Martial Noguier on Bistronomic
The star chef realizes his vision of a modern bistro in the former Eve space.
Year: 2011
Budget Beat: Afghan Kabob in Mayfair
This colorfully cozy storefront offers everything from vegetarian stews and dainty grilled lamb chops to a slew of kebabs.
GT Fish & Oyster to Open in Old Tizi Melloul Space
GT FISH & OYSTER: The corner of Wells Street and Grand Avenue is about to be knee-deep in bivalves
Photos: Chicagoans of the Year 2010
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Scott Walker's America
Big news out of Wisconsin as the legislature prepares to ditch the budget repair bill and go straight to the collective bargaining at the heart of the past month’s controversy. But Scott Walker isn’t the only governor taking huge political risks–new Republican leaders in Florida and Pennsylvania are pushing dramatic budget cuts. Meanwhile, things are quiet in Illinois… too quiet?
Eric Aubriot Opens Lure in Chinatown
Have Knives, Will Travel
The Zelig of the Chicago restaurant scene, Eric Aubriot has reappeared at Lure Izakaya Pub…
Luncheon Honors 2010 Chicagoans of the Year
IN THE HEAT OF THE AFTERNOON: Six warm speeches by Chicagoans of the Year defrost crowd’s winter woes
L.K. Bennett to Open First U.S. Store in the 900 North Michigan Shops
SHOPPER: Although the brand is not well known in the United States, it has set a standard across the pond with its tailored and modern women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories.
Pat Quinn Abolishes Illinois Death Penalty
The governor ended an eight-year moratorium on the death penalty in Illinois, signing a bill sponsored by Karen Yarbrough (D-Maywood). Compelling arguments for capital punishment remain, but they can’t outweigh the state’s shameful record.
A Singular Task
Don’t-miss picks for this week: Nominate someone for our 2011 singles crew … hear Chicago’s answer to Vampire Weekend … see Cleopatra in her nearly native habitat … plus, what the Music Box’s house organist is doing this weekend