We have a very food-forward episode this week.
We dive into our unforgettable dinner at Clementina, the new Adriatic-inspired Italian restaurant on Valley Road, and explain why we think it’s one of the most exciting openings Montclair has seen in years. We share the remarkable origin story of chef and co-owner Michele Rocchi, whose dream of opening his own restaurant was sparked by an unexpected conversation with a guest while working on a luxury cruise ship.
We also share the news that sushi is coming to Ani Ramen. Mike spotted signage inside Ani Ramen announcing an upcoming sushi program and spoke with partner Kat Reyes about what’s coming next.
And we spend time with the players, parents, and coaches behind Montclair Ultimate Frisbee, one of the town’s fastest-growing youth sports communities. Farnoosh visits a middle-school practice at Brookdale Park and explores how a small local program grew into a thriving community that now competes at high levels and has launched its first girls team.
In What the Hell Is Going on with That…We discuss the terms surrounding the date change for Pride Fest 206 in Montclair, organized by Out Montclair.
In local news, we discuss Montclair State University’s selection to operate New Jersey’s public television stations, replacing the outgoing NJ PBS management arrangement. We also review the Historic Preservation Commission awards, and the latest updates involving ICE detentions affecting members of the local community.
Resources and Links
- Clementina
- Montclair Ultimate Frisbee
- Montclair Historic Preservation Commission
- GoFundMe campaign supporting Alba and her family
- GoFundMe campaign supporting Leonardo Argoti (“Chef Leo”) and his legal defense fund
Image Credit: Clementina