Ahhhh. Spring has sprung. After packing on the fat all winter, it’s time for something a little lighter. But before you trade in your FryDaddy for a Vitamix juicer, remember it is always better to take baby steps. The Caesar salad is the perfect transition to better eating – fresh but creamy, substantial without being too heavy. But is there a local Caesar really worth hailing? When in Rome, we have an Austin Chronicle Food Fight.

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