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Great Chicago Places & Spaces for foodies

This weekend, the City of Chicago presents the 10th annual Great Chicago Places & Spaces, a program that features more than 200 free tours covering a vast array of topics such as art and architecture, neighborhood history, shopping, and of particular interest for wasabigelatine readers, food. All events are free; the caveat is that you [...]

More blood orange beverages

A while back I wrote about blood orange juice, my favorite winter beverage. If you like it a little stronger, Sepia in the West Loop offers a couple of seasonal drinks that really showcase the flavor of this delicious purple-red citrus fruit. The Blood and Stone, pictured above, is the blood and sand‘s deeper, darker [...]

Mini-review: bin wine cafe

bin wine cafe 1559 N. Milwaukee 773-486-2233 bin wine cafe is the casual neighborhood outpost of River North’s Bin 36. The fare is basic, though not generic, and pairs well with the extensive, affordable wine list. Vibe: Wicker Park hipsters and Bucktown yuppies in a loud, cozy space. Cost: $5-$18 for appetizers and entrees; $13-$15 [...]

Top Chef Chicago starts tonight!

After Dale’s fantastic run all the way to the final last season, we’re rooting for another Chicago talent to take home the big Top Chef prize this year. My bet’s on Stephanie Izard, former chef/owner of Scylla in Bucktown (now occupied by Restaurant Takashi). I’d only been to Scylla once, but if the succulent roast [...]