Restaurant Roundup: Paramour to Sweet Elizabeth's

Patch reviews Paramour at the Wayne Hotel, MilkBoy Coffee, The Grog, Chestnut Hill Cheese Shop, Mandarin Kitchen, Christopher Chocolates, Quotations, Evviva, Sorrento’s Italian Restaurant and Sweet Elizabeth’s.

Looking for a good restaurant to go to this weekend?   Radnor Patch brought you the details of Paramour at the Wayne Hotel Thursday. A talented chef who has worked and opened more restaurants than he can remember is about to unleash his magic at this newly renovated restaurant. The food is lighter and more modern than at other places but just as delicious. Click here for the Meet the Chef.   If that restaurant isn’t to your liking, check out other area restaurants that Patch reviewed this week: MilkBoy Coffee, 2 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore A perfectly balanced pumpkin latte and vegan scrapple await you at this leisurely coffee shop which now offers table service. Bring your computer, there is free wi-fi to boot. Click here for the review…

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Meet the Chef: Paramour at the Wayne Hotel

This week food writer Clara Park sat down with the chef of Paramour at the Wayne Hotel.

A chef is only as good as the restaurants he/she has worked at, the palate he/she has refined and the innovative combinations that are floating around in his/her head. A good chef is always on the move, constantly trying to improve his/her cuisine and usually sleep deprived. Chef Michael Giampa of the newly opened Paramour at the Wayne Hotel is a great chef and was kind enough to answer my questions. I was quite impressed with the newly renovated dining areas (much of the furniture as well as the china is custom made) and his interpretation of "American Fine Cuisine". Many of the menu items reminded me of the fine dining restaurants I had worked in in California and that was no coincidence. Giampa explained that the majority of the food …

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Kids Eat Local: Paramour at the Wayne Hotel

Find out how kid-friendly Paramour at the Wayne Hotel is.

We know how tough it can be to eat out with little ones. Patch wants to help you know before you walk in the door if Paramour at the Wayne Hotel is a good place to eat with your children.   Restaurant: Paramour at the Wayne Hotel   Is there a kids’ menu? No but kids may enjoy the flatbreads.   Are there healthy options on the kids’ meal? The flatbreads are made with high quality ingredients and can be thought of as lighter, healthier versions of pizza.   How does the restaurant deal with food allergies? Alert your server and they will try to accommodate you as best they can.   Is there a diaper changing station? No.    How difficult is it to maneuver a stroller through the dining area? Not that difficult.   Is the restaurant so quiet that …

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Restaurant Roundup: Margaret Kuo's to Baxter's

Patch reviews Margaret Kuo’s, Hykel’s Submarine Sandwich Bar, Flip and Bailey’s Bar and Grill, The French Bakery, Taj Indian Cuisine, Uno Chicago Grill, Campbell’s Boat House, Avenue Bistro!, Bala Pizza, Brittingham’s, The Ugly Moose and Baxter’s.

Looking for a good restaurant to go to this weekend?   Radnor Patch brought you the details of Margaret Kuo’s Thursday. Tasty Chinese and Japanese delights abound at this upscale restaurant. Stop in for some General Tso’s chicken, uni, edamame or just have it all. Click here for the review.   If that restaurant isn’t to your liking, check out other area restaurants that Patch reviewed this week: Hykel’s Submarine Sandwich Bar, 2704 E. County Line Rd., Ardmore A truly wonderful crock of French onion soup and upside down hoagies await you at this local haunt. The chef always adds a little love to his food and it shows. Click here for the review.   Flip and Bailey’s Bar and Grill, 900 Conestoga Rd., Rosemont A true neighborhood spot with a …

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Restaurant Review: Margaret Kuo's

This week food writer Clara Park reviews Margaret Kuo's in Wayne.

Restaurant: Margaret Kuo’s Address: 175 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne, PA 19087 Rating: (out of 5 stars): ★★★★ Style: Upscale Chinese and Japanese Food: Delicious northern Chinese and Japanese dishes Atmosphere: Elegant dining rooms and refined ambiance Parking: Metered and street parking Service: Poised and professional Price Range: Moderate Unique Features: Chinese classics, northern Chinese specialties and a full sushi bar When I get to review a place like Margaret Kuo’s it’s always a particular treat. There are very few places that offer such a large menu without sacrificing quality. The service is poised and professional and the dining room is elegant and inviting. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to fully absorb the full Margaret Kuo’s …

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Kids Eat Local: Margaret Kuo's

Find out how kid-friendly Margaret Kuo's in Wayne is.

We know how tough it can be to eat out with little ones. Patch wants to help you know before you walk in the door if Margaret Kuo's is a good place to eat with your children.   Restaurant: Margaret Kuo's    Is there a kids’ menu? No but kids will enjoy the wonton soup, fried rice, noodle dishes, sweet and sour chicken, egg rolls, spring rolls, barbecue ribs, yakitori, tempura and ton katsu.   Are there healthy options on the kids’ meal? The wonton soup, noodle dishes, steamed brown rice, salads and miso soup are fairly healthy.   How does the restaurant deal with food allergies? Alert your server and they will try to accommodate you as best they can.   Is there a diaper changing station? No.   How difficult is it to maneuver a stroller …

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Restaurant Roundup: PB and U to Chinnar Indian Cuisine

Patch reviews PB and U, Positano Ristorante, Beijing Inn, The Little Treehouse Play Café, Westgate Pub, Philly Pretzel Factory, Bevan’s Own Make Candy, InFusion, Chops Restaurant and Bar, Spamps Restaurant, Laxmi’s Indian Grille and Chinnar Indian Cuisine

Looking for a good restaurant to go to this weekend?   Radnor Patch brought you the detailsof PB and U Thursday. Whether you love your PB and J straight up or with bacon and banana, this is the place to get your fix. This kid-friendly temple to the world’s most popular legume is the brainchild of a former advertising vet. Click here for the Meet the Owner.   If that restaurant isn’t to your liking, check out other area restaurants that Patch reviewed this week:   Positano Ristorante, 21 W. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore Generous portions, excellent service and a decidedly Mediterranean atmosphere are the draws of this tried and true neighborhood Italian restaurant. The pasta is al dente and the vegetables are lovingly prepared. Click here for the…

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Meet the Owner

Meet the Owner: PB and U

This week food writer Clara Park sat down with the owner of PB and U in Wayne.

The best ideas don’t always come out of board rooms, think tanks or university settings. In fact some of the best ideas emerge casually among friends or family. Mercury Amodio recalls long car trips with her parents and four siblings and never wanting to have pit stops at fast food restaurants. Who wants to eat all that heavy greasy food and then get back in a stuffy crowded car for five hours she remarked. They preferred a simple peanut butter sandwich that was easy, fast and healthy to eat. What started as joking dialogue about a stand alone peanut butter sandwich shop has been transformed into a bona fide business in the heart of Wayne. Read below to find out more about the friendly owner of PB and U, Mercury Amodio. Name: Mercury …

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Kids Eat Local: PB and U

Find out how kid-friendly PB and U in Wayne is.

We know how tough it can be to eat out with little ones. Patch wants to help you know before you walk in the door if PB and U is a good place to eat with your children.   Restaurant: PB and U   Is there a kids’ menu? The entire menu is kid-friendly. Highlights include traditional PB and J, PB and apple, ants on a log and peanut butter fondue with a dizzying array of things to dip.   Are there healthy options on the kids’ meal? The ingredients are good quality and peanut butter is a great source of protein. There's also plenty of fresh fruit to add to your sandwich.   How does the restaurant deal with food allergies? Those with peanut allergies should not set foot in the shop but they do offer gluten-free bread and soy milk. As for other …

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Restaurant Roundup: Teresa's Cafe to Wing Wah Kitchen

Patch reviews Teresa’s Café, Bella Italia, Lovecchio’s Pizza, New China Court, Lucky Dragon, Christopher Chocolates, Wolff’s Apple House, Mama’s Pizzeria, Pepperoncini Restaurant and Bar, Flat Rock Saloon and Wing Wah Kitchen.

Looking for a good restaurant to go to this weekend?   Radnor Patch brought you the details of Teresa’s Café Thursday. Contemporary Italian cuisine in a romantic setting combined with fair pricing bring the people to this Wayne hotspot. The pastas shine brighter than the pizzas but don’t forget to try the fried artichokes. Click here for the review.   If that restaurant isn’t to your liking, check out other area restaurants that Patch reviewed this week:   Bella Italia, 12 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore The ideal place for a great veggie slice, fresh from the fryer mozzarella sticks and your favorite Coke product. Don’t have cable but want to watch the latest Premier League game? There’s a good chance that you can watch it here. Click here for…

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