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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Kid-Friendly Brunch Spots by TheChicagoGoodLife

August 17, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Lemon Pancakes, Cheddar Scone, Maple-Glazed Bacon, Avocado, and Strawberry Watermelon Cooler at Kingsbury Street Café // Photo: @topchicagoeats

One of my favorite weekend activities to do in Chicago is to try different brunch spots around town. But after I had my son, my brunch requirements changed. I didn’t want to stop brunching, but needed to find kid-friendly places. A children’s menu, good service and atmosphere are all qualities I look for now….

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Filed Under: {Fab Happenings}, {Top 5} Tagged With: brunch, cornerstone cafe, kid-friendly, kingsbury street cafe, knife and tine, lakeview, Lincoln Park, logan square, stella barra, west loop, wishbone

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Coffee Shops in Chicago

May 18, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Military Latte and Old Fashioned at Sawada Coffee // Photo: @topchicagoeatsWorking from home can get repetitive so I’m always looking for cool coffee shops I can hang out at all day. Every coffee shop has its own atmosphere and level of comfort. I like to choose based on food options, which vary from pastries to small bites to a full food menu.

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Doughnuts in Chicago by PoweredbyDoughnuts

April 20, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Violet Sugar Doughnut at Mindy's HotChocolate Bakery // Photo: @poweredbydoughnutsDoughnuts are by far the hottest trend in the culinary world right now. A quick scroll through Instagram and you’ll find everything from Cronuts, doughnut ice cream sandwiches, the sushi doughnut, even spaghetti doughnuts (ewww…)! If you happen to be in the Windy City looking for the best doughnuts Chicago has to offer, there’s a good chance you may find yourself overwhelmed with all the different options. That’s where I come in….

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Restaurants I Ate at During Restaurant Week 2017

February 9, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Fried Chicken Sandwich at Blue Door Kitchen & Garden // Photo: @topchicagoeatsEvery year, I look forward to Chicago Restaurant Week (which is actually two weeks long) as many restaurants offer special prix fixe menus for a great price. Some of the restaurants even create unique dishes just for those two weeks (January 27 – February 9, 2017). Sadly, today is the last day.

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Filed Under: {Fab Happenings}, {Restaurants: Chicago}, {Restaurants}, {Top 5} Tagged With: beacon tavern, blue door kitchen & garden, cinnamon roll, creme brulee, dessert, ema, fried chicken sandwich, gold coast, green river, kimpton gray hotel, lamb kebab, lettuce entertain you restaurants, mac & cheese, mediterranean food, panna cotta, river north, shrimp & grits, steadfast, stuffed french toast, the loop

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Places to Eat at Mitsuwa

January 25, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Edomae Tempura at Hannosuke // Photo: @topchicagoeats

Mitsuwa Marketplace is a large Japanese grocery store in Arlington Heights that also features a food court with various restaurants. If you have never been to Mitsuwa before, it can be a little overwhelming to figure out what you want to eat. From ramen to tempura to matcha ice cream, there are many options in the food court.

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Filed Under: {Fab Happenings}, {Restaurants: Chicago Suburbs}, {Restaurants}, {Top 5} Tagged With: curry, ice cream, lychee, matcha, matcha parfait, miso ramen, mitsuwa, mitsuwa marketplace, noodles, ramen, salmon roe, shaved ice, tempura, udon

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Food Trucks in 2016 by Senxeats

January 11, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Porky Fries from Lucy's // Photo: @senxeatsWhat a year it’s been! Lots of questionable and unfortunate things have happened in 2016, but Chicago’s food scene has continued to truck on (pun intended). I’ve been very grateful to be able to explore in greater depth the amazing food that Chicago has to offer, starting with Instagram back in spring and being so lucky to join the Fab Food Chicago team this past October. It’s always hard to make a list of the best things I’ve eaten, so I’ve decided to do a “Top 5 Food Trucks” list to narrow down my options.

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Holiday Treats in Chicago

December 22, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Gingerbread Cake Shake at Public House // Photo: @topchicagoeatsThe excitement of the holidays is in the air as you hear holiday music and see people shopping for presents. As the holidays get near, many people look forward to holiday-inspired treats. Whether you’re going to a party or family get-together, bringing treats is a must!

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Pumpkin Treats in Chicago

November 17, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Pumpkin Meringue Pie at Sweet Mandy B's // Photo: @topchicagoeatsThe weather is cool and crisp and the leaves are changing colors. Now that the temperature is dropping and it’s sweater weather, it can only mean one thing… the holidays are approaching! It’s almost Thanksgiving, which obviously means it’s the season for treats that taste like fall aka pumpkin flavored treats.

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Filed Under: {Fab Happenings}, {Top 5} Tagged With: cocoa + co., cupcake, dark matter coffee, donut, doughssant, fall, firecakes, holidays, hot chocolate, la colombre, pie, pumpkin, Sweet Mandy B’s, vanille patisserie, west town bakery

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Restaurants in Logan Square

November 3, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Pretzel with Cauliflower Fondue and Charcuterie Board at Table, Donkey, and Stick // Photo: @topchicagoeatsLogan Square is one of my favorite neighborhoods to eat and drink in Chicago because there are so many different types of restaurants for whatever mood you’re in. From Mexican to Italian to sushi, there is sure to be something to suit your taste!

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Ice Cream Shops in Chicago

July 14, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Ice Cream Shops in Chicago #fabfoodchicago // The Original Rainbow Cone // Photo: @topchicagoeatsChicago is the best city to be in the summertime. And, when I hear the word “summer”, the only things I can think about is laying on the beach, dining alfresco, and of course…eating ice cream! It’s a great way to beat the heat.

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Filed Under: {Fab Happenings}, {Top 5} Tagged With: cone, george's ice cream, ice cream, jeni's ice cream, lickity split, original rainbow cone

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