The seventh Westport eatery I visited was Rizzuto’s Wood-Fired Kitchen & Bar, where my companion and I took an early lunch. The weather had become so nice that our thoughts turned toward the patio space. The main entrance foyer was attractive, but we wanted to check out the take-out entrance and the products that were… Continue Reading
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Westport Restaurant Week 6—Da Pietro’s
The sixth Westport eatery I visited was the almost legendary Da Pietro’s. Namesake Pietro Scotti was very much in evidence. His good humor and scrupulous attention to detail manifest themselves in the comportment of his staff. Shown here are manager Mohamed Jder with his arm around server Claudio. My dining companion, Amy Torbert, and I… Continue Reading
Westport Restaurant Week 5—Tarantino Restaurant
The fifth Westport eatery I visited was Tarantino Restaurant, a favorite of mine for years. I still have fond memories of my last visit, when I attended a truffle dinner that even included truffle ice cream. For those who don’t know, Tarantino is a sibling of Applausi Osteria in Old Greenwich and Columbus Park Trattoria… Continue Reading