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Silk Road, Italian Oven in Midst of Expansion Projects

Sushi bar and hibachis coming to Silk Road; Italian Oven adding a full liquor bar and more.

Two popular eateries— and the —are both nearing the end of expansion projects.

Tom Caste, president of The Royal Mile Company, which owns Caste Village in , said that he expects both projects to completed by early August.

Silk Road is expanding by roughly 1,600 square feet and is adding a sushi bar and three hibachis that will accommodate up to eight patrons each watching chefs prepare food live in front of them.

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The Italian Oven is adding 1,314 square feet to allow for a full liquor bar, additional seating, a fireplace and an expansion of its private party room.

The party room is actually already complete, but the remaining upgrades should be completed by early August.

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The Italian Oven is also getting a new name—GiannaVia's. Italian Oven management is not changing in any way, but owner Tony Machi said that he felt that a new name should accompany a new identity for the expanded restaurant.

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