South Jersey's Sober Party Girl

There are just some weeks when you absolutely cannot catch your breath. Between the Wildwood Boardwalk, the Philadelphia Eagles Public Practice, and bouncing all over South Jersey, I traveled a LOT this week, and somehow managed to find some pretty cool gems along the way. And, of course, I found a fantastic mocktail, too. Because priorities. 😉 A New Favorite in Northfield: Zaytouna First, I have to give a shoutout to somewhere new, or at least somewhere that has quickly become a favorite. I have already gone back to Zaytouna in Northfield, New Jersey for lunch more times than I probably should admit. Zaytouna is a Mediterranean market with some seriously delicious lunch options, including shawarma that is apparently so good that I completely forgot to take pictures. Yep. I ate first and remembered the blog second. Honestly, sometimes you just have to have your priorities straight.  They also have three different flavors of baklava, and each one is flaky, sweet, and delicious. Hav...

The summer is winding down. It’s almost time for local summer. I’m still very busy, and I apologize if my writing is taking a hit because of it. When you live, work, and play in a party town, time just isn’t real. Or at least, it feels like 1 minute happens in 1 second. But I did find time to find a couple mocktails! Tacos and birria will always have a special place in my heart. So, when we found ourselves at Tacos El Tio in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, I was more than ready to dig in. From the moment we arrived, things were off to a great start. We were seated right away, and our server was incredibly friendly. Of course, one of my first questions had to be about a mocktail. I asked, and he didn’t hesitate. The Mocktail Soon, a Virgin Mojito with pomegranate appeared at the table. Oh. Yea. It was bubbly, fresh, minty, a little tart, and absolutely delicious. Honestly, I could sit at the bar sipping on these all night! And because no Mexican meal is complete for me without one, I a...

It isn’t summer in Atlantic County without a visit to Bay Avenue in Somers Point, New Jersey. This iconic stretch is home to some of South Jersey’s favorite restaurants, including Smitty’s Clam Bar , The North End Grill , and, of course, The Anchorage Tavern . We visited The Anchorage last year, and it was actually one of the very first restaurant reviews we shared on the SNJ Sober Party Girl blog . While it certainly didn’t need a “redemption visit,” it will always be one of those classic Somers Point dinner spots that deserves another trip. The Anchorage Tavern is the oldest continuously operated business establishment in Somers Point, with roots dating back to around 1874, when it originally opened as the Trenton Hotel. During Prohibition, the Anchorage was a popular stop for rum runners, and throughout its long history, the tavern has become known for its lively atmosphere, games of chance, and plenty of colorful characters. Over the years, The Anchorage also became known for Ital...