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April 2008 - Posts
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ZED 451 photo: Steven Johnson The third location of ZED 451 , the upscale all-you-can-eat Eclectic, also happens to be the mini-chain's flagship; designed by Chris Smith ( Buddakan in NYC and Philly), this River North stunner (also a remodeled Sal Read More...
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Our wine was a year older when it finally arrived at the table. Read More...
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By Troy Segal, ZAGAT.com staff editor Seeking something stronger than sake, but subtler than scotch? Try a sip of shochu. Shochu Lynne Wallack and John Handler, owners of Chicago’s popular Deleece , were ready to launch a second restaurant. Rather Read More...
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Shochu photo: Steven Johnson From the owners of Deleece comes Shochu , an American take on a Japanese izakaya in Lakeview featuring moderately priced Eclectic small plates (including sushi and yakitori) to pair with the namesake spirit (mixed in various Read More...
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Besides the cockroach crawling up the wall, it was ok. Read More...
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Stretch Run has a casual dining area downstairs and betting "cubicles" upstairs. photo: Steven Johnson If there were an event perfectly suited to Stretch Run , the recently opened River North sports bar and OTB hall, it would have to be horse Read More...
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Miss Asia photo: www.stevenjohnsonphotography.com A culinary wanderlust drives Miss Asia , a Lakeview Pan-Asian whose menu travels extensively through Thailand and touches on the Pacific Rim and elsewhere; the casual-chic neighborhood setting has a serene Read More...
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Big Jones photo: www.stevenjohnsonphotography.com Those jonesing for comfort food coastal Southern–style can dig in at Big Jones , a midpriced Andersonville arrival whose menu sails from New Orleans to the Carolina Low Country and beyond, with dishes Read More...
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photo: Peter Dutton Mother's Day is all about pampering the moms in your life. And that usually involves showering them with gifts, affection and – most definitely – feeding them. Moms love that. Here's what some Chicago area restaurants Read More...
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I was told by the waiter that I have the wrong palate. Read More...
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After being chosen as one of Food & Wine 's Best New Chefs 2008 and guest-judging a Top Chef "quickfire challenge," Avec 's Koren (pronounced Kah-ren) Grieveson is quickly becoming a nationally known figure. The Buzz caught up with Read More...
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– Planning to feed the Pope is no small order. [ NYDN ] – Why the food press doesn't like to talk about prices. [ Slate ] – The things you eat say a lot about how you'll vote. [ NYT ] – For the love of eating on Western Read More...
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Got L.20 on the brain? Get a reservation. This morning on his blog, chef Laurent Gras gave word that his upscale seafood spot will debut on Wednesday, May 14th, and that the rezzy lines are open (2300 N. Lincoln Park West; 773-868-0002; www.l2orestaurant.com Read More...
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April 15th doesn't have to be all bad news. Celebrate tax day with specials around town set to provide relief. At Pops for Champagne , $10.40 deals include bar plates prepared by new executive chef Andrew Brochu (ex Alinea ), glasses of premium bubbly Read More...
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photo: RaeA At Passover seders from April 19th–27th, many who don't keep kosher will drink kosher wine in honor of the holiday. While Manischewitz (which is made with Concord grapes and, to compensate for the grape’s acidic taste, lots Read More...
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Purgatory Pizza photo: Steven Johnson At Purgatory Pizza in Wrigleyville, pies come in two versions – St. Louis cracker crust (with Pabst Blue Ribbon in the dough) or rustic hand-tossed; each has six cheeses and a choice of toppings including offbeat Read More...
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Park 52 photo: Steven Johnson Park 52 , the long-awaited Hyde Park grill from restaurateur Jerry Kleiner ( Room 21 , Red Light ), combines his notoriously flamboyant decor – wildly colorful walls, polka-dot chairs, glitzy photography, palm trees Read More...
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Like eating in an NYC subway station, only nicer. Read More...
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photo: www.nasa.gov With Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22nd, restaurants are finding a mix of eco-friendly ways to honor the planet. On that night, Cafe Matou will offer a special à la carte menu that features organic, free-range, local and seasonal Read More...
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Carlos' photo: courtesy of Carlos' For those looking to celebrate Passover outside the home, here are two options during the eight days that run from the sundown on April 19th through nightfall Sunday, April 27th. Carlos' honors Passover with Read More...
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In honor of the Macy's Flower Show in NYC, Macy’s Cellar Bar and Grill is serving a Flower Show Salad. photo: Patina Restaurant Group Just in time for spring, edible flowers are sprouting up in restaurants all over the country. You'll find Read More...
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Gaetano's photo: www.stevenjohnsonphotography.com Chef-owner Gaetano Di Benedetto goes back to the future at Gaetano's , his eponymous Forest Park eatery where the intimate atmosphere channels a pre-expansion La Piazza (his popular former kitchen, Read More...
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The Fifty/50 photo: www.stevenjohnsonphotography.com Joe’s Seafood veterans sired The Fifty/50 , an upscale Wicker Park sports bar complete with sports-figure investors and memorabilia, serving Traditional American comfort food and beer-based cocktails Read More...
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Service exists in two modes: know it all and not at all. Read More...
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Photo: Mucca Design View Slideshow Do you have a favorite restaurant logo? Or one you can't stand? Let us know on the Zagat Discussion boards! Earlier this week, the Buzz took a look at the process that goes into branding a restaurant by focusing Read More...
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sola photo: courtesy of sola On Thursday, May 1st, sola chef-owner Carol Wallack previews the five-course dinner she'll be cooking at New York's James Beard House on Tuesday, May 6th. Highlights include Vietnamese-style pho with oxtail dumpling, Read More...
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– Chicago is well placed to enjoy oysters from both coasts. [ Tribune ] – Meals that cost only $5. 'Nuff said. [ Tribune ] – Is it ok to linger at your table after your meal is up? [ The Stew ] – Toque Ryan Poli (ex Butter) Read More...
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By Garth Johnston, ZAGAT.com staff writer Learn how Louise Fili creates a restaurant's brand from the logo to the bill. Graphic designer Louise Fili helps restaurants refine their identities through typography. Photo: Henry Leutwyler, courtesy of Read More...
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