Soup costs $4 a cup. Did I mention it’s lunch only and no one tips? Cellphones are forbidden, so forget about recording the meal for posterity. That’s because the only people who can book a table here ...

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Here are the steps Robbie Felice took to climb the gastronomic ladder and become a renowned chef in North Jersey.

The dining retreat underscores the restaurant’s role as more than a place to refuel. Some hardworking CIA couples use the oasis as their “date night” spot, only during daylight. Other ...