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Princeton's Summer Fare
Summer's here and the time is right for outdoor concerts, festivals, farmers' markets and all things FRESH, FABULOUS, & FUN! Our annual feature is "the" guide to summer events, activities, caterers, gourmet to go, fresh flowers and produce, outdoor dining, recipes, and more! So whether you are hitting the beach, the streets, or your favorite al fresco restaurant - POL has it covered. The only thing we don't provide is sunscreen. Now GET OUT THERE!
What's New
- Beyond the Beach: Great Ideas for Outdoor Activities This Summer
- Top National Parks for Families
- Backyard Pool Safety Tips
- 5 Tips for Traveling to Europe With Kids
- Flying 'Old Glory' The Right Way This Summer
- Princeton Online Margarita Recipe - Bueno!
- Sunscreen - Your Skin's Ultimate Best Friend
- Grilling Tips
Summer Fare Articles
 
Main Street Bistro and Bar
301 N Harrison St Princeton NJ 08540 609-921-2779 Main Street Bistro and Bar provides exceptional dining in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. It was recently selected as one of "America's Great Neighborhood Restaurants" by Bon Appetit Magazine. Zagat Survey named Main Street Bistro the "Best Everyday Restaurant in town". Earlier this summer Main Street opened the Clocktower Cabana adjacent to its outdoor terrace. The Cabana brings the feel of the shore to Princeton with it's 360 degree open bar and comfortable patio chairs set in a private courtyard setting. Open daily April - October (weather permitting). When it's time to plan that very special event, please consider our catering division, (mainstreetcatering.com) ranked #1 in New Jersey by The Knot Best of Weddings 2007, 2008, 2009. |
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Main Street Kingston Cafe
56 Main Street Kingston NJ 08528 609-921-2778 A quaint coffee house; eat in or take out, with homebaked specialty breads, breakfast pastries, cookies, pies, cakes and desserts, classic and gourmet sandwiches, soups, salads and euro-american coffees. |
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Mediterra Restaurant
29 Hulfish St Princeton NJ 08542 609-252-9680 Savor fabulous cuisine drawn from 21 countries and cultures surrounding the Mediterranean. From our own fresh baked artisan breads and award winning wine list, to our locally grown, farm fresh produce and grass fed beef...we know how to please Princeton & Company. Elegant private dining parties. We're on the Northwestern section of Palmer Square. From our Taverna the Sq. unfolds before your eyes. Locals, legends & new-comers create an atmosphere like no other in town. |
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Main Street Catering
609-921-2777 Main Street Fine Catering, established in 1984, is a sophisticated, state of the art food and event provider to individuals and corporations in the Greater Princeton Area reaching north to New York and south to Philadelphia. From a dedicated 6,000 square foot commissary hub, Main Street's Chef de Cuisine and Pastry Chef along with their staff produce exciting menus and presentations for the likes of US Presidents and national celebrities in addition to community fundraisers, opening nights, wedding celebrations and private entertaining. Selected The Knot Best of Weddings 2007 - 2009, and 2010 Brides Choice Award. Please see our website for more details. |
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Camillo's Cafe
301 N Harrison Street Princeton NJ 08540 609-252-0608 New: Hopewell Valley Vineyards full Winelist, Classic Antipasti Bar, Raw Seafood Bar, and Wine and Cheese Bar Chef Camillo Tortola's food and ambience promise to enchant your senses and delight your palate! Many customers have remarked that they feel "transported back to that small neighborhood trattoria they discovered on their last visit to Italy". Born and raised in Italy, Chef/Owner Camillo Tortola has earned a reputation for culinary excellence. Whether dining indoors in the European charm of casual elegance, or outdoors, with alfresco dining, your experience will be filled with exquisite tastes and aromas that warm the heart and nourish the body and soul. Blending Old World recipies and hospitality with New York Soho style, you will experience the pleasure of this epicurean dining delight. Voted "Diner's Choice Winner for Outdoor Dining", 2012 by Open Table diners. |
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Vidalia
21 Phillips Ave Lawrenceville NJ 08648 609-896-4444 *Salvatore Scarlata*, chef/owner of cozy and intimate Vidalia /Cucina con Passione,/ was born in Villalba, a town in Sicily, and was raised in the city of Liguria in Northern Italy. At a young age, Salvatore took an interest in cooking, a famous Italian tradition and pastime. After gaining experience and knowledge involving the preparation of Italian Cuisine, Salvatore moved to the United States with hopes to expound upon his cooking skills. Shortly after moving to the United States, Salvatore began working toward the perfection of recipes he had created and learned. Salvatore apprenticed in local five star restaurants: Tre Piani in Princeton and La Stalla Ristorante in Pennsylvania. Vidalia’s quaint atmosphere and tasty Italian Cuisine is fueled by Salvatore’s motto: *Cucina con Passione*. Salvatore truly has a passion for the art of cooking and creating the perfect dining experience for his guests. |
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