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the perfect gift for the food lover in your life

December 2, 2017 foodwithaview 44 Comments

Food books and cookbooks for the food lover this holiday | the perfect holiday gift for the foodie in your life | holiday gifts for food lovers on foodwithaview.com

Maybe it is just me, but the holidays seem to arrive faster and faster every year. It feels like summer just ended. Suddenly I am in the swirl of parties, holiday travel, cookie exchanges, and of course, holiday shopping. Fortunately, my family has partially instituted a “consumables” rule for gift exchanges, focusing on gifts that are, well, consumed. As in, gifts that do not take up permanent residence in your living space. Experiences are consumed, but the obvious choice here is food. So here it is, the Food with a View Holiday Gift Guide. … [Read more...]

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a kitchen love story: our dream kitchen renovation

June 23, 2017 foodwithaview Leave a Comment

Prep sink in the island | kitchen renovation | a kitchen love story by foodwithaview.com

My kitchen renovation is the stuff of legend.  I planned, and planned, and fussed over every. single. decision.  I probably talked about it more than I talked about my young children. It went on for so long (nearly 2 years start to finish) that years later, people are still asking whether it is done.   … [Read more...]

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kitchen essentials: all you need to cook, serve, and entertain in style

March 25, 2017 foodwithaview Leave a Comment

Rustic kitchen equipment | Kitchen essentials for any cook | photo by annie spratt | foodwithaview.com

The days of the trousseau are long gone, and modern American couples no longer waltz into co-habitation having secured the critical elements of a marriage certificate, a starter home, and a completely outfitted kitchen. … [Read more...]

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eat local, shop local

February 24, 2017 foodwithaview Leave a Comment

Stacks of white and gray teacups | photo by foodiesfeed | shop local for food and kitchen supplies in northern NJ | foodwithaview.com

Like a lot of people, when it comes to food, it has become more natural to think and shop local.  Food is fresher, tastes better, and there is the feel-good element of supporting local farmers and communities.  The farm-to-table movement may be becoming a bit of old news, but we have it to thank for elevated eating in so many of our local towns and around the country. … [Read more...]

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these are a few of my favorite [kitchen] things

December 9, 2016 foodwithaview 1 Comment

mason jars wrapped in twine in packing box

Long before Kon Mari became a household word, I practiced the art of building a kitchen that sparked joy.  Major (and minor) purchases of kitchen equipment are carefully researched to make sure that each item will be of maximum fit for purpose, is of the right quality to achieve the intended life span, and will be a pleasure to both look at and use.   … [Read more...]

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latest restaurant reviews

  • Barnegat scallops and Jersey corn | The Cassidy Bar + Kitchen | NJ Restaurant Reviews | foodwithaview.comEat and drink local at The Cassidy Bar + Kitchen
    The Cassidy Bar & Kitchen opened in Maplewood in fall …
  • Table for Six | The Hills Tavern in Millburn NJ | foodwithaview.comhead for The Hills Tavern in Millburn
    Restaurants around here are getting a much-needed makeover. …
  • the best pizza in new jersey: our view
    Two things I cannot say no to: pizza, and a good challenge. …
  • Burger with a fried egg and bucket of fries | south and pine restaurant | photo by matt messina | nj outdoor dining on foodwithaview.comthe best of outdoor dining: south and pine and more
    Outdoor dining in northern New Jersey and even New York …
  • Oysters on a bed of salt | Cull and Pistol Restaurant | photo by Marie France Latour | NYC Restaurants on foodwithaview.comDinner in the city
    Northern New Jersey is full of commuter towns. Communities …
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