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Minneapolis Star TribuneInstead, he chooses to focus on his family and the handful of Chicago restaurants he runs with his partners — nationally known eateries like Blackbird, avec and The Publican. “Do I want to compete and do I want to hang out with a bunch of chefs, or do …Despite accolades chef Paul Kahan … Read more

ForbesIt takes a bit of navigating to find Sophie’s—past perfume counters and racks of designer threads—but all good things are worth the effort. Tucked into an intimate corner of the Saks Fifth Avenue store on Michigan Avenue, this gem of a restaurant is … and more …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News From Google News … Read more

Windy City Times—The Daily Meal released a new list of the “50 Best Casual Restaurants in America”—and three Chicago restaurants made the cut, according to NBC Chicago. The highest ranking city restaurant was Hot Doug’s, which made the list’s top five. Kuma’s Corner … …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News From Google News      Zennie … Read more

In the Know: Old Chicago taking place of older Chicago restaurantsNaples Daily NewsUntil it closed last June, Augustina’s A Taste of Chicago restaurant was operated by Berec for about 15 months on the southeast corner of Davis Boulevard and Airport-Pulling Road in East Naples. He previously ran A Taste of Chicago for years out of … Read more

Brendan Sodikoff opening ‘steak bar’ in Dillman’s spaceCrain’s Chicago Business (blog)In February, Mr. Sodikoff told Eater Chicago he was changing half of Dillman’s into a “boutique Italian” restaurant. Apparently, steak became key since then. Cocello, which will open April 14, is “boutique Italian with great drinks, hand-made pasta and … …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant … Read more

Chicago TribuneBad weather on Tuesday forced the suspension of the search. Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak this week confirmed that Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, which vanished while flying to Beijing from Kuala Lumpur, had crashed in the southern Indian …Yet more objects sighted in search for Flight 370WGNtv.comSatellite spots 122 objects in Malaysia jet searchChicago … Read more

Restaurant review: Authentic Chicago dogs find a home in Utah at JohnniebeefsSalt Lake TribuneOnce upon a time I found myself at a DMV in suburban Chicago. Yes, I know what a gripping premise that is, but bear with me. While waiting on a friend and approaching four or five hours staring at the same wall, … Read more

Chicago: Springlike Warmth to Replace Wintry Weather Late WeekAccuWeather.comDespite a few days of bitter, winterlike cold in the city, Chicago will undergo a milder weather pattern after midweek. While the air will still feel cold on Wednesday with temperatures hovering below 40 F, temperatures will begin to rise on Thursday. …read more Source: Chicago Weather … Read more

Chicago TribuneThe company also on Tuesday said second quarter net income fell slightly to $754 million, or 78 cents a share, down from $756 million, or 79 cents a share, in the same period a year ago, as a slower cold and flu season and severe weather throughout …Walgreen Co. to Close 76 StoresNBC Chicago … Read more

ChicagoNow (blog)The Pump Room Restaurant in PUBLIC Chicago offers reasonably priced, delicious food served in a comfortable, and exciting environment. The new food concept was created by world-renowned chef and 2011 James Beard award winner Jean-Georges … …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News From Google News      Zennie AbrahamZennie Abraham | Zennie Abraham or “Zennie62” … Read more

Little Chicago prides itself on its big menu, patioAppleton Post CrescentA penny-farthing bicycle, wooden jukebox and paintings created by a local artist add to the ambiance at Little Chicago Dining & Spirits. It’s located in the Town of Harrison, near Kaukauna. / Daniel Higgins/Gannett Wisconsin Media … and more …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News … Read more

Rahm Emanuel: Given a choice, Americans want cities over burbsFortune (blog)And as the Mayor of Chicago, it might not be so surprising that he’d be promoting his own city center. But Emanuel had fighting words for the lifestyle so historically and inextricably linked to the American Dream. In a wide-ranging discussion about …97% Satisfied with … Read more

A look at Restaurant Sarajevo / Bosnian foodChicagoNow (blog)Restaurant Sarajevo did wisely put a couple of vegetarian plates on the menu, because there are enough vegetarians in Chicago to merit something like that. But just know that vegetarians aren’t exactly choosing from the full menu. Gluten-free would be … …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News … Read more

NBC Chicago (blog)Loop restaurant The Florentine doesn’t have an app for that, but they do have a solution. Last Thursday, the restaurant unveiled a new option for diners to check their cell phones, just as they would their coats. General manager Amanda Kipp says the … and more …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News From … Read more

Chicago TribuneUp to an inch of snow could fall across the Chicago area Monday night, but we should be basking in the 60s by the weekend. The snow is expected to start around 7 p.m. and end by 1 a.m. Tuesday. North winds gusting more than 25 mph will keep wind chills …Another Round of … Read more

Food Business News (registration)CHICAGO — Sales growth slowed for top restaurant chains in 2013, signaling a more challenging competitive environment. The 500 largest U.S. restaurant chains posted a 3.5% increase in annual sales last year, dropping significantly from 4.9% in 2012, …Restaurant sales off for the largest chains, finds TechnomicHospitality-Industry.com (press release) all 8 news … Read more

My Fox BostonMarch 24, 2014 9:09 AM EDT. CHICAGO (AP) — An eight-car Chicago commuter train plowed across a platform and scaled an escalator at an underground station at one of the nation’s busiest airports early Monday, injuring 32 people on board, officials said.Train derails, climbs escalator at Chicago airportWSAV-TV32 injured in Chicago train derailmentMyFox … Read more

NBC4i.comAn eight-car Chicago commuter train plowed across a platform and scaled an escalator at an underground station at one of the nation’s busiest airports early Monday, injuring 32 people on board, officials said. No one suffered life-threatening injuries …32 people injured after commuter train derails at Chicago airportMy Fox BostonTrain derails, climbs escalator at Chicago … Read more

Chicago TribuneIn fact, 99 of the past 129 years have recorded measurable snow beyond March 21, and 14 of them have seen 6 inches or more, according to the Chicago Weather Center. Click here for Tom Skilling’s 7-day forecast. [email protected] | Twitter: @AdamSege.Another Round of Snow AheadNBC ChicagoReally? More Snow!ABC7Chicago.comTwo inches of snow expected to … Read more

Shootings leave 1 dead, 5 hurtChicago Tribune… 7:20 p.m. Friday, two men were standing in an alley in the 4300 block of West Jackson Boulevard in the West Garfield Park neighborhood on the West Side when a dark minivan pulled next to them and someone inside started a conversation with them … and more …read … Read more

1 dead, 4 hurt in West Side shootingsChicago TribuneMinutes earlier, three teenagers were injured in a drive-by shooting outside a restaurant in the 200 block of South Western Avenue, police said. The three had been standing outside when someone inside a vehicle fired several rounds, Police News Affairs … …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News … Read more

3 shot outside restaurant on West SideChicago TribuneThree males were hospitalized this evening after being shot outside a restaurant on the West Side, officials said. The shootings were reported shot on the 200 block of South Western Avenue, said Chicago Fire Department Spokesman Larry Langford. and more …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News From Google … Read more

Chicago Reader (blog)The Iron Chef threw out the first pitch at a White Sox game last August when it was announced he was signing on to the dusty ten-year-old French-Japanese restaurant Japonais. Among his various local news appearances, he hugged a sushi-scarfing Fox … and more …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News From Google News … Read more

Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s (and CNN’s) ‘Chicagoland’ takes ratings hit in week threeChicago Business JournalBig shot Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel should feel honored. Cable news channel CNN obviously thought enough of the man and of “Chicagoland,” the Mayor’s re-election promotional piece masquerading as a hard-hitting documentary series, to interrupt … …read more Source: Chicago Mayor Rahm … Read more

eNews Park ForestCHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 21, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and leaders of Chicago’s Ukrainian community yesterday discussed the City’s commitment to support those affected by the continuing conflict in Ukraine. Mayor Emanuel listened to stories of …Mayor Emanuel welcomes Ambassador Rachad Bouhlal from Kingdom of …The Arab Daily NewsChicago To Sell Properties For The Price Of … Read more

eNews Park ForestCHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 21, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and leaders of Chicago’s Ukrainian community yesterday discussed the City’s commitment to support those affected by the continuing conflict in Ukraine. Mayor Emanuel listened to stories of …Mayor Emanuel welcomes Ambassador Rachad Bouhlal from Kingdom of …The Arab Daily NewsChicago To Sell Properties For The Price Of … Read more

Spring? We have records to go before winter sleepsChicago TribuneIn fact, 99 of the past 129 years have recorded measurable snow beyond March 21, and 14 of them have seen 6 inches or more, according to the Chicago Weather Center. Any snow that hits Monday night could include lake-effect, which would boost the totals … … Read more

The Daily MealNobu Hospitality has announced plans to open a Nobu Hotel and Restaurant in Chicago by early 2016. The boutique hotel will be located on the corner of Randolph and Peoria Streets, less than two blocks from Soho House, which is set to open this summer.Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Chicago Planned for Early 2016Hotel … Read more

Magic Johnson to address restaurant trade show throng in ChicagoChicago Business JournalTake, for example, the way Johnson is being positioned for his appearance on May 18 as the keynote speaker at the National Restaurant Association’s annual trade show in Chicago, one of the city’s largest confabs. According to the announcement today …NRA Show 2014 keynote … Read more

CBS LocalCHICAGO (CBS) – Mayor Rahm Emanuel defended a plan to make free condoms available at 24 high schools starting next school year, expanding an effort to reduce teen pregnancy and prevent the spread of sexually-transmitted diseases among youths.Mayor Defends CPS Condom Distribution for 24 High SchoolsDNAinfoCPS to distribute free condoms at 24 high schools … Read more

NBC ChicagoChicago restaurants have been in the spotlight for their Michelin stars and swanky scenes, but a new report is recognizing area restaurants for serving up quality meals casual-style. The Daily Meal released a new list of the “50 Best Casual Restaurants … and more …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant News From Google News Zennie … Read more

Streetsblog Chicago (blog)After ten months of stonewalling, Mayor Rahm Emanuel is bowing to pressure from aldermen, chambers of commerce, and business owners and finally making good on his promise to bring back paid Sunday parking in some commercial districts.Mayor agrees to reverse free Sunday parking in some areasChicago Business JournalMayor Emanuel, ThinkChicago and 1871 Launch … Read more

St. Jude Four Stars of Chicago Restaurant Extravaganza Serves Up Cheer and …PR Newswire (press release)“Since its inception in 1995, the St. Jude Four Stars of Chicago Restaurant Extravaganza has raised more than $7.9 million for the kids of St. Jude,” said Jenny McKenna, Senior Director, Regional Field Management, ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research … and … Read more

A jab of winter on the first day of springChicago TribuneChicago’s 143 years of weather records indicate the 60-degree warmth is overdue. The average first date of a 60-degree or higher day has been around March 1. Fittingly, temperatures since Dec. 1 have averaged the coldest on record: 20.5 degrees. and more …read more Source: … Read more

ABC7Chicago.comBecause of the weather, Cook County’s ten golf courses expect to open April 1, a month behind schedule. Chicago Park District courses face the same challenge. Local bike stores, like Kozy’s, are bracing for an onslaught of customers once the weather … …read more Source: Chicago Weather News From Google Zennie AbrahamZennie Abraham | Zennie … Read more