La ZaZa Trattoria
May 6, 2025
Over the last several years, Lauren and I have had several opportunities to return to
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Italian cuisine is a beloved global favorite, known for its emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and simple yet elegant preparation. From the comforting embrace of pasta dishes like spaghetti carbonara and lasagna to the vibrant flavors of pizzas topped with fresh mozzarella and basil, Italian food offers a delightful culinary experience. Whether you’re savoring a classic Margherita pizza or indulging in a decadent tiramisu, Italian cuisine is sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the sunny shores of Italy.
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Featured here are six of my most recent Italian restaurant reviews. Please scroll down the page to view the complete list.
Over the last several years, Lauren and I have had several opportunities to return to
Carmel-by-the-Sea must have at least as many restaurants as I once counted in the Tri-Cities
You can’t always judge a book by its cover… In this case, the cover of
Since our usual stay in Rice Lake is only for a single day or night,
Of the half-dozen or so wine dinners which Lauren and I have attended, it would
Generally I do not take the time to write reviews of chain restaurants. To me,
In my career are twenty-five-plus years learning the restaurant business – from top to bottom – and six years in a Midwest university learning and polishing my writing skills. I have spent a good number of those years (just how many yet to be determined) on the road and authored well over 150 reviews & articles – and still counting.
I’ve traveled from Maine to Florida, from Boston to San Francisco, from Seattle to San Diego, and from Dallas to way north of Duluth, sampling and writing about food. And Yes, I love restaurants, I love preparing, writing about, and eating, food. I hope you enjoy reading what I have written!
