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Red Bank, your next dining obsession has arrived. 🐯

It’s time to explore SHO Asian Table: a bold new Pan-Asian dining experience where culinary artistry, unexpected flavors, and elevated cocktails come together in one unforgettable setting.

Chef @chefwoopersean brings a creative edge to every plate, from Hamachi Crudo and Umami Steak Tartare to Yuzu Lemon Pepper Ribs, Colossal Fire Prawns and Binchotan-Grilled Branzino. 🔥🥢

Then there’s the cocktail program; where traditional Asian drinking culture meets modern bartending, inspired by the @slowdrinks movement of Danny Childs and Dean Hakim. 🍸

🏮 Opening August 12
📍 Red Bank, New Jersey
🥢 Reservations are LIVE NOW

If you’re looking for somewhere new to explore, indulge, and experience Pan-Asian cuisine in a whole new way… @shoasiantable is calling.

The secret’s out, Red Bank.
Time to put on a SHO. 🐅

Explore the menu & reserve your table: SHOAsianTable.com⁠
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#RedBankNJ #ExploreNJ #ExploreRedBank #NJFoodie #JerseyShoreEats AsianCuisine RedBankEats NJRestaurants LuxuryDining JerseyEats taken in Red Bank, New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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Beyond excited to be featured in @diningoutjerseyshore Fall Issue 🍂✨ This edition celebrates gratitude and abundance, and I couldn’t feel more thankful for all the blessings this past year has brought. 💛

It’s amazing what hard work and determination can achieve, and I’m so proud to share a glimpse of my journey with you all. 🙌 Plus, I answered the question I get asked the most—“Where should I go eat?” 😋 In the article, I break down my favorite spots in Monmouth and Ocean County, by category.

I hope you’ll check it out, explore some of my go-to places, and join me in celebrating this next chapter—because the best is yet to come. 🌟

Here’s to growth, gratitude, & endless exploring! 🎃

#MagazineFeature #DiningOutJerseyShore #JerseyShoreEats #ExploreNewJersey #MonmouthCounty #FallFeature #GratitudeSeason #JourneyContinues #BlessedAndGrateful #WhereToEat #FoodieFavorites #AutumnStyle #OktoberFest #PumpkinSeason #HighlandsNJ taken in Jersey Shore, New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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✨ Let’s explore Glam House in Middletown! 💇‍♀️💖

I walked in thinking I was just coming in for a regular blowout and hairstyle, but what I got was an ENTIRE experience! From the moment I stepped through the door, I was greeted with delicious snacks, sweet treats, and even birthday gifts! 🥂 Talk about feeling like a celebrity!

And honestly, @glamhousesalonn REALLY lives up to its name! From the warm welcome to the super-friendly staff and their impressive expertise, every detail made me feel pampered, appreciated, and completely taken care of.

Owner @jenloprete has truly created something special here. It’s more than just a salon; it’s a space where women can unwind, feel empowered, embrace their beauty, and walk out feeling like the most confident version of themselves. 💕

Because sometimes, it’s not just about a fabulous hairstyle. It’s about how you FEEL when you leave. And at Glam House, you leave glowing from the inside out, feeling renewed, confident, and ready to take on the world! 👑

📍 Glam House | Middletown, NJ

Your next glam day is calling!
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#hairSalonNJ #WeekendMode #NJHairstyle #luxurySalon #exploreNJ taken in Middletown, New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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🍷 STOP SCROLLING… THIS ONE’S BIG!

I’m teaming up with NJ BuyRite to give ONE lucky winner a pair of VIP tickets to one of the most anticipated tasting events of the year - a $500 TOTAL value! 🎟️ ✨

The 19th Annual Super Sampling is bringing together rare & exclusive spirits, fine wines, premium pours, celebrated brands + elevated bites for one unforgettable evening at @bellworks in Holmdel.

🌟 Your VIP ticket includes early admission to sample rare, exclusive spirits and elevated bites before the evening officially gets underway.

📍 Saturday, October 24th | 6 PM
📍 Bell Works | Holmdel, NJ

But there’s more to this night than what’s in your glass. ❤️ Proceeds from Super Sampling support the Sarala Bathena Foundation, providing financial assistance to oncology patients and their families.

🤩HOW TO ENTER:

✨ Follow me @expl0rewithalina + @njbuyrite + @saralabathenafoundation
❤️ Like this post
💬 Comment below
📲 Reshare to your Story for an EXTRA ENTRY

⏰ Giveaway closes October 20th
🔞 Must be 21+ to enter

Didn’t win? You can still join us. 🥂
Tickets are available through @njbuyrite bio & use code BR25 for $25 OFF your ticket.

Rare pours. Elevated bites. VIP access. Bell Works.
🍾 See you October 24th. Happy Exploring!
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#ContestGiveaway #NJthingstoDo #wintickets #VIPevent #exploreNJ taken in Bell Works by @expl0rewithalina

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A new season deserves a new kind of drive with @luxautic . ✨
Come explore the road ahead with me.
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#explorewithme #newseason #NewMe #positiveEnergy #luxuryvehicles taken in City Island by @expl0rewithalina

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Light up the season with unmatched style ✨ Celebrate Diwali in stunning lehengas and timeless saris made for every special moment.
🪔 Add that extra sparkle to your festive wardrobe. Shop @simplyadornbysejal today for all the flair and bling! 💖
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#DiwaliStyle #FestiveFashion #ExtraSparkle #lehengaLove #BowDown NewSeason YourLoss TimelessTreasure OneofAKind VisionSoBright SoGolden ShakeYourWorld ExploreNJ taken in Orchard Park by @expl0rewithalina

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International Coffee Day is here, and we’re exposing the red flags 🚩 and green flags 💚 at Meximodo.
Red flag? Sitting down at Meximodo and saying, “I’ll just have water.” …Respectfully, who hurt you? 😂 Green flag? Ordering the dessert & coffee like you came here with a plan. 🍮☕️

And if you really want to secure your place in the green-flag hall of fame, order a Café Martini with @meximodotequila for an extra-perky twist. Because life is too short for boring coffee orders. 😜
Tag someone below who you are bringing with you to Mexi who you know is a green flag! ⤵️
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#internationalcoffeeday #coffeetime #goodmorning #funnySkit #restaurantReels taken in New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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🍋 Come explore @nusocucina -where Atlantic City gets a true taste of Italy.

Step inside and you’re transported to another era: vintage records, lemon-covered ceilings, cozy corners, and the charm of an old-world Italian escape.

And when I say taste of Italy, I mean it literally. 🇮🇹 Ingredients are flown in fresh from Italy every Tuesday to create pizza you won’t find at just any Italian restaurant in New Jersey. Italian style. Italian ingredients. Truly authentic flavor.

This fall, Nuso is keeping things lively with Sunday Football Nights featuring a $20 special for a 14” pizza + pitcher of beer, $5 Bud Light drafts, and live music from 6–8 PM.

And for something a little more creative, Sip & Paint returns October 7 & 14 at 6:30 PM for $35 per person, including all materials and a glass of wine while you create your own seasonal decorative bottle, Halloween Theme !🎃🍷🎨

A family-owned local gem worth adding to your fall list. Nuso Cucina; come for the atmosphere, stay for the taste. 💙🤍💙
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#njfoodie #exploreNJ #italianrestaurant #FallActivities taken in Atlantic City, New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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Flashback to last year’s Foodie Expo… 🍷✨ Now let’s explore what’s in store this year!

New venue. MORE vendors. MORE entertainment. And plenty of delicious reasons to come hungry. 😋

Your ticket includes samples & tastings from exhibitors, including wine, beer + spirits (age restrictions apply), plus entertainment and door prizes! There’s also a cash bar, and an outdoor cigar lounge is planned, weather permitting. 🥃

📅 October 7 at 6pm
📍 @riverviewballroomnj
🎟️ Use code ALINA for $15 OFF your ticket!

Ready to eat, sip, discover & EXPLORE? 🍴🥂

Grab your tickets through the link in bio at @diningoutnj !
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#FoodieExpo #ExploreNJ #NJFoodie #DiningOutNJ #foodanddrink taken in Cliffside Park, New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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Oops… I did it again. 🍣✨

I went to @sushi_bby_official for just one bite… and somehow ended up falling in love with the whole omakase experience.

Scotch Plains, you officially have a new sushi obsession.

Think caviar bumps, uni, toro, seared Wagyu, melt-in-your-mouth salmon, and a little ✨magic✨ sprinkled into every course. Add an intimate BYOB setting, your favorite bottle, and good company.. and suddenly “dinner” has become an entire experience.

And yes… you may find yourself saying “baby, one more time” after every course. 😂

🍣 Come hungry.
🍶 Bring the sake or wine bottle.
🤤 Leave room for the upgraded omakase course.

Sushi Bby… I must confess, you’ve got me coming back one more time. Okayyyy, probably way more than one. 😉
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#happyExploring #SushiTime #njeats #DiscoverJersey #foodieadventures taken in Scotch Plains, New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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Do you wanna… travel in style, comfort & luxury? ✨🥂

Whether you’re looking for an stress-free ride to the airport or gathering your crew for a celebration, @svlluxurytransport is ready to roll.

With a fleet accommodating 11, 24 & 36 passengers and service throughout NJ, NY & PA, you can arrive wherever you’re going in style.

🎂 Birthday bonus: receive a complimentary bottle of champagne on your birthday! 🥂

Ready to elevate the ride? Message them today and tell Simon that Alina sent ya …

Happy exploring! 🚙✈️
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#VIPexperience #transportationService #carserviceNJ #birthdaycelebration #luxuryTransport taken in New Jersey by @expl0rewithalina

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