Poag Mahone’s Crosstown Classic Chowdown Burgers [Video]

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BY MARIS CALLAHAN National Burger Month might be drawing to a close, but Poag Mahone's has a better reason to chow down. On Monday, the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox will face off for a three-game series known as the Crosstown Classic … [Read more...]

Fish Tacos at GT Fish & Oyster

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BY MARIS CALLAHAN It's hard to go wrong at GT Fish & Oyster in River North. Actually, it's hard to go wrong at any of the Boka Restaurant Group's properties, but it remains particularly true when Michelin-starred chef Giuseppe Tentori is at … [Read more...]

Marinated Sirloin Bruschetta at Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse

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BY MARIS CALLAHAN When I say bruschetta, you think about chopped fresh tomatoes with garlic, basil, olive oil and vinegar, served atop toasted Italian bread. When I say beef bruschetta, you should think about the bruschetta of marinated … [Read more...]

Barely Refined: Honey Thyme Pie with Strawberries from Bang Bang Pie Shop

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BY RACHEL DICKENS This post is part of our Barely Refined series that gives readers a weekly dose of all things decadent and indulgent. When I hear the word "endearing," a few things come to mind – the ornate, handmade cards my elementary … [Read more...]

Meals for a New Mom: Moment for Mom Meal Delivery Service

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BY RACHEL WIND There comes a time in every new parent’s life where he or she realizes that they can no longer subsist solely on granola bars and string cheese.   When this day comes, we all should be so lucky as to have the website Moment for … [Read more...]

Roast Beef Burner Burger at Rockit Burger Bar

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BY: VIVIAN DOAN May is National Burger Month and we all know that Chicago restaurants offer some amazing burgers, from Kuma’s Corner, Bavette’s Bar & Beouf, and Butcher & The Burger to name a few. This year, just for the month of … [Read more...]

Top Restaurants For Graduation Dinners in Chicago

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BY SARAH AMUNDSEN If you're a senior in college, it's the most wonderful time of year: graduation season. It's time for overemotional parents, job offers and grad school acceptances. Even though my impending graduation from Loyola University means … [Read more...]

Jessica Murnane of One Part Plant Says “Eat Your Greens”

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BY CAREN LEONARD The weather in Chicago is heating up and with that comes beautiful days spent at Chicago's many farmer’s markets. After several months of hearty winter foods, Chicagoans can look to plant-based nutritionist Jessica Murnane’s … [Read more...]

Barely Refined: Caliente Margarita at Takito Kitchen

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BY RACHEL DICKENS This post is part of our Barely Refined series that gives readers a weekly dose of all things decadent and indulgent. Until (semi) recently, I was an absurdly picky eater. Before I continue, let's just all breathe a side of … [Read more...]

Fourth Annual Chicago Bake Sale for No Kid Hungry with Bloggers and Media Friends

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BY MARIS CALLAHAN The only thing better than spending a Saturday afternoon surrounded by brownies is spending a Saturday afternoon surrounded by brownies for a good cause. Join us on Saturday, May 11th from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 900 North … [Read more...]