From a quiet dinner to raucous parties, Atlantic City offers plenty of options to ring in 2026
One of the great things about living in South Jersey is that Atlantic City is always in our back yard offering something to do for every occasion. Perhaps there is no better example of that than New Year’s Eve, which has always been a special night for the city. ...
Stock the Sleigh for MBCA, Essl’s gets a facelift, hit the Moondeck at Borgata
There’s so much going on this month that my usual column format of focusing on one amazing thing per week is out the frosty windows. This week, I’ll tackle a great outdoor experience at Borgata and Essl’s getting a complete makeover, but first I want to remind...
Let Me Be Frank
Sinatra Jr. remembered by longtime manager, music journalist Thirty-one years is a long time for any relationship. In the music business, it’s an eternity. But 31 years wasn’t long enough for Andrea Kauffman, a respected, influential South Jersey music executive who...
King of the Hill
MBCA Fall Gala honors founder, community activist who started it all Sometimes, a small favor can turn into a lifelong mission. That’s the case for Gary Hill. Once upon a time, Hill was pulled aside by his now-husband John Schultz and asked if he would help out a new...
Starr Power: Philadelphia’s greatest restaurateur returns to A.C. with two restaurants
Atlantic City has certainly had its share of restaurateurs – some great, some not so much – who have come and gone. Among them all, my favorite is Stephen Starr. So, while it pains me to say that he wasn’t available for an interview for this story, my unabashed...
