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"Virgin Oils" by Chef Intern Abel Ramos
With the huge variety of virgin oils around today, there is an endless amount of possibilities ranging from frying, aiolis, mayos, and vinaigrettes! I was assigned the task of making...
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"A California Experience" by Chef Intern Christy Gaylord
California has a unique juxtaposition of food philosophies. While they are known for their fresh, seasonal, organic and local produce; California is also the birth place of several large fast...
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March 28, 2012
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'The First Lamb' by Intern Abel Ramos
I have not spent very much time cooking with lamb, so when an order of different lamb cuts came in for Chef Adam, I saw this as a chance to expirement...
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March 18, 2012
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First Trip to the Desi Corridor: Ravi Kebab House by Chef Shane Zimmerman
On a cold and chilly Chicago night, there’s nothing like a taste of Devon Avenue to chase away those winter blues. Filled with brightly color neon signs, traditional Indian clothing...
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March 15, 2012
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'Dinner in St. Louis' by Intern Chef Abel Ramos
I went on my first trip with Chef Adam Moore to help out with a dinner party. Upon arriving in Saint Louis, Adam and I bought all the produce for...
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February 22, 2012
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Jam — Lost in Translation or Continued Greatness? by Chef Shane Zimmerman
From Ukrainan Village to Logan Square, Chef Jeff Mauro’s re-opening of his popular breakfast and lunch spot, Jam, did not disappoint in the least. The shiny new digs, located a...
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February 09, 2012
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'Shaved Pumpkin Salad' by Kirstin Massmann
My Mom’s cooking was the first thing to inspire me to be involved in the food industry. Many of her dishes truly are still my gold standard. So when she...
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December 22, 2011
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'Chicago Chefs' Table' by Kirstin Massmann
In so many of our blogs we are reviewing restaurants all around the country. We pay close attention to every aspect of service while we are dining at these restaurants. The...
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December 06, 2011
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"Restaurant Review: Brassica, Napa Valley" by Chef Shane Zimmerman
Cross one box off the bucket list! I recently had to chance to spend a few days in the Napa Valley of California for yet another one of the MOE...
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November 21, 2011
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'Chizakaya – Japanese Grub Pub in the heart of Lakeview' by Chef Shane Zimmerman
Chizakaya is truly one of the greats in my new neighborhood, Lakeview. It takes its name from a play on words, Chi referring to Chicago and izakaya, to the tradition...
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November 15, 2011
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"Boiler Room" by Kirstin Massmann
About a month ago another couple, my boyfriend, and I decided to try Boiler Room located under the California Blue Line stop in Logan Square. We heard they had good...
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November 10, 2011
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'A Miami Institution on Calle Ocho: Cafe Versailles' by Chef Shane Zimmerman
Everyone I asked in Miami for the best Cuban food responded with Café Versailles, period. All the blogs and restaurant reviews agree, “you must do Café Versailles”. So on a...
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November 07, 2011
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'Fine Dining, 3rd Grade Style' by Chef Kyleigh Beach
Last weekend my husband and I were lucky enough to score two tickets to Next for our anniversary. Next is Grant Achatz’s newest restaurant which changes its concept and...
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November 04, 2011
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'TAC Quick – The Secret Menu and a Hidden Gem under the “L”' by Chef Shane Zimmerman
Who would have a thought, some of the best Thai food I’ve ever had was found beneath a Red Line stop? TAQ Quick, a much-featured restaurant in many forums and...
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November 02, 2011
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'No Soup for You' by Kirstin Massmann
Now that the weather is cooling down and football season is in full force I crave soup daily. Growing up, my mother spoiled me with delicious, homemade soups. When I...
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October 31, 2011
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'Canola Blossoms: The Next Great Micro-Green' by Chef Shane Zimmerman
Being a native of Nebraska, I am very familiar with seeing brilliant green cornfields that go on seemingly forever. But my recent trip to Canada, on yet another Bunge MOE Food...
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