A plain storefront in a Mississippi shopping center does not usually make anyone stop and stare. Then the smell of a wood-fired oven drifts out the door, and suddenly dinner plans change.
Behind that quiet front is a hometown chef who trained in top kitchens across the country and in Italy, and the food has already caught the eye of Michelin inspectors. For families who want a special meal that still feels relaxed, this spot is a happy surprise.
1. A Hometown Chef Comes Back
Chef Chaz Lindsay grew up in Jackson, and for years he carried a dream around with him. He wanted to open his own restaurant someday, right in the city where he learned to love food.
Pulito Osteria is that dream finally made real…