Look! A Food Truck: Pizza Truck NYC

I saw this truck in Union Square in the exact spot where the mobile outfit of East Village classic pizzeria Vinny Vincenz regularly parks its pizza truck. This new truck bears more than a striking resemblance to the old one. My sources reveal that this is actually the new Vinny Vincenz truck. So, that's that.

My sources also reveal that while the pies are not baked fresh in the truck, the pre-made crusts (in the bag, above) are in fact baked just a few short blocks away at the brick and mortar location, and then topped and freshened up in the truck its self. I didn't try a slice, but I think it's probably a safe bet - I can't think of a more archtypal "solid NY slice" than the ones that Vinny Vincenz churns out, and the mobile operation sounds legit.

Popular in Soho: Italian Restaurants with Blue Awnings and Al Fresco Dining

Italian restaurants with blue awnings and al fresco dining must be all the rage right now in Soho. How else to explain the fact that on a recent Wednesday afternoon, two such restaurants were open and doing steady business? First, there’s Mezzogiorno. According to their website, “Executive Chef Alessandro Gargani serves a seasonal menu of both classic and innovative dishes.” Specialties include Il "Classico" Vitello Tonnato ($22).

Next up: Savore. Their menu offers “Renaissance era Italian cuisine, and a superb wine list with over 220 labels.” Specialties include Tuscan treats like Manzo Beef Medallions with Porcini Sauce, Potato, String Beans and Spinach ($29).

Who can say if others will follow in their footsteps and open similar Italian restaurants with blue awnings and al fresco dining in Soho. But for now, the corner of Sullivan and Spring Street has two Italian restaurants with blue awnings and al fresco dining.