Monthly Archives: March 2007

Tavish

Posted on March 26, 2007 by John

Come with me. We’re going to the pinnacle of Mount Burger (fictional place that exists only in my head where every burger is perfectly done and you can have them for three meals a day without feeling any ill health … Continue reading →

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Mon Ami Gabi

Posted on March 23, 2007 by John

I remember when my wife went through her “food enlightenment” about a decade ago. The first manifestation of her enlightenment was a desire to eat French food. That was kind of shocking to a burgers and pizza guy like myself. … Continue reading →

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Suzette's Creperie

Posted on March 20, 2007 by John

I know in my last post I said we were moving to Italy. Well, I was just kidding. Why aren’t you moving to Italy, you ask? Well, because I’m committed to trying everything on the Vinnie’s menu and also working … Continue reading →

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Enoteca Roma

Posted on March 18, 2007 by John

Alright, you’re the first to know, Gail and I are moving to Italy. ‘Twas nice knowing you. We may actually be settled in by the time you read this. If we didn’t say goodbye, well, goodbye. Visit lots. Why, you … Continue reading →

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Vinnie's Subs – Prosciutto

Posted on March 16, 2007 by John

I don’t go to many sub shops outside of the chains, but I’ve finally found an independent gem, and it’s in my neighborhood. Vinnie’s Subs, at 1206 W. Grand in West Town, makes a great cold meat sandwich at a … Continue reading →

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Pequod's Pizza

Posted on March 14, 2007 by John

The folks at Pequod’s Pizza, 2207 N. Clybourn, make a quality, distinctive pie in a cool atmosphere; especially now that they’ve finished the interior renovation. Above is a live shot of me reheating the pan pizza the day after ($9.95 … Continue reading →

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McDonald's

Posted on March 12, 2007 by John

One of my favorite McDonald’s is in Oak Brook, right across from the world headquarters and within spittin’ distance of Hamburger University. It has everything; outdoor dining in the summer, free wifi, a coffee shop (McCafe), flat screens, a mezzanine, … Continue reading →

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Calling All Restaurants-Grilled Grouper

Posted on March 10, 2007 by John

Attention! Attention! All restauranteurs in the Chicago area, I WANT THIS SANDWICH! NOW!!! Are you ready for a new semi-regular feature on Tasty Chicago? In this feature, I will highlight a regional food item from another part of the country … Continue reading →

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Great Newsweek Article on Food

Posted on March 8, 2007 by John

My favorite section in Newsweek is My Turn, and stories like this one entitled Eat, Drink, Man, Woman (and Child) make me happy to be a subscriber. Hmmm, I guess I’m just clogging up landfills because I could read it … Continue reading →

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Tango Sur

Posted on March 6, 2007 by John

If you haven’t been to an Argentinian steakhouse, drop everything right now and find one. I’m not kidding, just do it. If you decide to go to Tango Sur, at 3763 N. Southport, you can’t go wrong. Although, you’ll be … Continue reading →

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