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
We’re Obsessed With Crying Tiger’s Panang Curry By Amy Cavanaugh The rich, peanutty curry carries complexity in every mouthful. Read more
We're Obsessed With Noriko Handroll Bar By Amy Cavanaugh The 21-seater beneath Perilla Fare is perfect for solo diners. Read more
We’re Obsessed With Local Style Chips By Amy Cavanaugh Laura Gardner put the flavors of a Chicago-style hot dog, deep-dish pizza, giardiniera, and Italian beef into chip form. Read more
We’re Obsessed With the Stuffed Plantain at Mahari By John Kessler The flavors, like many at the Hyde Park restaurant, represent the whole African diaspora yet are of a piece. Read more
Why We Love Great Lakes Tinned Fish By Amy Cavanaugh The Grand Rapids, Michigan–based company adds a local option to your pantry staples. Read more
Why We Love the Oysters Rockefeller at Briny Swine By John Kessler It takes a familiarity with a certain kind of Southern coastal seafood joint to make great broiled oysters. Read more
The Fusion Taco That Everyone Is Talking About By John Kessler A combination of the taco and the gyro, the taco árabe is having a moment. Read more
Cheese That Eats Like a Meal By Amy Cavanaugh Lonsesome Rose's chile con queso — a blend of Velveeta, cream cheese, poblanos, and jalapeños — is almost impossible to stop eating. Read more
Promptly Add This Curry Fried Fish to Your Takeout Rotation By Amy Cavanaugh At In-On Thai, chef Korakot Vongsatit tops crisp nuggets of stir-fried tilapia with a thick red curry sauce and fried basil leaves. Read more
