Hello, Hopewell!

Food has been my lifelong passion. My culinary journey began in childhood, helping my grandmother turn our family farm’s harvest into unforgettable Sunday suppers in her magical wood-fired oven.

Over the past decade, I’ve served in leading culinary roles across Central New Jersey, most recently as Chef de Cuisine at Brick Farm Tavern. That chapter deepened my love for simple, honest, farm-to-table cooking and inspired me to pursue my dream: creating a place where real ingredients, real people, and real local flavors meet.

Hopewell Fare Cafe is my tribute to the incredible farms of our region. I’m honored to work with beloved local growers and Hopewell Valley producers to bring the very best of New Jersey’s seasonal bounty to your plate.

My mission is to craft a menu that’s fresh, healthy, and full of flavor—rooted in sustainability and accessible to everyone. Here, you’ll find dishes that celebrate our local harvests while offering a relaxed, welcoming dining experience.

I invite you to join me, right in the heart of beautiful Hopewell, NJ, within the collaborative space of Hopewell Fare. Together, let’s savor the vibrant flavors of our community. - Chef Benedicto G.