CANTINA 1910

When CANTINA 1910 opened its doors not so long ago, there was immediate buzz about the space, food and concept. Having finally made my way over to check it out this past weekend, it’s easy to understand why. Cantina 1910 is doing something really great up in Andersonville, and it should be on the list […]

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BANG CHOP THAI KITCHEN

When you hear that the owners of SAIGON SISTERS are opening up a new restaurant, you know it’s going to be authentic and delicious. Owners, Mary Nguyen Aregoni and Theresa Nguyen, along with their mother, Mama Suu, successfully run Saigon Sisters (3 locations!), and are now opening up a new restaurant just steps away. The Nguyen […]

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ALOHA HOUR

What’s better than happy hour on a cold, gloomy November day in Chicago? Happy hour at Roy’s Chicago, with it’s Hawaiian vibe, tropical cocktails and fusion food! ALOHA HOUR is from 4:30-7pm (AND from 9pm-close!) and has it’s own menu, featuring select cocktails and appetizers. We’re not talking watered down drinks or tiny bites either. […]

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KURAH MEDITERRANEAN TAPAS

KURAH is one of the South Loop’s gems and lucky for me, it’s two blocks from my apartment. It’s a full service Mediterranean restaurant serving traditional yet upscale dishes in a seriously charming space. Now before I get to our meal, let’s talk about Kurah a bit. This is the second consecutive year that Kurah […]

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LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA

Whether you’re from Chicago or not, if you’re a pizza lover, you can’t deny the deep dish pizza as one of the best. When I want a hearty, extra cheesy slice that I can eat with a knife and fork, my preference is LOU MALNATI’S. Lou Malnati’s has been around since 1971, with its first […]

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