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Miya’s Mad Scientist Sushi

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When you think “sushi,” what comes to mind?  Likely it’s rolls, vinegared rice, nori, and of course, fish. All types of fish. All types of seafood, in fact. Exotic seafood. Miya’s Sushi chef/owner Bun Lai has taken on quite a daunting challenge: create a successful … Read More

New Haven Pizza Tour II: Frank Pepe

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Before you get too excited, let me clarify (I guess the title already did): This isn’t the new Frank Pepe in Yonkers, it’s a pic of the original New Haven location. But let me clarify further: There are actually two New Haven Frank Pepes—the true original … Read More

First Stop on the New Haven Pizza Tour

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Yalies are a lucky bunch.  Not only do they go to one of the best colleges in the country, but when the mood strikes, they can go out for some of the best pizza in the country too.  Forget the “Freshman 15,” for Yalies it must … Read More

Food and the Nostalgia Factor

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(photo courtesy of Roadfood.com) The picture above is of a burger from Louis’ Lunch in New Haven.  My friend Veronica and I were emailing yesterday about what else, food.  Veronica used to live in Philadelphia (before my Philly road trip a few months ago she … Read More

Ethiopian in New Haven and Michael Phelps

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Random notes for today: My co-workers John and Kristen told me about two Eritrean/Ethiopian restaurants in New Haven, CT: Caffé Adulis and Lalibela.  Ever been?  I keep hearing how amazing New Haven pizza is—- now I have to get up there to try their African food … Read More