We've confirmed with executive chef Mark Liberman this morning that Stephen di Asprinio has in fact left the restaurant he gave his name to, Forte di Asprinio, in West Palm Beach, "to pursue other opportunities." Liberman wouldn't, or couldn't tell us much more, except that Asprinio left sometime last week, but the coded language certainly sounds something like the ubiquitous politi-spin "to spend more time with his family." Rumors that the West Palm Beach restaurateur of Top Ch
Saturday May 16, 6:30 p.m.Beer versus Wine at Cook's Inc.Here's a novel idea. A four-course meal with both wine and beer pairings. Cook's Inc. at Abacoa is putting on the event, wherein diners will decide whether they prefer the craft beer or the Spanish wine with each course. On the beer team: Avery White Rascal, Orval Trappist Ale, Westmalle Dubbel Bolk, and Celebrator Dubbel Bolk. On the wine team: Robert Oatley Rose de Sangiovese, Senor da Folla Verde Albarino, Taltarni Three Monks Cabernet
