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Fab Review: Brunch at Band of Bohemia

March 3, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Brunch at Band of Bohemia // Fried Chicken Breast, Fried Kennebecs, Brisket Cheese Steak, and Knot Bagel // Photo: @topchicagoeatsLocated in Ravenswood, Band of Bohemia is a unique, culinary brewpub, where chef-driven dishes are created to pair perfectly with culinary-inspired beers that are brewed in-house. The restaurant is also the first Michelin-rated brewpub. The concept was created by Michael Carroll and Craig Sindelar, who both previously worked at Alinea.

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Fab Happenings: Downtown Evanston Dining Tour 2016

October 27, 2016 by Soo Park

Fab Happenings: Downtown Evanston Dining Tour // Smylie Brothers Brewing Co. // Photo: @fabsooparkDid you know that Downtown Evanston is the dining capital of Chicago’s North Shore? It has always been but the food scene is trendier than ever, complete with brewpubs, American classics, small plates and restaurants with a sustainability mindset.

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Fab Review: Forbidden Root

June 20, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Grilled Asparagus, Fried Giardiniere, and Gochugarou Chili Popcorn at Forbidden Root // Photo: @topchicagoeatsForbidden Root is an one-of-a-kind experience, as it is the first botanic brewery in Chicago. They aim to brew their beers from limited hop usage. Instead they use flowers, roots, herbs, and other natural ingredients. Along with the beers, they have a great food menu, which should not be overlooked. The dishes are primarily focused on local and organic ingredients and made to complement the beers. …

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Fab Review: Peckish Pig

January 26, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Over the past few years, Evanston has experienced an influx of restaurant openings from farm-to-table concepts, to gastropubs, and everything in between, but one stands out to me above the rest…Peckish Pig….

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Fab Happenings: Top 20 Things I Ate in Chicago 2015 by FabSooPark

January 4, 2016 by Soo Park

Soo Park || Photo: @roneng1As I reflect back on 2015, I can say it’s been a big year of growth and learning. Also, a time of living life to the FULLest. Literally, my belly was full. I ate my way through the year…pizzas, burgers, doughnuts, cake, sushi, sandwiches, etc. You name it, I ate it….

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