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A new Sicilian restaurant opened recently and you know we were all over that.
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Small and unassuming, it was packed tight with hungry customers and upon entry we were asked if we had a reservation.
For lunch.
On a Tuesday.
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We didn’t, but happily snagged the last two seats at the bar…. which is where my husband always wants to sit anyway.
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The Limoncello spritz was lovely and fit the decor perfectly.
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My arincini was too die for. Light, pillowy and perfectly prepared. The bread was freshly baked and the husband’s meatballs were juicy and correctly spiced.
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The husband had –
Canneloni Al Forno
Lacinato Kale + House Ricotta + Marinara + Mozzarella + Pecorino + Lemon Zest.
It was light and flavorful and even though it contained the devil’s weed… I liked it.
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I opted for –
Porcini Marsala*
Local Wild Mushrooms + Pecorino + Pistachio + Thyme + Busiate Pasta.
Which was absolutely divine. The flavor was amazing…rich and layered.
This place may be small and hard to get in, but we’ll definitely be back.
Yum!
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Love their decor! Here’s a question for you how often do you dine in Portland, and do you have a spot with good seafood in early April? I am meeting a grown nephew for the first time, as he is flying in with his mom, and I booked them a stay close to the jetport. He has a rental so he can follow us in our hotrods.
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Yum!!
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Jealous. 😃
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Is Sicilian food close to Italian?
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It is.
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Kale is the devil’s weed LOL
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It is, but all the cheesy goodness killed the taste…
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The fact that lunch reservations on a Tuesday might even be necessary is a good sign. Everything looks/sounds amazing – even the kale!
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When I enjoyed kale? You know the chef is a genius…
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It looks so bright and cheerful inside! The food looks delicious.
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