Wayne Magazine May 2019 | Page 8

editor’s letter T here are a lot of great din- ing spots in and around Wayne—Viaggio, Axton’s by Chef Anton Testino and Black Bull Steakhouse & Seafood, to name just a few. But sometimes there’s nothing that hits the spot quite like the perfect burger fresh off the griddle, accompanied by a generous serving of crunchy, crispy fries. Now that the weather’s milder and we’re out and about building healthy appetites, it’s time to review the fun food options in our area. “Get your Burgers and Fries Here” offers a half-dozen destinations where you can satisfy your cravings for those all-American dishes. And if you’re after a satisfying protein-carb hybrid, look no further than Fri Guyz, home of the Bacon Cheese Fries, Crab Attack Fries (with jumbo lump crab meat) and Jersey Fries (featuring—what else—Taylor ham). For dessert, read “Where to Get your Taylor Ham Popcorn?” Yes, it’s not only conceivable, it’s doable: The online and retail business International Popcorn in Totowa sells varieties of the treat that exist beyond the average imagination (sure, you’d expect to see kettle and salt & vinegar varieties, but Jersey hot dog? Guava? Spicy queso?). If, after all the snacking, you’re in the mood for a real sit-down meal, go to the beloved standby Cheng Du 23; in our “Sichuan Sensation” review, we assure you that it’s as good as ever. And happy spring to all of you from all of us at Wayne Magazine. ■ CINDY SCHWEICH HANDLER FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM WAYNEMagazine Sportscaster and William Paterson University graduate Kevin Burkhardt [“K EEPING HIS E YE ON THE B ALL ,” SPRING 2019] was honored as a Distinguished Alumnus at the William Paterson University Foundation’s 29th annual Legacy Award Gala on April 25; the event was held at The Grove in Cedar Grove. Burkhardt graduated in 1997, after which he took over as sports director at WGHT Radio in Pompton Lakes. 6 MAY 2019 WAYNE MAGAZINE update