Julie Gordon

New York

Editor at New Jersey Monthly Magazine

Editor of @NJMonthly. Formerly of @PageSix @nypost @amNewYork

Articles

NJ's Oldest Restaurant Enters a New Era After Multimillion-Dollar Renovations

2 months ago | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon

The dining room was completely redone during renovations. Photo: Strix MediaBeing one of New Jersey’s oldest restaurants comes with glory. But cooking, serving and entertaining in a nearly 300-year-old building is also saddled with its own set of challenges.
6 NJ Restaurants We’re Loving Right Now

Jan 21, 2025 | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon |Jacqueline Mroz |Deborah Carter

The signature burger at Hudson Rose in Nutley. Photo: Courtesy of the Hudson RoseThe Hudson RoseThis place has it all: great shareables like wood-grilled wings, delicious salads, and entrées that range from simple burgers ($20) to Piedmontese ribeye ($68). The Ibérico Secreto, a tender cut of pork shoulder, is worth the trip alone. There are two bars, as well as desserts that will take you back to your childhood. Try the cookies and milk or the birthday cake, a seven-layer Funfetti creation.
The Winners of New Jersey Monthly and Unique Photo’s 2024 Cover Search Contest

Nov 18, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon

There’s a story—and a potential photo opportunity—in every corner of New Jersey, from the natural wonders of our landscape to the architecture of our cities to the characters who make our state unique. This contest celebrates all of it. Since 2018, New Jersey Monthly and Unique Photo have invited readers to submit their photos of New Jersey to our annual cover search, which is open to professional, amateur and student photographers.
Meryl Streep Says Her 'Dreams Were Born in New Jersey'

Nov 14, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon

Meryl Streep grew up in Bernardsville. Photo courtesy of New Jersey Hall of FameMeryl Streep owes it all to Jersey. In a clip released ahead of this weekend’s New Jersey Hall of Fame induction ceremony, America’s most celebrated actress credits her Garden State roots and the state’s schools for inspiring her to pursue a career in showbiz. “Imagination is how we fly up and out of our lives into the world that we share, and it’s where empathy and understanding were born,” Streep says.
Is Bergen Catholic NJ's Best High School Football Program?

Sep 3, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Michael Bradley |Julie Gordon

Bergen Catholic football coach Vito Campanile keeps his players motivated during game time. Photo: Courtesy of Bergen Catholic/John HundStudents at Bergen Catholic High School won’t see their three-time defending state-champion football team play a home game this season until late September, when historic rival Don Bosco Prep comes to Crusader Stadium.
'Happy Gilmore 2' Is Casting New Jersey Locals

Aug 16, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon

Adam Sandler Photo: Shutterstock/lev radinAttention, Adam Sandler fans!The sequel to the 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore is looking for New Jersey locals to work as extras when it films around the Garden State this fall. Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc., a longtime New York casting agency, is hosting an open casting call this Tuesday, August 20, from 1-8 pm at the Hyatt Recency Morristown Plaza Ballroom (3 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown).
Legendary NJ Political Journalist Michael Aron Dies at 78

Aug 14, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon

Michael Aron was a longtime and respected political journalist in New Jersey. Photo: Joseph Sinnott/NJ PBSMichael Aron, a legendary New Jersey political broadcast journalist who was prestigiously dubbed the “dean of the state house press corps” and once served as editor of New Jersey Monthly, died this week. He was 78 years old. For more than 40 years, Aron worked as the chief political correspondent for New Jersey’s public television news organizations.
Forget Napa Valley! NJ Wines Are Better Than You Think

Aug 13, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Jacqueline Mroz |Julie Gordon

Beneduce Vineyards in Pittstown is considered one of the top wineries in New Jersey. Photo: Laura MossMention New Jersey wine to a friend, and you might get a skeptical response like, “New Jersey has wine? Is it any good?” The answer is an emphatic yes. There are more than 60 wineries across the state, and the quality, on the whole, ranges from very good to excellent.
Meryl Streep, Paul Rudd, Kevin Smith Being Inducted Into NJ Hall of Fame

Jul 16, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon

Meryl Streep grew up in Bernardsville. Photo: ShutterstockThe New Jersey Hall of Fame has announced its class of inductees for 2024—and the group includes some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Meryl Streep, who grew up in Bernardsville, Paul Rudd, who was born in Passaic, and Kevin Smith, a Red Bank native, are on this year’s list, which features 18 New Jerseyans who have achieved greatness in categories including performing arts & entertainment, sports, and education & science.
The Best Restaurants in South Orange

Jul 6, 2024 | njmonthly.com | Julie Gordon

Experience the cuisine of Southern France at Bistro D'Azur. Photo courtesy of Bistro D'AzurSouth Orange’s downtown has a smattering of restaurants of varying cuisines, from a modern American spot run by celebrity chef David Burke to a popular Ethiopian restaurant to the deli that’s the birthplace of the famed Sloppy Joe sandwich.