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Fab Happenings: Top 10 Things I Ate/Drank in 2018 by Soo Park

January 22, 2019 by Soo Park

Fab Happenings: Top 10 Things I Ate/Drank in 2018 by Soo Park // Whole Fish Sashimi at Raisu // Photo: @fabsoopark

Fab Happenings: Top 10 Things I Ate/Drank in 2018 by Soo Park // Whole Fish Sashimi at Raisu // Photo: @fabsoopark

Eeeeek! I can’t believe January is almost over. I really had plans to get this article out earlier but, you know, life happened. We had a whole lot of sickness going on in our house this month. My little one (@fabfoodbaby) had an upper respiratory infection and I had strep. UGH! And, just when we started to feel better, we both got sick again. Please put us in a bubble….

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Fab Happenings: Chicago’s North Shore Restaurant Month 2018

February 21, 2018 by Soo Park

Fab Happenings: Chicago's North Shore Restaurant Month 2018 // Elote Pizza at Grateful Bites // Photo: @fabfoodchicagoChicago’s North Shore Convention & Visitor’s Bureau is celebrating their 10th year of North Shore Restaurant Month. Every year, participating restaurants in the North Shore offer special dining deals for the whole month of February, except Valentine’s Day. Offers include 15% off guest check, FREE appetizer or dessert with a purchase of an entrée, and special prix fixe menus. It’s a wonderful way to try a new restaurant in the area or go back to your favorites.

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Fab Happenings: Top 10 Things I Ate in 2017 by Soo Park

January 11, 2018 by Soo Park

Roman-style Pizza at Bonci // Photo: @fabsooparkStarting at a very young age, food has always been an important part of my life. Whether it was sitting down and eating a meal together as a family or helping mom and grandma in the kitchen, it was always about sharing experiences through food. As a food blogger, sometimes I forget that it’s not about taking that perfect picture but about the people you’re with and the memories you make.

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Fab Review: Brunch at La Storia

September 15, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Brunch at La Storia // Monkey Bread, Margherita Pizza, Avocado & Lobster Toast, and Coming Up Roses Cocktails // Photo: @topchicagoeatsTucked away between residential buildings in the Gold Coast, you’ll find La Storia. La Storia offers great dining options daily, but the brunch menu is what really shines. Zachary Dawson, the restaurant’s Chef de Cuisine, created an exquisite new menu known as the Social Brunch. With mouth-watering dining options and drink specials, this brunch package is a great way to spend your weekend, dining and socializing with friends.
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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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Fab Review: Brunch at Green Street Local

January 27, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Green Street Local // Mamma's French Toast // Photo: @topchicagoeatsGreen Street Local, a classic comfort American restaurant with an upscale twist, has recently launched their new brunch menu for 2017. True to their name, Green Street Local uses Chicago as its inspiration and focuses on regionally sourced ingredients.

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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 Happenings: Fab Food Chicago’s Pizza on Giordano’s Menu

July 6, 2016 by Soo Park

Fab Happenings: Fab Food Chicago's Pizza on Giordano's Menu // Photo: @fabsooparkIt’s official. My winning pizza from Giordano’s First Pie-Off will be on the menu starting July 11th until the end of August at the Andersonville location….

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Happy Hour Specials in Chicago

April 11, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Shrimp, King Crab Legs, and Scallop Crudo at Hubbard Inn // Photo: @topchicagoeatsAfter a long work day, grabbing food and drinks with friends is the highlight of my day. Who doesn’t love a good happy hour with exceptional deals? No one wants to always just “work, work, work, work, work, work…”…

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Fab Recipe: Chicago-style Deep Dish Pizza

March 10, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Fab Recipe: Chicago-style Deep Dish Pizza by Emmy Gottschalk // Photo: @sherriesavorsthecityChicago is home of the deep dish pizza. As much as I love ordering it at my favorite spots in the city, I yearn to make it at home. So when one of my favorite Instagrammers, Emmy Gottschalk, told me that she had a great recipe for it, I jumped at the chance….

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