Glorioso's Italian Market

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"Glorioso’s is a microcosm of the evolution of Brady Street and the East Side Italian community. The grocery store, which opened in 1946, felt like a hangout in The Sopranos for much of its life, until it moved across the street in 2011 to a space as bright and sprawling as a Whole Foods. Despite the shift in scene, you’re still properly covered for Italian specialties — guanciale, pecorino, giardiniera, endless olives — and sandwiches for the ride home. Try the Italian beef, muffuletta, or the Human Torch, a ferocious battering ram of calabrese salami, capocollo, provolone, and hot pepper spread. Know before you go: A muffuletta is even better after spending a night in the fridge — allowing the bread to sponge up the olive salad." - Todd Lazarski