Chicago Landmark The Brauhaus Closing Monday – Go While You Can!

The Chicago Brauhaus will have its last day this Sunday December 10th. A Lincoln Square institution for over 50 years and one last German restaurants in the area – it will be greatly missed. I am re-posting my story from 2011 along with new photos. Auf Wiedersehen! Well, according to Andre Knowlton of Bon Appetit it […]

Katsu Closing After 29 Years | Rodgers Park, Chicago

Re-posting my Katsu review from a few years ago. The restaurant will be closing in November after 29 years in service. Get there while you still have a chance to eat this Chicago institution. Katsu is refreshingly not trendy (untrendy?). From the traditional Japanese menu to the minimal decor to the actual location. Chef-owner Katsu […]

Come For The View – Shore Club On Lake Michigan

A few weeks ago while jogging I noticed a new restaurant on Lake Shore path and promptly looked it up. Having “world class food, great service and entertainment,” the Shore Club sounded like a new concept for lake side dining. I was excited for a restaurant on the lake to focus on food and cocktails. […]

Sunday Dinner at Bon Appétit’s Best New Restuarant – Mi Tocaya in Logan Square

Mi Tocaya is a cozy corner neighborhood restaurant with genuinely friendly service, decorated in colorful tile with new takes on classic Mexican dishes from around the country. Family. Friends. Food. is their motto and it does feel like you are going to your friend’s house for dinner and drinks that happens to be an extraordinary […]

Classic Peruvian Ceviche – Via Lima, Chicago

Marinated fish with lime, choclo, sweet potato, leche de tigre, and peruvian peppers from the new Peruvian restaurant Via Lima in Chicago.

Cheers To The Weekend!

Wood in East Lake View not only has delicious seasonal dishes but a great cocktail menu. Including a summer favorite: Flip Flops & Tank Tops – Citadelle gin, vida mezcal, watermelon, lemon, and mint

Spanish Octopus at Wood | Chicago, IL

Spanish Octopus with green garlic emulsion, bok choy, and savory puffed grains on the summer menu at Wood in Lake View, Chicago. Almost too pretty to eat.

Tasty Bruschetta at The Dawson – Chicago

Spring take on bruschetta with English peas & ricotta, crispy prosciutto and pickled vegetables. Best paired with rosé and the patio in the sun.

Limoncello Cupcake from Swirlz Cupcakes | Chicago

Spongy cupcake with a bit of sweet and tangy lemon curd mixed with vodka and a refreshing lemon zest frosting make this mini cupcake the perfect light and elegant midweek snack.

Here’s Your Lunch Deal of the Week – Cherry Circle Room | The Loop, Chicago

Step back in time to a private old school club with rich leather booths, wood paneling, and an air of exclusivity at the Cherry Circle Room in the renovated Chicago Athletic Club Association Hotel. Pickelhaube helmets, framed crest banners and rabbits with swords and shields on the dinnerware lend an air of military/secret society mystery. […]