FOOD & DRINK
Images of Rahway's Brennan Field [PHOTOS]
RAHWAY, NJ — In TAPinto Rahway's recent coverage of the poetry reading organized by Rahway's Own Adele Kenny, we noted that the featured poet of the evening, Edwin Romond, had a Rahway connection. His mother, Margaret Brennan Romond, grew up in Rahway. (We added, in that previous article, that Romond's poem, "My Mother at 20," in his collection, Alone with Love Songs, includes several references to Rahway.) When speaking with him, Romond added that Brennan Field in Rahway was even named for his grandfather, his mother's father. Inspired by this, and promising to take a few pictures of the field...
Chili’s and Applebee’s woo inflation-weary diners as fast food prices continue to climb
It’s a soar point. Fast food lovers have been watching helplessly as the price of a burger and fries climbs ever higher — combo quaffers in NYC are now paying as much as $13.89 plus tax for a Big Mac pack, not to mention a whopping $13.99 for a Whopper meal at some local Burger King locations. Are they looking for their fix at the wrong restaurant chains? Chili’s seems to think so. The Dallas-based home of the baby back (baby back, baby back, baby back) rib may traditionally have been considered a pricier sit-down upgrade over the usual quick and...
N.J.’s best meals under $10: Portuguese gem serves sandwiches, perfect pastel de nata
Walking into Pinho’s, a longstanding bakery and deli specializing in Portuguese custard cups (pastel de nata), I was instead struck by the smell of almond — golden almond cookies, yum! — and the essence of nostalgia from a mainstay that has served its Roselle neighborhood for 33 years.
These chain restaurants are closing locations in 2024
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — From TGI Fridays to Boston Market, several chain restaurants have closed their doors on Staten Island in recent years. But this year, a number of chains have announced the closure of select locations across the country, according to Eat This, Not That!, which compiled a list of the 10 chain restaurants which have closed or are in the process of closing locations in 2024.
What to know about the NYC Cannabis Parade and Rally
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Marijuana enthusiasts will parade down Broadway on Saturday to celebrate the annual NYC Cannabis Parade and Rally. The parade and rally is one of the longest-running marijuana legalization events in the world, organizers said. It started as a “smoke-in” at Washington Square Park in 1973, according to the parade’s website. A […]
Faherty Clothing Store Opens in Downtown Westfield
WESTFIELD, NJ — Faherty opened its fifth New Jersey store Friday, in the space downtown formerly occupied by Williams-Sonoma. The shop offers clothing for men and women, and will soon have clothing for children. There are also a few accessories and home goods, such as blankets.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A family-owned business with 68 shops nationwide, Faherty Brand’s goods are “inspired by life’s greatest moments,” said Westfield Store Manager and Multi-store Leader Kathleen Koontz. Think surfing, camping, bonfires, travel, said East Coast Regional Manager Jeffrey Cabrera. The clothes are made from sustainable materials and...
Rahway to Feature 'Between Extremes': Exhibit of Black & White Artworks
RAHWAY, NJ — Mayor Raymond Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council will present a Gallery Space Pop-Up program, Between Extremes: An Exhibit of Black & White Artworks. The exhibit will run from May 5 to May 31, at the Rahway Senior Center at 1306 Esterbrook Avenue in Rahway, New Jersey. The grand opening reception will take place Sunday, May 5, from 1-4 p.m. Admission is free to the public.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The inspiration for the event speaks to the long history of civilization’s reliance on black and white contrast. Since ancient times, early drawings...
Celebrity chef’s new N.J. restaurant can’t touch local BBQ favorites | Review
Summer is right around the corner – prime time for all things barbecue. Tender ribs, juicy brisket, crispy chicken wings, tasty pulled pork and a side of some moist and buttery cornbread. Beyond the backyard grill, New Jersey offers an abundance of barbecue joints including newcomer Vibe BBQ in...
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