One of my latest food finds is Cork & Crust Italian Mediterranean Kitchen in Harrington Park, New Jersey. I was recently in the area for an event and was looking to grab pizza for dinner, and thought this restaurant was the perfect spot! When I went, I got the 'Hot Honey Pizza,' which had pepperoni and hot honey, and you cannot disappoint with that combo! This definitely slapped and surpassed my expectations. The crust was thin but not too thin, with a little thickness. It

Last weekend, I was at the Valley Rock Inn & Mountain Club to celebrate my grandparents' 60th wedding anniversary with my family, and I was taken aback by how breathtaking the grounds were and how delicious all the food and drinks were. The place itself feels like you are walking through a luxurious, upscale garden in Italy. The 'Spicy Bee' might be spicy, but is also sweet My family and I came for brunch, and there is definitely a lot to choose from. To start off, I obviou

There's always a first for everything, and for me that was trying Raising Cane's the other day. Recently, they opened a location near me in Fairfield, so I had to go, and I am really glad I did because Raising Cane's has the best fast-food chicken out there (at least in my opinion)! 'The Box Combo' I decided to go inside instead of using the drive-thru because I wanted the full experience. I ordered 'The Box Combo,' which came with four chicken tenders, crinkle-cut fries, c

If you are looking for a new sushi takeout spot in North Jersey, you have to check out SushiRang in Lincoln Park because the food here is delicious, and the service is great. Now, this is not a sit-down place; it is only takeout, whether that is pickup or delivery. 'Spicy Crab Tempura' on the left & 'Kamikaze' on the right When I came here, I ordered the 'Spicy Crab Tempura' and 'Kamikaze' rolls, and both were excellent. The 'Spicy Crab Tempura' is a deep-fried, spicy-crab

The Grilled Cheese & Crab Cake Company has been on my bucket list for at least the past few years, and a few weeks ago, I was in the Somers Point area and decided to give it a try! A Crab Melt + Onion Rings = Nothing Better This restaurant was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, and they are notorious for their 'Crab Melt,' and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! It is basically a crab cake grilled cheese with Monterey Jack, and oh my, was this thing amazing!! Sup

If you are searching for some great Halal food in the North Jersey area, then you need to check out Food Street in Secaucus. This place is absolutely delicious with food that will leave your mouths watering and stomachs wanting more, lol. Can't go wrong with a 'Crispy Chicken Sandwich' When I came, I got the 'Crispy Chicken Sandwich,' which was incredible! It was crispy chicken with lettuce, tomato, onion, and their special sauce. The sauce is insanely good; I need a whole

If you haven't heard, The Global Pour in Fairfield, New Jersey, is a relatively new coffee shop with spectacular coffee and other great beverages! Coffee shops in the New Jersey and New York region are growing and trending, and this is a shop you do not want to sleep on! Banana + Caramel = A truly heavenly coffee When I stopped by, I tried the 'Banana Caramel Latte.' It came with caramel, banana milk, and espresso, topped with vanilla cold foam and wafers. Honestly, it was

If you're a true cheesesteak fanatic, and you haven't been to Danny & Coop's in the East Village, then what are you doing?! I've heard a lot of hype-up about this place for a while now, and have wanted to try. However, not too long ago, I kind of literally stumbled upon Danny & Coop's, and thought it was the perfect opportunity to do a review! THE Danny & Coop's Cheesesteak The only thing on the menu here is the cheesesteak, which has the steak, onions, and Cooper Sharp che

Recently, I visited Tavern29 in the NoMad neighborhood in New York City, and the vibes here are fantastic! Tasty food, good drinks, great ambiance, and a rooftop...doesn't get better than that?! When I started off the 'Grimm,' which is one of their drafts here, and is a German beer. It is quite refreshing and is a beer to get when coming here. Always need a draft beer when going to a tavern For appetizers, I got the 'Buffalo Chicken Dip,' which was incredible! Super cheesy

If you don't know much about crunchy pastries, then you need to go try one yourself at Swiss Chalet Bakery & Cafe in Morristown. This is a permanent menu item here, known for its viral trompe-l'oeil fruit mousse crunchies (realistic-looking fruit with a chocolatey crunch and a mousse filling). These viral treats are a must-try, especially if you love mousse! Swiss Chalet offers five crunchy pastry flavors: strawberry, orange, raspberry, mango, and Biscoff doughnut. I was re

Everyone knows New Jersey and New York have some of the best bagels in the country, and Bradley Beach Bistro Bagels definitely lives up to that reputation. Their bagels are really tasty, fresh, and so soft that you can eat them in just one bite. I couldn't resist! The bagel and cream cheese combo that truly slaps When I went, I got a 'Poppyseed Bagel' with 'Chive Cream Cheese,' and it was amazing! Chive cream cheese tastes pretty similar to scallion in my opinion. It tast

If you love macarons, you have to check out BKLYN MACS in the East Village, as you will be obsessed! This place will easily fulfill all your macaron cravings and needs, as the flavor variety here is truly endless. From looking at all the shelves and assortments, there is honestly a flavor for anything! This box is truly macaron galore When I went, I got their box of 20 macarons and chose the flavors. In random order, the macaron flavors I got were Cookie Butter, Salted Car

If you're in North Jersey and in the mood for some Greek food, you have to check out Just Greek/Yanni's Taverna in Caldwell. The vibes and aesthetic here are fantastic, and the food is tasty, fresh, and full of flavor. This gyro tasted even better than it looks When I went, I was craving a gyro, so I ordered the 'Pork Souvlaki Pita Sandwich.' This was essentially a traditional gyro, featuring tender pork souvlaki, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, onion, and cool tzatziki sauce.

If you are looking for a new coffee shop to check out in New Jersey, you need to try Moqa Brew in Morristown, as the coffee here is fantastic, and so are the sweets and pastries. Plus, the shop is located in downtown Morristown, near the green and within walking distance of many great shops and stores to check out. Doesn't get better than that? Blueberry Cheesecake, but make it a latte They have a lot of seasonal items to try right now, and one I got was the 'Blueberry Chee

Why celebrate Taco Tuesdays only on Tuesdays when you can celebrate it every day at Taco Tuesdays out on Long Island in Freeport? This place has everything: tasty food, great drinks, a terrific ambiance, terrific views, and a great location on the water. Doesn't get any better than that! 'Tacos Al Pastor with Rice & Beans' When I went, I had to try their tacos of course, and got the 'Tacos Al Pastor,' which had pork and pineapple, and also came with rice and beans. This wa

Kong Dog has gone viral for their sensational corndogs with unique flavors that are out-of-this-world. I recently went to their Paramus location in the Garden State Plaza Mall to try some. Besides Paramus, they also have locations throughout New Jersey and New York in Wallington, Newark, Union City, Staten Island, Lake Grove, Poughkeepsie, and Albany. They also have spots in Illinois, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Texas, and Virginia. ‘Potato Dog’ (left), ‘Ch

Chatham Sandwich Shop in Chatham is a relatively new find for me, and honestly, it's become one of my favorite sandwich shops in Jersey! The food here is insanely good, with flavors that make you salivate. Plus, the portions are huge, and there is something for everyone here. Who doesn't love a good sandwich shop?! When I went, I ordered the 'Sweet Maple Turkey,' which is one of the signature sandwiches here. It had turkey, goat cheese, arugula, bacon, and cranberry aioli

Asbury Park is famous for being a year-round tourist destination with plenty of fun activities. But the food here is just as impressive, and Mutiny Beach on the boardwalk is a standout. It’s right on the beach, which makes it even better. This Buffalo Chicken Sandwich was truly blazin' When I visited, I tried the 'Blazin' Buffalo Chicken Thigh Sandwich,' and it was amazing. The fried chicken with buffalo sauce, coleslaw, pickles, and blue cheese all worked perfectly togethe

The last time I was in the city, I was in Chelsea and stumbled across Ovest Pizzoteca, and thought it would be a good idea to give it a try. Walking inside, the ambiance was fantastic, and I already knew the food would be too. The 'Ovest Pizza' When I came, I ordered the 'Ovest Pizza,' which had tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, and spicy salami. This was also a wood-fired pie, which we know I love! The flavor was on point from the cheese, sauce, and salami. The dough wa

Looking for some burgers in the North Jersey area? You have to check out OG Burger Box in Wayne, as the burgers are juicy and delicious, and all the food here is fantastic. Also, this place is Halal. The 'Double Burger Combo Meal' with seasoned fries When I went, I got the 'Double Burger Combo,' which is a double burger that comes with fries and a drink. The burgers here normally come with American cheese, onions, pickles, and the OG sauce. However, I got mine without the