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Bowlful of Dreams

At the Manhattan lunch counter of Calvin Trillin’s reverie, some things never change: It's always New Mexican Day, and the blue plate special is posole with a side of chile, red or green.
October 2002
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Automat for the People

The saga of Horn & Hardart—a story that says as much about America as it does about the legendary chain—is told in a new book by Lorraine B. Diehl and Marianne Hardart.
October 2002
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A West Side Story

Leonard made music, Felicia threw "monster rallies," and Nina, Alexander, and Jamie Bernstein Thomas were dazzled by the likes of Burton and Bacall.
February 2002
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Looking for the Light

It's a long way from prep cook to celebrity chef. Michael Ruhlman accompanies Eric Ripert to a country kitchen in search of his culinary soul.
October 2001
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Uptown Girl

Elaine Kaufman's Manhattan restaurant has been going strong for nearly 40 years. Former bartender Brian McDonald looks at the lady behind the legend.
September 2001
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With Passion and Affect

In her stories, Laurie Colwin made the plainest domestic circumstances sparkle with wit and joy. Anna Quindlen takes us into her world.
August 2001
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Pocketful of Dough

You want to go to the hottest restaurant in town. You have no reservation. Bruce Feiler has a plan for you.
October 2000
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Like a Roc

He’s been smacked with celery and threatened with a knife. But Rocco DiSpirito took the heat and is now the leading chef of his generation.
October 2000
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Desperately Seeking Ceviche

Calvin Trillin’s idea of a fishing trip requires only one thing: a good appetite.
August 2000
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Checking Into History

From the birth of lobbying to the most illicit affairs, all the good stuff happened behind these closed doors.
May 2000
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