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Take a Trip to Italy Without Leaving Wakefield

This week's Great Escape idea will help you discover Wakefield's Italian cuisine.

As a parent, chances are the most common forms of Italian food on which you dine are macaroni and cheese and Spagetti O’s. Get out of the rut and go for some delicious Italian fare. If you don’t feel like pasta, remember there is much more to Italian food than pasta; there's antipasto,  porto-bello mushrooms, steak, seafood, and broccoli rabe.

Grab your spouse, mother, or friends and get out and enjoy a laugh, a glass of wine and some fine and friendly Italian dining.

Wakefield boasts and for a romantic and more dressy night out. For fun with friends, , , and provide a classy and fun loving atmosphere. If Wakefield isn’t a far enough escape for your “me time” head to Reading and try or head to Stoneham and try or .

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Looking for a real family oriented Italian restaurant? Try Wakefield’s or Reading’s popular chains and . These may not have the authentic Italian feel but if you are escaping a night of cooking but not the kids these will have something for everyone.

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