Welcome to the NJ.com food and culture team’s local dining guide series! For the next several months, our writers will ...

Many once-beloved steak dishes that relied on braising, smothering, or pounding tough cuts of beef have disappeared from ...

Seasonal fruit crisps showcase Pennsylvania’s orchard bounty, with tart fruits balanced by sweet crumble toppings and house-made ice cream that melts into all the nooks and crannies. Chocolate lovers ...

Crab cakes may look simple, but opinions about them are anything but. Too much filler, not enough crab, or a poorly balanced ...

In this fast and easy recipe, whole-grain mustard becomes a wonderful crust for salmon.

House-made options change regularly but might include classics like Smith Island Cake – Maryland’s official state dessert, featuring multiple thin layers of cake separated by fudge frosting. It’s a ...