Perfect Day for a warm piece of bread . . .

Cold and rainy days are the perfect time for comfort food and Nicolo's Italian Bakery and Deli (www.nicolosbakery.com) is the place to indulge.  I don't remember a family occasion that hasn't included bread from Nick's - we place large orders for Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter and treat ourselves to stuffed spinach bread on football Sundays.  From warm loaves of thick Italian bread to soups full of vegetables, Nicolo's has it all.  I am particularly partial to the small pizzas and to the fresh mozzarella, broccoli rabe and peppers.  Run by the Zecchino family since 1967, the small store is part of so many families' traditions.  Closed on Monday and only open until 1:30 on Sundays, they are worth the trip.  Just another of Montclair's little treasures.