Shelby Vittek is the Associate Editor for New Jersey Monthly. After fleeing the state for college, she returned to get her MFA in Creative Writing from Rutgers University—Camden, and has since made peace with the fact that she might actually be a Jersey girl at heart. She loves to eat, drink, and travel, but enjoys reading a good book just as much.

Photos: December’s Roundup of Charitable Giving in NJ

December 5, 2018

Recent galas and donations benefiting Susan G. Komen North Jersey, Tackle Kids Cancer, the Passaic County Technical Institute and more.

Seen in: Giving Back

Breaking Grounds Serves Coffee for a Cause

In Mount Holly, a coffee shop that brews workplace skills for developmentally disabled adults.

Seen in: Eat & Drink, Jersey Living

When You Gotta Have an Empanada: Division Café in Somerville

November 29, 2018

Try Division Cafe in Somerville, where there are about half a dozen different varieties of empanadas. While you’re there, try some of the other Latin-American specialties.

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The Farmacy in Palmyra Moves Beyond Brunch

November 23, 2018

In August, the owners of a popular Philadelphia brunch destination opened a second location in Jersey, expanding to offer savory dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients.

Seen in: Table Hopping

Photos: November’s Roundup of Charitable Giving in NJ

November 9, 2018

Recent galas and donations benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities, Haddonfield Plays & Players, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, Saint Peter's University and more.

Seen in: Photos: Galas & Giving

Where Europe Meets Asia: Bosphorus in Lake Hiawatha

November 8, 2018

Bosphorus is named for the strait that separates Europe and Asia and divides the city of Istanbul. Its Turkish cuisine is itself a bridge.

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Ironbound Hard Cider Opens New Tasting Room in Asbury

November 7, 2018

Fans of the New Jersey cidery can now get a taste of all their offerings.

Seen in: Table Hopping

A Speedier Recovery After C-Sections

November 6, 2018

Saint Peter's utilizes new model of care for women after c-sections.

Seen in: Health, Top Doctors

Why Does NJ Have Such a High C-Section Rate?

How various organizations, physicians and hospitals are making an effort to lower the state’s c-section rate.

Seen in: Health, Top Doctors

A Sea Change for a Somerville Sushi Gem

October 31, 2018

Ai Sushi, formerly Shumi, has a new name and is under new ownership, but the restaurant’s focus on exceptional omakase remains the same.

Seen in: Table Hopping