Grocery to open in '99 in old Pikes Theater

DiPasquale's Market Place, the new art deco Italian grocery and 80-seat deli in the old Pikes Theater in Pikesville, is now scheduled to open in early '99. Look for lots of produce, prepared foods and a separate area for demonstrations by local chefs and food specialists.

Summer side dish: a medley of veggies

Make the most of late- summer produce with this easy side dish. Serve it with cold chicken or hamburgers for a complete meal.

Summer Medley

Serves 4

1 tablespoon butter

1 green pepper, cut into thin strips

1 green onion, chopped

2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped

12 okra (can use frozen), sliced into chunks

corn cut from 3 ears

salt, pepper to taste

In a heavy skillet over low heat, melt the butter and saute green pepper and onion slowly until soft. Add tomatoes and okra. Cover and cook slowly until okra is tender-crisp. Add corn, cover and cook 3 more minutes. Season to taste.

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Pub Date: 8/26/98