One Can Never Have Too Many Purses

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Photos by: Brandon Vick, brandonvick.com

Penne. Angel hair. Fettuccine. If you're looking for a traditional carb, then I am not the dish of your dreams. I am in a category of my very own; a more fashion-forward shaped pasta if you will. My voluptuous physique is that of an overstuffed purse, and do I have goodies to share with you that are hidden within my bag!

Seven of my perfectly fashioned purses are evenly distributed on my modern rectangular white plate, coyly peeking out beneath a generous draping of thick gorgonzola cream. My outer layer is just the right amount of al dente, but once you explore my satchel, you'll discover an outpour of tangy aged gorgonzola, complemented by sweet slices of luscious pear, silky caramelized onions and tender bits of meaty house bacon.

Since I am amply infused, my ingredients may scatter about onto my plate after your first satisfying bite. But take your time gathering all of my components back onto that prickly little fork of yours, and plunge me into that oh so savory cheese sauce. I am considered a small plate, but honey, my persona is anything but small. I am bursting at the seams with flavors that are so delightful, I simply can’t help leaving you begging for more.

What I’ve heard from my audience: "One can never have too many purses."

Who am I? Beggars’ Purses

These handbags are designed by Chef Jason Carlson at Label Seven. One size fits all. The Beggars Purses are available for $12. For more information, visit www.labelseven.com






Label 7
50 State Street
Pittsford, NY 14534
585-267-7500

Cuisine: Napa style, including influences from Latin America, Asia, France and Italy.

Philosophy: Create dishes from scratch as much as possible using fresh local products (including an on-site vegetable garden).

Inspiration Behind the Dish: To develop a pasta dish that hits all sides of the palate. It’s sweet, salty and filled with textures.

Food with Flare: The eclectic menu changes four times per year with the seasons. Items range from home-style comfort foods to small plates with more traditional elegance.

When to go: Lunch: Tuesday – Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Dinner: Tuesday – Thursday 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday – Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.