The Thing: Chicken Caesar Wrap at Village Tap
It sells out. It gets mentioned in all the best of lists. But I am here to confirm that Village Tap’s Chicken Caesar Wrap really is the thing while roaming […]
Caroline L. Huftalen is a food, arts and culture writer. Her reviews and interviews can be seen on BuskingAtTheSeams.com. A graduate of the University at Buffalo and the Savannah College of Art of Design. Huftalen lives in Chicago with her family and is currently writing a novel.
Interview: With A Triple D Stamp of Approval, Sfera Now Ships Nationwide
Sfera Sicilian Street Food is well-known in Edgewater and beyond for their arancini. That beyond is about to grow after a visit from Flavor Town mayor himself, Guy Fieri, and […]
Interview: Local Farms Come to the Table at Farm Bar
Farm Bar recently launched their spring menu which hits all the usual highlights of spring including ramps and asparagus. But the true hero of this seasonal shift on the menu […]
Holiday Tips: Easter Your Way with Boozy Tea and Boat Rides
Easter is this Sunday and no matter if you recognize the day for religious reasons or because you love a good chocolate rabbit, there are plenty of ways to allow […]
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is: Support Our Local Farmers
During my first summer in Chicago, I became a member of Nichols Farm and Orchard CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). A neighbor had recommended the family run farm as a good […]
The Thing: Mindful Baking’s Flax Bread
You have probably seen Mindful Baking’s booth at the farmers market. Their table is usually filled with colorfully glazed doughnuts, cupcakes, and hefty loaves of bread. At their storefront in […]
Recipe: Raise a Glass with Women-Led Spirit Companies at The Dearborn
In celebration of Women’s History Month this March, The Dearborn is spotlighting women-led and -owned spirits by featuring them on their beverage menu throughout the month. The Dearborn owners and […]
Bites: What Author Cynthia Pelayo Eats in a Day
Cynthia Pelayo’s latest thriller, Vanishing Daughters, is coming out this month. Filled with nightmarish fairy tales and psychological suspense, her latest novel is set in Chicago and is soon to […]
Dear Cinnamon: The Art of Showing Up
Dear Cinnamon is a monthly column based on the idea that all of life’s questions can be answered by art, because, after all, art is the spice of life. To […]
The Thing: Steak Frites at Bistro Campagne
I only break a mostly veg diet for select cravings. A necessary cheeseburger moment and Bistro Campagne’s Steak Frites are always top of my list. I’ve had everything on Bistro […]
Where to Wrap Up Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week wraps up this weekend on February 9. If you haven’t taken advantage of the special menus at a record breaking 500 restaurants yet, now is your chance […]
Dear Cinnamon: Warm Your Heart with Art
Dear Cinnamon is a monthly column based on the idea that all of life’s questions can be answered by art, because, after all, art is the spice of life. To […]