There are technically only two weeks left of spring, but since winter was so brutal, a lot of crops are going to be late this year. That means you’ll still be able to find plenty of ramps, favas, spring peas and asparagus, and if you missed seeing green on your plates, there’s one restaurant in … Continued
Most of the city’s Vietnamese restaurants are concentrated around Uptown, with a few exceptions. One of those would be in north west suburban Norridge, near the Harlem Irving Plaza Mall. That’s where I found myself recently, enjoying a lot more than just bowls of pho. Viet Taste 7221 W. Forest Preserve Dr., Norridge 708-452-7655 … Continued
Stephanie Izard is one of the city’s busiest, high-profile chefs. Not only does she oversee several restaurants in Chicago’s West Loop, she’s also an “Iron Chef” on TV and does a lot of charity work. But she recently added a new restaurant to her portfolio – this one more Peruvian inspired – and it’s … Continued
There is a lot of chicken to be found in Chicago these days from Southern fried to Nashville hot and even Korean-inspired. Northwestern University students have been the lucky recipients of a relatively new chicken joint in Evanston where you can try the Korean-inspired sandwiches and wings- or not. 10Q Chicken816 Church St., Evanston 847-859-6100
The flavors of the Philippines are not commonly known in Chicago. Most of the mom-and-pop restaurants are in Niles, Skokie and Morton Grove, but a few recent additions in the city are educating diners with some new menu items – including a brand new spot in Wicker Park. Cebu2211 W. North Ave. 773-799-8650
It’s kind of appropriate Norridge is only about a mile from O’Hare, because this little community on the Northwest Side is a literal United Nations of eating. Sultan Kebab & Bakery 4950 N Cumberland Ave, Norridge, IL 60706 (708) 395-5735
Few restaurants have the wherewithall to start small in the suburbs, only to open a second, much larger act in the city. The team behind Jeong have done just that. Starting off quietly in a Westmont mall which they eventually closed, they have now re-opened along Chicago Avenue in West Town, with an ambitious menu … Continued
The tiny town of Lemont in the southwestern suburbs is a bit sleepy when it comes to bars and restaurants. But there’s a new option downtown specializing in wood-fired pizzas called Wooden Paddle. Best of all, those pizzas are just a portion of the menu, which has a lot more going for it than just … Continued
Chicken shacks are popping up all over town. Places like Roost, Budlong, Fry the Coop and Honey Butter Fried Chicken all make excellent fried baskets and sandwiches, but a new place on the city’s West Side is also stepping into the ring. Chicken Pollo Shack 3944 W. Chicago Ave Chicago, Illinois 60651
The Japanese term “shokunin” refers to a craftsman or artisan; a master of one’s profession. A young woman currently running a new Japanese-themed bar in River West, is a shokunin of sorts. Kumiko630 W. Lake St., Chicago 312-285-2912
With the NBA playoffs starting this weekend, it’s another bitter reminder for Chicago Bulls fans the season is over. But there’s another NBA team just up the road that’s planning on a long post-season. The Milwaukee Bucks have plenty to be excited about: a new arena with a new food service program. It’s so good, … Continued