Openings
Cheongsu, Fort Lee
From the creators of the Korean wellness restaurant Oncheon in Manhattan’s Koreatown, this stunning café is billed as a serene retreat from the everyday hustle and bustle. A press release explained that the name Cheongsu—meaning “clear water” in Korean—symbolizes purity, flow and the rejuvenating calm of nature; the café “invites guests to reconnect with nature and savor moments of quiet reflection.”
The menu centers on brunch, desserts and afternoon tea, offering items like French toast, soufflés, sandwiches, soups, bingsoo (a shaved ice treat), seasonal pies and warm caffeinated beverages.
Masseria Italian Steakhouse, Morristown
This new steakhouse is the vision of longtime restaurateur and Morristown resident Joseph Cetrulo (who lives in a sprawling Tudor castle he restored!). Masseria blends Old-World Italian charm with an upscale steakhouse experience.
Chashni Chai Co., Montclair
This eatery is a commingling of Pakistani ingredients and American culture. Drinks include chai as well as latte flavors ranging from honey cardamom to rose saffron. The menu consists of salads, toasts, egg dishes and more. This is Chashni Chai’s second location; its original is in Chatham.
Kreme & Krumbs, Montclair
This artisanal ice cream shop closed its brick-and-mortar location on December 8 and is shifting its business entirely to online. Customers can get ice cream—a rotating selection of monthly flavors, plus hand-rolled waffle cones—delivered to their doorstep.
J.Bone’s Barbecue, Westfield
This barbecue joint, opening Friday, December 20, is the brainchild of Jordan J. Mallari, a former TV producer and director who worked on the reality series BBQ Pitmasters.
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