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On Saturday morning, a panel of honorary judges handed out the festival's awards:
• Chairman’s Choice (chosen by 2012 Chairman Chris Hitchcock): Eddie Ryan’s – ¼ pot roast sandwich
• Children’s Choice (chosen by Delaney Jones, niece of this year’s chairman): Fat Bob’s Smokehouse – Macaroni & Cheese
• New York Award (selected by New York State Senator Mark Grisanti): Buffalo Tap Room – Sausage Cacciatora
• Pat Sardina Memorial Award for Best Comfort Food: Francesca’s – Eggplant Fra Diablo
• Lou Billitier Memorial “Rookie of the Year” Award: Cabaret
• Best Overall Item: Orazio’s Restaurant – Brasciole Sliders w/ sauce and cheese
• Best Meat Item: Papi’s Family Restaurant – Beef & Cheese Pastelillos
• Best Seafood Item: Ms. Goodies – Junkyard Dog
• Best Vegetarian Item: Delhi Chaat Sweets and Restaurant – Samosa Chaat
• Best Dessert: Landies Candies – Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
• Best Red Wine: Merritt Estate Winery – 2010 Merlot
• Best White Wine: Glenora Wine Cellars – 2011 Gewurztraminer
• Independent Health Foundation’s Healthy Options:
o First Place: Kabab & Curry – Malai Tikka
o Second Place: Orazio’s - Faye Salad
o Third Place: Applebee’s – Grilled Jalapeno Lime Shrimp
The Taste wraps up today, with hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.