Devra Ferst
New York Contributor
Devra is a Brooklyn-based food and travel writer who has contributed to The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Eater, NPR, and numerous other publications. She is the co-author of “The Jewish Holiday Table: A World of Recipes, Traditions & Stories to Celebrate All Year Long” and the author of “An Opinionated Guide to New York.” She will ride her bike just about anywhere, but especially to explore markets and restaurants in deep Brooklyn. When she’s lucky, she travels solo for two months at a clip and lives out of a single carry-on suitcase.
Fun Facts
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Lives in
Brooklyn, NY -
Restaurant you’ve been to the most
Court Street Grocers. The vegitalian is always the correct order. -
Most memorable bite
Clams on the half shell at Smitty’s in Somers Point, NJ. It’s the taste of summer. -
A spot you’d almost gatekeep
Taci’s Beyti, for family-sized pide, salads, and other Turkish classics that’re great for groups. Wait for the fresh fruit they bring out at the end of the meal. -
Hot take
Burger buns are designed incorrectly. Flip burgers upside down, so the bottom (aka thinner part of the bun) doesn’t get too soggy. -
Pro tip for diners
If you don’t have a reservation, show up 10 minutes before the hour or half hour. You might just be able to snag a table. -
Last meal on earth
My dad’s salmon tartare with a big slice of my mom’s chocolate cake and freshly whipped cream for dessert.
