I've never gotten take out, only eaten there, but I love Hummus Place. Everything I've had there is delicious - hummus, shakshuka, labane, salads...

http://www.hummusplace.com/

Is there something is particular you're looking for?

I'm friends with the director of that program (Upscale Getaways) and I heard that this year they're having two Pesach programs - one in Niagara Falls and another one at the Dolce Resort in Connecticut.

LittleWave, when is your party? Have you started narrowing down what you'll be making? I've considered hosting a cocktail party on a smaller scale and I'd love to hear what you decide and how it turns out.

Not sure where you are, but I found a thread about where to find pareve slider buns in the NYC area:

http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/863388

Of the four Highland Park restaurants, I most often choose Park Place. My favorites are the chili burger, hot bites (boneless chicken in spicy sauce, like fire poppers) and buffalo wings. One thing I would not order again is their soup which seemed like it was made from a mix with a few added veggies/noodles. I wish they would add a few vegetables to their menu, especially ones that aren't deep fried (though the onion flower is delicious).

Black bean cakes topped with guacamole

Sliders - either burger or pulled brisket with slaw - brisket might be easier to do in advance

I also like The Orchid but I'd recommend it for takeout only. We ate at the restaurant once and it was an awkward space.

Lin's in Manville was actually the first place to come to my mind, but I checked and it's in Somerset County. They deliver to the New Brunswick/Highland Park area and possibly other areas of Middlesex County if you order enough.

For kosher Chinese food in the area you mentioned, I'd suggest Kosher Chinese Express in Manalapan. You order at the counter and they have a few tables but it seems setup mostly for takeout.

Where is lburger located? How recently did it open?

Of all the dairy restaurants I've tried in Teaneck, the only one I'd recommend is Mocha Bleu. Everything we tried was yummy and very fresh. I've only been there once though and sat outside, so maybe someone else can tell you about the inside seating area and the party room (mentioned on their website).

Amazing! I think our favorites were the gnocchi with beef cheek and mushrooms, short ribs and rib eye. We were there with a large group of about 25 and were ordering off a set three course party menu. The food and service were both wonderful. This was in March, not sure if that's recent enough for you.

I tried Mocha Bleu for the first time recently, also on a Sunday during the nine days. We sat outside in the patio area and our waiter was helpful and funny. I tried the Mediterranean stromboli and the caprese panini, both were delicious. Everyone was very happy with their food and commented on the fresh ingredients. One thing that surprised me was that the bakery items are pareve. I was really hoping that in a dairy restaurant they'd be using butter, but no such luck. The milkshakes are the one actually dairy dessert - we got the chocolate one, which I would have preferred without the chocolate chunks, but my husband happily finished it. I would definitely return!

Quiche with your choice of vegetables and cheese should reheat well and can also be served cold or room temperature. One combination I like is spinach, mushrooms, feta and cheddar, but there are so many options.

Anne, what is the name of the restaurant you're talking about? What town is it in? Do you just ask for "special bread" or does it have a name? Thanks!

I just got back from dinner at Rasoi in Iselin and I'm so happy that you recommended it because it was wonderful. My husband and I shared the samosa choley and the samosa chat. The chick peas that came with both appetizers were flavorful and they were filling enough that those could have been our dinner, but we also ordered a paneer dish to share. Everything was great and we're excited to go back there.

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Rasoi
1567 Oak Tree Rd, Iselin, NJ 08830

Thank you, I'm excited to try your suggestions! I'm actually looking for vegetarian Indian dishes, whether it's the entire restaurant or just some of the dishes.

I tried Moghul earlier this year after reading good reviews of it. The soups were very small and our samosas were served cold. The waiter was nice when we asked for them to be heated up, but even hot they were just ok. I know there are a lot of Indian restaurant options in the Edison area, but I'm not sure what to try next.

Panatieri on Talmadge Road in Edison has really good pizza and I especially like their fresh mozzarella pizza. I also like Highland Pizza, which jethro suggested. It's on Raritan Avenue (Route 27) in Highland Park - good pizza and they deliver.

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Highland Pizza
601 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904

There's also an online menu if you go to the website that marissaj posted above. I would love to try the bison burger on the lunch menu. I haven't been able to find bison at the butcher near me for a while.

I haven't been there myself, but a couple friends went to Shawarma Express last week and told me that the falafel was great.

I noticed another route 27 change - there's an Italian Bistro opening where Zeina was, at the corner of 27 and 5th avenue in Highland Park.

I like the variety of produce I've found at the Highland Park Farmer's Market. In the past I've gotten tomatoes, corn, berries, peaches, eggplant, basil and more. They'll be open on Fridays starting next week -- June 17th.

http://www.mainstreethp.org/polCalend...

I was planning to try the Rutgers Farm Market this year, but from people's posts it sounds like there's not much there. Has anyone been there more recently?

Your post got me thinking about farmers markets again too, and when I was searching the internet I found a great website:

http://www.state.nj.us/jerseyfresh/in...

You can search for farmers markets and events by location, activity and even search for a specific fruit or veggie!

My husband and I have been going to Dish Cafe for years and we love it! Two of our favorite dishes are the french toast with fresh strawberries and bananas and the salmon burger. Last night my husband and I noticed that Dish Cafe was open for dinner -- it was the second night that they had extended dinner hours. We could tell that they were training some new dinnertime waitstaff, but the service was attentive and friendly. I ordered pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, broccoli, olives and feta. My husband had Jack Daniels salmon with mashed potatoes and broccoli. Both entrees came with bread, butter and a choice of soup or salad. After years of going there, I still haven't tried any of their desserts because I'm always too full, but maybe next time....

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Dish Cafe
327 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904

This morning I saw a sign on the Charlie Brown's building in Highland Park that said "New Restaurant Coming Soon".