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   Last week Michael Thorn posted a message about "Mama's" Italian (and
seafood) restaurant on New York's Long Island. Visiting my son in
Ronkonkoma, I was thrilled to find it only minutes away (1352 Montauk
Highway, Oakdale NY 631-567-0909).  The owners, John and Teresa, offer a
gluten free menu that consists of 7 appetizers (from Shrimp Cocktail to
Fried Calamari), soups, 6 salads, 9 entrees (from Grilled Chicken or Shrimp
Parmigiana to Chicken Marsala), 10 pasta entrees (from Pasta w/ Mushrooms to
Pasta Primavera), and 10 seafood entrees (from Flounder Scampi to Octopus
Marinara).  The food was excellent, service was great, portions are
large--my side of spaghetti was a meal in itself--and my gluten family
members loved their food and we all had some to take home.  Prices of
entrees average about a fair 15.95.  This is pure altruism on the part of
the owners who were inspired by one celiac customer's needs.  John said he
researched celiac and waited until he was sure all was properly done. (He
would offer pizza, but knows he would need a dedicated oven.)  Now, I have
no connection with "Mama's" or anything on Long Island, but it's about 50
miles(?) from Manhattan on the south shore (better call for reservations),
and there are beaches and numerous highlights on the island, such as the
"Cradle of Aviation Museum" and many other attractions.  And if you're too
far away, John and Teresa offer a great sign of hope for us all!  -- Ron In
upstate NY.

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