Chong Ching Soup @ PL8
@pennypollack: Chong ching soup @PL8: The cellophane noodles are fun, the whitefish juicy, & the red chiles provide just enough kick. PL8: 736 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington; 847-382-1988
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Tuna & Avocado Sumiso @ PL8
Avocado & big-eye tuna soak up a kicky sake miso sauce. Good way to start @PL8. PL8: 736 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington; 847-382-1988
Chocolate Banana Wonton @ PL8
The chocolate banana won ton @PL8 is exactly what you think it is—flash-fried crispy won ton with soft-cooked banana inside, a side of vanilla ice cream, and chocolate syrup. There’s nothing not to like. PL8: 736 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington; 847-382-1988
Dish Flash: Ten Questions for Ryan Poli
The Perennial chef (and one of our 2009 Singles) talks about why he’s leaving to become a chef/partner at Tavernita the new restaurant from the partnership behind Mercadito. Plus: the dishes he’s dreaming up, where he wants to be in five years, and more.
Penny Pollack's Last Minute Picks for Valentine's Day
Still looking for that special Chicago restaurant? Here are 12 choices for the 14th, from special Cypriot dishes at Taxim to haute cuisine and views at Sixteen.
Baked Eggplant @ Jolane’s Cafe
They call the baked eggplant @ Jolane’s Cafe an appetizer, but could you really finish this and an entrée? JOLANE’S CAFE: 1100 N Milwaukee, Glenview; 847-375-6986
Chicken Pot Pie @ Jolane's Cafe
Jolane’s Cafe doesn’t try to be retro—it just is. Maybe that’s why the chicken pot pie is so comforting. JOLANE’S CAFE: 1100 N Milwaukee, Glenview; 847-375-6986
Shrimp and Scallops @ Jolane's Cafe
The shrimp and scallops @Jolane’s venture a modern touch—grilled edamame. Great idea. JOLANE’S CAFE: 1100 N Milwaukee, Glenview; 847-375-6986
Vanilla Crème Brûlée @ Prix Fixe
@pennypollack: Loved the vanilla crème brûlée @ Prix Fixe but would kill for more of the brown butter shortbread cookies that came along. PRIX FIXE: 4835 N Western Ave; 773-681-0651
Pasta Carbonara @ Prix Fixe
The pasta carbonara @ Prix Fixe actually tastes green and almost healthy. Must be the parsley pesto. PRIX FIXE: 4835 N Western Ave; 773-681-0651