FOOD & BEVERAGE

New Jersey’s food and beverage culture has long been defined by its ability to blend tradition, innovation, and community pride. From award-winning restaurants and...

Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:   QUOTE OF THE DAY: “Our theme this morning was if we 80- and- 90-year-olds can get off our duffs, your generation better stand up and protect our democracy.” – Former Senator Weinberg participating in the ‘Hands Off!’ protest   TOP STORY: The Return of a Rock Star     The state saw double the layoffs in the first quarter versus 2024, according to MyCentralJersey.   The state released report cards for 2,500 schools, according to Lehigh Valley Live.   Tariffs spurred a rush on car sales in the state, but now dealers are worried, according to NorthJersey.com.   Several school districts are taking drastic measures to keep from going broke, according to NJ.com.   ‘Hands Off!’ protests drew crowds across the state,...

South Jersey’s thriving craft beer culture continues to grow, and one of the most anticipated community celebrations of the spring season is once again preparing to transform a quiet Camden County street into a vibrant destination for beer lovers, families, and local artisans alike. The annual Ales on the Rails festival in the Borough of Mount Ephraim has evolved into a signature neighborhood event—an outdoor craft beer celebration that captures the energy, creativity, and community spirit driving New Jersey’s modern brewing renaissance. Held along Station Avenue in the heart of Mount Ephraim, the festival blends a classic small-town street fair with the bold flavors of the Garden State’s booming craft beverage scene. Organized by the Mount...