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Fab Recipe: PRE Brands Steak Bruschetta 3 Ways

November 21, 2016 by Soo Park

‘Tis the season for parties, gatherings, and celebrations. Whether you are hosting or attending a fabulous holiday soirée, delight your guests with my easy PRE Brands Steak Bruschetta 3 Ways recipes. You’ll be sure to impress with no stress.

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Restaurants in Logan Square

November 3, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Logan Square is one of my favorite neighborhoods to eat and drink in Chicago because there are so many different types of restaurants for whatever mood you’re in. From Mexican to Italian to sushi, there is sure to be something to suit your taste!

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Fab Review: Mott St

January 22, 2016 by Soo Park

Mott St, the sister restaurant of Ruxbin, is a hip and edgy, Asian-influenced restaurant inspired by street food and night markets in Asia. Chef Edward Kim’s mashup of various cuisines including Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Mexican, and Italian are both brilliant and bold. …

Fab Review: CRĪO

December 29, 2015 by Contributing Writer

The word ‘Gastropub’ is defined as “a pub that specializes in serving high-quality food.” Well, if there is one place that truly embodies every aspect of that definition, it would be CRĪO. CRĪO is one of my favorite brunch and dinner gastropubs, and even better? It’s located right in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. …

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Cheap Eats in Lincoln Park

December 21, 2015 by Contributing Writer

Spam Musubi at Aloha Eats // Photo: @fabsoopark

Lincoln Park has a thriving and diverse food scene. There are always new eateries and restaurants to discover. I truly believe that one could never get bored of eating out in Lincoln Park. One of the best parts about Lincoln Park, in my opinion, is that it is home to my alma-matter – DePaul University. With a huge student base all year round, Lincoln Park excels in fun and exciting cheap eats that keeps your food game strong without killing your wallet….

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Empanadas in Chicago

December 7, 2015 by Contributing Writer

I’ve always had a soft spot for empanadas. Growing up in the Philippines, I have so many memories of making the dough, filling, assembling, and frying these handheld beauties with my family. When my grandma was alive, it was one of the few things she would request from me. She ate a very healthy diet but would indulge on my homemade empanadas, once in awhile. They were time-consuming to make but it was worth it at the end. There is something magical about biting into the crisp flaky dough and the flavorful filling. Nevertheless, I always think of my grandma when I eat empanadas….

Fab Review: Allende Restaurant

October 16, 2015 by Contributing Writer

Allende is one of those hole-in-the-wall places that you might pass over at first glance. I highly recommend you don’t or you’ll miss out on a treasure trove of authentic Mexican food. Although the interior design of the restaurant leaves much to be desired, Allende gives you great Mexican food for a price that won’t hurt your wallet….