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May 03, 2006
Russo's
I feel very fortunate to live within two blocks of Russo's. It's an Italian deli on 7th Ave. between 10th and 11th streets. I'm amazed that more people aren't devotees. It can be a bit pricey, but they have some wonderful things.
There's a large selection of imported Italian foods: canned tuna and anchovies and tomatoes, sodas, and pastas. They have wonderful fresh pasta and amazing pesto in the fridge. The cheese selection is decent, and they make fresh bread regularly. We've found that it can run out late in the day, but try to snag the ciabatta if you can.
My two favorite items, though, are the fresh mozarella (so fresh it's sometimes warm when you pick it up) and the marinated or roasted artichokes. I usually thinly slice the artichokes and have them with slices of ciabatta -- it makes a great picnic item. The mozarella can break the bank (a largish ball I bought recently set me back $8), but it's good. Wait until tomatoes are in season and then treat yourself.
Posted by csageday at May 3, 2006 12:24 AM
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Mmm, fresh mozzarella and in-season tomatoes. Unnnngh. And basil.
::drools all over your blog::
Posted by: Rose at May 7, 2006 01:30 PM