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Billing itself as the only pizzeria in Scotch Plains and surrounding areas that specializes in artisanal Roman Square Pizza, Massa Pizza (Park Ave., Scotch Plains) offers “a curated selection of imported Italian specialties in a small but casual atmosphere,” according to its website. Since its opening, the eatery has received many rave reviews, but...

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The American Film Industry was born in New Jersey and presently the Garden State hosts Film Festivals that attract visitors from all over the country and abroad.  Many locals look forward to attending the film festivals every year and many films feature the best of local talent.   Howell Township resident Christopher Boncimino’s short film “Leo” wi...

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In what seems to be a trend in New Jersey, another iconic restaurant in the Garden State is closing. Spirito's Italian Restaurant in Elizabeth has been a neighborhood icon ever since it opened in 1932. Most New Jerseyans know a place like Spirito’s – a neighborhood eatery that has the best local food. But would anyone want to buy one? That’s the qu...

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One of my life’s goals is to find the perfect sandwich. Thankfully, New Jersey is home to thousands of delis to choose from. And with this new monthly column, I’ll be exploring as many as I can. First, let’s lay down the law. What is a sandwich? What is not a sandwich? Here’s how I see it: A sandwich consists of at least two slices of bread with me...

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Lacey has plenty of pizzerias, but one of them is about to change. Fusaro Pizza and Pasta, which operates in Manahawkin, acquired the location of Vesuvio Pizza in Forked River. Andy Costagliola, who owns Fusaro, bought the 725 S Main St. location and is running the restaurant. Once he receives permit approval, he will change the name of the locatio...

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It’s like the members of the “Where Staten Island Eats and Drinks” Facebook group manifested an event like this. Mutzfest, a festival solely featuring mozzarella cheese in it’s many forms is coming to New Jersey later this month. Organizers say the event will be held at the Hoboken Elks Club, 1005 Washington St., on Sunday, Jan. 26, from 2 p.m. to...

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When it comes to old school Italian restaurants, there is one in Ocean County that has been named the state's best and one of the best in the country, according to one publication. In a recent report at the website Cheapism, the best old school Italian restaurant in each state was listed, and the top restaurant in the Garden State makes it's home i...

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The Nutley Board of Commissioners presented two proclamations during the Tuesday, Dec. 17 public meeting. Commissioners Steven L. Rogers and Mauro G. Tucci were absent excused. A proclamation was given to Nutley Unico for their 60 years of service. Mayor and Public Works Commissioner Joseph P. Scarpelli and Commissioners Thomas J. Evans and Alphons...

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Fact: There can never be too many spots for great Italian food in New Jersey. Yeah sure, some joke that you could throw a dart in the air at random and you’d probably hit a pizzeria in New Jersey, but that doesn’t mean all are worthy of eating a meal at. But this one is. It’s in Egg Harbor City and it’s called Gennaro’s Italian Grille and Pizzeria....

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The Bloomfield Center Alliance recently announced the winner of its annual downtown Holiday Window Design Contest. Now in its fourth year, the organization sponsors the campaign as a way to not only help make the downtown look more festive with a little friendly competition amongst local businesses, but also market and promote those participating a...

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