Romeo Lunch 2-21-12

The Romeos had lunch at 12 noon on Tuesday 2-21-12 at Bertini’s of Salem Restaurant.  You can see the website at  www.bertinisofsalem.com . 

I wasn’t able to attend so I gathered some info from Jim and Ed.
Those in attendance were Ed DeSchuytner, Joe Pignatiello, Jack Tweedie, Steve Winter, Paul Girard, Mike Zapantis, Jim Terlizzi and Joe Lapiana.

Ed said that the conversation was lively as always and centered on the following topics…..
-Bertini's family owned for many years, a lot of photographs of family & friends all over walls.
-Was a favorite restaurant of Joe Balsama
-Paul Girard use to eat there as a kid with his family
-The upcoming Red Sox season, new manager's role, Manny Ramirez return to baseball for $500,000
-Mike Z. is going to FL next month and has tickets to a Red Sox game at the new Jet Blue Park which resembles Fenway park in small scale.
-Talked about tunnel carpal surgery
-Joe P. only skied a few days this year but going up to Jay Peak shortly, Jim T. is going out west to ski
-Jack T. had a vacation in the Dominican Republic and said is was great.

The menu had great food at good prices including  Soups: Onion or Chicken noodle, most had the onion soup (small portions but great taste).  Entrees: Seafood casserole (fish, shrimp, scallops), Turkey sandwiches, shrimp scampi, roast beef sandwiches.  Dessert: Shared seven layer chocolate cake for the group
Bill:very reasonable $19.00 each

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