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Chicago Tacos Two Ways: Caliente and Antique

Since I arrived in Chicago in the Fall and was bombarded with pizza and hot dog dining options, my serious taco search began. I didn't realize how much tacos were a weekly staple in my diet in Texas until my favorite taco spot wasn't nearby. Other than Nuevo Leon in Pilsen...

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DryHop: In With an Appetite, Out with a Pickle Recipe

Summers in Chicago are jam-packed with festivals, baseball games, and warm(ish) weather and I just want to take...

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When it Comes to Italian, Go for the Gold…Coast

When long-time friend and childhood swim teammate from El Paso, Shannon, and I planned to grab dinner one evening, I said I...

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A Taste of Chicago Spring

Well, hello. Welcome to a delicious post. Here is a collection of my most recent bites that are calling my name for return visits and more...

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Brunch is a Brewin’ at Revolution Brewery

When an Austin friend who is quite fond of microbreweries ended up in Chicago for a work trip, we made plans for quite the obvious choice - well, not...

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Eat. Sleep. Whiskey. Brunch at Longman & Eagle

When I'm asked what I write about on TheRebeccammendations, my answer includes: restaurants, shopping, music, art, entertaining at home, and basically, anything fun. I also mention that I don't include negatives, but luckily the name lends itself to a positive slant - I only...

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Amuse Brunch

Say hello to this happy bite of goodness. When was the last time you had an abuse bouche at brunch? Not to be confused with an appetizer, an amuse bouche...

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