NJ Dining

Cozy,welcoming A�vanti offers fine Italian cuisine

BY ANITA STRATOS Correspondent — 04/09/2003

A new upscale Italian restaurant has blossomed on the horizon, and its warm, cozy atmosphere is as conducive to couples out for a romantic evening as it is to families who are looking for a great dinner in charming surroundings. But A�vanti is more than just a pretty place; it�s also a place with fine Italian cuisine and a staff that truly seems eager to welcome you.

Chef profile: Dennis Melia, Executive Chef

04/09/2003

Dennis Melia�s love of cooking stems from his childhood. "My parents took my brother and me out to dine, not just to eat. And we always tried new dishes."

Celebrate Easter with roasted lamb

04/09/2003

Historically, feasting on lamb was a traditional means of ushering in the spring season. The natural breeding cycle of sheep produces lamb in the months of March and April; hence the term spring lamb. This, however, is an informal definition.

Coconut Haystack Cookies

04/09/2003