They say you are what you eat. I submit that if you eat
some of the food mentioned in this edition of Dish, you will be awesome. This
time out our writers found some of the most outrageous, interesting food and
drink items in the Greater Rochester area. Frog-leg garbage
plates. Birthday cakes shaped like your favorite cat. Artisan
coffees. It’s all here.
           If
you’re tired of ordering the standard entrees at area restaurants, check out DaynaPapaleo’s list of
inventive, extraordinary dishes at local eateries. From avocado-based chocolate
mousses to sushi pizzas, I practically guarantee she found at least something
you never knew existed. But beware: the Yeti Burger at Monty’s Krown nearly reduced our staff photographer to tears, so
great was its girth.
           Summer
is nearly upon us, and for many Rochesterians that
means a leisurely stroll along the Park Avenue business
corridor. Ever notice how many food and drink
establishments there are in that neighborhood? We did, and asked Paloma Capanna
to do a door-to-door survey of all the Park Ave
places you can eat or drink. Hitting them all should keep you busy through
fall, at least.
           City
restaurant critic James Leach takes a look at the fascinating world of local
artisan coffee roasters. We have quite a bustling coffee business in this town,
and our roasters vary from women learning job skills to a forward-thinking,
scientifically complicated roasting business aiming to please true java
aficionados.
           For
dessert, check out Heather Charlton’s piece on some of Rochester’s
fancy cake shops. Our area is awash with amazing bakeries, but Heather scouted
a few that specialize in super-elaborate creations. They’re perfect for special
occasions, not-so-special occasions, or any occasion to stuff your face with
cake.
This article appears in May 9-15, 2012.
