PETER GENOVESE is a Trenton native and an award-winning features/food writer for The Star-Ledger and nj.com. He is the author of ten books, including Roadside New Jersey, Jersey Diners, and The Jersey Shore Uncovered: A Revealing Season on the Beach, all from Rutgers University Press.

"Peter Genovese's new book introduces us to colorful characters, unusual locations, and interesting tidbits that make up New Jersey.  Who knew that New Jersey has 'the highest density of wildlife per square mile of any state'? New Jersey rocks!"— Dominick Mazzagetti, author of The Jersey Shore The Past, Present & Future of a National Treasure"New Jersey is overflowing with stories -- and people claiming to be experts on our state. But there are only a precious few who really know our people, neighborhoods and rhythms like Peter Genovese. His words are all the verification you need."— Kevin Whitmer, Longtime editor, The Star-Ledger & NJ.com"From Babe Ruth's favorite fishing river, to the location of Buttzville, to a Newark-based farm without soil, this book is filled with the people, places, and things that constitute the great – and often misunderstood – state of New Jersey."— Russ Roberts, author of Rediscover the Hidden New Jersey"A journey through N.J.'s most unlikely oasis of beauty with writer Peter Genovese"https://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"For NJ.com's Peter Genovese, the Garden State is an amazing journey filled with iconic destinations" by Jacquline Cutlerhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"From Babe Ruth's favorite fishing river, to the location of Buttzville, to a Newark-based farm without soil, this book is filled with the people, places, and things that constitute the great – and often misunderstood – state of New Jersey."— Russ Roberts, author of Rediscover the Hidden New Jersey"New Jersey is overflowing with stories -- and people claiming to be experts on our state. But there are only a precious few who really know our people, neighborhoods and rhythms like Peter Genovese. His words are all the verification you need."— Kevin Whitmer, Longtime editor, The Star-Ledger & NJ.com"Peter Genovese's new book introduces us to colorful characters, unusual locations, and interesting tidbits that make up New Jersey.  Who knew that New Jersey has 'the highest density of wildlife per square mile of any state'? New Jersey rocks!"— Dominick Mazzagetti, author of The Jersey Shore The Past, Present & Future of a National Treasure"A journey through N.J.'s most unlikely oasis of beauty with writer Peter Genovese"https://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"For NJ.com's Peter Genovese, the Garden State is an amazing journey filled with iconic destinations" by Jacquline Cutlerhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com

• CONTENTSIntroduction  The Swamps of North JerseyKing of the Rolling ChairsA Day at the Trailer Park A Night at the Food TruckGo Ask AliceInside the Traffic Management CenterWhere 600,000 Insects are on the MenuMuscle Cars ForeverDavid Bowie, Hip Hop Tunnel and AqualandI Am Not Eating the DirtLives Rebuilt, Hopes RestoredThe State's Coolest SpotBaby You Can Crash My CarFrom Buttzville to Bivalve and BeyondWhat Kind of Dishwasher Wears a Rolex?Straight Outta CamdenThe Most Beautiful Color of All Eat Where the Truckers - and Bono – EatBoost!If You Have a Heartbeat, Please CallAt the Dock of the BayYou're in the Brew Army NowGrowing Up Up UpSerenaded on New Jersey's Official Tall ShipHomemade and GoodThe View from High PointThe 40 Best Places to Visit in New Jersey  AcknowledgementsAbout the Author

PETER GENOVESE is a Trenton native and an award-winning features/food writer for The Star-Ledger and nj.com. He is the author of ten books, including Roadside New Jersey, Jersey Diners, and The Jersey Shore Uncovered: A Revealing Season on the Beach, all from Rutgers University Press.

"Peter Genovese's new book introduces us to colorful characters, unusual locations, and interesting tidbits that make up New Jersey.  Who knew that New Jersey has 'the highest density of wildlife per square mile of any state'? New Jersey rocks!"— Dominick Mazzagetti, author of The Jersey Shore The Past, Present & Future of a National Treasure"New Jersey is overflowing with stories -- and people claiming to be experts on our state. But there are only a precious few who really know our people, neighborhoods and rhythms like Peter Genovese. His words are all the verification you need."— Kevin Whitmer, Longtime editor, The Star-Ledger & NJ.com"From Babe Ruth's favorite fishing river, to the location of Buttzville, to a Newark-based farm without soil, this book is filled with the people, places, and things that constitute the great – and often misunderstood – state of New Jersey."— Russ Roberts, author of Rediscover the Hidden New Jersey"A journey through N.J.'s most unlikely oasis of beauty with writer Peter Genovese"https://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"For NJ.com's Peter Genovese, the Garden State is an amazing journey filled with iconic destinations" by Jacquline Cutlerhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"From Babe Ruth's favorite fishing river, to the location of Buttzville, to a Newark-based farm without soil, this book is filled with the people, places, and things that constitute the great – and often misunderstood – state of New Jersey."— Russ Roberts, author of Rediscover the Hidden New Jersey"New Jersey is overflowing with stories -- and people claiming to be experts on our state. But there are only a precious few who really know our people, neighborhoods and rhythms like Peter Genovese. His words are all the verification you need."— Kevin Whitmer, Longtime editor, The Star-Ledger & NJ.com"Peter Genovese's new book introduces us to colorful characters, unusual locations, and interesting tidbits that make up New Jersey.  Who knew that New Jersey has 'the highest density of wildlife per square mile of any state'? New Jersey rocks!"— Dominick Mazzagetti, author of The Jersey Shore The Past, Present & Future of a National Treasure"A journey through N.J.'s most unlikely oasis of beauty with writer Peter Genovese"https://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"For NJ.com's Peter Genovese, the Garden State is an amazing journey filled with iconic destinations" by Jacquline Cutlerhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com

• CONTENTSIntroduction  The Swamps of North JerseyKing of the Rolling ChairsA Day at the Trailer Park A Night at the Food TruckGo Ask AliceInside the Traffic Management CenterWhere 600,000 Insects are on the MenuMuscle Cars ForeverDavid Bowie, Hip Hop Tunnel and AqualandI Am Not Eating the DirtLives Rebuilt, Hopes RestoredThe State's Coolest SpotBaby You Can Crash My CarFrom Buttzville to Bivalve and BeyondWhat Kind of Dishwasher Wears a Rolex?Straight Outta CamdenThe Most Beautiful Color of All Eat Where the Truckers - and Bono – EatBoost!If You Have a Heartbeat, Please CallAt the Dock of the BayYou're in the Brew Army NowGrowing Up Up UpSerenaded on New Jersey's Official Tall ShipHomemade and GoodThe View from High PointThe 40 Best Places to Visit in New Jersey  AcknowledgementsAbout the Author

PETER GENOVESE is a Trenton native and an award-winning features/food writer for The Star-Ledger and nj.com. He is the author of ten books, including Roadside New Jersey, Jersey Diners, and The Jersey Shore Uncovered: A Revealing Season on the Beach, all from Rutgers University Press.

"Peter Genovese's new book introduces us to colorful characters, unusual locations, and interesting tidbits that make up New Jersey.  Who knew that New Jersey has 'the highest density of wildlife per square mile of any state'? New Jersey rocks!"— Dominick Mazzagetti, author of The Jersey Shore The Past, Present & Future of a National Treasure"New Jersey is overflowing with stories -- and people claiming to be experts on our state. But there are only a precious few who really know our people, neighborhoods and rhythms like Peter Genovese. His words are all the verification you need."— Kevin Whitmer, Longtime editor, The Star-Ledger & NJ.com"From Babe Ruth's favorite fishing river, to the location of Buttzville, to a Newark-based farm without soil, this book is filled with the people, places, and things that constitute the great – and often misunderstood – state of New Jersey."— Russ Roberts, author of Rediscover the Hidden New Jersey"A journey through N.J.'s most unlikely oasis of beauty with writer Peter Genovese"https://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"For NJ.com's Peter Genovese, the Garden State is an amazing journey filled with iconic destinations" by Jacquline Cutlerhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"From Babe Ruth's favorite fishing river, to the location of Buttzville, to a Newark-based farm without soil, this book is filled with the people, places, and things that constitute the great – and often misunderstood – state of New Jersey."— Russ Roberts, author of Rediscover the Hidden New Jersey"New Jersey is overflowing with stories -- and people claiming to be experts on our state. But there are only a precious few who really know our people, neighborhoods and rhythms like Peter Genovese. His words are all the verification you need."— Kevin Whitmer, Longtime editor, The Star-Ledger & NJ.com"Peter Genovese's new book introduces us to colorful characters, unusual locations, and interesting tidbits that make up New Jersey.  Who knew that New Jersey has 'the highest density of wildlife per square mile of any state'? New Jersey rocks!"— Dominick Mazzagetti, author of The Jersey Shore The Past, Present & Future of a National Treasure"A journey through N.J.'s most unlikely oasis of beauty with writer Peter Genovese"https://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com"For NJ.com's Peter Genovese, the Garden State is an amazing journey filled with iconic destinations" by Jacquline Cutlerhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2020/06/a-journey-through-njs-most-unlikely-oasis-of-beauty-with-writer-peter-genovese.html— Newark Star-Ledger/NJ.com

• CONTENTSIntroduction  The Swamps of North JerseyKing of the Rolling ChairsA Day at the Trailer Park A Night at the Food TruckGo Ask AliceInside the Traffic Management CenterWhere 600,000 Insects are on the MenuMuscle Cars ForeverDavid Bowie, Hip Hop Tunnel and AqualandI Am Not Eating the DirtLives Rebuilt, Hopes RestoredThe State's Coolest SpotBaby You Can Crash My CarFrom Buttzville to Bivalve and BeyondWhat Kind of Dishwasher Wears a Rolex?Straight Outta CamdenThe Most Beautiful Color of All Eat Where the Truckers - and Bono – EatBoost!If You Have a Heartbeat, Please CallAt the Dock of the BayYou're in the Brew Army NowGrowing Up Up UpSerenaded on New Jersey's Official Tall ShipHomemade and GoodThe View from High PointThe 40 Best Places to Visit in New Jersey  AcknowledgementsAbout the Author