Talde Jersey City (or "Talde JC") offers unique pan-Asian dishes with broad appeal and a welcome thread of authenticity that food-diverse locals have come to expect. The signature dishes showcase Chef Dale Talde's experience bringing high quality Asian-inspired fusion to American restaurants. Recent additions reflect the lighter touch of Chef Ruby Felix, expanding the range and palette of the Talde experience. Add up all the elements: creative dishes designed for sharing, vibrant, industrial-chic decor, plus drinks thoughtfully harmonized with the flavor-packed food, and you have yourself a delicious date night. … [Read more...]
a step full of surprises: the kitchen step in jersey city
The Grove Street area of Jersey City is well into a welcome culinary renaissance. New restaurants are arriving monthly, many rivaling the best of the New York City dining scene. Plenty are worth the trip from the city or nearby New Jersey towns, and Ryan DePersio’s The Kitchen Step is no exception. The Kitchen Step does "step" away from the elevated classic Italian of chef DePersio’s highly regarded Fascino, moving us towards a more modern eclectic menu and vibe. While the ever-present farm-to-table trend makes an appearance, chef de cuisine Robert Carnero doesn’t let the same old, same old dominate the offerings. … [Read more...]
mostly mexican: new jersey restaurant roundup
Warm weather and sunshine calls for tacos. Guacamole, margaritas, and a laid-back vibe are key ingredients for summer dining. Head to a Mexican restaurant, add a warm summer evening, maybe a sunset. Sounds perfect, right? Unfortunately we’re in New Jersey. The taco trend fueling foodie Instagram feeds just hasn’t made it here. It’s unclear why — what’s not to love? They can range from simple to sublime, street food to gourmet. … [Read more...]
the best of outdoor dining: south and pine and more
Outdoor dining in northern New Jersey and even New York City itself is, to put it bluntly, a challenge. Urban space limitations and neutral-on-a-good-day air quality combine for less than ideal conditions to dine al fresco. … [Read more...]
a european vacation in jersey city
Satis Bistro opened in 2010, adding a much-needed foodie destination to the waterfront scene in the Paulus Hook neighborhood of Jersey City. I cannot recall what originally drew us to this charming place. Maybe it was the description of the food as a modern, twisted European fusion of our favorite cuisines and dining experiences -- Italian trattorias, French bistros, Spanish tapas bars, and Portuguese sidewalk cafes. … [Read more...]
I need a drink.
BYO. It's a term that stands for "Bring Your Own", in reference to "bottle", "booze", or "beer" -- and I am not sure was in my vocabulary until we moved to Maplewood. These days, it's a way of life. … [Read more...]
