Author: Eric Levin

Eric Levin, New Jersey Monthly’s deputy editor/dining editor, is an award-winning photographer whose work has been exhibited in New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts and Texas. His most recent show, "Vehicular," took place at the Majestic Theater Condominium Gallery in Jersey City in 2019. His books of photography include Vehicular (2016), Unscheduled Stops (2014), Pink's Peak (2013) and Souls Have Shapes (2011).

Chef David Felton Leaves Ninety Acres After 10-Year Run

April 29, 2019

We caught up with Felton after his sudden exit.

Seen in: Restaurant News, Table Hopping

The Surprising Nuance Behind Brewing Lagers

March 21, 2019

Making the world's most popular beer requires a bit of extra TLC.

Seen in: Beverages, Eat & Drink

Top Talent Finally at Ease at Heirloom Kitchen

March 6, 2019

After years of bouncing around, the gifted David Viana finds the perfect partner and fulfills his potential in Old Bridge.

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Mark Drabich Answers to ‘Fishmonger,’ Proudly

February 19, 2019

Mark Drabich, a human boom box, celebrates the 30th anniversary of Metropolitan, his primo seafood market in Lebanon, by talking it up big time.

Seen in: Eat & Drink

At White Birch in Flanders, a Chef Unveils His Upscale Side

February 13, 2019

Sam Freund, known for cofounding a funky sandwich joint, opens a stunning restaurant on the very spot where his parents once dated.

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The 28 Best New Restaurants 2019

February 1, 2019

For rewarding food, atmosphere, variety and value, these new restaurants have earned enthusiastic followings.

Seen in: Eat & Drink

At the Beard House’s Waste Not dinner, Kwame Williams prepared Jamaican pepperpot—a traditional meat and vegetable soup “that is a great way to make use of leftovers.”

Stop Throwing Away Food. Yes, You!

December 5, 2018

About 40 percent of all food produced in the United States goes to waste. Jersey chefs and the state are tackling the problem. You can, too, with tasty results.

Seen in: Eat & Drink

A Dream of Memphis BBQ Dies in Montclair

November 29, 2018

Scott Hermo, a longtime fan of Memphis (Bluff City) barbecue, gave his heart, soul and carpentry skills to create Bluff City BBQ in Montclair. The restaurant got off to a fast start, but after two years proved unsustainable, and shut down this week. He talks about his sad decision.

Seen in: Table Hopping

At a rehearsal of August Wilson's "King Hedley II" at Two River Theater in Red Bank

“The Movement is in the Words”

October 31, 2018

At a rehearsal of August Wilson's "King Hedley II" at Two River Theater in Red Bank, director Brandon J. Dirden speaks softly and lets Wilson's language soar.

Seen in: Arts & Entertainment, Just For the Web, On Stage

Robby Younes of Crystal Springs

Latour Redesign Will “Bring the Outside In”

October 17, 2018

Seen in: Table Hopping