CASA CHRISTINE,
145 Spruce St., Providence, 453-6255.A friendly atmosphere and reliably good food have kept this Federal Hill establishment (formerly Christine's Frittata House) popular in its latest incarnation. The bountiful lunch menu includes such interesting combinations as spinach tagliatelle with smoked salmon in a brandy cream sauce ($8.95), as well as Italian deli sandwiches. But the daily board specials showcase chef Bill Calise's impressive talents, such as veal porcini ($11.95) " tender sauteed slices with plenty of robust mushrooms in a port-sweetened cream sauce. Bring your own wine ""the package store is just a block away.
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