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The Best Italian Restaurant in Chicago You Still Haven't Heard Of
My son is gone.
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Michael Nagrant
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Something In The Meh He Moves
Jose Andres is an amazing chef and a humanitarian, but does he run great restaurants anymore?
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Michael Nagrant
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Billy Zureikat, aka TheRealBillyZ, the Chicago Pizza, Cookie, Sandwich & Salsa Prince
Billy Zureikat started out as a producer for ESPN 1000 radio during its heyday.
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Michael Nagrant
1
2:17:29
Tricks and Treats
Hospitality is a spectrum that ranges from theatrical charade to a genuine delivery of value.
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Michael Nagrant

October 2024

On Anonymity & Other Standards in Food Reviewing
“Hello, it’s sooooo nice to see you again!!!
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Michael Nagrant
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Won Kim of Kimski
Won Kim, Artist, DJ, and Chef.
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Michael Nagrant
1:30:36
Why is Chicago Arena and Stadium Food So Bad?
When’s the last time you went to a sports arena and said, OMG, that’s the best meal I’ve ever had!
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Michael Nagrant
4
Tatum Sinclair of Valhalla, Apolonia, and S.K.Y.
A few times a year I enjoy a dish so much that it sort of eclipses everything else at the meal.
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Michael Nagrant
1:06:00
It Does Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Bing
My friend Adrian once chauffeured Slash the guitarist from Guns N’ Roses around Los Angeles.
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Michael Nagrant
2
Releasing the Millstone
You can’t hold a restaurant responsible for the sins or successes of another restaurant’s past.
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Michael Nagrant
3
Chef Zubair Mohajir of Wazwan, Lilac Tiger, Coach House & Mirra
You miss one hundred percent of the shots you don’t take.
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Michael Nagrant
1:01:33
The Best Restaurant Value in Chicago?
Do you remember the last time you paid less than $100 (tip and fees included) for a multi-course meal for two people in a full-service restaurant and…
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Michael Nagrant
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