Originally Posted by tonypct
Analise, I think I may not be clear in what I'm trying to say. I am a native NYer, having been born and raised in Manhattan, and in the low rent area. Although I don't live there now, I am in a close enough suburb that I get into the city often. I agree with all that you've said. I was replying to JS's post about snotty, overpriced Italian restaurants in NYC. As far as I can see from reading your posts, we're on the same page. Especially with your tag line!

Well that's different! Go Yankees!! I just had to wonder why certain people here assume that authentic italian cuisine has a direct correlation with expensive restaurant bills. Authentic doesn't mean more expensive.