Al Dente is refreshingly un-gimmicky. The focus at this pasta bar and wine shop is on the quality of the food. Born out of a group of friends’ passion for handmade fresh pasta, the place serves it up artisanal and al dente, tasting like it comes straight out of an Italian nonnina’s kitchen. The

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