EAT IT NJ

Looking ahead to summer down the Jersey Shore with the two sets of sisters who launched @BeachImHungry in 2019, an instagram account that calls Ocean City and the surrounding area home. While, 2020 was challenging for dinging out, they have hopes that their favorites will weather the ongoing storm and be ready to welcome visitors this year.

It’s commonplace for people who grew up in South Philadelphia to make sandwiches with soft pretzels, like in lieu of bread. And, like other South Philly traditions, South Jersey now has it own version, and one of the sloppiest (which means best) can be found at Peter & Sons Sandwiches in Glassboro.

Ordering takeout is a great way to enjoy local flavors and support New Jersey's restaurants and food businesses, we chat about two options in Kenilworth and Fort Lee to chow down. And, with spring's arrival who isn't craving a legit dining experience after a long winter? Michelle Park, reputed Jersey native and bonafide food journalist, discusses this and more in Episode 6 of EAT IT NJ.

Everyone in Jersey knows the Garden State Wine Growers Association's award cerermony is a big deal in the state. Especially whichever local winery takes home the Governor's Cup for "Best in Show." Larry Sharrott of Sharrott's Winery discusses his vintage, a 2018 Merlot, that won the biggest prize, scoring a 95, the highest in the competition. He also explains why Camden County and Bordeaux, France, have so much in common. Michelle Park, reputed Jersey native and bonafide food journalist, hosts Episode 5 of EAT IT NJ.

It's no secret that the ongoing COVID-19 crisis has wreacked havoc on the restaurant industry, especially on old-school places that have changed little over the years, shunning takeout, delivery services, and apps along the way. Opened in 1974 by Shigeru and Chizuko Fukuyoshi, long-standing Sagami Japanese Restaurant in Collingswod is one of those places. Mimi Fukuyoshi, their daughter, discusses her parent's successes, traditional mindset and current outlook. Michelle Park, reputed Jersey native and bonafide food journalist, hosts Episode 4 of EAT IT NJ.

Michelle Park hosts Episode 3 of EAT IT NJ. In this show, Michelle chats with Marilyn Johnson about covering the local food scene during the COVID-19 crisis, innovative restaurants, notable local closures, the need for safety measures, and more.

Michelle Park, reputed Jersey native and bonafide food journalist, hosts Episode 2 of EAT IT NJ. In this show, Michelle has a big treat for you (literally!): Philly’s-own Chef Reuben “Big Rube” Harley joins her to talk about his renowned fried chicken sandwich, wings, and other distinctive dishes, plus a method he employs in his kitchen that he affectionately calls ‘Black Folk Style Cooking’… Oh, and BTW, you can get it all in New Jersey now.

Michelle Park, reputed Jersey native and bonafide food journalist, hosts Episode 1 of EAT IT NJ, a Garden State food lover’s podcast that was supposed to launch in March 2020 in Brick City. Then… Fast forward 10 months, and, at last, we’re here to explain our mission, our modus operandi, and where in New Jersey we would eat if we were going to die today.