No need to travel to Bologna. Bar Franco is the perfect spot to sip your Negroni and savor the essence of Italian aperitivo in Montclair.
Mary Connolly
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Dutch’s Sandwich Shop: Serving Up a Side of Community
This charming and cozy spot on Church Street is the new kid on the block, and it’s already making a name for itself with its unique take on classic sandwiches.
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Serving Up Sunshine and Sea at Montclair’s Eleven South Restaurant
There was a lot of talk about this restaurant in the old Palazzo space before it even opened. The excitement is understandable because Chef Joseph Catalano also owns the much-loved […]
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Chef Confidential: Under The Radar Pop-Ups, Tastings and Supper Clubs in Montclair
Montclair, NJ – Montclair is celebrated for its thriving food scene. From an abundance of Italian options to French, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Brazilian and yes, even “Wafu” – not to […]
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Cheers (Drink To That) at Pharmacie Bar Where You Can BYOF
Montclair, NJ – Let’s grab a drink. Maybe a cocktail? Where’s a good solid spot, lively but not too showy or fussy? Oh I know a great place – Pharmacie Bar. […]
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Choose Your Own Adventure at Bloomfield’s Popolari
Bloomfield, NJ – Yes, if you think we have more than enough Italian restaurants in Baristaville, you would be right. If you think we have a lot of great Italian […]
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Giddy Up For A Night at the Races: Meadowlands Racetrack
Picture it – the weekend is coming up and you don’t know what to do. Dinner and a movie? Maybe go hear some live music? Sure, those things are always […]
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The Chew On Harvey’s Handrolled Bagels
Montclair, NJ – You probably have your go-to bagel place. There are several options in Baristaville; each one has its merits and often the favorite is the spot closest to […]
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Worth the Trip NYC: The Tin Building, South Street Seaport & The Financial District
For those of you who work in the city – maybe you just want to get home. However, maybe you now mostly work from home and miss your favorite street […]
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Build A Better Butter Board (Say That Three Times Fast!)
Butter boards are having a moment on the Internet. Sure, you’ve got your cheese boards and your charcuterie boards, but now you can elevate your entertaining game by offering a […]
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Experience Bites of Heaven at Umai Sushi & Steak House
Verona, NJ – Baristaville doesn’t lack for sushi spots – everyone has their favorite and most are solid options. You can even bring the kids! But most have yet to […]
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Can You Picnic? A Quick Guide for Dining Al Fresco
We are officially in gorgeous weather mode and that means endless opportunities to picnic! Be it beach, park or pavement there is always a reason to gather your crew and […]
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Cheers to Bitol, Clifton’s Crafty Cantina
Clifton, NJ – At first glance driving by, it would be easy to write-off Bitol as just a run-of-the-mill margarita joint in a strip mall. O.G. people in the area […]
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Dinner at Sam’s Table: Home Grown with a Garden View
Montclair, NJ – Sam’s Table, a private supper club based in Montclair, is on a mission to share a unique and personal culinary vision. It’s a pop-up, so the […]