Alan Sytsma
Food editor at New York Magazine who oversees restaurant coverage and newsletters, and co-authored the magazine's best new restaurants reporting for the year.
Best podcasts with Alan Sytsma
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Dec 19, 2025 • 2h 1min
704: The Year in NYC Restaurants with Alan Sytsma of New York Magazine & Mahira Rivers of the New York Times
In this insightful discussion, Alan Sytsma, the food editor at New York Magazine, shares his expertise on NYC dining trends, highlighting the challenges of restaurant openings and the importance of honest coverage. He also details the unique recipes behind the year's best new restaurants like Ha Snack Bar. Joining him is Mahira Rivers, a freelance restaurant critic for The New York Times, who reflects on her experiences, the rise of sour flavors, and her ambitious croissant project. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of New York's culinary scene.
May 20, 2024 • 1h 2min
404: New York Magazine Food Boss with Alan Sytsma
Alan Sytsma, New York magazine's food editor, discusses NYC restaurant scene, cultural history of dining, critic collaboration, challenges of transitioning to digital media, importance of regular customers, legacy of New York Magazine, and future of dining culture.
