During the pandemic, I started exploring a few towns around me and Montclair quickly became one of my favorites. It started with going to Montclair Bread Company for doughnuts, and during my many trips there I found a few other great places to go in town. Here are the places I like to go when […]
The Little Italy of the Bronx: Arthur Ave
If you’re a foodie like me, you’ll love what Arthur Ave has to offer. Located in the Bronx, Arthur Ave is a street full of Italian restaurants and specialty stores, also known as the Little Italy of the Bronx. As a Jersey native, I was so excited when I first heard about Arthur Ave from […]
3 Doughnut Places to visit on National Doughnut Day
Celebrate National Doughnut Day with a fresh, delicious doughnut from some great places in New Jersey! Montclair Bread Company16 Label St, Montclair, NJ 07042 @montclairbread Two words: brioche doughnuts. No doughnut has ever been as good as my very first doughnut from the Montclair Bread Company in Montclair, New Jersey. Rachel Wyman, the owner, is […]
B&W Bakery in Hackensack
Written by Emma Carroll So I grew up eating the best crumb cake ever made without even knowing it. This place is one of my Dad’s favorites and it was about an hour from where I lived. It’s called B&W Bakery in Hackensack, and it’s one of the most classic New Jersey bakeries in the […]
11 spots for croissants in Jersey City
National Croissant Day is on January 30! Treat yourself to this buttery, flaky pastry at a local coffee shop or bakery. Prato Bakery 371 4th St Hours: Monday to Saturday, 7AM to 6PM. Sunday, 8AM to 6PM. Website: https://www.pratobakery.com/ Choc O PainMultiple locations Also offers vegan croissants and chocopain. Jersey City locations: 530 Jersey Ave, […]
9 Spots for Brownies In + Around Jersey City
It’s National Brownie Day! Grab a warm, freshly baked brownie from some of these local favorites in the area. Monteleone Bakery 741 Newark Ave, Jersey City View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Hoboken Girl® (@thehobokengirl) About: family-owned bakery with Italian pastries + baked goods Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Monteleone’s%20Bakery/843099696042983/ Crema 1 Duncan Ave, Jersey […]
7 bakeries in Bayonne for cakes, pastries, and more
In the mood for something sweet? If you’re in the Bayonne area, head over or call ahead to some of the great bakeries in the area! Double Batch Bakery 1102 Avenue C View this post on Instagram A post shared by Double Batch Bakery | Online Bakery (@doublebatchbakery) Double Batch is a specialty bakery offering […]
11 dessert spots to visit in North Hudson County
Looking to satisfy your sugar cravings? Check out these local bakeries and dessert spots for a variety of sweet treats! Dulce de Leche 6510 Bergenline Ave, West New York View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dulce De Leche Bakery (@dulcedelechebakery) Website: https://www.dulcedelechebakery.com/ Two Crepes 4301 Park Ave, Union City View this post […]
Top 5 Vegan Desserts in Jersey City
If there’s one thing most people enjoy, it’s a sweet treat. As someone who doesn’t like dairy, I’m often faced with the question, “So do you just not eat anything delicious anymore?” It’s a common misconception that vegans suddenly have to give up treats like a slice of cake or ice cream, but that’s all wrong. There are […]