Dish Flash: Seven Questions for L2O's Matthew Kirkley
L2O’s new executive chef, a 28-year-old veteran of NoMI, One Sixtyblue, and Joël Robuchon at the Mansion talks about seafood, the Michelin Guide, and foie gras in a cook-it-yourself hot pot.
Year: 2011
Carson Pirie Scott’s Fall Trendevous
September 17, 2011–Carson’s showcased must have fashion trends for the fall season in their annual runway fashion show. Attendees viewed fashions from Vince Camuto, Michael Kors & more. Shopping followed, with their exclusive designers, John Bartlett, Victor Alfaro and Andrea Sanderlin.
Chicago Bulls vs. the Chicago School: Michael Jordan, Labor, and the NBA Lockout
When Michael Jordan was a player, he repped as hard as he could for the players union. Now he’s on the other side, and just as tough. Is he a hypocrite? Or just a rational economic actor?
Holiday Decorating Tips
DECK THE HALLS: Traditional holiday decor never goes out of style, but a few chic tweaks can keep things interesting…
Floor & Décor
There’s a new tile superstore in town: Floor & Décor opened its 28th store in the U.S., and the first one in Illinois…
Gelato @ The Purple Pig
Espresso syrup poured over chocolate gelato is a very intense way to get your caffeine fix @ThePigChicago. THE PURPLE PIG: 500 N MICHIGAN; 312-464-1744
Beet Salad @ The Purple Pig
Beets & goat cheese salad. Big deal. Somehow @ThePigChicago, it is a big deal. THE PURPLE PIG: 500 N MICHIGAN; 312-464-1744
Pork Sweetbreads @ The Purple Pig
@pennypollack: First time I’ve seen pork sweetbreads, so I had to try them @ThePigChicago. Wise decision. THE PURPLE PIG: 500 N MICHIGAN; 312-464-1744
Should Penn State Get Rid of Its Football Program in the Wake of the Sandusky Scandal?
The sex-abuse scandal at Penn State has underlined the university’s dependence on college football, both economically and emotionally. Should it end the football program? Seventy years ago, the University of Chicago did, and it succeeded against the presumed odds.
Scrambled Egg @ Moon Palace
I didn’t see scrambled egg w/shrimp & chive on the menu @ Moon Palace, so I asked for it. They should put it on the menu. MOON PALACE: 216 W CERMAK; 312-225-4081