Thu, 24 September 2009  On October 4th, Chicago's Bin 36 is holding its annual "Harvest Fest," which gives people the chance to custom-blend and create their own wines (which will be professionally bottled in California). I spoke with co-owner Dan Sachs about how it works. For more information about the event, go to www.bin36.comComments[1] |
Thu, 17 September 2009  Seedling has become one of the biggest names on the local fruit scene in Chicago the past few years. Owner Peter Klein is a Chicagoan who bought the orchard in South Haven, Michigan, and now has stands at just about every farmer's market, as well as a prominent place on many local menus. This time of year - and with Rosh Hashana just two days away - his apple cider is especially relevant. I spoke with Klein at the Lincoln Square Farmer's Market earlier this week.Comments[0] |
Thu, 10 September 2009  Saint's Alp Teahouse is a Hong Kong-based fast food concept that has now been in Chicago's Chinatown for a couple of years. They continue to attempt to try out Hong Kong-style snacks and bubble teas on an increasingly adventuresome clientele. They have locations all over Asia, and now in America, just one in New York City and one in Chicago.Comments[0] |
Thu, 3 September 2009  Finding really authentic Jamaican jerk chicken in Chicago isn't easy. Some people swear by Daddy O's Jerk on the South Side, but for my money, I'll head to one of the four (soon to be five) Uncle Joe's Jerk restaurants on the South Side. Owner Joe Niesh and his wife have somehow captured the flavors I recall from eating the tongue-searing jerk on Boston Beach in Jamaica, and they've even started bottling their homemade jerk sauce! Check them out at www.unclejoesjerk.comComments[0] |
