top of page



Northridge - 5 Stockton NJ
February 18, 2026. Trish, John, Sue, Bill, Donna and Bruce Northridge at Woolverton Inn is a restored 1830s barn with cathedral-height ceilings, surrounded by 300 acres of farmland and just minutes away from New Hope. The restaurant offers a menu spotlighting sophisticated comfort fare featuring local Delaware River Valley ingredients from award-winning executive chef Lance Knowling Prix Fixe and BYOB. Northridge is open for weekly dinner service from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday
Trish Grier
Feb 202 min read


Bowman's Tavern - 4.25 New Hope
February 13, 2026 Guests: Trish, John, Sue and Bill We went to Bowman’s Tavern mainly because a friend was going to sing which is why we went on a Friday night. Being retired we all would rather go on a weekday. Since it was a Friday, the parking was not great. First lot was full, so had to back out onto river road and go to valet parking. Bowman’s Tavern has existed for quite a long time. Sue informed us her parents’ first date was there. Which may have been in the 40’
Trish Grier
Feb 152 min read


Dot's Toffee
This was always one of my favorite things about Christmas. This candy is so addictive to me and one of the main resaons I always gained weight during the season. It's real easy to make, but you have to be patient enough to wait until you reach the light crack stage. Supposedly 270°. Also one way to test it is to drop a bit into cold water. It should harden. You need to stay with it, stirring for at least 15 minutes. INGREDIENTS: 1c Dark Brown Sugar 1c Butter 1 Large Mi
Trish Grier
Dec 13, 20251 min read
bottom of page