The Other Critics

LaBan’s Lovefest at Meritage; Haute Dogs and Hot Dogs Elsewhere

• Craig LaBan files a “lovefest” with reservations on the latest incarnation of Meritage, awarding it three enthusiastic bells. [Inquirer]

• Trend alert: Rick Nichols proclaims the gussied-up hot dog (Supper, MidAtlantic) to be the new gussied-up hamburger (Village Whiskey). [Inquirer]

• Hot Dog portraitist Hawk Krall takes in the dogs at the west end of Passyunk Avenue, finds pepper hash. [Drawing for Food]

LaBan’s Lovefest at Meritage; Haute Dogs and Hot Dogs Elsewhere