Duncan Edwards

You expect grand old churches to sit on a town square or at least near a road. St.…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 14

In New Jersey, great dairy doesn’t hide behind fancy branding. It shows up in the glass bottle sweating…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 14

Not every Jersey Shore town needs to be loud to win you over. Point Pleasant has a different…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 14

There’s something deeply satisfying about a real general store—the creaky floors, the shelves packed with useful odds and…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 13

New Jersey does Italian food with zero half-measures. One town has a red-sauce legend that’s been feeding families…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 13

New Jersey has no shortage of places claiming to serve comfort food worth the trip, but Corinne’s Place…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 13

Fancy dining rooms get a lot of attention, but New Jersey knows the truth: some of the best…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 13

New Jersey knows how to do thrift shopping properly. Not the tiny, blink-and-you-miss-it kind, either. We’re talking sprawling…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 12

Spring in New Jersey has plenty of tells. The first warm Saturday. The iced coffee line getting longer.…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 12

Some places earn a loyal following. White Manna in Hackensack inspires full-blown burger pilgrimages. This compact North Jersey…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 12

Not every great New Jersey escape comes with a packed parking lot and a line for selfies. Tucked…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 12

There are scenic overlooks, and then there’s High Point. Up in the far northwestern corner of New Jersey,…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 11

Some of New Jersey’s most memorable food spots do not look flashy from the outside, and that is…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 11

Not every great New Jersey hike involves a lung-burning climb or a full day of planning. Up in…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 11

Some New Jersey adventures ask for hiking boots, a full tank of gas, and a carefully mapped-out plan.…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 11

Most bike rides give you a nice view now and then. This one practically spoils you. The Hudson…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 10

There are plenty of Jersey day trips that promise “charm” and then hand you traffic, crowds, and a…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 10

Not every New Jersey hike gives you this much payoff in one outing. Tucked into the Delaware Water…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 10

Walk into Burlington’s Historic Burlington Antiques and Art Emporium and any plan to “just browse for a minute”…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 10

Cape May has no shortage of ways to spend a day, but this one feels like a local…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 9

Most hotel stays blur together by checkout. This one absolutely does not. Tucked into the heart of Princeton,…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 9

Some New Jersey escapes announce themselves with crowds, snack stands, and big entrance signs. Whitesbog is not that…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 9

If you’ve ever judged a breakfast spot by the size of its parking lot crowd, Lucille’s Country Cooking…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 9

If you’ve ever walked into a bookstore “just to browse” and resurfaced two hours later holding a mystery…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 8

If you’ve driven Route 34 and spotted a barn-red building that looks like it was designed by someone…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 8

If you grew up in Jersey, you already know the rule: when a place has a steady stream…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 8

If your brain feels like it has 47 tabs open, Port Murray has the refresh button. Tucked into…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 8

One minute you’re driving through Burlington County thinking you’re just grabbing brunch, and the next you’re walking into…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 7

If you’ve ever said “I’m just going to browse” and then walked out clutching a weirdly perfect lamp,…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 7

Merchantville has a way of sneaking up on you. One minute you’re cruising past tidy porches and old…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 7

If you’ve ever pulled off Route 130 or the Turnpike for “just a quick look” and left with…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 7

If your dog’s idea of a perfect afternoon involves sniffing new friends, sampling treats, and casually inspecting every…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 6

You can drive deep into New Jersey’s woods and still end up with a cup of water so…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 6

You can spot the regulars right away. They don’t wander. They make a beeline, grab a plate, and…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 6

If your usual New Jersey coffee run is all bright tile and neutral playlists, Westwood has a plot…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 6

This spot keeps the Amish-market schedule, which means it’s not a seven-days-a-week situation. Plan for Thursday through Saturday,…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 5

If you want maximum scenery for minimum effort, head north and let the boards do the work. Up…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 5

If your ideal coffee run includes a warm drink, a cozy seat, and a curious cat deciding your…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 5

If you’ve ever wished errands felt a little less rushed and a lot more delicious, Mullica Hill has…

By Duncan Edwards · Mar 5

When the Florida heat or a pop-up storm threatens your plans, Dezerland Park Orlando saves the night with…

By Duncan Edwards · Feb 27

California has turned avocado toast into an art form, and some cafés have mastered this craft better than…

By Duncan Edwards · Aug 11