True Neapolitan pizza's are quite austere in regards to the toppings; just a few pinch-fulls of this and that. What happens to any pizza, not just thin crust ones, is when too many ingredients are piled on, making for a soggy bottom.

So, while Americans can thank them for piling on more (as we so like it), it's actually ruining the integrity of the dish.

Odd and slightly humorous Tumblr site photo-documenting other people taking pictures of their food. I can't figure out why people wanted to take pictures of some of the items:

http://pohtpof.tumblr.com/

A new diner with a "Mission"; I hope it succeeds:

http://dailydinerfrogtown.com/

From the Eater blog comes this list:

http://minneapolis.eater.com/archives...

I think it's a worthy list, but I was truly surprised by the inclusion of Caffrey's Deli and Subs, which I had never heard about.

Anyone try this place, or have any other's to add to the list?

I was able to read it with no problem.

There's already a thread on Burch:

http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/891127

Holy Land on Central has them; don't know if the one in MGM has too.

No, you need to go to their store:

http://kramarczuk.com/

I wouldn't call a dozen posts as being "talked to death". They were only referencing a few restaurants and several newspaper articles.

The purpose of this thread is personal reviews of as much of a cross section as possible; restaurants, churches, and VFW Halls.

An amazing honor:

http://eater.com/archives/2013/02/28/...

FISH FRY

Do you mean a restaurant or a factory? Corn or flour?

La Perla at Lake and Bloomington in Mpls is a factory that makes their corn and flour tortillas daily, and many restaurants make their own - Los Ocampo at Lake and Chicago makes excellent flour ones you can also take home.

I didn't have that reaction to the show. Once I got past how beautiful she is and that she's marrying John Legend, I was taken by her relaxed style and thoughtful commentary.

To each their own.

His Domain name wasn't "stolen", it was hacked.

So what? Trying to be a hater baiter?

He is who he is, and if you don't care for him or his food, just ignore him.

Just saw this article on Forest Whitaker being patted down at Milano Market in Manhattan, and I couldn't help it, but the first thing I thought of was how many people had trashed the place on Yelp, which has happened several times recently for other places:

http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/abc-blogs/forest-whitaker-gets-apology-ny-deli-200156859--abc-news-celebrities.html

http://www.yelp.com/biz/milano-market...

I have never been to this place, but find it hard to understand why everyone there should be labeled a racist because of one employee's misdeeds, and then for people to jump on Yelp to try to "bring the place down."

Had the EB at Day by Day last weekend; wanted to go to the Happy Gnome but they were closed for an employee party (drat!). Actually had the florentine, which was a nice change. Nothing standout; very basic.

The link doesn't seem to work. What was the link to?

I've had the problem of untoasted / undertoasted muffins at both Longfellow Grill and the Uptowner. Strange.

I adore the EB at Blackbird; perfectly cooked eggs, and a fabulously rich hollandaise - they can be a bit skimpy sometimes, but are always happy to bring a bit more if asked.

I've lived in So Mpls for 15 years now, and am really pleased with proximity to a wide variety of restaurants, or at least an easy drive times to other areas.

I'm curious where you lived that you weren't happy with. I'm in Standish/Erickson, and within the last week both Parka and the new Blue Door Pub opened within a 7 minute drive time.

Is your criteria that most places should be kid-friendly? Are your kids open minded as to what they eat (i.e., ethnic)?

I really dislike all jarred sauces except Giada De Lauentis'- great fresh, tangy flavor. The only place I've seen it (in MN) is at Target.

Has anyone tried it yet? It sounds kinda interesting, you know, for a BK product.

I've only been once for brunch, and man, I loved it. Shrimp and grits. I wish I could find that for breakfast more often, as I'm not much of an egg lover. That said, I remember that not much else teased me on the menu. And the coffee - good, but way too strong.

I don't think it's been mentioned yet, but when are you having said party? I'm assuming it won't be until the warmer months.

ChancesR; I've only seen the fresh noodles at UN - were are the frozen located?

I'm so conflicted; he has such grand visions but can't seem to be able to make his restaurants work, for reasons ranging from poor management, over-extension, to lackluster menus.

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2012/10...

Looks like it's playing on Wednesday's at 10:30 pm Eastern time.

Wonderfully written, funny article; the Truffle Oil line is great, though I do kind of like lobster in Mac and Cheese occasionally.

Putting aside the fact that these people seemed to have made some bad financial decisions, Popcorn Lung is indeed a disease. What is your difficulty with this court judgement?

http://www.popcorn-lung-disease.com/f...

Haven't been there, but Jeremy Iggers reviewed it recently and loved it. They only have a Facebook page, no website (that I can find.) Noticed that they have an all you can eat special today for $9.99. Great deal if the food is really good...

Rincon 38 - though they were supposed to open in the spring; hopefully it's still happening.

http://southwestminneapolis.patch.com...