Oven-fried chicken is disappointing. It comes out pale and bready—so not like real fried chicken, that you simply can’t compare the two. But what oven “frying” does have going for it is this: no mess and fewer calories. On a Tuesday, it’s doable. And thanks to a brilliant recipe by Kay Chun in Food […]
On one block of Wilmette Avenue just north of Central, two new restaurants are about to launch.
This delicious and fresh shrimp dish is so fast, you can make it for a weeknight dinner. But even though it’s a quick recipe, it looks so good, you’ll feel like you could win “The Taste” with it. Two tips: First, make sure the shrimp are totally dry before you sauté them. Drain them on […]
Standing in front of thousands of people every month to introduce best-selling authors and researchers at Family Action Network-sponsored talks, Lonnie Stonitsch is one of the North Shore’s most visible people. And many have noticed that over the last 11 months, Stonitsch’s appearance has changed. She’s known for adding a flair of blue or pink […]
Not many sugeons are on the front page of the Chicago Tribune with any regularity, but Dr. Richard Fessler is one of the few whose innovations and list of who’s who patients put him routinely in the spotlight. He is a neurosurgeon whose skill allows for thought and expression in a brain that has suffered […]
By singing the songs of other cultures and times, children learn to value others and make the world a better place.
Asparagus is now in season. When you’ve had your fill of steamed and grilled, try this delicious salad. Wilmette resident Katie Hauser made this salad for a potluck once. Gracious friend that she is, she gave me the recipe. I’ve been making it ever since because it’s one of those recipes that always works and everyone […]
When Nigella Lawson was recently in Chicago, we chatted on the phone, and in 10 minutes, I had a huge girl crush.
You might worry about your teenager drinking or smoking pot, but statistics show, you also need to worry about them misusing prescription drugs. The University of Michigan longitudinal study, “Monitoring the Future” surveys U.S. teens annually. In their 2011 report, they found that 15 percent of teens misused prescription drugs, with Vicodin and Adderall the […]
A carbonnade is a Belgian beef stew made with beer and onions, but this version is lightened up with chicken thighs. It’s a one-pan, fast and kid-friendly weekday meal. Chicken Braised with Beer and Onions Serves 4 6-8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (figure 2 per adult, 1 per child) 3/8 teaspoon allspice 1 tablespoon canola […]
