What to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week
The one-day return of Hot Doug’s, cherry brandy, and more to look forward to
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Owen & Engine's Brunch Comes Up Short
Even its typically exemplary burger missed the mark.
Gina Stefani Follows Her “Destiny” and Gets into the Family Business with Mad Social
The daughter of restaurateur Phil Stefani will be doing American fare in the West Loop.
What You Need to Know About the Chicago Dining Scene This Week
Openings Pork and Mindy’s (1623 N. Milwaukee Ave., Bucktown, 773-799-8759), a sandwich joint from Jeff Mauro (a.k.a. the Sandwich King from the Food Network series of the same name), is open with a menu of mostly porky delights that also includes salads, sides, and proprietary sauces. The owners of dearly departed Nuevo Léon wasted very … Read more
Chicken milanese at La Storia
Chicken is my favorite litmus test for just about any kitchen. This juicy pollo Milanese passed with flying colors. La Storia, 1154 N. Dearborn St. 312-915-5950
Naoki Will Do Sushi in a Space Adjacent to Intro
Lettuce Entertain You starts the year with yet another new project.
Buck's Goes For a Boozy Roadhouse Vibe in Wicker Park
The spot formerly known as Carriage House has lots of fried chicken and plenty of beer.
What to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week
Wednesday, January 13 Wind down after work with some wine and paella at Benchmark (1510 N. Wells St., Old Town, 312-649-9640). It’s hosting the seafood crew from Wicker Park’s Wixter Market, who will provide tons of tinned fish and lots of other dishes in addition to paella. Tickets are $35—snag them here. Make yourself familiar … Read more
What to Look For at the New Pork & Mindy’s
A new theater for pig consumption