I was very excited to be invited to the friends and family opening of a brand-new restaurant in Chicago called Fame Supper Club. This is a beautiful, high-end restaurant with live music, awesome cocktails, and exquisite food. The ambiance was glitzy with a dash of romance. We were greeted with a welcome cocktail. It was the Fame 75 that is found on the menu. It was a blend of gin, champagne, simple syrup, and lemon juice. I am not a fan of gin but the way this cocktail was prepared, the flavor of the gin was minimized. It was a…
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When visiting Chicago, I asked some locals where they like to go for pizza. It was suggested I check out Piece. They offer woodfire pizza and a large selection of beers. So, if locals like this place, I thought I should check them out. Piece is a great place to go to watch sports. There are tv’s all over the restaurant. There is also a great amount of natural lighting that make the restaurant nice and bright. I could smell the pizza as soon as I walked in. I was getting so hungry. Knowing it would take a little longer…
Leave a CommentI was visiting Chicago on one of the coldest weekends of the year. I really did not want to venture out in that weather. Luckily for me there was a great restaurant inside the Marriott Marquis that I was able to get in to called Woven + Bound. They had a lot of fresh farm to table dishes on the menu. I started with the bacon wrapped dates. These were a lot smaller on the plate than I expected. However, they still packed a flavor punch. The dates were filled with creamy goat cheese. The bacon was crispy on the…
Leave a CommentI ventured out on an extremely cold evening in Chicago to visit Catch 35. I was told that this restaurant was really good, so I was not going to let a little weather hold me back. I arrived a little early for my reservation so I enjoyed a glass of Processco at the bar. Looking over the menu there were so many seafood options to choose from. I originally wanted to get the Yellowfin tuna but that was a popular fish that night because they were sold out. I went for my second choice of the Atlantic salmon. I ordered…
Leave a CommentThere is a famous place in Chicago, near the United Center, that is known for their cheeseburgers called Billy Goat Tavern. Billy Goat Tavern has a rich history that dates back to 1934, starting with the Greek immigrant who started the bar to the Billy Goat that fell off a truck and wandered inside. There is still a goat on display in the restaurant. What I also learned is Billy Goat Tavern was also made famous on Saturday Night Live. It was the “Cheezborgor, Cheezborgor” skit. The place was packed. It seemed like everyone had the same idea. They have…
Leave a CommentI normally do not write about chain restaurants. However, I am making an exception for Bakers Square. While they are a chain, they are only located in the Midwest. As someone who does not live near a location, I really enjoyed my visit and wanted to share it with everyone. As soon as I walked in I was greeted with signs about their award winning pies. They had two big cases filled with a variety of pies. It would be hard to make a choice. I figured I would worry about that after I finished my lunch. They have…
Leave a CommentThere is an Italian restaurant near my parents’ house that I have passed for almost 15 years when I visit. With each visit to see them I never made it over to Salutos. However, recently I got to try them because my sister had her rehearsal dinner there. When I walked in I was greeted by a giant tree in the entryway. I was not expecting that. I also noticed their large case of homemade desserts. After taking a glance I knew I would be in for a treat later. We started dinner off with their homemade fresh garlic…
Leave a CommentEnjoying the outdoors in Illinois is important to do before the long winter arrives. Starved Rock State Park offers lots of walking and hiking paths with beautiful views of the Illinois River. The park is known to have sparkling waterfalls, however to my disappointment the day I visited there was no water to make the falls due to a drought. Along the hike to Eagle Cliff Overlook, I was lucky enough to see a huge doe eating in the brush. Another great feature of the park is that it is dog friendly. SO many sure you bring out your pups…
Leave a CommentI went out with my family for a big BBQ dinner. This new place we tried smoke all of their own meats right there. They had everything from brisket, pork, chicken, and baby back ribs. We started out with the BBQ nachos that were loaded with brisket and covered in several different cheeses. They drizzled 2 of their homemade BBQ sauces on top. The nachos were so big they could be a meal on its own. Speaking of BBQ sauces, they make 6 different sauces there and many of them are extremely unique. I wish I would have bought some…
Leave a CommentI love diners that are family owned and that is exactly what Hillside Family Restaurant is. While visiting my family we stopped off here for lunch. I was excited to see that the soup of the day was chicken dumpling. I struck up a conversation with my server and she told me about how they make all the soups homemade everyday. You could tell as soon as you tasted the soup. She also helped me select the sandwich I should try. I went for the Italian Beef. The homemade roll was packed full of tender, thinly sliced beef. The peppers and onions added…
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