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Fab Review: Raisu

August 20, 2018 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Raisu // Whole Red Snapper // Photo: Raisu Japanese Fine DiningRaisu opened in August 2017 in an unassuming location on Irving Park Road. Although they kept a low profile in the beginning, people are starting to notice the exceptional sushi they offer. Expect high quality fish that is beautifully presented.

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Valentine’s Day Treats

February 13, 2018 by Contributing Writer

Cupid Shuffle Tacolato at Parlor Pizza Bar // Photo: @topchicagoeatsFebruary is the sweetest time of the year…literally. From heart-shaped cookies to red velvet cake, there is no shortage of Valentine’s Day themed treats. Whether you prefer traditional seasonal favorites or creative one-of-a-kind treats, my list has you covered.

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Filed Under: {Fab Happenings}, {Top 5} Tagged With: amorino, bang bang pie & biscuits, bucktown, cake, dessert, gelato, gold coast, latte, logan square, macaron, milkshake, parlor, pie, public house, ravenswood, river north, sweets, valentine's day, valentine's dessert, west loop, wicker park

Fab Happenings: Chicago’s North Shore Restaurant Month 2017

February 16, 2017 by Soo Park

Fab Happenings: Chicago's North Shore Restaurant Month 2017 // Burger at Guildhall // Photo: @fabsooparkIf you haven’t heard, February is Chicago’s North Shore Restaurant Month. It’s a whole month dedicated to dining deals from over 100 restaurants in the North Shore. YES! It’s a foodie paradise you don’t want to miss. …

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Filed Under: {Events}, {Fab Happenings}, {Restaurants: Chicago Suburbs}, {Restaurants} Tagged With: ahi tuna crudo, appetizers, bob chinn's, burger, cake, charcuterie, cheese, Chicago Suburbs, chicago's north shore, crab claws, cupcake, deals, dessert, dinner, evanston, fish & chips, flatbread, fried chicken, fried shrimp, fries, garlic rolls, glencoe, glenview, guildhall, ice cream, kaufman's, kaufman's deli, key lime pie, kimchi fried rice, lamb kebob, lunch, nachos, north branch, north shore, pasta, pastries, Peckish Pig, pie, pizza, popcorn, pretzel, sandwiches, skokie, steak, sticky toffee pudding, suburbs, vegetarian, wheeling

Fab Happenings: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Chicago

August 14, 2016 by Soo Park

Fab Happenings: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck in Chicago // Photo: @fabsooparkThe Hello Kitty Cafe Truck arrived in Chicago yesterday and the cuteness is hard to handle. This weekend only (8/13-8/14), the Hello Kitty Cafe truck will be parked in the roundabout by Urban Outfitters at Oakbrook Center, between 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sweet treats, adorable merchandise, and pink bows…I was in kitty heaven….

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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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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Doughnut Shops in Chicago

November 9, 2015 by Soo Park

Stan's Donuts // Photo: @fabsoopark

Donut judge. I frequently think to myself, D.I.E.T. (Did I eat that?) This is especially true when it comes to doughnuts. I don’t know about you but I can’t resist these deep-fried, doughy treats especially if they are glazed and filled with chocolate, fruit, or custard. #thestruggleisreal…

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Cupcakes in Chicago

October 19, 2015 by Contributing Writer

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Molly’s Cupcakes // Photo: @chelsias

Cupcakes have been all the rage the past few years. With shows like Cupcake Wars and DC Cupcakes, you can see why the obsession for this sweet treat exists. I personally don’t have a big sweet tooth but I find myself drawn in by the call of cupcakes, too….

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Fab Recipe: Cake Batter French Toast

October 7, 2015 by Contributing Writer

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We’re excited to share our very first blogger collaboration! From time to time, Fab Food Chicago will be highlighting a blogger or Instagrammer we love. We want to support people in the community who are just as obsessed as we are, about food and the art of food.

Meet blogger, Caitlin Lee aka Public Lives, Secret Recipes. …

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