A Brilliant Lunch Menu + Lots of Dining News

Table 128 opening date, Nadia's French Bakery news, my thoughts on this year's sole Iowa James Beard semifinalist, and more.

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A Fine Lunch at Either/Or

UPDATE: November 2024: I am so sad to report that the wonderfully fresh side options for lunch at…