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 Happenings: Top 10 Things I Ate/Drank in 2018 by Soo Park
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….
Fab Happenings: Downtown Evanston Dining Tour 2018
Who says suburban restaurants need to be boring or limited to chain restaurants? Downtown Evanston has one of the most vibrant food scenes in the Chicagoland area. From farm-to-table to ravioli and Asian eats, all your cravings are just a stone throw’s away and easily accessible via CTA Purple Line and Metra North Line….
Fab Review: Mozu Sushi & Izakaya
Mozu Sushi & Izakaya is a contemporary Korean-Japanese restaurant located in the heart of Glenview, inside a strip mall on Milwaukee Avenue. Yes, a strip mall. I know what you are thinking but it’s a place that shouldn’t be overlooked.
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Fab Review: Ramen-san
Ramen-san, a casual ramen spot by Lettuce Entertain You, is located in the heart of River North. Although ramen is considered Japanese, Ramen-san is a little more fusion than most other ramen places. The menu has elements and flavors from various Asian countries….
Fab Review: Blufish Vernon Hills
Blufish, in Vernon Hills, is the third restaurant in the Blufish family. Owned and run by two brothers, Chuck and Matt Choi, this location was chosen based on the client base from their sister restaurants in Glenview and Park Ridge. They found customers in the Vernon Hills area were traveling far to dine at their establishment so they decided to open one in the neighborhood. They opened on December 1st, a date with special meaning to Chuck, his son’s birthday. …
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Things I Ate in 2015 by VansVentures
The New Year has come so quickly. As I reflect back on moments from 2015, the year was filled many firsts. It was my first year becoming active in the Instagram community and it was the first year I encountered a whole new community of people. I am so grateful to have made many friends and I hope the trend continues in the new year. …
Fab Happenings: Fab Food Chicago at Lure Izakaya – CLOSED
We came (with hungry appetites). We saw (through our camera lenses). We conquered (the food). …
Fab Review: Juno, Omakase Experience
Juno, located in Lincoln Park, serves authentic Japanese fare with a contemporary flair. Best known for its raw fish preparations and creative Omakase, Juno is a popular destination amongst Chicagoans for quality sushi.
Earlier this year, I took hubby to Juno for his birthday. He wanted great food in a casual environment. Juno was the perfect place. The food is always consistent and never disappoints. Chef B.K. Park is a master of his craft who takes the art of sushi seriously.
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