New Jersey is filled with fabulous destinations for foodies. If you’re looking for the best of the best, check out these 2018 Garden State Culinary Awards, which celebrate the standouts in a number of different categories.
Congratulations to all the winners who make life a little more delicious in the Garden State.
Outstanding Pastry Chef / Baker
Jennifer Colello Carson
Outstanding New Restaurant
Hearthside, Collingswood
Outstanding Restaurant
Elements, Princeton
Outstanding Chef
Dan Richer
Razza Pizza Artigianale, Jersey City
Outstanding Beer Professional
Ryan Krill, Chris “Hank” Henke, and Bob Krill
Cape May Brewing Co., Cape May
Outstanding Wine Professional (tie)
Sean Comninos, Bill and Penni Heritage
Heritage Vineyards, Mullica Hill
Chris Cree
Pluckemin Inn, Bedminster
Outstanding Spirits Professional
Mark Pascal and Francis Schott
Stage Left Steak, New Brunswick
Best Food Market
Stockton Market, Stockton
Best Neighborhood Food Establishments
North Jersey
Seabra’s Marisqueira, Newark
Central Jersey
El Tule, Lambertville
South Jersey
Louisa’s Cafe, Cape May
Outstanding Food Artisan
Nina and Jonathan White, owners
Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse, Milford
Garden State Culinary Legend
Ariane Daguin
D’Artagnan, Union
Rising Star Chef
Valentina Fortuna
Constellation Collective, Collingswood
