Author: Elanor Bock


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What to Drink at Rick Bayless’ Agave Speakeasy Bar Sótano

In a city that loves speakeasies, Bar Sótano stands out. Opened in 2018 by culinary icon Rick Bayless with his daughter…

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How to Get Into Trivoli Tavern (and Have the Best Time There)

Some restaurants captivate you even before you even walk in, and Trivoli Tavern more than fits the bill. Nestled at…

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The Ultimate Resy Guide to Chicago Brunch

When the weekend can’t come soon enough, and Saturday feels a million years away, a brunch gameplan can be the…

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The Chicago Restaurants For a Celebration Dinner

It’s time to go out with our nearest and dearest, and raise a glass to that special occasion or even…

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At Cebu in Chicago, It’s Always a Filipino Family Affair

When Cebu opened in Wicker Park in 2019, it promised a laid-back spot to celebrate the flavors of regional Filipino…

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The Resy Guide to Autumn in Chicago

As summer winds down, Chicago’s culinary scene revs up, with an abundance of dining experiences that are perfect for the…

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Forbidden Root Brewery Makes Chicago’s Most Creative Beers. Here’s How — and Why.

At Forbidden Root, there’s an undeniable reverence for beer. At every step — from sourcing and combining botanic ingredients to…

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How to Get Into Armitage Alehouse, Lincoln Park’s Poshest Pub

Lincoln Park’s Armitage Alehouse has one of the headiest vibes in a town full of heady vibes, nailing the sweet…

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Bar Roma’s Julia Zhu Opened Her First Restaurant at 60. And She’s Just Getting Started

Sometimes while pursuing one dream, other dreams emerge, creating a circuitous road to success that you never saw coming. That…

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Bar Goa’s Twists on Indian Coastal Cuisine, In Five Dishes

Opened in 2021 by husband and wife duo Manish and Rina Mallick, Bar Goa is an Indian gastropub that brings…

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