Atlantic
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'This Place Is Iconic': Memories In Margate Reopening Under New Ownership 'This Place Is Iconic': Memories In Margate Reopening Under New Ownership
'This Place Is Iconic': Memories In Margate Reopening Under New Ownership A historic Jersey Shore nightclub once owned by a popular Philadelphia radio host is bringing back the music. Memories in Margate will reopen on Friday, May 24 after closing in September 2022, the bar and restaurant posted on social media on Wednesday, May 8. The nightclub was owned by DJ and performer Jerry Blavat, who died on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, at 82 years old from an autoimmune disorder called myasthenia gravis. Known by many as "The Geator with the Heater" and "The Big Boss with the Hot Sauce", Blavat purchased Memories in 1972 and hosted his radio show there. His est…

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by Chris Spiker
Cape May
Business
Brewery Specializing In Tropical Flavors Moves Into Old Woodbine Bowling Alley Brewery Specializing In Tropical Flavors Moves Into Old Woodbine Bowling Alley
Brewery Specializing In Tropical Flavors Moves Into Old Woodbine Bowling Alley A Cape May County brewery is giving an extra frame to an old bowling alley. Ludlam Island Brewery is moving from Ocean View to an expanded space in Woodbine, the company said in a news release. The new brewery is inside the former Mouse Trap Lanes on Dennisville-Petersburg Road. The brewery said the larger space will allow it to make more beer, along with having a full kitchen and bar. "We're aiming for something completely new to South Jersey," said Ludlam Island owner William Topley. "We've created a beer fest/food truck vibe in a relaxed atmosphere." Ludlam Island offers several b…

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by Chris Spiker
Pascack Valley
Business
Melting Pot Of Westwood Closes After 21 Years Melting Pot Of Westwood Closes After 21 Years
Melting Pot Of Westwood Closes After 21 Years A popular fondue restaurant is leaving Bergen County. Melting Pot of Westwood announced it will be closing on Sunday, June 2. No reason was given for the closure. "We would like to thank our many loyal guests; it has been a pleasure serving you all these years and we are grateful for your business," the restaurant wrote on its website.  "Often, family celebrations such as birthdays, anniversaries, graduations or other happy occasions, I hope we played our part. Not to forget the many engagements in our Lovers’ Lane section." The restaurant said gift cards can be redeemed at other loca…

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by Sam Barron
Essex NJ
Business
Popular Diner Reps New Jersey On OpenTable List Of Top Brunch Spots In America Popular Diner Reps New Jersey On OpenTable List Of Top Brunch Spots In America
Popular Diner Reps New Jersey On OpenTable List Of Top Brunch Spots In America There might not be any open tables after this. Tops Diner in East Newark was named one of the 100 best brunch spots in America by the reservation website, OpenTable. It was the only restaurant from the Garden State to make the list. The diner is an institution in East Newark, having been established in 1942. "Our focus has always been to serve what our customers want, exactly when and how they want it," the restaurant wrote at OpenTable. "As the American dining culture shifts, we recognize we must strive to recreate the 1920’s renaissance that birthed the diner as we know it today, al…

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by Sam Barron
Morris
Business
'One Of The Best In The Game:' Portnoy Drops Special Review For Morristown Pizzaiolo 'One Of The Best In The Game:' Portnoy Drops Special Review For Morristown Pizzaiolo
'One Of The Best In The Game:' Portnoy Drops Special Review For Morristown Pizzaiolo Weeks after surprising a Morristown pizza master, Dave Portnoy has released his review of the pie. The Barstool CEO said he designated just 10 minutes to each pizzeria on this leg of his North Jersey "One Bite" tour, but set aside extra time for Nino Coniglio, of Coniglio's in Morristown. During his surprise visit, Portnoy got a tour of the Morristown digs from Nino — a 9-time world champion pizza maker who has six other restaurants in New York City — running down the history of their friendship. Portnoy has sampled hundreds of pizzas from across the country and even threw a One Bite Pizza…

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by Cecilia Levine
Suffolk MA
Business
Mimosas? 6 Boston, Salem Eateries Among Best Brunch Spots In America, New Report Says Mimosas? 6 Boston, Salem Eateries Among Best Brunch Spots In America, New Report Says
Mimosas? 6 Boston, Salem Eateries Among Best Brunch Spots In America, New Report Says Whether you're looking to order cocktails or celebrate Mother's Day, an all-new report has named six Massachusetts restaurants as among the best in the country for ordering brunch.  According to OpenTable’s Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America for 2024, six eateries in Essex and Suffolk counties are among the best brunch places in the US.  To determine this, the website took a look at more than 14 million diner reviews to narrow down the brunch spots most enjoyed by visitors.  The first eatery on the list, Brassica Kitchen, is located in Boston at 3710 Washington …

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by Ben Crnic
Mercer
Business
Celeb Chef Curated Menu At New Indian Restaurant In Hamilton Celeb Chef Curated Menu At New Indian Restaurant In Hamilton
Celeb Chef Curated Menu At New Indian Restaurant In Hamilton A new Indian restaurant, bar and lounge has opened in Mercer County. Hamilton Township is now home to a new culinary gem: Rani Indian Restaurant, Lounge & Bar. Its grand opening was on April 26. Guests can immerse themselves in a dining experience where the ambiance mirrors the grandeur of Indian palaces, and each bite tells the tale of centuries-old recipes passed down through noble generations. Royal dining at Rani Indian Restaurant Photo Courtesy of Foxtrot Media Located in the Foxmoor Shopping Centre, Rani promises a dining journey like none other. From the vibrant spices …

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by Jon Craig
Cape May
Business
$54M Renovation Preserves Doo-Wop History At Wildwood Crest Resort Opening This Summer $54M Renovation Preserves Doo-Wop History At Wildwood Crest Resort Opening This Summer
$54M Renovation Preserves Doo-Wop History At Wildwood Crest Resort Opening This Summer A new beach resort in Cape May County will have a modern twist on historic architecture reminiscent of the doo-wop era. Madison Resorts will open its second Jersey Shore resort in Wildwood Crest on Thursday, May 16, the company said in a news release. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 1:30 p.m. The Ocean Avenue resort is a massive renovation for the Oceanview Motel, which was the largest motel built in Wildwoods when it opened in 1964. "We’re thrilled to bring our Madison Resorts family to the Wildwood Crest community," Madison Resorts founder Dan Alicea said in a statement. "…

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by Chris Spiker
Loudoun
Business
Virginia Brunch Spots Named Among Best In America By OpenTable Virginia Brunch Spots Named Among Best In America By OpenTable
Virginia Brunch Spots Named Among Best In America By OpenTable Just in time for Mother's Day, OpenTable has released a list of Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America for 2024. Among them, four in Virginia, including three in Northern Virginia. The online reservation service company scanned the metrics of more than 14 million diner reviews and honed in on the ones whose customers raved about brunch, OpenTable said. The Virginia spots on the list are: Bistro L’Hermitage, Woodbridge brands itself as a "hidden gem" in Occoquan and offers a wide array of authentic French fare. Claire’s at the Depot, Warrenton, is located in a century-old train s…

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by Cecilia Levine
Frederick
Business
Frederick Restaurant Named Among 100 Best For Brunch In America By Popular Website Frederick Restaurant Named Among 100 Best For Brunch In America By Popular Website
Frederick Restaurant Named Among 100 Best For Brunch In America By Popular Website A Maryland restaurant that boasts an acclaimed chef has been named among the 100 best for brunch in the United States. Monocacy Crossing opened on Urbana Pike in Frederick in 2000 and is widely known for its burgers, fish fillets, and pastas. But Open Table says it's one of the best when it comes to brunch. Monocacy Crossing offers an extensive brunch menu, with Chef Rich Regan, a graduate of both Towson University and Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, in the kitchen. The menu is eclectic, comprised of steamed mussels with chardonnay, garlic and red pepper, crab dip, du…

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by Cecilia Levine
Yonkers
Business
'Lifetime Dream': New Cannabis Dispensary To Hold Grand Opening In Westchester 'Lifetime Dream': New Cannabis Dispensary To Hold Grand Opening In Westchester
'Lifetime Dream': New Cannabis Dispensary To Hold Grand Opening In Westchester An all-new cannabis dispensary in Westchester will soon hold its grand opening. The Plant, a premium cannabis dispensary located in Yonkers near the Scarsdale line at 2595 Central Park Ave., will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 9 at 3:30 p.m.  The new business seeks to provide residents in the area with high-quality cannabis brands that will fit their needs and help direct customers who aren't quite sure what they are looking for to the products that will provide their desired effects.  Products sold by the business will include flower, edibles, vapes, pre-ro…

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by Ben Crnic
White Plains
Business
Planters Nuts Recalled Due To Listeria Contamination Concerns Planters Nuts Recalled Due To Listeria Contamination Concerns
Planters Nuts Recalled Due To Listeria Contamination Concerns A pair of Planters nuts products are being recalled due to possible contamination with the bacteria that causes listeria. Hormel Foods Sales, LLC is voluntarily recalling the two Planters products that were produced at one of its facilities in April, according to an announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, sti…

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by Joe Lombardi