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North 110 an intimate dining space for resident Miami food lovers

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Ready for a relaxing evening with low lighting and incredible food? Located on north Biscayne Boulevard, North 110 is the new ‘neighborhood’ spot. Owned and run by partners Dewey and Dale LoSasso, North 110 is an excellent presentation of American cuisine with flair.

The dining space is quite small, enough room to accommodate 96 guests, with marble flooring and soft amber lighting. In the back, a full-service bar is nestled next to a climbing spiral staircase-leading to a mysterious location-and some wrought iron tables. Juxtaposed to the somewhat eclectic feel of the restaurant, the food carries some continuity; no matter what dish you eat, the flavors never clash with those from another dish.

The menu offers a variety of options-from appetizers to entrees and even dessert. In accordance, the extensive wine list is not to go unmentioned, a perk from having an owner who is also a wine director.

One suggestion for those who become overwhelmed with choices, start with Gruner Vetliner, a dry white wine meant to go with almost any dish, from fish to chicken to tarte red meat. For dinner try two appetizers, although everything is delicious: the mushroom stuffed mushrooms will melt in your mouth and the zucchini blossoms with foie gras present the palate with an interesting texture.

As for salad, if you think you can handle a full three to four course meal, all of the combinations are filled with flavors. A specialty combination is the arugula, berry, and charred apple salad. An intricate mix of flavors and textures, the salad is truly a salad among no others.

For an entree, the new menu additions provide a new twist that prove to be culinary masterpieces. The grilled hog snapper is served in a broth of red wine with leeks and lobstered mushrooms, cooked to perfection and practically falling apart at the touch of fork and knife. The other newbie is buffalo steak and herb seared tuna. Served with an apple puree, both the steak and the tuna linger on the tongue, making the flavor last just long enough to savor every morsel.

If you make it to dessert, the filo basket of cinnamon roasted plums is rumored to be almost orgasmic, an adjective not often used to refer to food. Not in the mood for plums? The rice pudding with rum raisins and a

macadamia nut filo crust is another excellent choice for a sweet and creamy end to a stuffing meal. However, the true gem among the desserts is the grilled angel food cake. Understated and simple, the angel food cake bathes in a soft ‘soup’ of rum and mint, served with fresh berries and an apricot sorbet. Light and airy, but rich in flavor, angel food cake never tasted this good.

Overall, North 110 is an excellent spot to get away from the trendy bars, the long waits or the month-in-advance reservations. Posh in its own right, North 110 and its owners Dewey and Dale LoSasso are filling the void that Miami needed; a place where diners can truly enjoy the food and the company.

Joanna Davila can be contacted at j.davila1@umiami.edu.

ON THE MENU

MUSHROOM STUFFED MUSHROOMS with chayote slaw and smoked tomato vinaigrette, $9

ARUGULA, BERRY AND CHARRED APPLE SALAD with smoked salmon bacon and creamy gorgonzola dressing, $12

GRILLED BUFFALO STRIP STEAK AND HERB SEARED TUNA with apple rosemary puree and goat cheese toast, $37

GRILLED ANGEL FOOD CAKE, $8

NORTH 110

Located at:
11052 Biscayne Blvd.
North Miami-Dade
(305) 893-4211

Hours:
Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday throughSaturday, 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.. Open for dinner Sunday

EXCESS

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Reading at the Gusman
Chuck Palahniuk comes to campus on Thursday, Sept. 23. The infamous Fight Club author will be doing a reading at the Gusman Concert Hall, increasing his ‘cult’ of fans. If you’re completely oblivious to Fight Club and all that is Chuck Palahniuk, check out last week’s issue for a kick-ass interview.

greek Life
Yay for Bid Day Parties!

R.I.P. Punk
Johnny Ramone died last Wednesday at age 55. The rock star died in L.A. from a battle with prostate cancer. Joey Ramone died in 2002.

Uh-Oh…
Just as Macaulay Culkin finished playing a role in indie flicks such as Party Monster and Saved, he gets charged with drug possession. Ironic, really.

BOOK REVIEW The Lovely Bones: Alice Sebold’s debut novel is ‘Lovely’

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Listed as one of the best-selling books in the country, The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold is an interesting viewpoint on death. The main character, Susie Salmon –yes, like the fish -gets brutally raped and murdered by her neighbor after being lured into an underground shelter while coming home from school one evening. Following the incident, the rest of the novel is told from Heaven, where Susie looks down on her killer, her parents and her friends, keeping watch and narrating the story. Clinging to her life on earth and struggling to accept the finality of her death, Susie watches her family fall apart in the aftermath of her disappearance.

Consuming and intriguing, The Lovely Bones is a twisted sort of coming-of-age novel: a story about dealing with the loss of a loved one while still accepting the future. Of course, the drama of her family’s fall out and Susie’s longing to touch the boy she loved on earth is heart wrenching. Most interesting is Sebold’s description of Heaven, a place where each and every person has their own version that essentially forms from wishes, dreams and aspirations.

Ultimately putting trust back into the human race, Sebold weaves a gripping end that leaves all of the convincing and complex characters happy. Despite the almost fanciful nature of the ending, Sebold gives readers hope that Heaven truly is heavenly.

Joanna Davila can be contacted a j.davila1@umiami.edu.

FASHION Aura gives off the aura for designer fashion

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Located on the perfectly manicured stretch of Miracle Mile, Aura is the epitome of a chic boutique. Simple in design, the floor-to-ceiling glass front flaunts four mannequins and a glass box jewelry case topped with intricately beaded flats.

Inside, jeans are folded neatly on understated white shelves and colored organized clothing hangs from simple metal racks, almost like the type you would see backstage at a runway show. Presented with pure elegance and simplicity, the pieces in Aura are definitely designer. The silk tops, soft cottons and blaringly obvious Juicy label give Aura the “aura” of high style, a feeling exuded by fellow shoppers and owner Ingrid herself. Accompanied by her Chinese Crested Powder-puff puppy who trots lightly around the store while shoppers leaf through clothing, Ingrid has owned Aura for two years.

In the process, Ingrid’s tastes flaunt an array of well-known labels for the store: Development, Rebecca Taylor, Queue, Jill Stuart, and Ella Moss; brands fit for Miami’s fashionistas line the walls. Of course there is the dominant presence of practically every kind of Citizens of Humanity jean available, something not common to small boutiques and a very pleasant surprise.

Price wise, Aura rises to the top of the scale, with some pieces-particularly a strapless tunic- boasting a $400 retail value. However, the Juicy and C & C tees lines are priced in the normal $60 to a little over $100 range.

Definitely a store to visit on a relaxing afternoon where strolling on the street is a must, Aura is a must-see. Combined with the sophisticated touch and a spectacular event, Aura holds endless options.

Joanna Davila can be contacted at j.davila1@umiami.edu.

POLICE BEAT

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Safety Tip of the Week: Here are some bicycle safety tips from Director Christensen of Public Safety.
Public Safety Records show that when bikes were stolen on campus:
90% were secured with cable or chain locks
10% were locked with a U-lock*
UM Public Safety would like to help you improve the security of your bike. You can trade in your cable or chain lock for a free U-lock. Public Safety is giving away U-locks while supplies last. Bring your ‘Cane Card and your cable or chain bike lock to Public Safety between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. You will receive a Cycle Finders bike registration, bike security tips and a free gift.
*Use of a U-lock does not guarantee your bike will not be stolen.
For further information, call Public Safety at 305-284-1105, or 8-6666 from a campus phone.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 8

5821 San Amaro Dr. Burglary

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 10

6100 San Amaro Dr. Theft

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11

5183 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Hit and Run
1306 Stanford Dr. Theft
1241 Dickinson Dr. Theft
1300 Memorial Dr. Burglary

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12

1200 Dickinson Dr. Hit and Run

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 15

5616 Merrick Dr. Burglary

The Hurricane is currently working to improve police beat by working with Coral Gables Police Department. For more information on crimes and crime prevention, contact Public Safety at 284-6666.

Dear V Permanent art and a not-so-permanent bed buddy cause regrets

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Hi V,
How are you? I need some advice! I have a tattoo that I got two years ago, and now I’m kind of tired of it. What shall I do? Should I get rid of it? I think I will, but how would I go about removing it? Thanks for your help; I love your column. Ciao!
-Tattooed and Tired

Hi Tattooed,
I’m great. Thanks for asking! As for this tattoo nonsense-oy, kids these days! Congratulations, you have reached the “I want to get rid of my permanent artwork” dilemma. Do you see the flaming contradiction in the previous statement? The way I see it you have a few options: A) Keep the tattoo, learn to love it like you did on that very special, very intoxicated night that you got inked or at the very worst, ignore it. B) Sell your overworked college soul to get it removed by laser removal (ouch!), excision (a.k.a. cutting it out), sanding (hard core) or, mmm, tissue expansion (ew). C) Alter the design into something more pleasing, or D) Camouflage it with professional makeup products when you really regret getting it done. Whatever you do, do not buy any type of “home removal” product. They are generally acid based, dangerous, and ineffective. Leave it up to the pros, and next time think twice before you decide to put that flaming skull on your butt. Please.
Needle me ha.
–V.

Dear V,
I recently reconnected with a guy from way back. The sex is incredible, but we don’t do much more than have sex. I used to think that he was quite possibly more interested in just a physical relationship, but lately he’s been giving me the brush off. For instance, the last time that I asked him over to my place he skipped out on the offer to hang out with his roommate! Yet he still walked me out to the car. I don’t want to call and sound like a desperate girl, but more than the mind-blowing sex, I think that I might really like him. Help! I am so confused with these signals – or lack thereof! What the hell is going on? I’d love to be clued in.
-Hornycane

Horny,
We’ve made it full circle to the infamous late 90s question that has haunted so many: Is it possible for women to have sex like men? i.e. emotionally detached hookups. From the sound of your letter, there really has been little contact between you and this blast from the past, besides genital; obviously you’re attracted to him, but do you even know him enough to like him? Think about it, it’s more than possible that he acted interested in you in order to lure a part of you in to bed a couple of times-alcohol and darkness tend to have that effect on people. The next time you encounter one another, persuade him to pursue you during daylight hours. Perhaps you might be able to decipher those always ill-fated signals. In the meantime, you’re just going to have to sweat it out girlie and distract yourself a little bit. Vibrators anyone?
Cheers to not calling!
-V.

And as always…
Please direct all drama and crises to dearv@hotmail.com or to the Dear V box in The Hurricane’s office. All inquiries will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Florida State must be cursed

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Just when college football fans thought there couldn’t possibly be another exciting chapter written in the legendary series between the Hurricanes and Seminoles, some anonymous author goes and writes a whole new novel.

There have been wide rights, wide lefts, and games played in monsoons and the scorching heat, but this time it was different. Call it “Block I” if you want. Last Friday night, all ‘Canes fans had that same sinking feeling in the pit of their stomach that they had two years ago when Xavier Beitia lined up to kick the game winning field goal, but this time the snap was better, he was in the closed end zone and everything pointed to the Seminoles finally breaking the curse.

Wait, who are we kidding here? Sophomore Devin Hester saved Miami’s season by sprinting around the corner and blocking the kick.

On the ensuing drive, Brock Berlin brought us all back to reality as many fans headed to the exits following the interception on a deep ball to Sinorice Moss that, in all fairness, wasn’t anyone that wore green and orange’s fault. Maybe the “Orange Bowl Voodoo” had run dry.

Antrel Rolle, Baraka Atkins, and Kelly Jennings gave Miami one more chance. How could people head for the exits when everyone knows Bobby Bowden is standing on the visitor’s sideline? By the way, Bowden will never beat the Hurricanes again, mark my words.

The final drive was, to say the least, just your usual fourth quarter comeback heroic drive that has happened so many times in the historic confines of the big horseshoe in Little Havana. Berlin had done it against Florida and West Virginia, why not add the Seminoles to the list? Starting at their own twenty, all they had to do was do something they hadn’t done since last January: score a touchdown.

The Hurricanes started with 1:22 left with an incomplete pass to Ryan Moore, who turned himself into a defensive back by swatting the ball away from a guy who had been a pain in Miami’s backside all game long: Antonio Cromartie.

After a 25-yard pass to Roscoe Parrish, there was a flag. Berlin was hit after he threw the ball and didn’t even get knocked down. Nonetheless, add 15 yards to that catch, and all of a sudden Miami is across the 50 yard-line. Starting to see it a little better now? I would love to know what was being said on the Florida State sideline. After two plays, Moss etched himself forever in the memories of ‘Canes fans, just like his brother Santana, as he scampered and juked for a 30-yard touchdown against Cromartie’s replacement. The Orange Bowl was sent into a frenzy, and of course we knew what was coming next. The Hurricanes knew it, the fans knew it, the Seminoles knew it all too well, and of course their fans knew it as they and their band stood as silent as could be.

That’s four miraculous comebacks in two plus years for me. Hopefully our offense can get on the same page as our defense and I won’t have a heart attack before my 21st birthday. To whomever the author is, please, no more novels, just 1-2 pages from now on.

Douglas Kroll can be contacted at d.kroll@umiami.edu.

Yach looks to prove ‘Canes belong in ACC

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After effectively creating a reputation for herself as a leading competitor in the Big East Conference in just two seasons of play, junior forward Lindsey Yach now must tackle the transition of playing in collegiate sports most elite conference-the ACC.

In ACC play Yach will get the opportunity to try to establish her presence as a dominant force against some of the top-ranked universities in the nation, a chance she has been waiting a lifetime to receive.

Since coming to the University of Miami, Yach has become one of the ‘Canes’ premier offensive weapons. As a freshman, Yach started 16 of 19 matches played and placed second on the team in scoring with a total of 23 points-nine goals and five assists. That year, she would also gain honorable recognition as a game-breaker around the league and was named to the All-Big East Rookie Team.

Continuing her success in 2003, Yach was named Offensive MVP with a team-leading total of 21 points-nine goals and three assists. Yach would also score a Miami-best four game-winning goals in one season and was named Big East Offensive Payer of the Week twice, further solidifying herself as an offensive powerhouse on the team.

However, making the adjustment from the Big East to the ACC is no walk in the park, especially with programs like Duke and North Carolina already in the conference. Therefore, the question is, can Yach make the jump into the big leagues?

Yach said she doesn’t have a care in the world as to what team she plays against. She is prepared to take this young group of girls into battle against anyone and dispel any rumors that Miami will end up at the bottom of the ACC.

“I think this year will really be a great season for us,” Yach said. “We have the opportunity to come out this season and play a group of totally new teams, who we’ve really never got to play before, and that’s exciting. It’s the beginning of many new rivalries, and we are ready to show more than a few people that we got what it takes to play in this league.”

“Obviously the competition will be getting a lot tougher this year,” Head Coach Tricia Taliaferro said. “But we are looking forward to growing as a team and continuing to build this program over the next few years.”

The ‘Canes’ next game is scheduled for Friday against North Carolina State at Cobb Stadium at 7 p.m. The University of Miami has rescheduled the game against Florida State to Monday at 7 p.m. at Cobb Stadium.

Michael Holt can be contacted at m.holt1@umiami.edu.

THE MATCHUP

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QUARTERBACK

No Letdown

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The Miami Hurricanes hurdled a major obstacle last week in their come-from-behind victory over Florida State. This week, the ‘Canes will look to avoid a letdown against the undefeated Louisiana Tech Bulldogs.

The key to beating the Bulldogs will be to contain Ryan Moats, the nation’s leading rusher. Moats has 67 carries for 514 yards and four touchdowns in only two games this season.

“They have the leading rusher in the nation, but we will play our defensive scheme and just hope to tackle well,” Head Coach Larry Coker said.

Louisiana Tech’s two victories came against Nevada and La.-Lafayette. If the Hurricanes take the Bulldogs lightly, the latter could sneak up on them.

“We are looking at them as if they are the No. 1 team in the nation so they are going to play us hard, just like everyone else,” safety Brandon Meriweather said.

One of the changes for this game is that Sinorice Moss will get an opportunity to play with the first team. Wide receiver Ryan Moore, who struggled mightily against Florida State, will see time in the Hurricanes rotation but at least for now, seems to have been unseated as the starter.

“We are going to give Sinorice an opportunity to work with the first team,” Coker said. “Sinorice played better on Friday, and he deserves a chance. If you don’t do that, why play better?”

The defense was stingy against Florida State, allowing just 165 yards of total offense. However, Miami struggled offensively, putting zero points on the board until its late fourth quarter rally.

“We knew they would pull through, we practice against them everyday,” Meriweather said. “It was just a matter of time before they delivered.”

Part of the offensive struggles against the Seminoles was inconsistency from the receivers. While Coker hopes Moss will continue his superb play, he wants the offense to tighten up and make more plays.

“We have to be more consistent. That means we can’t drop passes and when we have opportunities to make plays, we have to make them,” Coker said.

Brock Berlin was scrutinized against Florida State for his early struggles, but Coker was quick to point out that all the responsibility on offense does not fall solely on Berlin.

” If Brock throws a perfect pass and the guy drops it, it goes against Brock’s statistics but it’s not his fault,” Coker said. “Guys have to catch passes when they are thrown to them.”

If Miami can avoid a letdown, it should beat the Bulldogs. While the Bulldogs are 2-0, they have beaten two weak opponents and play in the Western Athletic Conference. This game will be the first real test for Tech QB Donald Allen.

“We are going to play our game, it is not about La. Tech, it is about UM,” Meriweather said. “No one can beat us but us.”

Although many think the road is now clear to the national title, the Hurricanes are not looking at it that way. They want to play one game at a time.

“The road to the national title is not clear. We still got La. Tech to play,” Meriweather said. “Right now, that’s the best team in the nation.”

Darren Grossman can be contacted at d.grossman@umiami.edu.

One action speaks louder than candidates’ words

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This week, Ohio State Senator Steve Stivers delivered Bush and Kerry a double-whammy- by serving in Iraq. That’s right. While Bush, Kerry and the ever-so-robotic pundits debate the Presidential candidates’ military records, Mr. Stivers is actually proving a point by leaving his cozy chair at Ohio’s State Capitol and actually heading towards Iraq to direct and guide his National Guard unit.

Now, just to clarify: Mr. Stivers is a Republican. I’m not a registered Democrat, but I’m still very liberal nonetheless. Regardless of what I think of his party’s politics, I give Mr. Stivers a big thumbs up for going right into the crossfire to serve his country. In my opinion, he’d make a much better Republican candidate than Bush…but then again, I’m glad he’s not running for President for that same reason.

Which brings me to my main point: even though Bush and Kerry keep bickering about who went to Vietnam and who skipped out on his National Guard service, there are still many issues that are not being debated – oil dependence, the economy, the fact that the rest of the world hates us, and many other things -that should be set straight. And by straight, I mean “corrected,” not “spun” to appear corrected. And speaking of spin, I have a big, clear message to all the pundits out there that are listening: what either candidate did thirty years ago does not matter! Yes, that’s right, it does not matter! Terrorism matters. The economy matters. Oil dependence matters. Why aren’t the pundits discussing these issues instead?

Because it’s politics, folks (and the pundits, but they’ve always been a lost cause). It won’t change in the near future. But Sen. Stivers’ decision to go to Iraq in these troublesome times earns him my respect, despite his affiliation with the Republican Party, and both candidates should take a cue from him. And by that, I mean not arguing about Vietnam and Purple Hearts, but by taking a more proactive stance, one that’s good for America, and the world: less talk, more action (and I mean beneficial action, which leaves out Bush, but that’s an issue for another day).

Hopefully this will change in time for the election…I doubt it, but in the meantime, I bid Sen. Stivers the best of luck in Iraq, and wish for his safe return.

Jay Rooney can be contacted at j.rooney@umiami.edu.

Will John Kerry please start flexing his muscles?

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But the bad boss come up laughin’ at John Henry.

Said, You full of vinegar now, but you about through!

We gonna get a steam drill to do your share of drivin’,

Then what’s all them muscles gonna do? Huh, John Henry?

Gonna take a little bit of vinegar out of you.

That’s from “The Legend of John Henry’s Hammer.” And it seems to me that John Kerry’s handlers have been listening to a little too much Johnny Cash these days.

Back in the good old days (at least for us democrats) of late ’03 and early ’04, not a day went by without some fiery liberal throwing some pretty big stones at the Bush camp. After all, the Ragin’ Cajun himself, James Carville, acknowledges that a campaign can’t get anywhere by lying on its back. But sometime between the Fall of Dean and the Democratic Convention, it was decided that all Kerry had to do was be Not Bush. His camp decided that the best position to take was a supine one. Nowadays, who even knows if Kerry fought with or against the Viet Cong!

The cautious democrats -the “bad boss” apparently -decided it was too much of a risk and too costly to swing the hammer at Bush. If Kerry is a recipe, it looks like Emeril switched out the cup of vinegar for a couple tablespoons of vanilla. Now this wouldn’t be so upsetting if our candidate was, say, Joe Lieberman. He ain’t got too much to crow about in the first place. But Kerry’s got plenty of muscles; he’s just not doing anything with them.

Say the war in Iraq is wrong. Just say it. A thousand soldiers are dead and trying to defend that silly vote hasn’t got you any new support anyway. Call Bush out for being connected to the Swifties. Not only that, call him a draft dodger! You served and he didn’t. None of this, “I respect any and all military service” crap. You volunteered to go to Vietnam and he didn’t, and somehow your character is being called into question? It’s garbage and you know it.

Now, I know you want to take the high ground. I know you want to try to keep an air of civility in the campaign. But you didn’t talk smack in your convention and Bush did, and guess who got the bounce? Americans don’t want a courteous debate; they want a steel cage death match. And you’ve got the chops – I know it! Next time your handlers tell you to be careful what you say about Bush, take a page from your wife and tell them to shove it.

Patrick Gibbons can be contacted at p.gibbons@umiami.edu.

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