Tag Archives: restaurant

Ewa’s Pierogi

Posted on February 11, 2019 by smkelly8

Last week I tried Ewa’s Pierogi in Glenview for lunch. My friend who knows Polish food suggested Ewa’s which is near the public library on Glenview Road. The small restaurant is cheery and light. They offer all you’d expect from … Continue reading →

Posted in Experience, Food | Tagged affordable, cherry, cucumber, pierogi, Polish, restaurant, suburban | Leave a comment

Sugalabo

Posted on June 16, 2017 by smkelly8

Simon and Martina, with the help of the very-talented Dan, have made an outstanding video about a chef in Tokyo, who has an incredible respect and interest in local ingredients and regional cultures. I’d love to know how they got … Continue reading →

Posted in Asia, expensive, Food | Tagged chef, eating, food, foodies, Iron Chef, restaurant, Simon and Martina, Sugalabo, vicarious thrill, YouTube find | Leave a comment

Inspiration Kitchens

Posted on January 24, 2014 by smkelly8

I had a great brunch on Saturday at Inspirations Kitchens’ 3504 W. Lake St, near Garfield Park. It’s a restaurant where homeless people are trained for careers in restaurants. The atmosphere was bright, artsy and cheerful. The service was swift … Continue reading →

Posted in Tip, USA | Tagged Chess pie, Chicago, French toast, Homelessness, Inspiration Corporation, Inspiration Kitchens, Pecan pie, restaurant | Leave a comment

Thanksgiving in China

Posted on November 22, 2012 by smkelly8

I just got back from a wonderful Thanksgiving meal at the Hyatt in Jinan. They’re just up the road from Wanda Plaza, a shopping mall and not far from Batou Springs in the heart of downtown. They had a smorgasbord … Continue reading →