Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

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 Tara Jean and a special guest as they 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.

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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

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 to explore our local eateries and promote this exceptional tequila, making stops to sign bottles and meet his fans.

Visit Santo Tequila website HERE.

 

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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

The Black Swan

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

Chef James Avery

James Avery’s passion for the culinary and hospitality industry started working at a pizzeria in his teens, and that was all she wrote. He earned a Culinary Arts degree at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale before returning to his roots here in Jersey. James has worked alongside amazing chefs like David Burke, Michael Mina, and Gordon Ramsey. He was a chef for Ramsey’s“Kitchen Nightmares” and “Hell’s Kitchen.” James helped open the iconic Dos Caminos and its three sister restaurants at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City. In the summer of 2014, he became the Asbury Festhall & Biergarten Executive Chef’s Executive Chef and partner at the Bonney Read in Asbury Park. In 2021, James opened The Black Swan, a European gastropub where he is the chef-owner.

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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

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.

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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

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. 

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Clementine's Restaurant

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

Chef Bobby Johnson

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.

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Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

Skratch Kitchen’s Chef JT Dunn

Skratch Kitchen {812 Main Street, Bradley Beach; 732.984.6363; www.skratchkitch.com}. Owner Chef JT Dunn talked with us at his restaurant, Skratch Kitchen, in Bradley Beach.

Chef JT Dunn’s passion and dedication speak for themselves in the delicious dishes he prepares for his guests. At Skratch Kitchen, you can taste the love in every forkful of food!

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Watch as Guy Fieri Visits Skratch Kitchen for Diner-Drive-Ins-Dives! 

 

Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

Dining Under the Influence with@JohnnyDrinks_

This father-son team began their journey into the world wide web through social media in 2020 when Johnny asked his dad to make him a drink. A short video, a post to TikTok, and the rest is history. Now, across the internet, people can watch as Johnny chooses ingredients, mixes a cocktail, and shares advice the way fathers often do with their sons.

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Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

 Kimmee Masi

Owner of CONFECTIONS OF A ROCKSTAR

{550 Cookman Ave #104, Asbury Park; 732-455-3510;confectionsofarockstar.com}

Confections of a Rockstar, a bakery in Asbury Park, stands as the ultimate sweet haven where rockstar baker Kimmee Masi blends her two lifelong loves: rock ‘n’ roll and baking. Influenced by her father, a culinary arts instructor at Middlesex County College and owner of “Vincent’s Cookie Cupboard” in Freehold, Kimmee spent her childhood summers and snow days immersed in the world of baking. Her father’s creativity and “coolness” left an indelible mark on her, setting her on a path toward a baking career.

Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

Mike Jurusz

Executive Chef and Owner Chef Mike’s ABC, South Seaside Park

{10 24th Central Ave., Seaside Park; 732.854.1588; chefmikesabg.com}

Mike Jurusz’s impressive career began as a teenager in a four–year culinary program located across the street from his high school in Brick Township. He attended Johnson and Wales, graduating with a 4.0 GPA and perfect attendance, before traveling coast to coast to study under some of the country’s best chefs. He then returned to his jersey Shore roots.

Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

Chef Lauren Covas

Chef Covas, owner of Chef Covas Catering, is a culinary virtuoso and a mom who understands the value of time and togetherness. Lauren is the go-to chef for those who want to impress their guests while still enjoying precious time with family and friends. As a Food Network “Chopped” Champion & the Winner of Supermarket Stakeout, she has showcased her talent nationally, solidifying her reputation as a master of her craft. Whether you’re hosting a lavish affair or a cozy family dinner, Lauren and her team are dedicated to making every event truly unforgettable.

Chef Lauren Covas website: chefcovascatering.com

email:chefcovas@aol.com

phone: (732) 673-4070

FB: ChefCovas. IG: cheflaurencovas. TikTok: @cheflaurencovas. YouTube: @TheChefCovas

Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

 

Le Kool Champagne

The Next Chapter in Kool’s Legacy

Celebrating a remarkable 60-year career, Kool from Kool and the Gang has branched out into the world of fine beverages with Le Kool Champagne. This venture reflects his enduring legacy and innovative spirit, bringing the same joy and celebration that his music has delivered for decades.

+++The vibrant energy of Ovation Hall {Ocean Casino Resort;500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City;609-783-8866; theoceanac.com} was palpable as Robert “Kool” Bell, from the legendary band Kool & the Gang, prepared for a performance earlier this year. Publisher Paul Turpanjian, along with Tara Jean McDonald of Dining Out Jersey Shore, met him backstage to talk about his extraordinary career in the music industry and what’s next for the iconic musician.

Order Le Kool Champagne:  lekoolchampagne.com

Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

 The Caviar Queen of New Jersey

Masha Moro, “The Caviar Queen,” is the founder and owner of the eponymous Masha Moro Caviar, one of the only women-owned and operated caviar companies in the U.S.

www.Mashamoro.com

Chef JT Dunn
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Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

100.1 WJRZ – Sundays at 8:00am

 Chef Umberto Turelli

of Zi Marie‘s Original Pizzeria and Restaurant in Toms River

This week, we sit down with chef Umberto Turelli to explore the vibrant fresh ingredients sourced from Italy, the cherished family recipes he passionately prepares, and his exciting lineup of Italian celebration events happening at the Jersey Shore!

Zi Marie’s Original Pizzeria and Restaurant. See the Menu

What’s Cookin’ Jersey Shore – YouTube Channel

Tara Jean

Radio Host & TV Host, Publisher, Journalist, Editor, Writer & Spokesmodel

LinkedIn: TaraJean McDonald Bonanno

Instagram @yourstrulytarajean

Facebook @yourstrulyTJ @tarajeanmcdonaldbonanno

YouTube @Yourstrulytarajean

BLOG: www.yourstrulytj.com

 

the host of

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

Tara Jean McDonald Bonanno boasts a distinguished career in the media industry spanning over two decades. 

She holds the title of Publisher at Dining Out Jersey Shore Magazine, a prominent publication at the Jersey Shore. During her time in the industry, she has produced and hosted numerous NJ Discover TV and Dining Out Jersey video and radio segments. These segments feature interviews with celebrities, philanthropists, musicians, chefs, mixologists, and entrepreneurs, providing them with a platform to share their stories.

Tara Jean has published a column and blog titled Yours Truly TJ. She has also co-hosted on the local MCTV-77, NJ Discover TV & Radio Shows, Fashion Haunts Magazine, and NJ Discover YouTube Channel.

“The Dining Out Jersey Show” podcast and radio show on WJRZ.

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Chef Inspired Healthy with Diane

Chef Diane Henderiks, RD, Chef and Nutritionist

Host of Fresh to Frozen and Back on ROKU & Amazon Firetv  www.DianeHenderiks.com Facebook•Twitter•Instagram•Pinterest @DianeHenderiks. Proud Member of Les Dames d’Escoffier.

the co-host of

Dining Out Jersey Radio & Podcast

One of America’s most versatile, experienced, and educated culinary professionals, Diane Henderiks is on a mission to teach new levels of cooking and eating well–simplified and fun. With credentials as a Registered Dietitian, caterer, corporate chef, and Les Dames d’Escoffier International member, she provides a wealth of knowledge to help the home cook take ordinary ingredients to new culinary heights. Diane is a go–to expert in the media and has been featured in Shape Magazine and The New York Times. She is the creator and host of Fresh to Frozen and Back streaming on Roku & Amazon Firetv. The owner of Diane Catering, she and her team create turnkey, unforgettable experiences for clients. With a heart for nonprofits such as Autism Speaks, Boomer Esiason Foundation, and Jon Bon Jovi’s nonprofit CommunityRestaurant, JBJ Soul Kitchen, Diane loves giving back. 

“The Dining Out Jersey Show” podcast and radio show on WJRZ.

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