What food does New Jersey do better than anywhere else?

We're talking if you want the best (blank), you're going to find it in New Jersey.

Without a doubt, the best!

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The Ten Foods That New Jersey Does Best

Let's take a look at the ten foods that are best in or from New Jersey. Some of these are dishes/recipes/meals, while others are specific foods.

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1. Blueberries. 

So sweet, so good. Hammonton is the blueberry capital of the world - make no mistake about it. Nothing like stopping at a local stand the first part of July and grabbing some fresh blueberries.

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2. The Tomato.

The Jersey Tomato.

Last summer seemed (to me, at least) an off year for the Jersey tomato. Can't wait til August and I can slice one up, top in with fresh mozzarella, and dot it with some balsamic glaze!

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3. Pizza.

Yes, New Jersey loves pizza! We have several kinds - and, who doesn't love a slice of boardwalk pizza on a warm summer evening?

 

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4. The Breakfast Sandwich.

Arguably the best sandwich that New Jersey has given the rest of the world. It all started here.

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5. The Italian Sub.

Wait, maybe this is the best NJ sandwich! Yes, I call it a sub, not a hoagie. South Jersey has some great ones. Here are my top three. 

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6. Crab Bisque.

We can argue about all kinds of seafood being the best in Jersey, but some great crab bisque can be found in New Jersey!

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7. Disco Fries.

Late night diner lovers unite! Capping a late night out with a stop for disco fries is a Jersey  tradition.

 

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8. Diner Food.

Why just stop at the disco fries. Check out the whole menu - all 7 pages!

 

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9. Salt Water Taffy.

Invented here, still made here. Home run!

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10. Jersey Corn.

Yep. Late august. I'll bring the butter, you bring the salt!

That's 10. What did we miss?

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