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Red Cabbage is Fall Favorite
Want to celebrate Octoberfest right at home? It's easy! Make some spaetzle noodles, a little fried schnitzel and braised red cabbage....
Helen Lawler
Oct 14, 20242 min read
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Clams on the Grill: Hold on the Flavors of Summer a Bit Longer
Seafood was very much a staple cuisine in my home when I was growing up. As soon as the stockpots began overtaking our kitchen counter, I...
Tracy Redling
Sep 20, 20243 min read
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Restaurant Serenade C'est Magnifique
Located in Chatham Borough, Restaurant Serenade offers a French flair for a magnificent dining experience. As you walk in the door an...
Helen Lawler
Jul 15, 20241 min read
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"Old World" Cooking is Dining Excellence
Il Mondo Vecchio has been a fixture in Madison, NJ for decades. Part of the charm of this long-time favorite is the quality of...
Helen Lawler
Jun 6, 20241 min read
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Steak Dinner with Simplicity of Tuscany
Several years ago, my dear friend Sue’s mom, Elvira stopped by our home for a visit. It was one of those sweltering, hot summer days and...
Tracy Redling
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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The Art of the Dinner Party
My mom always says, “make sure your table is set so your guests know you were expecting them.” Growing up in the 70s and 80s people had...
Tracy Redling
Apr 19, 20245 min read
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