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Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)
What to say about Wolfgang Puck's - I go here a lot on my trips to Charlotte. I always have the same waiter (Jared) and he takes excellent care of me. I love a place you can really rely on!
By far, a must order is the garlic rolls. Think savory cinnamon rolls - but instead of cinnamon, they roll those puppies up with pesto and garlic. They bake 4 of them in a cast iron skillet and O.M.G - Heaven! Ask for a side of marinara to dip them in (not that it is needed, but it adds a whole new level of decadence).
I've ordered their pizzas - always a solid choice. My favorite is the prosciutto di parma. Anyone who knows me is not surprised at all. I had them bring me some balsamic on the side and used that to dip the crust. I will say the middle was a little soggy for my preference, but still was not disappointed. But on my last trip, I went for the braised chicken entree - think of it like a hunters chicken, or caccitore wanna-be, without the thick tomatoey sauce. With brasied mushrooms, caramelized onions and little gnocchi all around it - it was absolutely scrumptious. Earthy, but not to heavy. I loved every bite and did my best not the lick the plate clean.
Even though I was stuffed to the gills (and had a togo box of my left over garlic rolls), I still got the zeppolis to go - one of their dessert items are these fabulous cinnamon doughnut bites with a side of "espresso milkshake," which is nothing more than a fabulous dipping sauce. This also lasts me two meals, but who is counting?
I never mind my frequent Charlotte business trips if it means I have time to hit up Mr. Puck's and visit my pal, Jared. He also lets me read my book and we chat up our love to cook and read. What more can you ask for in a neighborhood spot, especially when you aren't from the hood?
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