Talk to people you know, locals or visitors, and ask them where they go for a special occasion and the answer is often The Washington Inn. The reasons are clear: atmosphere, location, impeccable service, and exquisite fare from table bread to dessert.
Celebrate the inimitable Jersey tomato in some of Chef Jon’s favorite recipes.
We couldn’t choose between these summer cocktails from Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille! Make all three right in a pint glass.
Let’s pull into the tucked-away property just off South Delsea Drive, meet the owners and drink some wine.
I like steak, though I rarely order them while dining out. I have no secret animus with bovine flesh. Nor do I have salacious kitchen insider stories of why to avoid eating beef in restaurants. Steaks are boring. A good steak doesn’t need a creative hand to make it excellent; […]
Caesar Salad itself is rather boring, consisting of lettuce, dressing, cheese, and croutons. Its origins, however, are another story.
The Ebbitt Room’s dining philosophy is based deeply in “farm-to-table and farm-to-glass” wrought in the menu, wine, and signature cocktail offerings.
Looking for something to help cool off? Shake up a Bourbon Arnold Palmer with this cocktail recipe from the Pier House
Of course, we need a pair of docks for all the fishing boats. Of course I went for the cheap pun. Unfortunately, there really is a seafood paradox in Cape May.
Except for the molasses needed for rum production, all of Nauti’s liquors are grown, ground, mashed, fermented, distilled, and bottled on site.
Each spring we devote this column to what’s new on the restaurant scene for the upcoming season. This year there are no new restaurants opening on the island (that we know of at this writing) but exciting news none-the-less. As you know, Carl Messick, the famous chef of Peter Shields […]
In our continuing series of “Cape May Classics,” The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar is surely ensconced on the “absolutely must include” list. I’ve been frequenting this spot for 30 years and it never disappoints. When my dining companion Reginald and I decide to step out for a bite and […]
I have spent most of my adult life living and working in resort towns, primarily in two locales: the ski areas of Colorado and beach towns up and down the Jersey shore. Many resort areas have great restaurants, and some like Cape May are great restaurant towns that entice foodies […]
Recipe courtesy of The Washington Inn This cocktail, which takes its striking red color from Campari, originated in Florence, Italy in the early 1900s. “[The Negroni] stands tall in its simplicity and sophistication,” says the Washington Inn. “Perfectly balanced with a touch of bitterness, it’s a flawless choice for anyone […]
With this issue, our Grape & Grain column enters its second year of spotlighting the impressive array of breweries, wineries, and distilleries that populate our beloved Jersey Cape. It is a remarkable and expanding assortment of fun-filled venues where locals and visitors can immerse themselves in the vibrant Jersey Shore […]
This New Year, we’re celebrating by reviewing the “Cape May Classics.” These are the restaurants that are the essence of Cape May, known casually as the culinary capital of New Jersey. On the top of any list is the esteemed and globally revered Lobster House. Situated on Schellenger’s Landing Road […]
It’s an unassuming spot, Yozu Japanese Cuisine (a.k.a. Yozu Sushi and Hibachi Restaurant), tucked in the corner of the Bayshore Mall, opposite Big Lots. Step inside and it’s anything but! The interior is serene and elegant, with seating for both regular dining and for dining Hibachi-style. There was a time […]
Succulent, sweet, and luxurious are only a few of the words that come to mind when I think about my favorite food – lobster. This versatile crustacean can transport me to culinary heaven. Apart from the sheer enjoyment of its texture and taste, I suppose it’s such a treat because […]
Beginning with our Early Spring issue, this column has highlighted the cornucopia of artisanal beverage destinations in Cape May County. Though renowned for beautiful beaches, boardwalks, and bars, our region has also blossomed over the past decade into an impressive port of call for craft beer, wine, and spirits enthusiasts. […]
Cozy up with these festive cocktails from the bartenders at The Lobster House! Christmas Cookie To a shaker, add vodka, Bailey’s, amaretto, and half & half. Set aside. Roll the rim of a martini glass in vanilla frosting, then roll in sprinkles to create a candy edge. Pour drink into […]
Holidays are a fabricated construct, much like time, money, and politics. Traditions are the bedrock of societal and community development and provide comfort. They are what we turn to during chaotic and uncertain times. Or are traditions an anchor that make us feel safely grounded but keep us from moving […]
The ever-growing craft beer industry is the result of many happy incidents, coincidences, and luck. One of those incidents was the signing of HR 1337 in 1977 by then-President Jimmy Carter which legalized homebrewing in the United States. I mention this not to start a history lesson but to note […]
The Bees Knees, a new bee-themed bar at the Marquis de Lafayette, takes inspiration from a 1920s speakeasy, but it doesn’t make itself hard to find. A neon sign in the entrance proudly pronounces it as Cape May’s “worst” kept secret. The cocktail menu includes Prohibition-era nods such as Giggle […]