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 →

Tweet. A far North side gem that has all the locals chirping.

Jill and I stumbled upon Tweet (5020 N. Sheridan Rd.) by pure luck.  While Jill’s tuxedo for her new gig Continue reading →

Belly Shack. A blue line go-to by a potential Triple Crown chef.

Belly Shack (1912 N. Western Ave.) is chef Bill Kim’s second establishment soon to be joined by Belly Q where Continue reading →

The Village Tavern presents the Ultimate Chicken Finger

The ultimate chicken finger?…I know what you’re all thinking…”How good can a chicken finger be? Honestly?” Chicken, breaded, fried n Continue reading →

Longman & Eagle. I made ’em extra sloppy for ya!

Sloppy Joe’s are one of my all time favorite lunches to have at home. I have no problem making it Continue reading →