In celebration of the publication of the “Green City Market Cookbook”—and summer in general—we’re featuring this fresh and wonderful recipe from Purple Asparagus. According to volunteer Melissa Graham, Purple Asparagus is “a nonprofit organization that educates children, families, and the community about healthful, sustainable food.” Green City Market is an inspiration to them as they teach […]
Glenview’s newest addition, Heinen’s Fine Foods, provides healthy and delicious options ranging from fine meats, fresh seafood, gourmet cheeses, produce and an extensive wine, beer and liquor selection. You can even bottle your own craft beer, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Heinen’s is committed to living a healthy lifestyle while offering gluten-free, organic and all-natural […]
Highwood welcomes P.M. Prime, a new steakhouse helmed by James Beard Award-nominee Dominic Zampano. Ably abetted by legendary Chicago sommelier Robert Bansberg as General Manager, Zampano is shaking up the standard steakhouse menu with dishes like Beer-Battered Soft Shell Crab with Sweet Corn; Mushroom and Oxtail Risotto with Pecan; Chicken-Fried Steak with Pickled Onions; and […]
Michelin stars are elusive. In Europe, the awarding of a star can make or break a restaurant; it can increase attendance exponentially. Losing a star can be catastrophic. Chef Bernard Loiseau, chef/owner of La Côte d’Or, committed suicide in 2003 when it was rumored that he was slipping from three stars to two. The Michelin […]
Summertime, and the living is easy…and humid. Happily, there are lots of new restaurant openings to keep things cool. Red Meat and More In Highwood, PM Prime (310 Green Bay Road, Highwood, 847-433-0600) is making waves in the old Gabriel’s location. With James Beard Award-nominee Chef Dominic Zumpano at the helm, they’re putting a new […]
The spring growing season started out nice and slow, with a few sprigs of basil here and a couple of chives shoots there. You produced just enough to garnish your meals with your homegrown herbs. But before you knew it, spring rains made way for the summer sun and your mint has grown as tall […]
Add another restaurant to your growing “Must-Try Burger” list. MOOYAH, the Dallas-based burger chain, has opened in The Glen Town Center. This Southern chain has exploded over the past year, opening in California and Connecticut and throughout the South. They make the burgers your way: choose between meat, turkey or black bean veggie patty; five […]
Plenty has happened since my last column, so let’s just get right down to it. The Chicago restaurant world is abuzz with the big news: the James Beard Awards (the industry’s Oscars) are moving to Chicago. I can only imagine the backroom discussions with the Rahminator on this one! This coveted annual awards ceremony, produced […]
Celebrating the Fourth of July? That’s a given. But if you’re really committed to your theme, you’ll need red, white and blue cocktails. Luckily, we’ve paired up with CÎROC Vodka for these great cocktail recipes to set the mood. Mix up a few pitchers and you’re good to go. Now, all you need are the […]
Glenview’s BurgerFi® is Keeping It Fresh. BurgerFi® is changing the way America eats burgers. We focus on all-natural, vegetarian-fed, humanely-raised Angus beef, giving our burgers an unmistakable flavor difference. Our food tastes better, and it’s better for you—there are no hormones or antibiotics. Our overall focus on all-natural selection means our extensive menu includes specialty […]
