Chicago

Chicago, Illinois – Longman & Eagle

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The concept, execution and flavours of the food spoke higher than the prices and I was pleased that the quality of ingredients were not sacrificed. This casual 1 Michelin Star gastropub offers imaginative American cuisine with European techniques & local ingredients. A must try!

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Chicago, Illinois – Mario’s Italian Lemonade (Fresh Fruit Slurpees)

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It had “perfect on a hot summer’s day” written all over it. The drink is called “Italian Lemonade” or “Italian Ice” and it’s a frozen dessert or drink made with fresh or artificial fruit juices and concentrates. Mario’s Italian Lemonade apparently sets a benchmark for fantastic Italian Ices.

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Chicago, Illinois – Sepia

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It’s a 1 Michelin Star restaurant and Chef Zimmerman is a 2012 James Beard Award Foundation finalist for Best Chef (Great Lakes). Michelle Obama once called it her favourite dining destination, so if it’s good enough for The First Lady then I wanted to try it for myself.

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Chicago, Illinois – The Purple Pig

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It’s opened by rock star chefs and I want to recommend everything! Chicago was off to a fantastic start and The Purple Pig hit a home run! The food was solid, the portions were more than fair and the prices were very reasonably for the ambiance, location and overall quality of food.

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Follow Me Foodie to Chicago!

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I was incredibly impressed by their impeccable food scene. No wonder Oprah chose it as her home! If you’re going to Chicago pack your appetite and your hairspray because the Windy City will literally blow your hair as much as your culinary mind. Welcome to Follow Me Foodie to Chicago!

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