Friday Feature: Spicy Elk Meatballs from The Archer

Welcome to weekly series,"Friday Feature" showcasing a specific dish or find from around Jersey City.

This week's feature is the Spicy Elk Meatballs from The Archer.

Community News

Jersey City

• Bone In Food has launched a new website with updated menu options including vegetarian choices and more personalized delivery times. 
• Departed Soles is hard at work on a new line of gluten-free craft beers using malted gluten-free grains so keep an eye out for news on their progress.
• Cocoa Bakery has released their Easter menu which includes cakes, tarts, cookies, pies, and cream puffs, all available now for pre-order. 
• Downtown Yogurt has introduced a new Cookie Counter and they're carrying Milk Sugar Love cookies to pair with your yogurt. Milk Sugar Love pints and ice cream sandwiches are now also available at Van Hook Cheese. 

Lafayette Corner Store Has Closed

Lafayette Corner Store, 320 Communipaw Ave, closed late last week.

Community News

Jersey City

• Cocoa Bakery has released their Passover menu, now available for pre-order. They've been without phone service for the past couple of weeks, so please make sure you email info@cocoabakerycafe.com to place any orders. 
• Whealth is offering a new menu for spring. 

Friday Feature: The Frosty Clover from Milk Sugar Love

Welcome to weekly series,"Friday Feature" showcasing a specific dish or find from around Jersey City.

In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, this week's feature is the Frosty Clover milkshake from Milk Sugar Love!

Trolley Car Bar to Become Lo-Fi

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The Trolley Car Bar and Grill, 328 Palisade Avenue, is soon to be known as Low Fidelity.

March Blizzard Watch 2017: Who's Open and Who's Closed

Winter Storm Stella is here and bringing lots of snow! It's definitely encouraged to stay indoors and off the road, but if you have to venture out, check the guide below to see what's open near you and stay local.

Community News

Jersey City

• Sam a.m. is hosting a St. Patrick's Day 4 course feast on Wednesday and Thursday. for $44/person.
• Left Bank Burger Bar is offering a new Friday special for Lent: The Codfather with fried cod, coleslaw, and bank sauce.
• Talde has introduced a new late night menu, available on Saturdays after 10pm. 
• Esther Davidowitz of NorthJersey.com recently went on a food crawl around downtown Jersey City with Razza's Dan Richer and they hit quite a few local favorites. 

Friday Feature: Beef Cheek Bao from Cellar 335

Welcome to weekly series,"Friday Feature" showcasing a specific dish or find from around Jersey City.

This week's feature is the Beef Cheek Bao from Cellar 335.

The Cliff Prepares to Open

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New restaurant, The Cliff, is getting ready to open at 38 Congress Street in Jersey City Heights.

March Calendar of Events

St. Patrick's Day isn't the only thing to look forward to this March. Check out what's happening this month in Jersey City.

Thursday, March 9th

• Bucket & Bay is holding a Masterclass in gelato-making, this time focusing on chocolate. It runs from 7:30-10pm and is $95/person

Saturday, March 11th

• The 8th Annual Chili Cook-Off and Home Brewing Contest benefitting TRUE Mentors in Hoboken will run from 2-6pm at Our Lady of Grace Gym, 422 Willow Ave in Hoboken. Tickets are $45 each.

Community News

Jersey City

• Congratulations to Milk Sugar Love on being featured on Insider for the Fruity Pebbles Mac Daddy ice cream cake and on being nominated in the Garden State Culinary Arts Awards. 
• Congratulations to South House, Dullboy, Pint, and Fox and Crow for being named among the 17 best bars to visit in Northern New Jersey by NJ Monthly. 
• Chef Michael Martello Jr., known for his creativity and embracing the nose-to-tail food movement) is joining Bone In. 

Get to Know JC Eater: Steve

Welcome to "Get to Know JC Eater" profiling a local resident sharing where and what they love to eat in Jersey City. If you'd like to be featured, please leave a comment below or email me directly.

This week's JC Eater is Steve, an enthusiastic eater who's got a recommendation for whatever you're looking for!

Marco and Pepe Sold

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After being listed for sale in December for 3.7 million, Marco and Pepe, 289 Grove Street, is reported to be officially sold.

Harborside Expands Pop-Ups

After doing some renovations and recently installing several food pop-ups, Harborside has now expanded their selection with another five vendors.