There is no doubt that Hurricane Sandy had a devastating impact on the Jersey Shore. But thanks to all the help and support from local communities, many businesses on the shore are reopening! Woody’s Ocean Grille and Stella Marina are two of the shore’s most popular restaurants that have now reopened and are operating regularly!… Read More »

Five Valentine’s Day Dinners for Two Wrap up a romantic Valentine’s Day with an intimate affair fashioned around candlelight, music, flowers and sensuous food. Want to heat things up long before dinner reaches the table? Invite your sweetheart into the kitchen to help you with the cooking. Pour a glass of Champagne–a splendid aperitif–and share the… Read More »

One of the most common New Year’s Resolutions is to start eating more healthily. These recipes are not just healthy, but they’re also delicious and quick and easy to make. 1. Grilled Chicken with Chipotle-Orange Glaze INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate, thawed 1.5 teaspoons finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, (see Note) 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic… Read More »

Squash is one of the most functional vegetables available, with over three-dozen delicious varieties that can be used in hundreds of recipes. From common types such as butternut squashes, pumpkins, and zucchini, to lesser-known varieties such as the turban squash and sweet dumpling squash, this veggie is sure to be a crowd pleaser, especially around… Read More »

by Jaclyn Roache   With so many families hosting friends, the holidays this year are going to be even more hectic.  Time for a cookie break! These quick and easy Christmas cookies make great, inexpensive presents, and they can be made regardless of where you’re staying or how many people are in your house. Try… Read More »

*Editor’s note* At the time of printing, Superstorm Sandy made her direct hit.  As the fortunate among us wandered through the dark days and nights, we became abundantly aware of all the little things we have to be grateful for.  We know how life changing the storm’s effect have been for many, and we are… Read More »

Thanksgiving is supposed to be a celebration, not a burden, so follow these guidelines for a fuss-free feast. 1. Failure to Prep Thoroughly Prevent the “Oops, I don’t have that pan!” or “Oops, I didn’t realize it needed to defrost overnight!” Avoid these last-minute crises by reading all your recipes in advance and making sure… Read More »

  by Diane Henderiks, R.D. Many people believe that eating healthy is expensive and time consuming but that is not the case! The reality is that healthy eating can easily be cheap and quick. These difficult economic times do not mean that we have to sacrifice our health in order to eat well. Healthy eating… Read More »

By Diane M. Henderiks, R.D.   That first spring morning when it’s warm enough to sit on the deck for a few minutes with my morning cup of coffee fills me with the excitement of the season.  As I admire the beautiful green hues of the newly blooming trees I think about…GRILLING! Although our family… Read More »

I continually remind people that today is the best time in history to be drinking wine. Th e level of quality and diversity worldwide is simply astounding. However, concentrating on the entire wine world would be a daunting task. To really appreciate the bounty at our fi ngertips, one has to look at specific regions…. Read More »

The summer season has come to and end and so we wave goodbye to dinners on the beach with steamed blue claw crabs, lobsters, clams & mussels, the beer battered fish fry, the sautéed or grilled scallops and the ever popular crab meat stuffed flounder or sole. But, do not be sad, for the fall… Read More »

Fall weather triggers a change in the colors of the landscape and thoughts of heartier foods and wines that enhance them. With the summer’s heaviest heat behind us and the recent tropical storm activity, mushrooms are popping up all over the place including front lawns and backyards. It’s no wonder that the “powers that be”… Read More »

The creative team at Currents Magazine is very proud to bring you our cover shot and feature story on the locally grown Mr. Green Tea Ice Cream Co. based in Keyport. Shooting ice cream is a tricky proposition, so rather than experiment a delicious afternoon away, we turned to an exceptional team of professionals to… Read More »

It is a rare occurrence indeed when a new product enters the market with 45 years of market testing behind it. Meet Mr. Green Tea, an elegant, premium ice cream that’s been the ultimate meal ending crescendo in fine Japanese and Asian restaurants for decades. The ice cream’s distinctive and only slightly sweet flavor and… Read More »

Nothing stimulates the senses like food. It touches us in a primal way and gratifies through limitless taste profiles, haunting scents, touch, even sound, but its most seductive face is visual. Just look at a picture of a gooey chocolate cake, a homemade lasagna or a bountiful paella and you’re off to another place. Expert… Read More »

It’s very hard to even begin a discussion about tomatoes in New Jersey without a battle breaking out, so in an effort to dodge any rotten fruit from flying, let’s just start by saying that no where in the country, the continent, the planet and the entire galaxy beats Jersey for tomatoes. The Jersey tomato… Read More »

Savoring the Blues New Jersey has a state fruit, the blueberry! It became the official state fruit in 2004 after a group of fourth graders from Veteran’s Memorial Elementary School in Brick campaigned to make it the official state fruit. The blueberry is abundant throughout North America and was an important part of the diet… Read More »

Summertime Refreshers Cool, cool summertime drinks, and how to make them…the right way…from Currents own Jimi Hilton. Every year when summertime begins to roll around, and just about every time it’s really hot and steamy outside, I think of my Uncle Wally.  A “mixologist” whose mixed drinks were simply beyond compare, he wasn’t too strait-laced… Read More »

Burgers, and hot dogs, and steaks. Oh my! Summer is here and it’s time to fire up the grill and prepare for your next great barbeque. Everyone loves the idea of having a big backyard bash — mingling friends, playing games with the kids, and of course, indulging in the long forgotten flame-broiled goodness that… Read More »

Currents’ own food editor Jimi Hilton continues his journey through the alphabet of under-estimated ingredients…working backwards this time. Spring has sprung — and among the many treats that nature brings our way each spring are those beautiful, bright green bunches of watercress. Watercress is high on the list of “superfoods”: It is a member of… Read More »

Wine Trends 2011: The year of the comeback What are the new trends for wine in 2011? Well, let’s begin with the fact consumers are still looking for quality and are willing to pay for it, but value is more important. Many wine directors are heeding customer suggestions and are highlighting value rather than price on… Read More »

Soup’s On Paired with a salad or the classic sandwich combo, soup satisfies the spirit and warms the home. With a virtually limitless range of ingredients and styles, from creamy bisques, to nurturing broths to hearty chilis, soup will always get a group around the table. Of recent note, Fox News political pundit Chris Wallace,… Read More »

A Short Trip to Napa Valley Since George Yount planted the first Napa Valley vineyards in 1838, this small valley has grown to be considered one of the premier winegrowing regions in the world. Though just 30 miles long and a few miles wide, Napa Valley and its famous sub-appellations: Atlas Peak, Chiles Valley, Diamond… Read More »