Angeles? Alternatively, are there any favorite coffee roasters around here that roast at the same place they sell? Maybe if I buy some coffee I can convince them to sell me a few handfuls of unroasted?

Kenny, Chocolate Shoppe seems intent on taking a scoop out of the Chicago ice cream market. What once was a 31 Flavors on W Devon is now Chocolate Shoppe. The ice cream, which I have only had once, was good, though not exactly to...

Recently had dinner at Kabul House, an Afghani restaurant on Dempster west of McCormick in Skokie. Overall it was a pretty good experience. Here’s what I tasted. Appetizer: Ashwat—scallion dumplings accompanied by a...

Looking for a recommended Indian restaurant on Devon Avenue or the Northwest Subarbs. Any suggestions?

The subject line says it all. I am looking for a good source of truffle oil, preferably not Whole Foods. What store do Chowhounds recommend? Is there a brand I should be looking for? Thanks.

A report on some varied dining experiences in Albany Park: Tre Kronor, 3258 W. Foster—I’ve tried this place twice for breakfast in the past couple of weeks and have not been disappointed. The room is small, bustling...

"I will soon be living within walking distance of the Penguin and am looking forward to trying all of their flavors. " Kenny, does that mean a name change is forthcoming? Kman from Ravenswood Manor (which is in walking distance of...

It’s in the old Kenny Rogers space, which has been completely gutted, so that the new Zankou looks rather lavish and upscale (yes Zankou). Is it open, or does anyone know when? This is great for those who live or work in...

the lid!!! Think about the wonderful evil bacon, how crispy it can become, but add to soup or beans as pork and beans and all you get is flavour and FAT!! Kenny Rogers chain, chicken never lasted here in our Canadian eating...

Chicago 'hounds, we have a mutual friend in Alex Kotlowitz. Several passages in Alex’s new book, “Never a City So Real,” take place in some favorite Chowhound joints—Manny’s, Edna’s, Mac...

Calling all Badgers and Badger-o-philes! Could you please offer ideas for a visitor when the weather turns warmer? Thank you.

Speaking of Thai food, I would like to share one of my favorite dishes at Super Chef...and its off the menu, so you guys might be turned on by this too. Its called “Guay Jaap” , its a noodle soup dish in the similar...

I saw the post below about the Marketplace on Oakton as a good source of produce. Has anybody been to the Lincolnwood Produce Mart near Lincoln&Touhy? How do the prices/freshness compare?

A friend who is in the wine business just ate at Chef’s Station in Evanston and was raving about it. He really knows food, so I trust his judgement. He also said the owner seemed like a really nice guy. The first I heard...

does anyone know where to buy dr.brown’s celery tonic? no, it’s not a nutritional supplement but a soda pop new yorkers like my father grew up with. he says he has checked with dominicks, jewel, treasure island. and i...