Photos from the grand opening

Escape From New York Pizza

Sharon (glamorous paramour of Polkacide clarinetist Niel Basa) pounds the latex bratwurst with a hammer to make it fit in the display case.  Where's Freud when you need him?

Polka Casserole bass player David Golia takes a moment to  admire the exhibits before the throngs of eager polka fans arrive.

Polka Casserole steel guitarist David Phillips chats with polka veteran Clyde Forsman

Restaurateur Joe Goldmark and Escape From New York manager Suzanne prepare to slice the one-of-a-kind bratwurst pizza.

Maggie, Tom Torriglia (The Squeegees), and Big Lou compare Weltmeisters.

David Golia greets local paparazzi James Sullivan

Curator Big Lou admires her handiwork