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The Secret to Great Sushi [2008-07-21]
By: Kira Coplin & Kara Kulhanek
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No longer a unique treat, sushi can be found everywhere – just peruse the aisles of your neighborhood grocery store. In fact, the word ‘sushi’ refers to the simple preparation of using wasabi, seaweed and seasoned/vinegar rice. "Before it was a trend, it was an art." ...more>> |
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Offbeat pizza new trend for city known for deep dish [2008-07-21]
By: Audarshia Townsend
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How deep is your love . . . for pizza? After years of being typecast as the deep-dish pizza city, Chicago is finally getting a new starring role. Unique, thin-crust pizzas are in, and even the most hardcore, traditional pizza lover is warming up to the new slices. Offbeat, yet still budget friendly, these pizzas are also served up in lively, fun and sometimes trendy places. ...more>> |
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Dear Visitor, Dining out in the Windy City [2008-10-07]
By: John Meyer, President Illinois Restaurant Association
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Welcome to Chicago - we hope you’re hungry! Chicago has long been so many things to so many people....more>> |
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Northern Exposure: Cool Climate Wines Back in Spotlight [2008-07-21]
By: Alan J. Shannon
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When we picture vineyards, our minds typically conjure up Mediterranean vistas replete with sun-kissed slopes, maybe the sea, and perhaps even the spiky top of a palm tree or two rising in the distance. The fact is that some of the most famous wine-producing regions in the world are not situated along the steep hillsides of Tuscany or nestled into the chalky soil of Provence. ...more>> |
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Recession-proof Restaurants [2008-10-07]
By: Leah A. Zeldes
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They tell us we're in a recession. Gas prices are up. House-sale prices are down. Layoffs loom. Scary as that sounds, though, if you're eyeing your bank balance with a view toward scaling back on expenses, look for other cuts rather than your food budget.
After all, you've got to keep your strength up. And your morale. Do your part for the economy and go out to eat.
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Six Sensational Soups [2008-10-06]
By: Leah A. Zeldes
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Winter's coming. Take comfort in delicious, hot soup. Here are some beautiful bowlfuls worth putting on your mittens and boots to go out for....more>> |
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Smoke ’em if you got ’em [2008-11-02]
By: Leah A. Zeldes
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Newcomers challenge old-line BBQ: At long last, Chicago’s barbecue scene is changing. ...more>> |
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The sweet story of the rebirth of the American cheese industry [2008-10-24]
By: Alan J. Shannon
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In the past decade or so our country’s consumption of specialty cheeses has soared. ...more>> |
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Entertaining Eats [2008-07-21]
By: Kira Coplin
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There’s nothing like dinner and a show – especially in Chicago. Whether you’re on a date with your sweetie or showing off our beautiful Windy City to out of town guests, the theater district has got you covered. So grab some tickets to the show and get ready for a thoroughly entertaining experience. ...more>> |
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Holiday Tipping and Gifting [2008-09-07]
By: Gloria Petersen
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Tipping is not an accepted practice in all countries. Therefore, those visiting or new to the United States, especially during the holidays, might be confused by our custom. For us, tipping is a part of doing business and showing appreciation. WWW.ChicagoRestaurant.com Features information on “Chicago Restaurants” “Best Chicago Restaurants” “Dining in Chicago” “Food and Chef info in Chicago”
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The David Leonardis Report #4 [2008-11-06]
By: David Leonardis
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Hi Folks, Seems like it was only a few weeks ago and the whole town was waiting for a sure thing. The CUBS in the World Series. Well the other night some other team won that honor. If you recall my last column I said I wasn't going to even mention the now winners of the series and true to my word I'm not going to. Which brings us to the next thing the whole town is assuming will be a sure thing. Barack Obama will win the United States Presidency. I'm going to go out on a limb again and say that is one assumption that will actually come true. I did my part and voted in Georgia. Maybe my vote will swing a once Red State into the direction this Country desperately needs. A Democratic Ideology. Some people shy away from Politics in public but a new dialogue is needed in my opinion....more>> |
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A Brunch for all Tastes [2008-07-21]
By: Audarshia Townsend
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Why are Chicagoans so fond of brunch?
Let’s face it: It’s a chance to eat at the higher-end eateries for a significantly lower price. Or does it just feel cool to eat at a leisurely pace on a lazy Sunday afternoon?
Whatever the case, brunch time draws the long lines of just about everyone imaginable, from the hungry hipsters to the starving suburbanites. Hey, everyone’s got to eat, so we’ve rounded up some of our favorite places for buffets, a la carte, expensive, cheap, fancy, chilled-out, meat heavy, veggie and just all-around cool.
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A Brewmaster’s Guide to Beer Pairing [2008-09-11]
By: George Reisch
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The concept of beer and food pairings may be relatively new
to some, but for others like myself, entertaining groups of
family and friends with beer isn’t just a way of life — it’s a
passion. |Talian|...more>> |
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Gold Coast’s newest addition, MORE, tempts guests [2008-09-12]
By: Kurman Communications, Inc.
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Gold Coast’s newest addition, MORE, tempts guests
to indulge in cupcakes Gourmet cupcake boutique opens at One East Delaware Place...more>> |
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Angelina Ristorante Celebrates 20 Years in Chicago [2008-10-07]
By: Angelina Ristorante
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Sunday, November 9 through Thursday, November 13
11/9-11/13:
$19.88 Three Course Prix-Fixe Menu featuring items from Angelina's opening menu in 1988. The current menu by Chef fred Ramos will also be available.
11/9:
Celebrate twenty years of Italian cuisine with half-price bottles of wine.
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