Prospectors Grille and Saloon, Restaurant and Bar in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

In a Wawa in Pemberton Boro, I spotted a guy wearing a big black cowboy hat, a huge belt buckle keeping the already tight-fitted jeans up, matching cowboy boots and a white shirt with shiny embellishments that looked like he had been the victim of The Bedazzler. I admit, I don't quite get it. Country line dancing, western clothing- I truly am not a fan, however add steak to the mix and I may become a believer in all that is country.

Prosepectors Grille and Saloon located in Mount Laurel, NJ on Route 38 will bring out the cowboy or cowgirl in anyone. My sister Michele Rose and our good friend Rick, decided to try this steakhouse known for it's big produce bar (salad bar) smoky steaks, and country western atmosphere. Thursday's Special is the Mesquite T-Bone Steak and we couldn't have been more pleased. Grilled to perfection with choice of soup, side salad or produce bar plus a side dish for $18.99. We added bourbon sauce which we think had a hint of mint and very yummy. The baked potatoes were huge and again, perfect. Along with your meal, they bring a basket of rolls that have a sweet butter taste and were absolutely excellent. We opted to try their new appetizer, Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Chips, very similar to that of TGIFridays. We decided it didn't quite live up to TGIF's though it was tasty. Personally, I would have added a touch of garlic, onion and some fresh cracked pepper.

The Produce Bar is a whole other story. Packed with fresh greens of spring mix, romaine, spinach, fresh vegetables, fruits, cheeses, pastas, dressings, toppings, and more, trust me, you could make a meal of it for their price of $9.99. They even had cubed grilled chicken to add to your already hearty salad.

Honestly, I want to go back and just order the salad bar (or more appropriately, The Produce Bar.)

Along with great food and atmosphere, Prospectors holds events in The Club, and at The Pavillion which is an open air type of bar. Their calendar is posted on their personal website, http://www.prospectorsrestaurant.com/

Prospectors offers a full Lunch and Dinner Menu, Produce Bar, Appetizers, Burgers, Sandwiches, Steaks, Seafood, Pastas, Chicken, Ribs, Combinations and even Meatloaf! A fantastic looking dessert tray was passed up by us after this very satisfying meal. Next time, I'll save some room for dessert.

Budd's KNP Farmer's Market, Country Store, Kids Pick Your Own

A little hot spot off the beaten path turns out to be a fabulous find by my sister, Michele Rose.

She was on a quest for local honey (a teaspoon a day to battle her seasonal allergies) only to discover a goldmine! Budd's KNP Farms Country Market and Country Kitchen not only carries Bob's Buzzy Bee's Honey made in Yardville, NJ but they carry an entire inventory of products including their low milk price of only $2.99 a gallon! One visit and I was already hooked on this little gem of a country store. "Old-fashioned" is right up my alley.

With many to choose from, we bought a beautiful hanging petunia plant for Mom. We have had their skim milk, eggs, honey, banana nut bread, homemade chocolate and mint chocolate chip ice cream, key lime pie (I had never had it, and though slightly tart, it was delicious.) One day we split a footlong hoagie for $3.99 with a bag of chips (chips that looked and tasted homemade) and to my surprise, a warm chocolate chip cookie that the cashier gave us while we waited for our sandwich to be made! (I'm really beginning to like this place.)

Groceries, Deli, Dairy, Breads, Homemade Baked Goods, Jellies, Jams, Sauces, Soda, Snacks, Pet Products, Fresh Jersey Produce, Seafood, Tobacco, Florals and Plants and a whole lot more!

A Mom-and-Pop kind of place, they cook and bake on the premises for take-out only and I was told that if it's not on the menu, just ask and they'll whip something up for you in the kitchen. Budd's Chuckwagon lists a full hot and cold menu including breakfast (which is available all day) lunch, dinner, and snacks. There are outdoor picnic tables for dining and you are welcome to bring your own bottle. They even do party trays!

Listed with Jersey Fresh and

Pick Your Own, this is a great place for the whole family!

They accept debit and credit cards with a $2.00 service fee, and of course, cash. Family First WIC and Senior FMNP checks accepted. For squirmy little ones, there are restrooms available.

Budd's KNP Farms is at 131-132 Vincentown Road in Pemberton New Jersey. 

Contact numbers are: 609-894-4817 and 1-800-274-2102, email at Buddsknpfarms@verizon.net.

Check out their site: http://www.Buddsknpfarms.com