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John Kessler

Spacca Napoli Pizzeria
By John Kessler
Why We Love Claypot’s Korean Soups
By John Kessler
The go-to order is the ox bone soup, which arrives bubbling hot in a black ttukbaegi pot. Read more
The Beauty of Wander-in Dining
By John Kessler
Armitage Avenue in Logan Square is the city’s best stretch for strolling to find dinner. Read more
Finding Magic in the Middle
By John Kessler
Spots across the city are offering more affordable craft cocktails, sushi omakase, and tasting menus. Read more
Ox Bar Showcases the Midwest’s Best Fare
By John Kessler
John Asbaty cooks with the best of the region, though the front of house is still finding its footing. Read more
We’re Obsessed With Matilda’s Paella
By John Kessler
A generous platter of creamy rice — richly seasoned with Peruvian salsa madre — is filled with chunks of juicy mahi mahi, octopus, shrimp, scallops, and chorizo. Read more
How Wine Service Can Make or Break a Meal
By John Kessler
Our critic digs into some restaurants’ recent wine service pitfalls. Read more
Review: Feeling Fancy at Petite Edith
By John Kessler
Chef Jenner Tomaska offers a sumptuous take on French fare. Read more
The Best New Restaurants
By John Kessler
Photography by Evan Jenkins and Jeff Marini
It’s been an exciting year as chefs across the city opened out-of-the-box concepts, from a neo-bistro that honors the Midwest to a Thai eatery that’s a nightly party. The 13 spots pair exceptional food with unforgettable experiences. Read more
A True Sign of Hospitality
By John Kessler
How a restaurant handles a diner's disappointment says a lot about the business and its staff. Read more
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