New Jersey’s wine industry has entered 2026 with rare momentum, the kind that turns local tasting rooms into national talking points and transforms seasonal...

If you're searching for a can’t-miss summer festival that captures the heart of New Jersey’s local flavor, mark your calendar for Sunday, August 10, 2025, as the Atlantic Highlands Music & Food Truck Festival makes its grand return to the scenic Marina Lawn at 10 Simon Lake Drive. Set against the backdrop of the breathtaking Raritan Bay, this all-day event promises a feast for all your senses—mouthwatering eats from 18 gourmet food trucks, a live music lineup that will have you grooving from midday to sunset, and a vibrant festival atmosphere that’s as family-friendly as it is adult-approved. Oh, and did we mention? Admission is absolutely free. For more entertainment happenings around the Garden State, check out our...

East Coast Estate Winery Triumphs at the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Voorhees, New Jersey—Full disclosure is that I have never tried any of these wine's yet, however I will soon. If you set that aside please, in what I call a remarkable achievement that highlights the growing prominence of East Coast winemaking, let alone within 2 miles from my house, the Saddlehill Winery has earned top honors at the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, taking home the coveted "Best of Class" award for its 2023 Renegade Red Blend. Competing against more than 5,500 entries from North America’s leading wine regions, this accolade marks a historic milestone for both Saddlehill and New Jersey’s wine...