By Phyllis Stein-Novack
Sunday is Mother’s Day. You may be taking Mom to brunch or preparing a feast. Making tasty, nourishing meals can often be a harried experience.
FOOD & DRINK > RESTAURANT REVIEWS
By Phyllis Stein-Novack
Regular readers of my columns know I love southern food. I will never say no to fried chicken, pan-seared trout or tasty Cajun dishes. When I read Rex 1516 opened on South Street several months ago, I had to dine there. The menu features a strong nod to the American South.
Mother’s Day is about being sweet to mom. It makes any recipe with apples a perfect complement to your A-Lister. Debbie Robb uses the fruit to add tasty flavoring to her Stuffed Pork Chops.
Looking for somewhere special to bring Mom for Mother’s Day? M Restaurant, 231 S. Eighth St., is offering a special menu Sunday for Mom and her family.
A number of you may be surprised to learn I write at home. Writing is a disciplined art form. I am up early to do research, work on my columns and my cookbook, field phone calls and answer e-mails. By the time mid-afternoon arrives, I need a break.
One of my earliest food memories is walking into my grandmother’s kitchen. The aroma of cinnamon and sugar was prevalent and I enjoyed helping her. I clearly recall helping her to fill the deep, white porcelain sink with cold water to rinse fresh spinach leaves to remove all of the grit.
More than a year ago, I decided to review restaurants that have been in business for more than 25 years. Anyone who has contemplated opening a restaurant knows it is hard work. I’m not sure what the life expectancy of a new establishment is, but the dinner Edward and I enjoyed at Friday, Saturday and Sunday made me realize why this institution has been in business since 1973.
