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sapient

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  1. I went here last Friday and it was great. They had just changed the menu that day. I can't wait to get back. I can't wait to get back. 3 of us did the 3 course meal which meant 3 apps, 3 pastas and 2 meats. The only thing I would change would be two of our apps. The crostini was good but not very interesting and the chilled mussel salad was fresh but dull. Otherwise it was all very, very good. The service was great and we had a fun time with our server. AND I managed to run into 3 people I knew that were dining there. So much fun. I happily recommend this restaurant. One last - get the polenta.
  2. They shopped at MY Whole Foods! Well, not mine but, you know....
  3. sapient

    Tagine Pot

    I received a tagine for Christmas. It's the glazed terra cotta from Sur La Table. It said to soak it for 12 hours before its first use. I was planning on oiling the inside but was wondering if there was anything else I should do? Thanks! Here's the one I got http://www.surlatable.com/product/glazed+t...asc=true&page=1
  4. I'm hitting a spot in Chicago that was known for their foie gras. But since the ban I know there are code words at some places. This might be a faux pas to ask but Ima hungry!
  5. Raw tomatoes. Oh how I've tried to like them.
  6. I'm curious as to what to expect. I'm just there for breakfast and I wondered if anyone knew what to think about what to expect. I would also like to know what the experiences are with dinner. Has anyone stayed at The James? It's near to where I work and I'm asked often to recommend places to stay and eat. I think with its proximity to Michigan Ave. I would suggest it but with a glut of whatever food around there I'd like to know if it was worth it.
  7. I'm totally embarrassed for my city. This is just ridiculous.
  8. The moment that got me was when one gentleman was asking if Tony would be back and he said something along the lines of "oh yes, Next year. I like it here." Then the one guy translate that second part and the guy says, "He can have it." Poignant and yet funny.
  9. Taste of Chicago! yes, I'm kidding. Sort of.
  10. Fox has yanked Kitchen Confidential, for now at least. The article doesn't say much. It's about midway down. NY Daily News
  11. During an all-night drink fest a friend of mine made his special sandwich that he named, "A Sandwich So Good It'll Make a Fat Baby Cry." I don't know about a baby but by the next day it certainly had us crying! :) Fortunately or not, I don't remember all that went into it.
  12. I think it comes out to 362880 with the above mentioned ingredients. And then there's the chicken.
  13. Chicago,John Hancock, 95th floor womens' restroom. It isn't very plush but it has the most incredible views. Men are often snuck in to have a look.
  14. Agreed! The foyer pic is far too tasty an amuse!
  15. This time 'round - Brussel Sprouts. Lots and lots AND lots of 'em. I don't know when I'll be able to eat them again I ate so many. Next month. :)
  16. Here's a link to the article in the Glenview Announcements.. Seems like they were less than forthcoming with ther financial stuation: Market Link
  17. Any word on this? I just checked the website and it's the same as in August. Or have they been open and I just haven't been paying attention?
  18. I was just there in August and oh those doughnuts! Totally agree about the bar closing too early and the feeling of being in The Shining. Too funny, my whole family commented on that and then we overheard others saying the same. As for restaurant around there, perhaps suggest he ask someone that works there. The people in the Orvis store know a lot about the area.
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