Cameron Lewin
East Village, Manhattan
Foul Witch was famously opened by the Roberta’s team, a longtime NYC staple. After nearly a year in operation, it has truly carved out its own space in the city. With a focus on wood-fired cooking and seasonal comfort food, it’s the perfect spot for a date night. The candelabras and witchy interior add to the overall coziness and charm. Cameron Lewin, the general manager, balances the demands of the restaurant with family life seamlessly.
Full name, age, where are you from?
Cameron Lewin, 39, Upstate NY
What is your title and where do you work?
Foul Witch, General Manager
What inspired you to work in the food industry?
Being broke! One of the things that is beautiful about the breadth of this industry is the barrier to entry is often low. Then you can take it and run with it in any direction. I loved the immediacy of service and the need for on-the-go problem solving.
What is your biggest customer pet peeve?
When you’re dropping food on a table, thoughtfully detail the dish (that they ordered) and then they go “wait what’s this?” Bruh…
What is your most blissful food moment?
Watching my daughter eat a chocolate ice cream cone with unparalleled focus.
What dish do you want to perfect in the kitchen?
I just want to chop garlic like Jacques Pepin. If I can do that, I don’t care what comes out on the other side.
If you could shout out a colleague or friend in the industry who would it be and why?
Big shouts to Liz Cohen who used to manage Contra and I now work with at Foul Witch. Follow her other work at @clawedout.byliz.
What is the best food city?
My favorite food memories were eating tacos in Mexico City with my wife, so let’s say there.
How do you relax outside of work?
I try to get off my feet as much as I can but usually just spend down time with my family, and try to soak up the sun. Whatever is the opposite of being in a restaurant.
What is your astrology sign (including moon and rising)?
Aquarius Sun, Scorpio Moon, Sagittarius Rising. Let me know what any of that means.
