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For Pies That Are Adding Volume to My Thighs: “Pies ‘N’ Thighs”

Lately I have been in a Williamsburg state of mind. I cannot seem to get enough of this vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood that is practically in my backyard. Sure I have known for years that this recently gentrified locality had been going through a cultural food revolution. I hear all kinds of things on a daily basis that makes me want to spend even more time there. According to my research lately this will not be a problem. On my last voyage to see what the beautiful people were doing on a Saturday afternoon my destination was one I have been yearning to visit for forever or at least it seems like it. Apparently I am also on a fried chicken kick, not that I ever purposely avoided it. I could never be that mean to myself. The destination that day was Pies ‘N’ Thighs and you know the name is half of the reason I wanted to go. Plus everyone and their mama who has been raves on and on about it. This goes from coworkers, friends, and my trusty research ma...

For the Variety That is “Vinnie’s Pizza”

  There is nothing better than the intoxicating smell when you step inside a pizzeria. That smell reminds me of my childhood  and instantly has me drooling for a piping hot slice of the cheesy goodness. If I could bottle that smell I would wear it as perfume. It makes me that happy, and well hungry. My home turf of Brooklyn is home to some of the best pizzerias in New York City. Considering there is one every few blocks it makes them the Starbucks of my neighborhood. As a good Brooklynite I try to support as many local spots as I can. This weekend I ventured out slightly further towards to my new favorite spot in Williamsburg, Vinnie’s Pizza. Last summer on Instagram I noticed pictures of all of these amazing slices of pizza which brought my attention to Vinnie’s. Upon further digging I learned that this was a place where you can literally order the pizza of your dreams. I love Brooklyn as much as the next guy but it can be a place with limited food ...