“We had driven by the Railpenny Tavern, at the intersection of routes 125 and 27 in Epping, many times over the years but never stopped in. We finally did, in September, and we were surprised and impressed with the level and quality of the cuisine in what we had naively assumed to be a simple roadside bar and grill.”

“Last weekend, chef David Vargas, 46, staged the third annual New England BIPOC Fest at his Portsmouth, N.H., destination restaurant, Vida Cantina. “

Check our who made the list, Nichinan, STREET Portsmouth, The Franklin and Vida Cantina!

“Will Myska, a co-owner of Ore Nell’s Barbecue, is the latest chef to welcome us into their kitchen for Taste of Local.”

David Vargas, the chef and owner behind the Portsmouth Mexican restaurant Vida Cantina, is nominated for the national title of Outstanding Chef, recognizing someone “who sets high culinary standards and has served as a positive example for other food professionals, while contributing positively to their broader community.”

David Vargas, the chef and owner behind the Portsmouth Mexican restaurant Vida Cantina, is nominated for the national title of Outstanding Chef.

Moxy’s cocktail featured as top summer drink.

Luigi’s West End Pizzeria featured in AAA magazine.

Jumpin’ Jay’s is featured as New Hampshire’s best seafood restaurant.

Chef David Vargas of Vida Cantina, Ore Nell’s Barbecue, and Vida Tortilla, nominated for Best Chef: Northeast.

This Boston Magazine article Features our very own Jumpin’ Jay’s Fish Cafe, Moxy, Ore Nell’s Barbecue, and Vida Cantina alongside some of our other restaurant friends in the community. How cool!

Jay McSharry nominated for Outstanding Restaurateur and David Vargas for Best Chef: Northeast semifinalist.

The Press Herald staff writer, Bob Keyes, share’s his visit to Ore Nell’s Barbecue.

Yankee Magazine’s editor-approved picks for top eats include Moxy and The Franklin for Best Small Plates, Vida Cantina for Best Mexican, and Jumpin’ Jay’s FIsh Cafe for Best Seafood.

Eater Boston’s guide includes Moxy, mentioning the Pork Belly Bites, and The Franklin and their famous fries.

Features The Franklin and Moxy.

Featuring Moxy, Street, The Franklin, and Vida Cantina