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This NJ pasta shop makes 10,000 ravioli a week the old-fashioned way

Flour. Water. Egg. It starts simply, said Dominick Discenza. Building on those three ingredients with "only the best" in cheeses, meats, spices, herbs and oils is the key to Discenza and his family-run L&D Sapore Ravioli & Cheese in Middlesex. For more than 55 years, the Discenza family has shared Italian traditions, family recipes and fresh pasta through its deli and pasta shop. The shop was recently named to Yelp’s 2026 list of the Top 100 Pasta Places in the U.S. Like many of the pasta shops on the list, Sapore's roots run deep into Italian territory, with chef-owners who hail from traditional pasta makers. Many learned the craft from their families with recipes handed down from generation to generation. At Sapore Ravioli, the story begins in the small village of Baranello, Italy. Dicsenza learned to cook while watching and working with his grandparents before he came to the U.S. at age 12 with his family. They would get milk from the cows, make it into mozzarella. They grew olives to make olive oil. Everything was "in the family," he said. Those traditions and flavors remain with him today. Discenza founded Sapore Ravioli & Cheese in 1970, determined to share

Middlesex, NJ · 4d

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Edison Developer Pitches 90 Apartments, Restaurants on Oak Tree Road

A vacant 7.65-acre parcel on Oak Tree Road in Edison could soon become a three-story complex with nearly 100 apartments, dozens of shops and a pair of restaurants, under a proposal now headed to the township's Planning Board. JK Estates LLC is seeking preliminary and final major site plan approval for the mixed-use development at 1696 Oak Tree Road, along with a variance to exceed the site's height limit.

Edison, NJ · 1d

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This New Jersey All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Spot Makes Every Roll Fresh And Lets You Keep Ordering

Every roll on the all-you-can-eat menu gets made only after you ask for it. No buffet trays here, and no sushi sitting under a heat lamp waiting for a brave soul. The menu runs deep, too. Sashimi, special rolls, gyoza, tempura, udon, and even green tea ice cream all fall under one flat price.

New Jersey · 1d

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This Unassuming New Jersey Deli Piles Its Sandwiches So High, You’ll Need Both Hands

There’s a place in Edison, New Jersey, where sandwiches aren’t just food, they’re a structural engineering challenge. Harold’s New York Deli is the kind of spot that makes you question every sandwich you’ve ever eaten before walking through its doors. Let’s be honest about something...

Edison, NJ · 9d

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When Thanksgiving Pies Sell Out, New Jersey Families Turn To These 7 Old-Fashioned Bakeries

Every November, the same scramble plays out across New Jersey. The supermarket pie shelf goes bare, the store-bought crust looks sad, and someone at the family group chat asks who is bringing dessert. That is when smart planners head to the old-fashioned bakeries and farm markets that have been turning...

New Jersey · 1d

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New York and New Jersey restaurant chains are expanding into Connecticut. Here's where.

People aren't the only things coming into Connecticut from the Empire State - restaurants are migrating here as well. In the past year, a number of eateries from both the New York and New Jersey area have opened outposts in Connecticut. The restaurants offer everything from Mediterranean cuisine to classic smash burgers, and bring that iconic Tri-State Area flare to the Nutmeg State.

Connecticut · 10d

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An Italian Bakery By Day And A Cozy Trattoria By Night Makes This New Jersey Spot Extra Special

The bread starter here dates back to 2003. Yep, the same mother yeast has been feeding loaves for over two decades. That alone made me look twice. The bread gets baked in a brick oven with organic flour. Then there are bomboloni, cookies, and made-to-order sandwiches stacked on that bread.

New Jersey · 2d

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Three more LaScala's Fire locations planned across New Jersey

LaScala's Fire started in PA, grew in Jersey, and now has three more spots coming: Princeton, Freehold and Bridgewater. All made from scratch, just like grandmom.

New Jersey · 3h

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A Historic New Jersey Building Hides One Of The State’s Most Romantic Italian Restaurants

A farmhouse built back in 1740 now serves soft egg yolk ravioli under vaulted ceilings. Yeah, I’m definitely looking twice at that. The old house sits on a classic downtown street in New Jersey. Inside, curved Venetian plaster ceilings rise over antique pine floors and European antiques. What gets...

New Jersey · 1d

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Before Christmas Orders Close, Swing Through These 6 New Jersey Italian Pork Stores

In a lot of New Jersey Italian families, the holiday menu does not start in the kitchen. It starts at the pork store counter, with a list of sausage, cold cuts, fresh mozzarella, and maybe a roast or two. These shops have been feeding North Jersey and Shore towns for...

New Jersey · 1d

94.3 The Point

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🍝 These 2 Jersey Shore Italian Food Restaurants Are Getting Some Love! Did Your Favorite Make the List?

From chicken parmesan to wood-fired pizza, the Jersey Shore is home to some delicious Italian dining. Two local restaurants just earned statewide recognition!

New Jersey · 3d

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8 Unassuming New Jersey Bakeries That Serve The Best Crumb Cake In The State

Want to discover the best crumb cake bakeries in New Jersey?. These 8 unassuming spots serve incredible crumb cake with buttery, thick toppings and perfectly soft cake!. 1. B&W Bakery (Hackensack) There are bakeries that talk a big game, and then there’s B&W Bakery in Hackensack, which simply lets the...

New Jersey · 4d

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This amaretto made from grandma's secret recipe is now sold in NJ

A boutique amaretto brand made with a Sicilian grandmother’s century-old family recipe is booming, and to absolutely no one’s surprise, it’s starting its cross-state journey in the Italian-American haven of New Jersey. Oak City Amaretto , made without caramel coloring or artificial flavors and founded by a Navy veteran in the “City of Oaks” of Raleigh, North Carolina, is now for sale in New Jersey. Amaretto is an almond liqueur with Italian roots. It can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks or in cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or amaretto sour. Oak City Amaretto founder Anthony Scalabrino grew up watching his grandmother, Giacoma “Jennie” Scalabrino, make the amaretto for the holidays. After joining the Navy in 2010, he made it for his fellow service members. They all wanted the recipe, but just as his grandmother wanted, he kept it a secret. Although the recipe remains a secret, Scalabrino is now sharing his family’s amaretto with the public. In Central Jersey, Oak City Amaretto can currently be purchased at Wegmans in Bridgewater, Woodbridge, Princeton and Manalapan, as well as Hamilton Super Buy Rite. Additional locations will be added on an ongoing basis and listed at Oak City Amaretto’s website .

New Jersey · 3d

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These 2 NJ Delis Are Among America’s 18 Must-Try Jewish Delis, According to Food Republic

Hobby’s in Newark and Harold’s in Edison made Food Republic’s list of 18 must-try Jewish delis in America. New Jersey has no shortage of Jewish delis, serving up the likes of smoked pastrami on rye, potato knish, kugel, and plenty of pickles to go around. Two of them were just named to a national list.

Newark, NJ · 3h

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7 Classic New Jersey Diners Where a Full Breakfast Still Won’t Wreck Your Budget

New Jersey is often called the diner capital of the world, and the title still fits. Plenty of spots now serve trendy brunch or a short list of toast and lattes, but some diners still put out the full spread. Think eggs, home fries, hash, pancakes, and coffee refills at...

New Jersey · 8h

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Freddy’s Unveils New Everyday Value Menu

Fast-casual restaurant concept, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, announced the launch of its Everyday Value Menu, now available for a limited time at participating restaurants in select markets across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada and Texas via drive-thru, in-restaurant dining, and pickup or delivery through the Freddy’s mobile app and at https://freddys.com. Pricing may vary by location. Featuring a selection of Guest favorites, the expanded menu offers more opportunities to enjoy Freddy’s signature quality and flavors at an everyday value.

New Mexico · 3d

The Coconut Mama

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Meximodo opening 3 new locations in New Jersey

Meximodo is planning three new restaurants in New Jersey, bringing its colorful Mexican dining concept to Parsippany, Marlboro and Montgomery Township in 2027. The expansion joins a growing list of…

New Jersey · 3d

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MilkShake Factory to Open Fifth New Jersey Location

MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, will open its fifth New Jersey location on Saturday, November 14. Located at 1377 Route 35 Middletown, NJ 07748 the new shop will bring the brand’s signature desserts to one of Middletown’s central commercial areas, offering a new destination for families and residents of Middletown and surrounding Monmouth County communities to enjoy handcrafted treats.

Middletown, NJ · 3d

App.com | Asbury Park Press

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Monmouth County eatery among best Indian restaurants in US, according to Yelp

Seeking a restaurant with flavorful cuisine? Yelp’s just reveals its top 100 Indian Restaurants list that highlights the most-loved spots in the U.S. for classic and trending Indian flavors, and only one spot in New Jersey made the list. The online, crowdsourced directory identified businesses in the Indian category, then ranked those spots using a number of factors including the total volume and ratings of review that included up to 10 businesses per state for geographic diversity that then ranked by Yelp data and community reviews the report stated. Indian cuisine was showcased in Yelp’s 2026 Food and Drink Trend Forecast, and Yelp searches support its increasing popularity: Key findings: In 2026, searches for Indian food buffet near me rose 437% Indian tiffin service (a traditional home-style meal delivery service) went up 76% California leads the list with 10 of the 100 spots North Carolina and Florida each claim eight spots On the list of 100 spots includes only one restaurant from the Garden State ranked in the top 25. Bombay River, Red Bank: No. 21 .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bombay River Indian Cuisine

Monmouth County, NJ · 2d

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