Category Archives: dessert

Margie's Candies

Posted on October 8, 2007 by John

Have you ever figuratively called something an institution? For instance, you’ve heard people say that the University of North Carolina is a College Basketball Institution. Who’s going to argue with that? UNC has played basketball with a level of excellence, … Continue reading →

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D'Amato's Bakery

Posted on July 20, 2007 by John

Sometimes, a savvy restaurateur will fill a starchy thing with something oddly delectable. Take, for example, the Buffao Chicken Spring Roll from Carmichael’s; a fine but unexpected combination. Well, let me follow that up with this little treat. I’m not … Continue reading →

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Artopolis Part 2

Posted on May 13, 2007 by John

We talked about my fondness for EBCs (ethnic bakery cafes) last week and how conducive they are to a light enough lunch so as to afford room for dessert. Well, as promised, here is part two on my visit to … Continue reading →

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BomBon Cafe Part 2

Posted on February 4, 2007 by John

Did you ever have a bad day? Ever start feeling down? Say you hopped on the treadmill and your iPod ran out of juice within the first thirty seconds and you were forced to watch a close-captioned episode of Hogan … Continue reading →

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