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Bun Cha Hanoi in Glenview

If you’re craving Vietnamese food, you might think you’d have to head to Argyle Street in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood. However, you can also get a bowl at a tiny restaurant in Glenview. Bun Cha Hanoi 1705 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview 847-813-9150

Tasty Thai noodle dishes from Hom Mali

Noodles are one of my favorite things to eat, especially if they’re used in Thai recipes. Fortunately, I found a new Thai restaurant in Old Town where they’re using both rice and egg noodles in two popular dishes. Hom Mali Thai and Sushi 417 W. North Ave. 312-664-3400

Gumbo in Chicago

Fat Tuesday is right around the corner. There are several traditional dishes to eat before Lent, including the paczki, of course, from the Polish community. But in New Orleans, where Mardi Gras is in full-swing, you’re more likely to find bowls of gumbo over the next few days. Nita’s Gumbo 4153 183rd St., Country Club Hills … Continued