Mishmish Facebook shakshukaMishmish Vanillamore, 349 Bloomfield Ave. Y…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
RANKING: These North Jersey Dive Bars Are Best In State RANKING: These North Jersey Dive Bars Are Best In State
Ranking: These North Jersey Dive Bars Are Best In State Greasy food. Heavy pour. Happy folks. These and more are part and parcel of a great dive bar -- which seem to be around almost every corner in New Jersey. But which ones are best? Several in Bergen and Passaic counties were ranked among the 31 best in the Garden State in a new rundown by NJ.com calculated by Yelp users. Every regular imbiber has his or her favorite dive bar to watch the game or get a quick bite, but we wanted to find the consensus best local hangouts around the state.  22. Duffy's Tavern, Paterson "What a great place to spend St. Patrick's Day. Corned Beef and Cabbage was…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
No Tears! North Jersey Bakery Shuttering Shop Is Still Selling Sweets No Tears! North Jersey Bakery Shuttering Shop Is Still Selling Sweets
No Tears! North Jersey Bakery Shuttering Shop Is Still Selling Sweets Yani's Bake House might be closing its River Road store in Fair Lawn, but the beloved bakery will remain in business elsewhere. "Hey - no tears!" the business posted on Facebook. "We're still in business :)" In the meantime, the Yani's Bake House will be selling treats at several area cafes while searching for a new location. Owner Yanneris Genao called the closure a "bittersweet, mini-hiatus."  She will still be selling her scones, macarons and more at Shakin' in Jersey City and Union City, and Greenleaf's Eclectic Cafe. Her fluffy chocolate chip cookies hav…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Restaurant Roundup: New Openings In Bergen County Restaurant Roundup: New Openings In Bergen County
Restaurant Roundup: New Openings In Bergen County Dozens of new restaurants have popped up over the summer in North Jersey. Here are some in the area you may have missed. Alberto's Latin Cuisine: Madison Avenue, Dumont: Carribbean and Puerto Rican favorites served with rice and beans or American classics. Bobcat's Texas BBQ: River Road, Edgewater: Slow smoked meats and homestyle desserts (expanded from Ramsey location). Kilwin's: One Towne Center, Cliffside Park: An old fashioned candy shoppe with nearly 100 locations across the country (including one in Ridgewood). Naru Restaurant: Franklin Lakes: Everything Japanese cuisine -- sushi, hib…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
These Bergen County Ice Cream Cones Might Be Too Pretty To Eat These Bergen County Ice Cream Cones Might Be Too Pretty To Eat
These Bergen County Ice Cream Cones Might Be Too Pretty To Eat Charcoal. Unicorn cones. Toasted amaretto brittle.  It's all about aesthetics at these local ice cream shops. Luckily, these cones really do taste as good as they look! These Bergen and Passaic County ice cream cones might be too pretty to eat... but we highly recommend you do it anyway. T-Swirl Crepe, Fort Lee: This place truly takes ice cream to the next level. With roots in Japan and known for artistic creations, get your ice cream in freshly-made crepes. Crazy creations include lychee romantic, matcha chocolate truffles, blueberry cheesecake and more. Ice Cream By Mike, Ridgewood (for…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Cocoa Creations: 9 Bergen Winter-Warming Hot Chocolates Cocoa Creations: 9 Bergen Winter-Warming Hot Chocolates
Cocoa Creations: 9 Bergen Winter-Warming Hot Chocolates BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. -- Anything hot sounds good just about now. Make it chocolate and you almost forget the mind-numbing cold. What follows is a sampling of where to go for  "a hug in a mug" -- hot chocolate delights that warm frosty fingers and toes. Cafe Angelique, Tenafly: This creamy, must-drink number is made with Italian chocolate melted down from big chunks, then freeze-dried, so there's no bitterness. A touch of sugar, some steamed milk and voilà: Perfection in a cup. Try the original version or tempt your taste buds with peppermint, S'mores and/or raspberry.  Cool Beans,…

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by Jeanne Muchnick