Monthly Archives: June 2009

Diner Week Critique: The Spot Diner (Chenango, N.Y.)

Review | Written and photographed by Nathan Mattise Directions | Web site | Overall Rating: 3 The best television is found through boredom and persistance. It’s done during those evenings without sporting events when your favorite shows are broadcasting repeats. … Continue reading

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Diner Week Critique: Dino’s Breakfast & Lunch (Eynon, Pa.)

Review | Written and photographed by Nathan Mattise Directions | Web site | Overall Rating:  4 Ever notice that even  top-notch celebrity chefs on the Food Network or Top Chef still claim nothing is more satisfying than their mother’s cooking? … Continue reading

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The First (Annual?) Diner Week.

Site Info | Written by Nathan Mattise You may be asking yourself, “Why are the two posts below just Food Links?  Has Nate eaten at a diner in the past month? Where are all the reviews?” All valid concerns. Rest … Continue reading

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Grilling tips, Trader Joe’s, text etiquette and National Chain Restaurant survey results

Food Links | Compiled by Nathan Mattise ESPN’s Bill Simmons recently prepped folks for the outdoor grilling season by podcasting with Adam Perry Lang. The grill savant talked about over/under rated meats and tips for the weekend warrior. I discovered … Continue reading

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The Frosty, Secret Beer, Ballparks and ‘Cuse Dining Week II

Food Links | Compiled by Nathan Mattise I don’t know that Wendy’s has stopped McD’s reign as the top fast-food jingle artist, but who can argue with a little more love for The Frosty? I’m a person who prefers a … Continue reading

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