Bruschetta has sadly become synonymous with any type of tomato mixture dumped on top of insipid, usually cold, toasted bread covered in melted rubbery mozzarella. This is just a really bad North American interpretation of a spectacularly simple yet stunningly … Continue reading
Hello again… literally stolen from Adele and typed with the same emotion. I couldn’t resist. I can’t believe it’s been over a year since my last post. For those of you who’ve forgotten who I am, my name is Michelle. … Continue reading
We were half way through service when I looked up at Liz and realized it was our anniversary. Five years ago, on Valentine’s Day we launched our first menu at the Urban Deli under the name Italian by Night. Her restaurant … Continue reading
It’s early Monday morning. The restaurant is silent except for the constant hum of the refrigeration units. I arrive before my kitchen team to settle into the day. I need solitary moments to organize my thoughts; to plan the day. … Continue reading
I can’t believe I’ve not been here since mid-October. It wasn’t intentional. For days, then weeks and eventually months, I scolded myself for not, at least, letting you know I was still among the living. Although, some days, only by … Continue reading
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