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Chris Goodlof
Chris Goodlof
View all my storiesBorn and raised in Bergen County, Christopher Goodlof fell in love with Hoboken when he took classes at Stevens. During that time, he seemed to be attempting in earnest to eat his way through Hoboken. As a musician in a national touring act, Christopher saw the country many times over, but always returned to the endearing and charming state of New Jersey. Graduating from Rutgers Newark, Christopher found a love for reporting about culture, entertainment, food, and people. In his spare time, Christopher can be found writing, painting, making music, cooking, reading, or playing with his dog, Jango.
My Stories
Where to Find Unique Nachos in Hoboken + Jersey City
There’s nothing quite like a heaping mountain of nachos. It’s a communal experience – the chips stuck together with cheese, the toppings – all of it contributes to a primal…
Diesel & Duke: A Late-Night Comfort Food Spot in Jersey City
Once relegated exclusively to food trucks dishing out grease-filled sandwiches, late-night dining has come a long way. Where once there were trucks and the occasional local dive, there is now…
Not all places are able to swing an outdoor TV setup for their patio seating. Some locations are simply not equipped to continue their sports bar functionality. But luckily, some…
15 Distilleries to Visit Near Hudson County
The Tri-State area has seen a distillery boom of sorts over the last several years. Where once you would be hard-pressed to find a distillery anywhere near Hudson County, there…
Irma’s Café: Mexican + Salvadorian Food in Jersey City
Sometimes a restaurant’s story is that of a career business owner or a renowned chef. But sometimes, a restaurant’s genesis is simple home cooking — done with love. Irma’s café…
Bistro La Source: French Cuisine in Jersey City
Among the many American and Italian restaurants dotting the map of Jersey City sits a unicorn in Paulus Hook called Bistro La Source. This French homestyle cooking subverts the common…
Headroom: an LGBTQ-Owned Lounge in Jersey City
“We need people to be more accepted,” said Joseph Cameron, owner of Headroom LGBTQ+ Lounge. “We should be able to walk around the street and hold hands and kiss and…
Roll + Roll: A Love Letter to Korean Street Food in Jersey City
With restaurants offering increasing customizability and online ordering, a wide variety of cultural delicacies are made available to a larger population than ever before. Then, it stands to reason that…
All About Café Esmé, French-Style Eatery in Jersey City
Jersey City’s own little slice of Paris, Café Esmé, comes via Romania. The locale’s owner, Daniela Sarbu, 38, was born and raised in Romania and fell in love with the…
The Story of Emma’s in Journal Square, Sister Restaurant of Latham House
Opening a restaurant is no small undertaking, especially when you’re opening that restaurant during a global pandemic. But, against all odds, Emma’s opened to great acclaim and success at 4…
The Art Behind Buddy Who’s Pancake Creations in Jersey City
When looking for delicious breakfast food in Jersey City, it can be an easy but also daunting task. Enter Buddy Who’s — a downtown Jersey City restaurant with all the…