#131 – Michael’s Red Hots takes fried spuds to another level…

Probably one of my first hot dogs and absolutely my first order of (real) cheddar fries were both enjoyed at Continue reading →

#130 – Philly’s Best. Chicago’s Best.

I suppose it isn’t much of a surprise that a joint named Philly’s Best just might serve up Chicago’s best Continue reading →

#129 – Mars Cheese Castle. What do you mean, JUST grilled cheese?

The grilled cheese sandwich.  Simple, right?  Well, it is.  Buttered bread, cheese, browned and melted usually in a skillet or Continue reading →

#122 – Ricobene’s. A “Sox” Side Tradition.

Everyone has pre baseball game traditions.  Whether you go to Maxwell Street and get a polish or peanuts from the Continue reading →

#110 – Little Goat – Opening Night.

You’d expect there to be some misses, maybe a hiccup or two on the opening night of any restaurant – Continue reading →

#103 – Urban Belly. The Ramen competition heats up in Logan Square.

Chef Bill Kim’s original vision, Urban Belly (3053 N. California Ave.), is a small noodle shop with communal seating that Continue reading →

#102 – Nhu Lan Bakery. The Original Chicago Bahn Mi.

It was only about a week after a very reliable source (D.R.) recommended I go experience the city’s most traditional Continue reading →

A decadent treat for my return to “Sweet” Home Chicago…

Home sweet home.  Great times in Northern California, but i’m glad to be back.  Not home for twenty four hours Continue reading →