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Finding Magic in the Middle
Dining & Drinking

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
Ep. 27: Our Dining Pet Peeves
The Best New Restaurants
Chicago’s 50 Best Restaurants, Ranked
Chicago’s 10 Best New Bars, Ranked
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

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Hot List
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Reviews
Ox Bar Showcases the Midwest’s Best Fare
Review: Feeling Fancy at Petite Edith
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Neighborhood Finds
Cleo’s Is a Delta Delight
Our Favorite New Spot for Doner Kebabs
Pizza Dada Brings New York Slices to the Loop
Why We Love Art’s Drive-In
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In The Kitchen
How to Make Yokocho’s Spicy Deviled Egg Sando
How to Make Andros Taverna’s Pea Latheros
How to Make Hewn’s Jam Sugar Cookies
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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
Ep. 27: Our Dining Pet Peeves
Amy and John gripe about shared plates, QR codes, patron PDA, and more. It's talk therapy! 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 to Make Yokocho’s Spicy Deviled Egg Sando
By Cate Huguelet
A spicy riff on a Japanese classic that will make a great addition to your picnics this season. Read more