There’s no deep-frying needed with this simple recipe.
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If you’re hungry or thirsty, you won’t be for long in Chicago! This is an incredible foodie town, with world class restaurants and the best bartenders around. Check out these stories and start planning your culinary adventures at these Chicago restaurants and bars.
Bring Greektown to you: Gyros Recipe, including pita bread, meat and tzatziki sauce
Learn how to make gyros from start to finish.
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Get your game on at Bonus Round
For the past two years, one of Chicago’s most innovative and fun destinations has quietly built a loyal following in the East Lakeview neighborhood.
Celebrate National Pizza Day in Roman style at Bonci
Bonci Pizza invited the Local Tourist to stop in and sample their unique Roman-style pizza. Chicago is a pizza-centric city. The endless debate of “deep dish” vs. “thin crust” will likely never be resolved and everyone has an opinion. In advance of February 9 – National Pizza Day – it was a struggle to figure …
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Osteria Trulli: Cuisine of Puglia via Arlington Heights
Experience the cuisine of Puglia at Osteria Trulli in Arlington Heights.
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Boqueria opens in the Fulton Market District
Lively Barcelona-inspired tapas bar serves a menu of Spanish classics
Le Sud adds a new brunch menu
Sample Provençal favorites every Sunday
La Celia Latin Kitchen spices things up in Avondale
Serving up a medley of Latin American flavors
La Celia Latin Kitchen spices things up in AvondaleRead More
Artango now grills up imported Argentine beef
In early 2016, Artango Bar & Steakhouse moved to their current location at 4767 North Lincoln Avenue, in the heart of Lincoln Square, bringing authentic Argentine cuisine, tango dancing, lively late evening milongas, and a peek into the golden age of Buenos Aires to Chicago’s dining scene. I was also honored to be asked to …
Chef Carlos Gaytan returns to Chicago with Tzuco
Tzuco continues his tradition of Mexican-French fusion cuisine
Time Out Market Chicago announces a November 21 opening
An incredible showcase of Chicago’s outstanding restaurant scene
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Evanston’s The Barn Steakhouse adds a special prix fixe menu
Early-bird diners can enjoy three courses for $30
Evanston’s The Barn Steakhouse adds a special prix fixe menuRead More