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Dave
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Username: Dave
Post Number: 8836
Registered: 4-1997
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 5:20 pm: | 
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Oops. 15th I have to be at a birthday party. Subtract me from the tally. |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 101
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 6:00 pm: |
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Chef J says the takeout will not be the buffet but off the menu. Check with him. |
spw784
Supporter
Username: Spw784
Post Number: 861
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 7:23 pm: |
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spoke to someone at HTTA in the last hour... he said it didn't look like the event was going to happen. Are we still a go?
I'd like to attend, but it would be just me, and I feel a little funny dining alone. I hope to see more familiar names on the RSVP list soon. |
Elaine Harris
Citizen
Username: Elaineharris
Post Number: 122
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 7:28 pm: |
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You can count on me. I will be there. Reserve two places. |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 103
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 7:31 pm: |
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S.P.W. Yes, its a "Go"
THe announcement has only been up since 4:p.m. give it time to fill up.
Regarding the familiar names, e-mail some of them and make it happen. |
Arthur Gartenlaub
Citizen
Username: Artg
Post Number: 72
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 9:24 pm: |
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Although HTTA would love to host this happening, this great dining event will be at Jesse's Restaurant, "Heart and Soul" 61 Academy Street, South Orange on Wednesday, March 15th. My wife and I are planning to attend so put me in for two reservations. I'm really looking forward to those fabulous ribs.
Art |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4837
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 9:56 pm: |
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Great news! Libby and I are in... (2) but I thought this was at Jesse's place NOT at HTTA???
Who's on the committee? I just called Arts and Jesse's, but got no answer. Maybe it's to late?
Listen, either place works well. The only difference is Jesse's place would be BYOB, and Arts place is now a bar, which means BYOB is not allowed by law... |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4838
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 10:01 pm: |
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...ooops, you slipped that one in ahead of me pal, but that's where I thought it would be anyway. We're excited about it too. |
LibraryLady(ncjanow)
Supporter
Username: Librarylady
Post Number: 3091
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2006 - 10:17 pm: |
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I'd love to come but already have plans to be in Ft. Lauderdale for Spring Break that week (don't ask 
Looks like there will be enough folks for the 15th as well as plenty of others who can't make it due to prior committments. Hope another F2F is planned soon there! |
Joan
Supporter
Username: Joancrystal
Post Number: 7107
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 9, 2006 - 8:39 pm: |
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Sorry we can't make it that night. Hopefully the event will be repeated at some time in the near future.
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Pizzaz
Supporter
Username: Pizzaz
Post Number: 3292
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 10:58 am: |
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Jesse, please include 2 more. Thank you. Say hey to Annette.  |
Arthur Gartenlaub
Citizen
Username: Artg
Post Number: 73
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 12:01 pm: |
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Please add one more reservation for me.
Thanks,
Art |
sac
Supporter
Username: Sac
Post Number: 3215
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 12:15 pm: |
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Better go to soapbox and post in the thread there - that seems to be where they are counting heads and there aren't many spaces left.
I'm thinking (hoping) that if it fills up there will be a repeat, since I can't come this time. |
Pippi
Supporter
Username: Pippi
Post Number: 1887
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 12:32 pm: |
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ditto what sac said. not enough notice for me to arrange to attend
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BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 719
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 2:06 pm: |
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John Caffrey is counting the heads...perhaps PL him above???? |
StellaLuna
Citizen
Username: Stellaluna
Post Number: 45
Registered: 6-2005
| | Posted on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 7:27 pm: |
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Library Laday--off the thread but if you are going to Ft. Lauderdale, be sure to eat at the River House. |
wendy
Supporter
Username: Wendy
Post Number: 2052
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, March 11, 2006 - 10:59 pm: |
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John, please let me know if there's room for at least one more - me. I understand it's all booked but if anyone drops out, I'd love to attend. It happens to be my birthday that day; sounds like a good way to spend part of it. Thanks. |
BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 726
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, March 12, 2006 - 7:03 am: |
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Wendy-happy birthday in advance...hope that you can come so that we can wish you a good year in person...I have it on good authority that Tuesday the 14th is Chef Jesse's b'day so I hope that we fill all the reservations as a birthday gift to him!
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wendy
Supporter
Username: Wendy
Post Number: 2055
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, March 12, 2006 - 8:53 am: |
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BGS, thanks for the advance birthday wishes. John has let me know there's room for me due to a cancellation. Looking forward to meeting you and others in person.
A big thanks to John for organizing this! |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 109
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, March 12, 2006 - 10:27 am: |
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We have reached seating capacity for Wednesday evening. Thank you for your support.
If there is interest, we are willing to arrange two or three gatherings per year at local, less patronized restaurants.
Please let us know if you are interested in continuing this along with your restaurant suggestions.
Scully and JC |
mrmaplewood
Citizen
Username: Mrmaplewood
Post Number: 308
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, March 13, 2006 - 9:54 am: |
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It's obvious to me that I did not understand the concept of the Heart and Soul restaurant. I went there expecting to have a meal. When I got in the door there was one table taken, the others all empty. However, the woman greeting me would not seat me as I did not have a reservation. All those enpty seats, and she was leaving them empty. Having been refused service, I left.
And it will be a long time before I go back! Some way to do business! |
michael brant
Citizen
Username: Mbrant
Post Number: 127
Registered: 10-2005
| | Posted on Monday, March 13, 2006 - 3:57 pm: |
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I AM DONE WITH THIS PLACE. SAME HAPPENED TO ME. I WAS TOLD THAT I NEEDED TO MAKE A RESERVATION AND ORDER MY MEAL IN ADVANCE. I AM NOT INTERESTED IN ORDERING MY SATURDAY DINNER ON THURSDAY. |
BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 745
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, March 14, 2006 - 1:23 pm: |
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHEF JESSE!!!!!
CAN'T WAIT TIL TOMORROW NIGHT!!!
BEST,
BGS} |
wendy
Supporter
Username: Wendy
Post Number: 2080
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 - 9:19 pm: |
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Thanks to all who organized and took part in an absolutely wonderful evening in celebration of Jesse and his family's incredible food endeavor. That means Elaine and John Caffrey specifically and the other 28 people, including my family and the cook extraordinaire and his lovely family.
My family absolutely loved his food and now understand who some of the wacky people are that I spend my time conversing with here.
For those who may still complain about Heart and Soul's availability just know that Jesse is doing everything he can to make a success of this business. If you can't offer him suggestions or capitol then just accept what his arrangement is now. In other words, put up or shut up. His arrangement for now as quoted on a flyer I took home is:
"Starting February 27, 2006 Heart & Soul is initiating a new reservation plan. For those of you that will be dining in a 48 hour advance notice is requested. For those of you who will like to be accommodated with take [out] orders, a 48 hour advance notice is also requested. Call and make your reservations now (973) 763-9005.
The menu will be posted on our website: www.heartandsoulrestaurant.com. For more information inquire within. You can also plan private catering, private parties, meetings, company lunches, & etc.
Chef Jesse.
Business Hours
Thursday - 5 pm to 9 pm
Friday & Saturday - 5 pm to 9 pm
Sunday - 4 pm to 8 pm
62 Academy Street, South Orange, NJ" |
Suzanne Ng
Citizen
Username: Suzanneng
Post Number: 666
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 - 10:00 pm: |
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Wendy -- I agree... It was a fantastic evening! Food was great..Jesse is a great chef! I'm so glad I finally got to put faces with screen names! Mem is not at all what I imagined her to be! |
Deidra
Citizen
Username: Deidralynn
Post Number: 513
Registered: 6-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 - 10:11 pm: |
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I had a wonderful time also. Chef Jesse will definitely cook for me and my family again, and again,...and again! Like my southern uncle used to say, "Mmmm..mmm! That tastes like some mo' please!...thank you very kindly!" |
Monster©
Supporter
Username: Monster
Post Number: 2515
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 - 10:30 pm: |
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Dang that fried okra was good, the mac-n-cheese, the chicken, the ribs, the cornbread, heck it was all good.
Tonight was my first time there, and I was wondering what took so long, and the company was great, everyone knew my name, and now they have a face to go with it. I'll have to give the most enthusiastic greeting award to BGS, she whooped with Monster joy and I thought she was going to collapse with glee when she finally met me, and it was very nice meeting you too.
Everyone kept asking me who Mem was, and is she here yet, so at one point of the night I shouted out that since everyone kept asking who she was, I pointed to her and said "there she is!", but it was the only outing I gave tonight.
Monster Wife and I sat at a table with Art C, and some crazy Scottish woman, err - I mean his lovely wife Libby, and for the life of me I can't remember the name of the other lovely woman at our table, but I can say that I my wife and I enjoyed their company for the evening.
John kept me supplied withn beer, and his lovely wife Leslie kept me supplied with sexy looks across the room.
Wendy didn't have one FU for me, Elaine was all bubbly, or at least I thought she appeared that way, I didn't see ES&L eat one shoot, though he may have had some leaves, Scully asked me where her prize was, sorry-next time, Mem was surrounded by MEN at her table, I think Jack Caffrey and I got to say hello, and all of the non MOL spouses, partners, significant others, friends got to meet some of the people that their other half complains/talks about.
A big thank you to Jesse and family for a great meal, and happy birthday Jesse.
If I left anything out, or anyone, please feel free to come to Bunnys or wherever another F2F will take place, and complain to me over a beer, your treat. |
Pippi
Supporter
Username: Pippi
Post Number: 1925
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 - 10:48 pm: |
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I wish I could have made it
now I want mac and cheese...
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Monster©
Supporter
Username: Monster
Post Number: 2518
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 - 11:49 pm: |
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you could only have made the place Pippier, next time
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BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 763
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 6:06 am: |
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Last night was just great!!! It was so much fun to spend time with some terrific people...and the food...I thought my grandmother was in that kitchen!!! The corn bread was to die for...okra cooked perfectly...chicken melted in your mouth and the ribs ....there are no words...
Monster-you rule!!! I was so happy to put a face to the name (although I do remember meeting you at Bunny's once...but this time I feel like I know you better, having read more of your prose)
Had a nice dinner with Art and Willie of H2TA's and enjoyed speaking with Pizzaz and lovely Leslie and seeing Art C. without a beard!!!! with his lovely Libby....Mem and her SO have a special place in my heart and it was nice meeting Scully, Wendy, John Caffrey, Suzanne Ng and a really nice person in Eats, Shoots and Leaves...on more than one level....Of course, Mr BGS does not understand how we can all meet each other for the first time and speak to each other like we are good friends...Thanks to Jesse for having us and for everyone picking up on Elaine Harris' original post and making a great evening happen.
Art C.-did you ever get around to discussing a community gym? |
Virtual It Girl
Citizen
Username: Shh
Post Number: 4158
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 7:05 am: |
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Wow, that is so sweet. Sounds like everyone got along great and had an amazing time. |
Dougie Piwaz
Citizen
Username: Dougiepiwaz
Post Number: 1
Registered: 2-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 8:20 am: |
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Last night there was delicious food and tasty conversation. I met many new friends and stuffed myself with ribs, chicken, mac&cheese, ocra, spinach and wine. Chef Jesse is a wonderful host. Happy Birthday to Jesse and best of luck. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4864
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 8:30 am: |
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Monster, that was Susan at the table with us, and yes, there's no doubt that everyone had a great time. Jesse and his family rocks...
Getting together in a F2F is the glue that binds. Supporting local businesses like we all did last night was very cool. It also gave Libby a chance to tell her stories to Mr. Mrs. Monster... ;-) She’s looking forward to this summer to having everyone over for the British invasion party. You better get your Indian outfit ready.
BTW, thanks for asking BGS, and mentioning everyone. It was nice to see you again too. And, yes, we talked briefly about a “MOL Community Gym.”
I believe Mem's suggestion was that we start a thread to raise more interest. If we can get 120 people to agree to sign up for only $100 a year, that probably would cover the rent, insurance, and utilities for the year... I believe we would all have to chip in an extra $1.00 a month for a cable connection so we can also post while we exercise. Plus, I need to stay in shape for some of my on-line battles... And Dave, if you don't clear up the rules of engagement with some of these “poopy-heads” on line, you'll be next pal. 
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Blew
Citizen
Username: Alleygater
Post Number: 1337
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 10:13 am: |
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Hey, who are you calling a "poopy-head"? |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4866
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 10:23 am: |
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Poopy-heads are as poopy-heads do. In other words, if the shoe fits wear it... |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 111
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 11:44 am: |
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Thanks to everyone for making last night a success. I wanted to arrange the gathering to help Chef Jesse but also to meet some people who have contributed to making life just a little bit more fun.
I would like to organize two more such events this year in order to support Jesse and other small restaurants that add to our community. Please respond to this idea.
If there is interest, I will start another thread in the next couple of months in order to make this happen.
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Eats Shoots & Leaves
Citizen
Username: Mfpark
Post Number: 3121
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 11:44 am: |
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Hmmm, in this case, with a poopy head, it is more appropriate to quote the old joke: "If the foo sh*ts, wear it."
Thanks to Elaine and John for organizing a great night out. Wonderful to meet all the MOL posters IRL, and especially to get to talk about earthquakes, tsunamis, and building collapses with Wendy's wonderful son and husband (you had to be there)--thanks also for the brew.
What struck me was how many people were eating there for the first time--and they were blown away by Jesse's food, of course. Excellent way to market one of the best small restaurants around.
I would be up to do it again at H&S, or perhaps we can do it once a month or once a quarter at a different local eatery that could use the publicity? |
JesseJones
Citizen
Username: Chefjesse
Post Number: 10
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 1:01 pm: |
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I like to thank every one for coming last night. I might be wrong but i felt a lot of love in the room. Please continue to support Heart and Soul and Heart and Soul will continue to go above and beyond in Quality, service,and of course the love.
Chef Jesse
P.S
What did every one think about my 'Award winning Ribs" |
BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 767
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 1:42 pm: |
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Jesse- The ribs were perfect. Would love to come back again and bring more of my family. The hard part for us would be to make reservations two nights in advance when you have 20 somethings in the family...they are more apt to drop in and want to do something with us.
Perhaps you could be opened for sure for three days a week? Do you have lunch menu? With that big office building nearby, perhaps you could draw a lunch crowd...especially if you did take out and could deliver to the offices...inundate the parking lot with flyers...take flyers to the Pathmark and A&P parking lots on the weekend...just a thought...We will be back as soon as we can....
Thanks again!
BGS |
mem
Citizen
Username: Mem
Post Number: 5887
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 2:49 pm: |
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Thanks all for the great time last night! I could have bought a lot more people who were interested, but Jesse was booked. My recommendation is to organize another one in a week or two so all the people who missed out because of bad timing or already booked this time can go.
Cheers Jesse and happy b'day! |
Pippi
Supporter
Username: Pippi
Post Number: 1932
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 3:03 pm: |
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count me in!
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mem
Citizen
Username: Mem
Post Number: 5890
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 4:30 pm: |
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Pippi - Pick a date - not next week though, I'll be at my hotel's swim up bar in St. Lucia...
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SoOrLady
Citizen
Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 3101
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 4:32 pm: |
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Pippi - Sounds like we missed a good time. I'm in for the next one (as long as its not on a Wednesday night). |
Pippi
Supporter
Username: Pippi
Post Number: 1933
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 4:39 pm: |
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mem - I'd rather go to st lucia than Heart & Soul.
(no offense to Chef Jesse....I am sure he will understand)
mem and SOL - how about any night week of 4/3 or 4/10?
I am really flexible.... |
BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 772
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 4:41 pm: |
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I am there with you...without Mr. BGS...Would love to go back again....
Keep me posted....
Thursday nights are good for me....especially |
mem
Citizen
Username: Mem
Post Number: 5891
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2006 - 4:51 pm: |
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I'll start a thread! |
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