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A University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism graduate and former restaurant industry professional, Emily is a Chicago native who loves her city for the food Mecca it has become. She admits she's happy foie gras is back on the menu, and also wouldn't hesitate to blow the last $3.67 in her pocket on duck fat fries from Hot Doug's. Follow her on Twitter: @ChicagoDining.

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Free food, dining deals and chef demos at the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 · 1 comment

This weekend is your chance to fully embrace the fact that the Holiday season is upon us. Chicago's Magnificent Mile Lights Festival promises...
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A grape-stomping good Oktoberfest at Lynfred Winery this weekend

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Given the mild summer we experienced here in Chicago, the first day of fall came and went without so much as a nod of acknowledgment from most of us....
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There's more than food in Wicker Park/Bucktown: Chicago Food Planet Food Tour part 2

(Note: This is the final part of a multi-part series profiling Chicago Food Planet Food Tours. To start at the beginning, click here. Check out the...
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Touring Wicker Park / Bucktown with Chicago Food Planet Food Tours part 1

It's a beautiful day, somewhat cool, but that's come to be expected this summer. I find parking easily enough on Cortland and round the corner to find...
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Chicago Food Planet Food Tours offer a taste of the city and its culture

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Everyone has a go-to spot in the morning for picking up a cup of coffee, or a place they drop by after work because they love the ambiance, or a...
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Dining 101: What is an heirloom tomato?

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We're nearly at the height of tomato season. Co-workers and neighbors are starting to bring over loads of extra fruit to share and menus around the...
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Xmarx takes tailgating 'underground' at US Cellular Field

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When I went to the Crosstown Classic at the Cell last month, I drove to the field and parked in one of the huge lots, which was expensive, but...
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A true 'staycation': Local culinary tour lets you travel the world

One of the great things about living in a big city is the way it’s broken down into smaller, more navigable neighborhoods. When someone tells...
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Sweet Summer Solstice Potluck at the Chicago Honey Co-op this Friday

The role of honeybees in modern agriculture is fascinating. These fuzzy, dancing, social foragers are responsible for pollinating $15 billion worth of...
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Pappadeaux celebrates 10th anniversary with Cajun-style patio party

Kicking off the summer with a good patio party is a no-fail plan, but throw in all-day happy hour specials, live music and entertainment for both...
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