Category Archives: Eatery

Supermarkets are fixtures that practically define our almost-daily lives. From Don DeLillo’s White Noise, supermarkets help everyday people cope with the world around them. The one supermarket that New Jersey only shares with five other Eastern U.S. states is ShopRite! … Continue reading →

Sushi came to America in the mid-60s, first hitting that large state on the opposing coast. It wasn’t until the early 70s that this type of food began its popularity growth in our country; however, it was finding its appeal … Continue reading →

Tableside food preparation in restaurants has been mostly a novelty of the past, as in the 70s and 80s; however, there appears to be a resurgence in New Jersey restaurants. Owners are trying to give us ever-demanding diners more for … Continue reading →

I often converse with a co-worker about New Jersey eating establishments, although, she loves food in a more Andrew Zimmern-daring kind of way. She had asked me if I ever ate Vietnamese food, and I told her that I was … Continue reading →