Muskie’s. Not all chedda’ is created equal. Don’t ya know?

Muskie’s (2878 N. Lincoln Ave.) is one of the (sadly) few hot dog stands around Chicago that serves REAL cheddar cheese Continue reading →

Sun Wah Chinese BBQ. Escofier has got nuthin’ on this duck.

Sun Wah BBQ (5039 N. Broadway) is special.  They’ve been in business for a few decades and do a lot Continue reading →

Mitsuwa Market. One of the most incredible and unique grocery stores in Chicago.

To be blunt, there is absolutely nowhere I have been to that transports you to another country, another culture, really another Continue reading →

Village Tavern in Schaumburg. The revisit.

After an overwhelming response to my original post on the Village Tavern out West, I decided to take some peeps’ Continue reading →

Half Italian Grocer and Deli. Making simple sammies just the way we like em.

Jill and I noticed this new grocer deli open up next to our usual Chase Bank a few weeks ago. Continue reading →

Jane’s Restaurant. “Community comfort food” in the corner of Bucktown.

On a gorgeous summer eve after a fun day downtown, Jill and I wandered over to Jane’s Restaurant (1653 W Continue reading →

Bari & D’Amato’s. Hungry Hungry Hinden goes on a picnic…

Tis the season for al fresco dining, BBQ, grilling and picnics…and Hungry Hungry Hinden loves a nice picnic with his Continue reading →

Mercadito. A notch above your typical taco.

Jill and I were hungry and it was late.  We were on our way to our usual Chinatown spot when Continue reading →