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Don Wilno is a longtime Shore area food columnist. Traversing local eateries and watering holes is his specialty.
Applebee’s of Wall wants me – and you -- to eat healthier. Can you imagine me changing my ways and counting calories?  That would be a lifestyle change of dramatic proportions, don’t you think? Don’t laugh, please. Seriously, though, Applebee’s, 2007 Route 35 South (732-280-3676), has introduced a new, special menu called, “Great Tasting under 550 calories.” Less than 550 calories? Teddy M., my dining partner on this night, reminded me that in years past, 550 calories might have covered the first couple of favorite brews we often enjoyed before we even thought about looking at a menu. As we …

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