Middle Eastern Food I love Middle Eastern food, and one of my favorite Chicago discoveries is Kabul House, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant. An Afghan kabob house, it draws on the cuisines of India, Persia, the Mediterranean and China. Afghan Restaurants Afghanistan is located in Central Asia, between the Indian Subcontinent, Iran and the former Soviet…
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Where to Find the Best Upscale Diner on Chicago’s North Shore
Evanston, IL is a college town just north of Chicago. The diverse community and proximity to the city have made the town a foodie destination. Nevertheless The Lucky Platter is local institution, an upscale diner open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Where to Eat in the Other Portland
Portland, Maine is a great food city. Portland is a fun and walk-able. The town has cute shops, museums and historic sites. There are also bikes to rent, whale watching cruises and ferries to neighboring islands.
Possibly One of the Best Chicago Mexican Restaurants
There’s no shortage of good Mexican restaurants in Chicago. However with Cinco de Mayo around the corner, I have plans to go out for my favorite Mexican dish: mole. One place I return to for this treat, is Ixcateco Grill in Chicago’s Albany Park.
Why You Need to Try Chicago’s Amazing Mango Pickle
Mango Pickle, 5842 N. Broadway St., in the nearby Edgewater neighborhood is my new India favorite restaurant. Featuring farm-to-table dining and craft cocktails, it is an innovative modern bistro. The restaurant offers a small selection of Western Indian dishes, traditional favorites and Indian inspired recipes.
Make Time for Bold Authentic Modern Flavors at Evanston’s Na Korn
Na Korn, a new Thai restaurant in Evanston offers beautiful and authentic interpretations of traditional recipes. Truly a departure from traditional ethnic restaurants, Na Korn’s difference is evident immediately. From it’s high-tech website to it’s house-crafted cocktails Na Korn strives to create an experience, a mini-vacation that is always available.
How to Find Fun in Portland,OR
Although Chicago is lovely in the summer, I love to travel. Romantic weekends, visits to friends’ houses and family vacations all appeal to me. Late summer is a great time for a family vacation; most camps and classes have come to an end. Traveling with a teenager is most enjoyable when there is a balance…
How to Make a Light Meal Taste Hearty
Having the flu put a crimp in my plans for a healthy start to the year. I had plenty of chicken soup, but also little energy. Unfortunately I attempted to overcome my frustration by eating leftover holiday candy. Winter Comfort Food Now that I’m feeling better I’m ready to shed a few pounds, but…
Winter in Quebec
Quebec embraces winter; evidence of it abounds even in at the height of summer. It was obvious from the stylish practicality of the apparel, to the restaurants devoted to soup or poutine. My favorite purchase emblematic of this unique spirit was a pair of weatherproof desert boots, colorfully covered in plastic beads from Neon in…