Hailey’s Harp in Metuchen is my favorite pub. It’s not just a watering hole, but a place that churns out quality eats. I’ve been there a bunch of times since my initial review and I have yet to have a bad meal. Featured here is the massive Sullivan’s Sampler which is a tour of Irish…
Photo of the Day: September 26, 2017
Another one from Ichiban. First time in forever I had hibachi, and this was Will’s first altogether. The food was decent, though I enjoyed the garlic fried rice more than anything else. Our chef was pretty entertaining, including launching a few jokes on the raunchy side. Actually, the sexual innuendo was quite profound. Still, it…
Fermented Musings: Resurrecting Andrew Bell’s Ginger Wine: One Step Closer
Just a brief update to the experiment in recreating Andrew Bell’s 18th century ginger wine recipe…I at last got around to ordering the yeast and the Irish moss. On the advise of the folks at Northern Brewer after describing the project, I went with Safale US-05 Ale Dry Yeast. I also ordered the Irish moss…
Photo of the Day: September 25, 2017
Now that is a brandy snifter!
Photo of the Day: September 24, 2017
Onion Kulcha. One of my favorite things in the world…no exaggeration. Neelam Exotic Indian Cuisine, Middletown, NJ. Summer 2017.
Updating Esposito’s Pizza and Pasta (Matawan, NJ)
When I first reviewed Esposito’s, it was part of a Takeout Joints column for pizza and Italian food. I only ate there once before this past week. It was good, but I did not remember much. Most encounters here have been takeout, notably their award-winning sesame seed crust pizza. But a couple of days ago,…
Photo of the Day: September 23, 2017
A half-pitcher of Blue Moon at Brothers’ Pizza in Red Bank. I’ve always loved the color and delicate sweetness of this Belgian-style brew. It goes great with pizza…especially when said pizza is covered with hot peppers.
Photo of the Day: September 22, 2017
Whenever I come home from lecturing, I usually have a martini. But since that was my dad’s drink, I have not really been in the mood for one the last few months. On this particular night, I poured myself a Napa River Merlot. Nothing fancy. I’m not much of a wine guy (horrible Italian, I…
Photo of the Day: September 21, 2017
The bridge into Pennsylvania from Frenchtown over the Delaware River. Summer 2017.
Photo of the Day: September 20, 2017
Nothing beats an old-fashioned candy shop. From the aromas to the selection, it just takes you to your childhood. Minette’s, Frenchtown, NJ. Summer 2017.
Restaurant Review: Cafe Paris (Metuchen, NJ)
Will and I walked into Cafe Paris right after dinner at Hailey’s Harp and Pub, which is across the road and a little farther down Main Street in Metuchen. The place was empty since it was near closing time. Only one table taken inside. It was a couple, sitting next to each other, having dinner….
Photo of the Day: September 19, 2017
Let’s stick with Frenchtown, New Jersey. This item was spotted in the window of a shop on Bridge Street. I’d say that’s just about right. Summer 2017.
