Hoagies / Subs Deli sub culture is one-of-a-kind in the Northeast, and hoagies are on the menu. Pile ‘em high with thinly sliced cured meats, such as capicola, prosciutto and soppressata, then American or provolone cheese. Garnish with the works and don’t forget the soft, chewy hoagie roll for a proper sandwich. ORDER UP: Cosmo’s Salumeria , Hackensack • Tastee Sub Shop , Franklin Park • Russo’s Market , North Wildwood • Shamrock Deli , Audubon Cannoli The decadent Sicilian pastry has many different personalities, from the crispy or flaky-soft shell to the classic sweet or tangy ricotta cream filling. And why not toss in pistachios or chocolate chips? Whether picking up to bring to Sunday dinner or dipping in espresso at a neighborhood bistro, cannolli topped with powdered sugar can be enjoyed any time of day. FIND HERE: Rispoli Pastry Shop , Emerson • Mannino’s Cannoli Express , Hammonton • Conca D’Oro Italian Pastry Shop , Union Pork Roll / Taylor Ham It all depends on the geography of your bagel shop, deli or cafe and how you order this classic Jersey sandwich. If you find yourself in South Jersey, be sure to call it pork roll, but if you’re making your way up state, northerners say Taylor ham. The salted pork slices developed in 1856 have risen to fame over the last century and are now a beloved go-to breakfast staple. GRAB ONE: Slater’s Deli , Leonardo • Marge’s Deli , Cream Ridge • B Bagels , Jersey City • The Pork Roll Store , Allentown Salt Water Taffy When you think of classic boardwalk fare, salt water taffy comes to mind. Brine is not an ingredient in this guilty pleasure, but the lore of its “happy accident” creation has kept the candy a household name for decades. You can find these sticky delights hand-pulled or whipped by machine all summer long, and no day down the shore is complete without a handful of this stuck-in-your-teeth treat. GET A BOX: Shriver’s , Ocean City • Fralinger’s Original , Atlantic City ILLUSTRATIONS BY: MARISSA ROSE JOHNSON EXPLORE MORE DINING & CUISINE Beyond the spotlight eats, international cuisine shines bright here and is an appetizing representation of our state’s multicultural diversity. VisitNJ.org 19
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