Ryan DePersio is one of the most celebrated chefs in New Jersey, with two popular restaurants, TV appearances, and another restaurant on the way. We talked recently while he was driving to work—between back-to-back trips to Italy (one to choose wine for his new spot), hiring new staff, and calls with his videographer.
He’s a busy guy—and he definitely isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
DePersio, who owns Battello in Jersey City and Ember & Eagle in Eatontown (both on New Jersey Monthly’s Top 50 list), is about to open his third restaurant, Barchino, in Jersey City this fall with his business partners, Cory Checket and Joe Calafiore.
Juggling multiple responsibilities isn’t anything new for the talented chef…