Rohini Dey, longtime chef/owner of the Indian-Latin fusion Vermilion restaurant in Chicago’s bustling River North neighborhood, understood the power dynamic in the restaurant industry. It had always been about who you knew, which restaurant was hot, which celebrity chef was trending — and which major restaurant groups and players had the economic power to dictate all […]
Marin’s connection to local waters runs deep — from historic boatyards and rafting logs on high tide to oyster farms and sustainable fishing. And (humble brag), some of the best seafood restaurants anywhere are located here. For a true taste of Marin, there might be nothing more satisfying than digging into an unassuming sandwich that […]
Formal tables for two at dusk or beyond might not be toast, but restaurants have changed — and so have our ideas of a good Valentine’s Day date. Dinner menus can now be enjoyed at lunch or dinner — some are even available throughout the month — and a movement to include singles, friend groups and […]
Are you ready for some football? On Feb. 13, the Los Angeles Rams will take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI. Without our beloved Bears in the game, that gives us more time focus on what really matters on Super Bowl Sunday—the food! Here’s a collection of foolproof Super Bowl recipes and delicious […]
This month, you can get a great deal on a delicious meal while supporting local businesses during North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau’s (NSCVB) North Shore Restaurant Month. Running through February 28, restaurants will have special menus, freebies and deals on breakfast, lunch and dinner for dine in or takeout. View this […]
The beginning of the new year is usually a slow time for restaurants and other businesses, but you wouldn’t guess that from the number of places that are opening up as the temperatures go down. Of course, the pandemic means delays and shutdowns are always a possibility, so before you visit, please call ahead to […]
What does eating right mean in 2022? With interest growing in eating well while also supporting initiatives like climate cooling, restaurants are adapting their menus to suit plant-centric eating — and we’re betting you won’t miss the meat. Active Cultures Café Novato’s hottest new eatery might be tucked into Pacheco Plaza, but it has already […]
Chicago during the winter can be a cold and daunting place, but no fear! These warm and welcoming new restaurants in Chicago and the suburbs are open and ready to receive you. Some are cozy, a couple on the larger scale, and a few are filled with certified star power — but all are worthy […]
A new wine bar in Tiburon adds to the town’s energy as an emerging food and drink destination, F3 pivots to Mediterranean in Sausalito, a plant-forward restaurant lands in Novato and other newsy bits from around Marin and the Bay Area. Featured: Squalo Vino Wine Bar Fifteen wines by the glass, 90 by the bottle […]
2021 is about to bite the dust, and good riddance. A slight improvement over the dreaded 2020, but I know we can do better. So, let’s kick this year to the curb and welcome in a sparkling new 2022! Emphasis, of course, on sparkling. As in champagne. Many restaurants offering NYE specials and fun — […]
