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Buttercup
Citizen
Username: Buttercup
Post Number: 56
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 12:18 pm: | 
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Here’s to the Arts in Maplewood
This place is a diamond in the rough. The atmosphere is laid back, very friendly, and fun. Most importantly, the food is exceptional. Mark Clayton is a fantastic chef, especially when it comes to his 4 cheese rigatoni (cooked al dente). I don’t mean to brag but I do know good food and this is where to find it. They even have a Hungarian pastry chef! Plus, the prices are too good to be true and the place is great for couples, families, and parties. I can’t wait for Here’s to the Arts to get the attention it deserves.
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BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 863
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 1:24 pm: |
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Is there an MOL FtoF, like the ones that are happening at Heart and Soul, brewing for end of April???? |
I'm Only Sleeping
Citizen
Username: Imonlysleeping
Post Number: 156
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 1:39 pm: |
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Aside from the fact that this reads like thinly disguised hype from somebody involved with the restaurant, are we really supposed to be impressed with a chef because he makes good mac and cheese? |
BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 866
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 1:55 pm: |
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If you are referring to BGS...I have nothing to do with Here's to the Arts except that I have been a patron prior to the liquor license and think that it is a good thing to promote any new business in our two towns. If it is not me that you are referring to, then my above statement still stands...
;-)
BGS |
Alleygater
Citizen
Username: Alleygater
Post Number: 1577
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 2:00 pm: |
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Ummmmm... a place that does good mac and cheese is good enough for vegetarian little ole me. If you do a MOL search on Mac and Cheese you will find that that specific dish is actually QUITE popular with our community. |
Soda
Supporter
Username: Soda
Post Number: 3698
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 2:03 pm: |
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Hey, I like mac&cheese, and although there are several good places to get it locally, including Church's Kitchen and Heart & Soul, I'll be happy to check out H2TA's version. I was planning to crash las' party there last week, but I wussed out, so this gives me another incentive to go there...
Oh, and BTW: Did Mark Clayton use to work at THD? I ask because he's listed by Rosie Saferstein in "NJ Monthly" as the new Executive Chef at H2TA, and I thought that the guys at THD pretty much just made sandwiches. So what's up with the spiffy title? I guess it'll look good on his resume down the road...
-s. |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 159
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 2:43 pm: |
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I was thinking of organizing a M.O.L. gathering at HTTA in April or May. This would be to inaugurate their new liquor license.
Before anyone asks, no I do not work for HTTA, nor am I an owner or stockholder.
Also, I did not, nor do I now work for Heart & Soul, nor am I or was I an owner when I promoted the gatering last month.
I arranged the gathering, and probably will do so because I like to support local restaurants and I enjoyed meeting the people who post online.
Scully also worked with me to coordinate the Heart and Soul gathering. Unless she is keeping it a secret, she also did not work for nor own stock in H & S.
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BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 874
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 2:54 pm: |
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John- Put me down for two!!! Oh wait a minute...can you tell me the date first????!!! ;-) BGS |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4950
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 2:58 pm: |
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"I can’t wait for Here’s to the Arts to get the attention it deserves."
I'll second that Buttercup! HTTA offers another interesting choice for local folks to have a bite to eat, an adult beverage, and some great nightly entertainment. It’s also a great place for a small private party…
And, I'm only sleeping, aside from the fact that I helped give birth to H2TA and I'm a self appointed advocate for local businesses, I feel your comment of "thinly disguised hype from somebody involved with the restaurant" is an unnecessary cheap shot. And, are we also supposed to be impressed with your "Good Mac and Cheese" wise crack?
I think it's time for your wake-up call pal! Save your odious unsupportive comments for things that deserve it, not our local businesses trying to make a living by providing interesting new venues for our community...
BTW Soda, I'm sorry to read you wussed out at Las's party, you missed a good time. Listen, let me offer even another incentive to go there. Which ever way helps get you there, I could either not be there, or if you're willing I can be there and buy you a drink... Either way, I hope you drop in some time and enjoy the hospitality, good food and drink, and of course the great nightly entertainment! Cheers...  |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 162
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 3:05 pm: |
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Alright, I'll do it.
I need to meet with Art to discuss particulars and possibilities.
I hope to post again before the weekend.
REMINDER: Heart and Soul dinner Thursday night.
JC |
BGS
Citizen
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 876
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 3:12 pm: |
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YOU'DA'MAN JOHN CAFFREY!!!!!! |
jamie
Citizen
Username: Jamie
Post Number: 473
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 3:45 pm: |
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I was going to do HTTA as one of the first Official F2F events. I'll have more info on this soon. Stay tuned! |
Mayor McCheese
Supporter
Username: Mayor_mccheese
Post Number: 1126
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 4:28 pm: |
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Who would have thought. ajc and I are on the same side of an issue.
I like HTTA. People are friendly, it is a very easy going place, and the food is good. What more can you ask for? Well, maybe some strippers. I will talk to Art about that. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4952
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 4:47 pm: |
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I knew sooner or later you'd see the light...
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MARK CLAYTON
Citizen
Username: Bob_barker
Post Number: 14
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 4:55 pm: |
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hey soda at least i have a resume |
Dego Diva
Citizen
Username: Fmingione
Post Number: 712
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 4:59 pm: |
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Anybody know the HTTA website? I'm wondering if they have a menu up on there. |
Mayor McCheese
Supporter
Username: Mayor_mccheese
Post Number: 1129
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 5:16 pm: |
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http://www.herestothearts.com/ |
Buttercup
Citizen
Username: Buttercup
Post Number: 57
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 5:22 pm: |
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Thanks to those of you who jumped to my defense. And, no, I'm not affiliated with HTTA. I simply give credit where it's due. I think it's such a shame when people react negatively to positive, innocuous postings on MOL. |
bets
Supporter
Username: Bets
Post Number: 22911
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 6:12 pm: |
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The stuff I saw coming out of the kitchen at HTTA looked pretty damn tasty to me! Mark, about how many specials do you offer each night? |
Mayor McCheese
Supporter
Username: Mayor_mccheese
Post Number: 1130
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, April 6, 2006 - 1:10 am: |
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ajc, I think it must be you who saw the light pal. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4955
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, April 6, 2006 - 7:15 am: |
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...look again pal, I am the light. |
Wilkanoid
Citizen
Username: Cseleosida
Post Number: 568
Registered: 10-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, April 6, 2006 - 9:15 am: |
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I've just read the food menu. Mmmmm ...
What are restaurant hours? It's not on the website. I may not be able to make the evenings, but I'd love to drop in for coffee and dessert after lunch some time. |
Buttercup
Citizen
Username: Buttercup
Post Number: 58
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, April 6, 2006 - 5:26 pm: |
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I think they only open up in the evenings after seven. However, that might change. I'm not sure. |
The Soulful Mr T
Citizen
Username: Howardt
Post Number: 1737
Registered: 11-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, April 6, 2006 - 8:01 pm: |
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I'm wondering how in the world they got a liquor license? |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 4957
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 12:29 am: |
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...why in the world are you wondering Mr T? |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 165
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 12:56 pm: |
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Change in plans....I met with Art last night. Jamie is planning an event at HTTA in the near future. Scully and I will organize one after that event. It will be approximately one month after so that we don't suffer from "burnout" from having too many events.
JC
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BGS
Supporter
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 905
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 1:03 pm: |
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Thanks John.....you and Scully do a fine job of planning for us. If you find another treasure around that needs our help do let us know!!
Take care....
B |
SoOrLady
Citizen
Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 3220
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 4:02 pm: |
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What about Carribean Cuisine? I hear they're very good. SoOrLord isn't into experimenting with flavours and tastes.. he sticks with the tried and true... and BORING!! I'd love another opportunity to have MOL dinner compainions. |
kriss
Citizen
Username: Kriss
Post Number: 286
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 4:26 pm: |
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Carribean Cuisine has delicious food. The people there are incredibly nice too. I'd attend a gathering there. |
jamie
Citizen
Username: Jamie
Post Number: 475
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 4:28 pm: |
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Here's what the MOL Face to face lineup looks like -
April 24 - Here's To The Arts Cafe
May 17 - Caribbean Cuisine
June 7 - Cent'Anni
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BGS
Supporter
Username: Bgs
Post Number: 909
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 4:30 pm: |
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WOW- You have been busy Jamie....I am sure that you are going to fill us in with details as time moves on. |
SoOrLady
Citizen
Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 3222
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 5:41 pm: |
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Bravo Jamie!! Now the big question... will you favor us with your comedy stylings at each venue? |
Suzanne Ng
Citizen
Username: Suzanneng
Post Number: 702
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 7:54 pm: |
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Will they all be prix fixe like the Heart and Soul events? |
jamie
Citizen
Username: Jamie
Post Number: 476
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 8:01 pm: |
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SoOrLady - not sure if I'll do stand up at each venue - but certainly at HTTA. In fact it is comedy night at 9 on the 24th, so after we finish feasting - stick around for a laugh or two.
We will have a fixed price. Caribbean Cuisine will be buffet style - Cent'Anni we'll have a choice of a couple dishes - I'm not sure about HTTA - I'll find out soon. |
John Caffrey
Citizen
Username: Jerseyjack
Post Number: 166
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 8:22 pm: |
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I'm looking forward to the events. Count me in. |
Tom Reingold
Supporter
Username: Noglider
Post Number: 13507
Registered: 1-2003
| | Posted on Friday, April 7, 2006 - 9:01 pm: |
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I found this article about mac and cheese interesting.
I believe the line "stuck a feather in his hat and called in macaroni" refers to the "dandy" who was so full of himself because he ate an exotic dish called macaroni. I.e. it was exotic in 18th century America.
[sigh] The f2f's don't work well for me on weeknights. Maybe I'll make it one day.
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ess
Citizen
Username: Ess
Post Number: 1668
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, April 8, 2006 - 3:10 pm: |
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I have been a fan of HTTA for a while already, and had booked it a while ago for my big birthday party next month.
I'm happy to see that it is getting the recognition it deserves. It is a really neat place. I'm glad we have it right in Maplewood! |
Joan
Supporter
Username: Joancrystal
Post Number: 7237
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, April 9, 2006 - 8:21 am: |
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Jamie:
Are you accepting reservations yet? If so, please include Bernie and me for April 24th at HTTA. |
Buttercup
Citizen
Username: Buttercup
Post Number: 65
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Monday, April 10, 2006 - 4:33 pm: |
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Me too! |
Mayor McCheese
Supporter
Username: Mayor_mccheese
Post Number: 1139
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Monday, April 10, 2006 - 4:52 pm: |
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Jamie, is it true that the HTTA meeting will have a buffet style open bar? |
Buttercup
Citizen
Username: Buttercup
Post Number: 66
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 - 2:17 pm: |
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Such an imagination, McCheese! Good idea. |
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