[BernieM]

Reprinted from "Bernie's Litterbox"

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10:02 a.m.

Given recent trouble with heavier lunch items, most believe that Shaw will go with lite fare today. The cobb salad, ceasar salad and steamed veggie platter are all reported to be in the running.

--B

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10:32 a.m

Early reports have the cobb salad as the frontrunner, though there are concerns that it might not be available at lunchtime.

--B

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10:40

In a surprising turn of events, the lasagna has emerged as a contender. While it clearly is not "lite fare," there seems to be a real plan to get some quality lite side dishes with the lasagna if it is the choice.

--B

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11:03

A mystery menu item is now apparently being considered. My guess is that it might be the turkey club.

--B

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11:14

National reports that Shaw is considering the chicken soft tacos are entirely inaccuarate. They are not even on the list of potential choices.

--B

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11:17

The shrimp scampi, originally thought to be unavailable, are now apparently being considered.

--B

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11:38

I'm on the phone with a source in the kitchen who may have some breaking news. I'll get back to you soon on this.

--B

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11:42

The shrimp scampi has been withdrawn from consideration. It turns out that they are not available at this time.

--B

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John Hadley has reported that John Shaw may have, in fact, brought a brown bag lunch. While Hadley is a dear friend, I think he's off the mark on this one.

--B

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There is now word that Shaw might be going with the grilled salmon plate. Let me know if anyone else reports this. I don't want anyone poaching my scoop.

--B

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I'll have more on this emerging story soon.

--B