IMPERIAL LAMIAN: A SNEAK PEEK

February 28, 2016.Reading time 6 minutes.

I had been watching the construction on the corner of State & Hubbard for months, while also reading up on the restaurant that now exists on the corner: IMPERIAL LAMIAN. Yes, the Indonesia-based Imperial Group decided to bring their authentic Chinese dishes to Chicago by means of the gorgeous restaurant, Imperial Lamian. Not only will you […]

JAMAICAN STAYCATION

January 29, 2016.Reading time 9 minutes.

The temperatures are anywhere from 5F to 35F these days, dusted with snow or a touch of blistery cold winds. Sounds lovely, right? Winters in Chicago can really take a toll on your good spirits, and while it’s easy to just hibernate {read: chibernate} until the Spring, why not get creative and do something fun […]

ALOHA HOUR

November 12, 2015.Reading time 2 minutes.

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. […]

LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA

October 12, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

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 […]

PATZ & HALL WINE DINNER

August 25, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

On Friday evening, the sister and I joined a group of about 25 people for a lovely wine dinner at ROY’S CHICAGO. PATZ & HALL wines were perfectly paired with dishes created by Chef Matthew Goodman. It was open seating, so we chose two seats on one of the table, across from 3 older ladies […]

CRAVING CHICAGO

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