by Jen G 
When I walked into the new wine bar called Adelina’s on Greenpoint Ave for a tasting, two things caught my eye: the back corner of the bar was lined with wine barrels labeling each wine on tap with white chalk, and seated at the bar was a row of gorgeous faces, the staff, who was there for a tasting.
“Care to join us?” Toby Buggiani, Adelina’s owner asked.
“Are you asking me to drink before…
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“Despite being a vegetarian, his menu includes meat options. Most Italian peasant food is conveniently vegetarian or vegan for those with dietary restrictions. After sampling two meatless pasta dishes, however, I’ll try them with tuna next time.”
Sorry, inspired by yesterday’s post about copy editing.
Well taken out of context as one paragraph of course it doesn’t make sense!
I’m saying he listens to his customers and has meat but for the most part it’s a mostly vegetarian menu. And myself not being a vegetarian I want TUNA!
Loving the pizza, and the wine is excellent.
Have been here twice – once for drinks and snacks and once for dinner. It’s just a couple blocks away from my place, the prices are so reasonable and the hospitality is genuine and awesome. I think it’s a great addition to the neighborhood!