Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

A Radio Show for the Foodie Lover

Attention all food lovers in New Jersey! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey like never before with “Dining Out Jersey” – the state’s premier restaurant show on 100.1 WJRZ! Every Sunday Morning at 8am, join us as we uncover the hidden gems and award-winning dining destinations throughout the Garden State. “Dining Out Jersey” is your backstage pass to the vibrant culinary scene, where we bring you exclusive interviews with local restaurateurs, innovative chefs, and master mixologists.

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

Show #1 – Aired July 2024

We’re thrilled to have the legendary Guy Fieri, host of the wildly popular show Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, visiting our beloved Garden State.

Guy Fieri is also making waves in the spirits industry with his Santo Tequila, a brand he co-founded with rock legend Sammy Hagar. Known for its smooth taste and high-quality ingredients, Santo Tequila is quickly becoming a favorite among tequila aficionados.

Guy is here in Jersey not just to explore our local eateries but also to promote this exceptional tequila, making stops to sign bottles and meet his fans.

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

Show #1 – Aired July 2024

The Black Swan 

{601 Mattison Avenue, Asbury Park; www.theblackswanap.com}

The Mainstay – Bar & Lounge

(525 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park; www.itsthemainstay.com}

Introducing “Chef-InspiredHealthy with Diane. “Dining out is one of life’s pleasures but can be challenging if you are trying to eat healthily. In this regular series, Diane will visit a local eatery, choose a better-for-you option from the menu, and chat with the chef about healthy cooking. First up is James Avery, Executive Chef for Asbury Park’s The Black Swan and The Mainstay.

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

Show #2 – Aired July 2024

A DAY IN THE LIFE–Chef David Burke

Spending a day with Chef David Burke gave us a taste of the effervescent life of a restaurateur and celebrity chef who is a true native of the Jersey Shore.  Chef David Burke is meticulous, charming, and tough. With his tousled hair and iconic eyeglasses, he efficiently manages 16 restaurants across America. He is actively involved in each and dedicates his time traveling to New Jersey, New York, and North Carolina for business. When he finds time to relax, he can usually be found having brunch in a Jersey Shore town, at a gallery in Red Bank, or basking in the view from his beautiful Atlantic Highlands home.

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

Show #3 – Aired July 2024

Something to Believe In: Music, Family & Winemaking

Jesse & Jon Bon Jovi’s Hampton Water Wine Co.

Growing up in New Jersey, Jesse Bongiovi lived a life different from the average kid. His father is the famous rock Star Jon Bon Jovi. No one can deny that the Bongiovi family name has made a significant impact on the music industry, but there is more than musical talent that drives their passion for success.  Jesse grew up around music, philanthropy, restaurants, Jersey beaches, and great family values. But like a“hometown boy, born a rolling stone,” Jesse’s passion for making his mark on the wine-making industry led him to a vineyard in Southern France where he helped create one of the country’s most celebrated and prestigious rosé wines. 

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

Show #4 – Aired August 2024

Clementine’s

{306 Main Street, Avon by the Sea; 732.988.7979: www.clementinesavon.com}

An interview with Chef Bobby JohnsonThe first Clementine’s was ‘born’ in Asbury Park on 5th Ave. between Main and Memorial. The small space had a lovely courtyard and accommodated 22 people. Now located at 306 Main Street at Avon by the Sea, for the past 21 years, Clementine’s has been one of the most loved restaurants at the Jersey Shore. In 2019, Owners Chef Bobby Johnson and Michael Rathsmith opened their new restaurant, the Bistro by Clementine’s, just a few doors down on MainStreet. Chef Bobby sat with us to talk about how it all began.

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

Host, Tara Jean McDonald Bonanno boasts a distinguished career in the media industry spanning over two decades. Having established roots in Monmouth County with her family, she assumed the role of editor at Our Town, a notable Monmouth County newspaper. At this time, she began composing her ongoing column and blog, titled Yours Truly TJ. This period also saw Tara Jean serve as co-host for a duration of eight years on the local MCTV-77, NJ Discover TV & Radio Shows and NJ Discover YouTube Channel.

Concurrently, she was spokesmodel and Senior Writer for Fashion Haunts Magazine. At present, she holds the title of Publisher at Dining Out Jersey Shore Magazine, a prominent publication at the Jersey Shore. Her tenure in the industry has seen her produce and host a multitude of NJ Discover and Dining Out Jersey segments, featuring interviews with celebrities, philanthropists, musicians, chefs, mixologists, and entrepreneurs, providing them with a platform to narrate their stories. Notably, Tara Jean is eager to spearhead “The Dining Out Jersey Show” podcast and radio show on WJRZ.

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