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Congratulations Tutta Bella!

Pizza Today, the top trade zine in the pizza world, has named Seattle's Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria the "2010 Independent of the Year." Tutta Bella has made quite a name for themselves.  In 2004, they were the first Pacific NW restaurant to earn Associazione Verace Pizza Napolitana certification, which means their pizza is the real deal -- authentic Neapolitan.  Last year they were awarded with one of five "hot concepts" awards by Nation's Restaurant News.  In March, they were deemed the…

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Free BBQ at Irwin’s

When we think barbeque in Wallingford, we tend to think of RoRo down on Stone Way (and then we get all drooly and glassy-eyed, then we shake our head and snap out of it). This week, though, we're thinking Irwin's, because Linda Fecher is celebrating four years as owner of Irwin's Neighborhood Bakery and Cafe by hosting a free sidewalk BBQ on Sunday, August 1st from 4 - 7 pm. Irwin's has been around for longer than that, of course. Back…

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Avila No More

Avila, the restaurant that Alex Pitt and Jared Carpenter opened just this past fall on 45th Street, has closed. A note on their Facebook page reads: Thanks so much to all our patrons, staff, and purveyors over the last year. Avila's doors are closed, but we created a lot of great times and great food, and had fun doing it! So sorry to hear that, Alex and Jared. We've had some fine meals there, and really enjoyed the experimental and playfulness…

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Organic Indian

We have to admit we were a bit skeptical when we heard that Chutney's Bistro, the Indian restaurant in Wallingford Center, was serving organic food. What did that mean, exactly? Some organic ingredients? All organic ingredients? Which ingredients? So, we asked Harish Khurana, the owner. Turns out they have a separate menu available, which features 100% organic ingredients for a select set of items, including Matar Paneer, Vegetable Jalfrezi and Chicken Tikka Masala. It started almost by accident: his wife had…

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Dim Sum!

The long wait is almost over! This Sunday, July 25th, at precisely 10:30 am, dim sum comes to Wallingford. We caught up with Po Lee, the man behind the storied House of Hong (which he sold after 20 years) and the owner of the new Bamboo Village at corner of Stone Way and N 49th St today as he and his workmen were putting the finishing touches on the restaurant in anticipation of their launch. Po confirmed that they'll be serving…

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Joule Has A Gem!

During one of our weekly family strolls last Wednesday night, I noticed Joule had a handwritten sign taped to their window, which read that they'd be closed for the evening. "Hmmm," I wondered aloud, "why would Joule be closed tonight?  It's Bastille Day!" Alas for the Francophiles, but cheers for the tender-hearted, Joule's Facebook page reveals the answer: To those who love Joule and have been waiting for our new bundle of joy, Pike Jun Jack Chirchi came to this world…

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Outdoor Seating in Wallingford

Let's make a list of restaurants / bars in Wallingford with outdoor seating, because this is probably the only set of days all year where you'll care so much. Here's what we know: Pour House Avila Iron Bull Murphy's Tilth May Cantinetta Chutney's Ivar's Smash Wine Bar and Bistro Rancho Bravo Tutta Bella Diggity Dog Wallingford Pizza House Meridian Market Kozue What did we forget? (Updated from comments)

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