Author: Shelby Vittek

Shelby Vittek was the associate editor for New Jersey Monthly until 2021, during which she edited the Table Hopping blog and Giving Back section. She continues to write the magazine's Libations column. Her writing has appeared in the Washington Post, Longreads, Catapult, Narratively, Bon Appétit’s Healthyish, National Geographic, Wine Enthusiast, Saveur, The Kitchn, The Record, The Smart Set, among others.
Plus, a farewell from our Libations columnist of four years.

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It's an unexpected way to cut through all the turkey, gravy and decadent sides.

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While the restaurant might not stand out on the high-trafficked waterfront walkway, its modern interpretations of classic flavors and ingredients certainly do.

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Many believe that hybrid grapes will prove even more important as climate change continues to impact wine regions.

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Ready to enjoy a brew with a view? Here’s your guide to the Garden’s State’s most picturesque breweries, wineries, distilleries and cideries.

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And with his new book, Slow Drinks, Danny Childs hopes to open people’s eyes to the edible, tasty plants all around them.

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Vermouth is not actually a spirit—it’s a wine, and you can drink it like one!

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We tend to forget about this delicious, diverse and adaptable spirit.

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Juice or purée from summer's biggest fruit adds a refreshing dimension to brews.

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National figures for last year's sales show a first-ever decline. But some Jersey brewers say local demand hasn't waned.

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