Just one week after Hurricane Sandy hit, Jersey businesses begin to rebound, with the casinos being the first to welcome guests again. Luxury lodging landmark Borgata opened for business on Friday, and surprised people with a Monday announcement that its star-studded culinary event, the 5th Annual Savor Borgata, will proceed as scheduled during the upcoming weekend of November 9-11.

Since reopening, “Borgata has been slowly ramping up its operating schedule to properly meet the demands of the market,” said a spokesperson for the brand. “The property was not damaged in the storm, so the structure and interior remain unchanged.” Because of transportation and other issues around the Tri-State, Borgata spokespeople expect that the event will draw primarily locals.