Revisioned: Sushi Hana, Montclair

by Melody Kettle


Sushi Hana opened in Montclair in 1999.  Quick math - that's almost fifteen years ago; a respectable run by Montclair standards.  Still, owner, Irene  felt it was time for a make-over.  

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All Thai'd Up: Brookside Thai, Bloomfield, NJ

by Melody Kettle


“I’ll have the curry” I said, pointing to the menu item, “with bamboo shoots and -- ”

“No!” The server reprimanded me without a glance,  "first number, then meat!”

“Oh! Okay, then I’ll have pork with number -- ”

“No! Number first!” Daggers shot from her eyes, and she looked at where my finger was pointing, with a note of disgust, she added, “You want green curry or red?”

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