Boyd Street January 2021

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BY: RAE LYNN PAYTON

What’s Eating Norman

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aberino’s is a family-owned Italian restaurant located on Ed Noble Parkway. The restaurant features homestyle recipes made from scratch, with gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and low-carb options. “I think home cooking is some of the best food. I grew up eating good food and learning how to make it,” shared restaurant owner Laura Duprez. She and her husband, Mitch, have created unique menu items that were inspired by rich family recipes, meals and traditions. The warm and comforting atmosphere, coupled with savory homestyle meals, can make anyone feel right at home. The people and the relationships formed over the years are Laura’s favorite part of the business. “I love taking care of people. It’s tonic for me and uplifting,” she shared. January’s specials are winter’s perfect comfort foods: chicken tetrazzini, pot roast over risotto and creamy mushroom soup. Take-and-bake is an option as well. “Our winter specials focus on comfort and making life easier for people right now,” Laura said.

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The past few months have been challenging during the pandemic. When the dining room closed last spring, they quickly pivoted to delivery, online and take-out services. Initiating those partnerships and navigating that new territory in such a short time took a lot of behind-the-scenes legwork. Staff jumped in and worked to help make it happen. Once in-person dining resumed, they strategized and found ways to make


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