Issues: 2016
Artist Behind Emerging Buddha Heads Talks of Peace and Interconnectedness
Indira Freitas Johnson explores the connection between art and activism, and talks about her citywide installment of “Ten Thousand Ripples.”
Aaron Cuschieri Shares His Recipe for Pan-Roasted Mussels with Nduja
“It’s hugely popular to pair mussels with andouille or chorizo,” says Aaron Cuschieri, the executive chef at the Dearborn, a new upscale tavern in the Loop. “But nduja is this really cool spreadable spicy sausage that just melts into the sauce. So I said, ‘Let’s make mussels in a broth that tastes like sausage.’ ” And … Read more
Ēma’s CJ Jacobson Shares His Recipe for Roasted Squash Hummus
At Ēma, Lettuce Entertain You’s new Mediterranean hot spot, chef CJ Jacobson flavors hummus with just about anything—be it peas, mint, olives, or caramelized onions. When the weather cools down, he reaches for sweet, creamy kabocha squash and warm baking spices. CJ Jacobson’s Roasted Squash Hummus Yield:4 cups Active Time:25 minutes 1 Kabocha squash (3 … Read more