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Fab Recipe: Korean Vegetable Bibimbap // Nature’s Intent Organic Apple Cider Vinegar // Photo: @fabsoopark
Bibimbap (비빔밥) meaning “mixed rice” in Korean is the ultimate comfort for me. It’s an all-in-one meal that is both healthy and gratifying. I use Nature’s Intent Organic Apple Cider Vinegar to help elevate the flavor in my favorite comfort dish.
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Benihana is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year. If you haven’t been, Benihana is known for its fresh food prepared on teppanyaki grills and theatric presentation. It’s not just a meal you’re getting but also a whole dining experience.
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Fab Review: Meli Cafe // Brunch // Photo: @fabsoopark
Brunch is always a good idea, especially at Meli Cafe. The best part? You don’t have to wait until the weekend to have brunch food. Benedicts, French toast, pancakes, crepes, yogurt, and more are available all day, every day. Meli has three locations: Greek Town, River North, and Printer’s Row. Dinner is also served at the Printer’s Row location.
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Spring has sprung… well, kinda. I can’t believe we actually had snow last week in Chicago. Besides that minor detail, spring is officially here and I have healthy foods and fresh veggies on my mind. I’m hoping my magical Healthy Vegetarian Rainbow Sandwich will bring the warm weather back sooner rather than later….
Living in Chicago, you never know when the weather will be hot or cold. Good thing we have so many food options for unpredictable weather in the city! My go-to is hot soup or stew, no matter what temperature it is outside. My favorites are Korean stews and soups at Ahjoomah’s Apron….
As a child, not many of us liked to eat our veggies, especially Brussels sprouts. For me, my family rarely, if ever, served Brussels spouts, so I was actually not very familiar with them, but I know my friends did not like them. The first time my family served Brussels sprout, I was a little hesitant to try. However, I am so glad I did! For me personally, as I got older, I started to enjoy more complex and bitter flavors. I’ve taken a strong liking to the vegetable and will order it at almost any restaurant that serves it….
Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish that has become especially popular in the US during recent years. Bibimbap, which means mixed rice, is served with warm white rice, assorted vegetables, protein of choice, and a fried egg. Gochujang (chili red paste) or soy sauce is mixed in for added flavor….