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  • Thinking Outside the Box (of KD)

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    Thinking Outside the Box (of KD)

    They say the classic macaroni and cheese was introduced to America in 1802 by Thomas Jefferson upon returning to Virginia from a trip to Italy. In 1937 the Kraft Company put it in a box. Growing up, it was my favourite meal. I preferred the spirals. Sometimes emboldened I’d throw in pieces of hot dog. Since then my tastes have broadened—I no longer eat fluorescent orange powder. I do, however, still crave the warmth and comfort of a good hearty bowl of mac ‘n’ cheese. In this, happily, I am not alone. S’Mac, in New York’s East Village, is…

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  • Latkes in the Sky with Diamonds

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    Latkes in the Sky with Diamonds

    Happiness is a warm latke. As Chanukah fast approaches I am reminded of that fact. So how can I only eat latkes eight days a year? What if I want a latke with brunch in the spring? Where can I go? My family’s designated latketeer is Auntie Essie. I know I’m not going to find anything comparable outside of Essie’s own kitchen, but today: I try! Together with my intrepid latke maven we set out to hit five locations in one day. Research and recommendations took us north and south. Most delis serve latkes, as do a…

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