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Steven Jarczyk and Daniela Vitale’s Pane e Panelle
This chickpea fritter sandwich is a Sicilian street food classic.
Windy City Wisdom
Over the years, our Backroom interviews have featured wise and witty insights from high-profile locals: actors and authors, musicians and moguls, priests and politicians — even a genuine astronaut. Here are their most illuminating reflections.
Five Pricey Homes For Sale in the Fox River Valley
From a historic home in Geneva to a McMansion in Wayne, these Fox River Valley homes are worth a pretty penny.
Apolonia’s Puff Piece
The decadent bread, loaded with black truffles, garlic, and herbs, is a showstopper.
In Praise of Jesse White’s Lack of Ambition
The Secretary of State’s office has traditionally been a stepping stone to something bigger, but White focused his energies on making the place less of a hassle.
Pandemic Attacks
Alexa James, CEO of the Chicago chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, says COVID has reduced the stigma of seeking help.
Alpana Singh Dishes on Her Forthcoming Restaurant
The namesake spot will feature Mediterranean- and Asian-influenced plates, and, of course, a strong wine focus.
A Cheese for Any Occasion
Erika Kubick, a local cheesemonger and the author of the new book Cheese Sex Death: A Bible for the Cheese Obsessed, picks the perfect one for five scenarios.