Oprah's Favorite Popcorn

CHICAGO (Yep, I’m still here) — I think I have a mental list of people I wish I’d bump into when I am here in the States.  And while I am Chicago, of course, I would want to meet one Continue reading Oprah's Favorite Popcorn

Portillo's Chicago Dog: A Must-Eat!

CHICAGO – There are two ultiate dishes that are must-eats for anyone who visits this windy city.  One is Chicago’s Deep Dish Pizza (which I will write about very soon).  The other is the Chicago Dog. I got to try Continue reading Portillo's Chicago Dog: A Must-Eat!

Julius Meinl: Austrian Coffee and More!

CHICAGO — In business school — or by reading their biographical book  — we discovered the truth about Starbucks.  Nope, they are not in the business of selling coffee.  The claim we have heard over and over again: they are Continue reading Julius Meinl: Austrian Coffee and More!

Ra Sushi Bar: Japanese Fusion at the Suburbs

CHICAGO — My sister, Gianina, gave me two choices.  The first: she brought me a burger place with the usual menu.  It was empty, but according to her, the restaurant had proclaimed itself as having a strong cult following.  The Continue reading Ra Sushi Bar: Japanese Fusion at the Suburbs

Mercadito: Mexican Moderne in Chicago

CHICAGO — Greetings from the Windy City!  I got here after a 20-hour trip that consisted of two stops and a little bit of jetlag.  I’m very glad to be visiting this city again.  The truth is, the Chicago I Continue reading Mercadito: Mexican Moderne in Chicago