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Archive for December, 2006
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Before heading to bed last night, I opened my cable bill. Little did I know that opening it would result in a discussion about cheeseburgers and pizza. I noticed a problem with my bill and dialed the 1-800 number for customer service. Sherman took my call. He quickly fixed the problem and we chatted a bit about how most people that call are mean and cranky.
I admitted to being a bit cranky when I first called and apologized if I seemed that way. That’s when he began laughing into the phone.
When I asked what was up he explained that his co-worker, Ricky, had just taken a call where the customer demanded to know where …
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WC Winter Must-Haves
December 22nd, 2006 2 Comments
The convenience of town with creative gifts for any occasion means a much less stressful holiday season. And, as always, WC Dish is ready to help and has compiled a list of favorites for you!
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When West Chester Hands You Lemons… Make Limoncello
December 16th, 2006 1 Comment
A look behind the newest restaurant in town that EVERYONE is talking about …Limoncello with owner Frank Mingrino.
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Christmas Chicken Missing Head
December 16th, 2006 No Comments
While Curtin was tending to his chocolate in the back, the chicken sat unassuming in the front of the shop. When he returned, he noticed that its head had been completely decapitated! œ
“See, here’s a laceration to the face . . . he points out. “You can clearly see a compound fracture here.”
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A Look Behind the Curtin at Eclat Chocolates
December 16th, 2006 No CommentsEclát Chocolates with Chris Curtin
Why West Chester?
He jokes that a fortune teller told him to come; but it was his family. Born in Wisconsin, he has lived all over the world and eventually landed here. His parents have retired in the area, so the proximity to them, New York City and Washington, D.C. make West Chester an ideal location for him and his store front. It doesn’t hurt that Pennsylvania has a reputation as a œchocolate state. Thank you Milton Hershey.
What are inspirations?
Chris has spent a lot of time living abroad. His visions stem from culinary capitals including Paris, London, and Brussels. He is a sweet-toothed globe trekker and West Chester can …
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As a follow up to my “I Need To Hold You” entry, here is my analysis of what your drink preference says about you…
Decaf:
You worry a lot but do a lot. You are a fun person. You constantly try to improve yourself. You may have had health issues in the past but you put yourself first health and time wise. This is a good thing. You consider the long term effects of your actions. And don’t forget… you have great taste in your beverages.
Black Coffee:
On the outside it appears that you don’t care what others think about you but deep down you might care too much. You have been accused of not …
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Big Dish, Small Town with Bob Fagnani of SPRAZZO
December 14th, 2006 No CommentsWhy West Chester?
When the Fagnani’s previous location was eligible for
lease renewal, Bob and his family opted for a more
urban setting. SPRAZZO’s visual exposure is great at
their center-of-town location, right on the corner of
High and Gay Street.Beer, wine, or cocktail?
Bob favors deep, heavy red wines like Barolo and Super
Tuscans. When choosing cocktails he prefers vodka and
when sticking with beer, he doesn’t stray from his
favorite Belgian beers.Inspirations?
Fagnani wants to create the feeling of traditional
Italian foods and desserts, but with an œAmericanized
flair. By updating old styles with new flavors, and
old flavors with new styles, customers enjoy a sense
of time-honored creations with new taste sensations.Tell us about your customers!
œI like any customer “ as long as they’re walking
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Ah, the company holiday party. A time to reflect on corporate happenings of the past year and to spend quality time with co-workers outside the office (i.e. a time to gab about what people’s spouses look like and to watch embarrassingly bad dancing.)
I’ve learned to avoid regretful gossip and reputation-busting dance moves at functions like these, by doing what any smart gal would do… keep eating. You can’t talk or dance very well with your mouth full now can you?
I kicked off my corporate festivities this year by showing up at the wrong party. A nice man informed me as I pulled into a parking lot full of beautiful cars that I was at the something-or-other BMW holiday party. …
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A few days ago I found myself having an in-depth conversation about fish eggs, while wearing a shower cap. Yes, I was in public. And yes, there was wine involved.
You see, I used to be a bit of a hair whore. If I needed to get my hair done, I’d let anyone have at it. My stylist list includes many friends, mothers of friends, my friend’s friend who would come to my house for hair parties, myself (never turned out well), a guy in Amsterdam, some Irish chick, a lady I found in England when I was visiting my friend, cosmetology students (my mom always said it was such a good deal), my sisters, college …
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I’ve been doing a lot of thinking lately. It’s just that I’m just not sure if this is working. I mean, I love spending time with you lounging on the couch and listening to all of the amazing things you have to say. Watching you. It’s just that¦. I don’t know.I guess it’s that I don’t have the time. I was committed for the last three years but I just can’t do it anymore. I really, really like you but I just can’t keep giving so much for you. I rarely see you anymore and I’ve been too busy with other things. It’s just not working.
So …
