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