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Meet Chef Omar Soriano
Chef Don Fritz developed a passion for food and cooking at his mother’s stove. Between her Italian heritage and her love for Julia Child, she instilled in him a desire to spend his life feeding those he loves.
After decades in the restaurant business, he is thrilled to be working beside Louise Albin at Cafe Louise. Chef Don has owned Pizzeria Sassano, an Italian restaurant in South Glastonbury which featured hand-crafted pizzas and authentic Italian dishes. From there, he opened Catering by Sassano, providing corporate catering services. He also owned Tar River Barbecue, bringing authentic North Carolina barbecue to everywhere from weddings to music festivals. Additionally, he was the Catering/Executive Chef at Central Connecticut State University, overseeing and cooking for up to 400 people at a time!
In his spare time, he loves spending time with family, exploring photography, and going to as my concerts as he possibly can.
Chef Omar's Menu
Appetizers
Causa Limena
Mashed Potato Seasoned with Lemon and Yellow Chili Pepper, filled with Chicken.
Entrees
Pescado a lo Macho
Barramundi topped with a Spicy, Creamy Seafood Sauce. Served with Rice.
Dessert
Cheesecake de Lucuma
Cheesecake made with a Creamy Filling of Cheese and Lucuma