I am ending my Chicago series on a high note with a post on the most impressive restaurant I ate at in Chicago – and maybe even ever – Alinea. Eating at Alinea is spectacular, in the same sense as watching a Cirque du Soleil show is spectacular. There are moments where you hold you …

A short and sweet post today to let you know about a great new-to-me brunch spot I just discovered last weekend, in case you’re looking for a spot to go to this weekend. I’ve already written about Julieta, the tiny little latino restaurant that opened a few months ago in the Villeray/Petite Patrie neighbourhood, not …

This is the fifth of my 6 food-centric posts on Chicago. Click here to see all my posts on Chicago. I know that the title of this post is a bit over-enthusiastic and makes a strong statement but I believe the many accolades The Aviary has received only prove it right. The Aviary is like no …

Chicago week continues with this fourth of 6 food-centric posts. Click here to see all my posts on Chicago. I did not have one bad meal during the four days that I spent in Chicago. Our first dinner at Girl & The Goat was no exception. Top Chef winner Stephanie Izzard is the owner and chef …

This post is the third of 6 food-centric posts on Chicago, as promised in my first post the city’s architecture, design and food. Click here to see all my posts on Chicago. North Pond is quite possibly the most beautiful and romantic restaurant in Chicago. It is located in Lincoln Park, north of downtown, right by …