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Friday, February 9, 2007

MAZI UPDATE

Patrons of the much-loved Mazi, a Mediterranean restaurant on Main Street in Bradley Beach, have been understandably bereaved since the restaurant closed … and most anxious for information about the future of the charming, congenial place. Mazi's chefs and owners Peter Mantas and Leslie Feingold touched the hearts and palates of many with their rustic and earthy savory dishes (Peter) and elegant, delectable and unfailingly seasonal desserts (Leslie).

Well, Mazi fans, please book a moment to spend with Peter and Leslie on the Food cover of the Press this coming Wednesday, Feb. 14. They share not only their own love story, but offer a gift from the heart for all those who connected with the peerless food at Mazi.

P.S.: Press photographer Tanya Breen's photos are making me desperately hungry right now.

P.S.S. Thanks to all those who reached out to me for information on Mazi, Peter and Leslie; you inspired this story.

cheers,
Andy
2.9.07

3 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

I for one miss Mazi my boyfriend and I love the food and comfortable surroundings. Being greek/italian his food was wonderful. My boyfriend enjoyed his Portuguese flair. This restaurant will be sorely missed. Barbara

February 13, 2007 at 8:07 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I think that Peter and Leslie should take the space that HoJo is vacating on the Asbury Park boardwalk...

Their food and your story made my mouth water...

February 20, 2007 at 9:25 AM  
Blogger Andrea Clurfeld said...

Dozens of Mazi lovers e-mailed me with their hopes that Peter Mantas and Leslie Feingold soon will cook - for the public! - at the Shore. And more than a few nodded at the old HoJo's in Asbury. Amusing, wouldn't you say, since Peter's Dad worked for HoJo's when Peter was growing up. Anyway, thanks for all your comments and as soon as I hear anything about Peter and Leslie's plans, you will, too.
cheers, Andy
2.20.07

February 20, 2007 at 9:54 AM  

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