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The Way to San Jose

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Name-dropping is so passe, but when it involves produce - Trentham potatoes, Daylesford mushrooms - it’s totally in vogue. Old-school plates, plastic chairs and spinning vinyl create a mismatched vibe that feels weathered but warm. Local families and couples come for thin, crisp pizza and handmade pasta. Start with a salsiccia pizza of Italian sausage and chicory while your waiter translates the specials from the daily list (budget-watchers cover your ears); perhaps a subtle ravioli of swordfish and shellfish. Desserts are presented on beds of flowers; a textbook tiramisu is proof that sometimes, classics lead the way.

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Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/the-way-to-san-jose-20140328-35ny5.html