Want to get wise-crackin’ cup of coffee? Come to this non-obstentatious cafe in the heart of Oak Park, right on Lake St. Mr. Lumberjack and I met up a long time friend, after a year apart. We got there early and explored the menu. Wise Cup has some of the classic roasts, mochas and lattes.… Read More Chicago Eats: Wise Cup

Hello globetrotters, I love me a good Cuban sandwich. Something about the marinate, the crunchy bread and the colorful vegetables just makes my mouth water. I don’t know many Chicago Cuban restaurants, but a tried and tested place is Cafecito. I know of 4 locations so far, and I have been to 3 out of… Read More Chicago Eats: Cafecito

Hi globetrotters, The best part of about restaurants is you can sample something from another part of the world. I want to fly to Brazil one day, but until then, this place is a good alternative. You get little dishes to fulfill your appetite in a dimly lit, colorful room. Wide ribbons hang loosely from… Read More Chicago Eats: Carnivale

Ciao globetrotters, Ok, I think I am on a roll. I keep eating some great places in Chicago. No misses as of late. My friend and I wanted to do what millennials do best, which is Sunday brunch. Dennis found this really cool place called Summer House Santa Monica, this beachhouse style restaurant. Only thing… Read More Chicago Eats: Summer House Santa Monica & Le Macaron French Pastries

Hi globetrotters, I got another great Chicago eatery for you. Credit goes to my friend, who would never let me take it, for finding Casati. Casati is this medium upscale restaurant in Lincoln Park, amongst a row of cheap eateries. It has some lovely old chandeliers, the dining lights are dim and the waitresses have… Read More Chicago Eats: Casati and Molly’s

Calling all seafood lovers! I found this amazing, secretive place called the crab cellar. OK, it isnt exactly covert, but this place’s sign isn’t gleaming on an edifice’s facade. No, it is in the basement of The Oyster Bar. Seating is limited, so a reservation is required. The hostess will not let you do walk-ins.… Read More Chicago Eats: Crab Cellar