The Best Food Events in New Jersey This August – New Jersey Monthly

Enjoy New Jersey dining and drinking this August with special events, festivals and more. And if youre heading to the shore, check out New Jersey Monthlys best places to eat by the beach.

August is National Rum Month, and the Shannon Rose is embracing the spirit at both of its Garden State locations. From August 1-31, guests can enjoy tiki cocktails, rum fishbowls and special tropical cuisine. Open daily at 11 am.1200 NJ-17, Ramsey; 201-962-760298 Kingsland Road, Clifton; 973-284-0200

APEM Creamery/Sorbetteria is catering to Sopranos fans this month. Photo courtesy of APEM Creamery/Sorbetteria

APEM Creamery is tipping its hat to The Sopranos with flavors such as Richie Apriles Leather Jacket (salted chocolate caramel), The Guy Was an Interior Decorator (pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt), Ginny Sacks Secret Stash (chocolate with candy), Johnnycakes (lemon buttermilk cornbread with blueberries), Gabagool (strawberry coconut) and more. The creamery opens at 12:30 pm, Thursday-Sunday.870 Broad Street, Bloomfield; 973-666-0438

This hard seltzer event is making its first appearance at the Shore. Guests can sample more than 100 different hard seltzer brands,including Mikes Hard, White Claw, Vizzy and more. Tickets are $29 for general admission and $49 for VIP, which includes early access, a full can of hard seltzer, a special cocktail and a commemorative tasting cup. Sessions are from 1:30-4 pm and 5:30-8 pm.2 Stadium Way, Lakewood; 732-901-7000

Celebrate the Garden States favorite produceplus beer!at this fifth annual festival. The event offers farm-to-table corn and tomato dishes prepared by local restaurants and farmers. The beer garden features 10 Jersey craft breweries. Live music, crafts for kids and artisan vendors are part of the festival, too.Stangl Road, Flemington

On National Rum Day, Kona Grill is serving its Rum Drink, made with coconut rum, pineapple, orange and a splash of grenadine. Enjoy your beverage indoors or out on Konas patio.511 US-1, Woodbridge Township; 732-750-4400

The 19th annual market in West Windsor is held every Saturday from 9 am-1 pm. Shoppers can find fresh pastas, chocolates, meat, poultry, beer, jams, Jersey Fresh produce and more. Food trucks serve crepes, fresh juices, sandwiches and vegan options. The market is held at the southbound side of the Princeton Junction train station at the Vaughn commuter lot.877 Alexander Road, West Windsor; 609-913-7581

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