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New Years: The Daily Beet Proves Healthy Can Be Delicious

January 14, 2020 By Charles Pizzo

Made a New Years resolution to eat healthier in 2020? Most of us start January with good intentions about food, fitness, and finances that fall by the wayside as we yield to temptation. In the words of New Orleans-born entertainer Bianca Del Rio, “not today Satan!”   The biggest change one needs to make is to one’s attitude. Once you make the decision to do something, … [Read more...] about New Years: The Daily Beet Proves Healthy Can Be Delicious

Authentic, Gourmet Chinese at Dian Xin

December 17, 2019 By Charles Pizzo

People born in China sometimes don’t recognize Chinese food in the USA. They see similarities, but the dish in question does not exist back home. That’s because much of the Chinese food served in this country has been westernized to appeal to American tastes. In Asia, I discovered that the same thing also happens in reverse; I was served spaghetti with seaweed and scrambled … [Read more...] about Authentic, Gourmet Chinese at Dian Xin

The Sophisticated, Second Act at Longway Tavern

November 19, 2019 By Charles Pizzo

Filling the large shoes of a predecessor is a daunting task. History is rife, however, with sequels that equaled or surpassed the original (The Godfather II, The Empire Strikes Back, and Aliens spring to mind).   Such is the case at Longway Tavern, where the chef who opened this newish spot to rave reviews was felled by personal issues. This had to be tragic not only for … [Read more...] about The Sophisticated, Second Act at Longway Tavern

Elevated Bar Food from the Streets of Brazil

October 22, 2019 By Charles Pizzo

In my youth, bar food meant nachos, burgers, and pizza—usually greasy. I was young, drunk, and stupid. Now, older yet no wiser, I was intrigued to try what is described as Comida de Rua (Brazilian style street food) at Carnaval Lounge (formerly Siberia). How times have changed. Carnaval offers elevated bar food from Chef Gustavo Naar that could be served in any fine dining … [Read more...] about Elevated Bar Food from the Streets of Brazil

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