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Can’t wait to come back.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Jan 21, 2026","name":"Chung N","text":"Apprentice Cafe: a little taste of Italy in Ramsay. They serve some amazing sandwiches!! The owner, a former cook in Italy, makes everything from scratch, including the fluffy focaccia 🤤, desserts, and even the ice cream. This dedication to homemade quality really shines through. 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