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Sipsmith's V.J.O.P (which stands for Very Junipery Over Proof, a play on the "V.S.O.P" designation afforded to brandy) uses triple the usual amont of juniper during distillation.

Juniper-heavy Sipsmith Gin brings the Alps to your glass

June 8, 2018 at 2:15 p.m.

Whiskey, rich with toasty caramel notes and spice, may seem like the obvious winter spirit, but don't discount gin. "But gin is for summer," you say? Sure, floral, herbal and...

Six wild Burgundian snails are the star of the wood-grilled escargot ($12) at Le Sud. The Roscoe Village restaurant's version of this dish is not hiding in a pool of garlic butter or served in a scalding hot dish. Presented on a skewer, the mollusks are brushed with olive oil infused with herbs de provence before they're grilled, absorbing a delicate smoky flavor that lingers in your mouth. Tender and buttery, the snails are served with a few generous pats of herb butter that melt, adding another layer of fragrance and lusciousness. A side of green salad dressed with olive oil, lemon and salt provides a bright contrast to the skewer and a hearty country bread serves as a foundation for assembling a makeshift toast point. The portion is small, so make your dining companions order their own. $12. 2301 W. Roscoe St., 773-857-1985, <a href="https://lesudchicago.com/">lesudchicago.com</a> — Grace Wong

Apartment Therapy, impressed by First Slice Cafe’s charitable mission, gives face-lift

May 2, 2019 at 12:47 p.m.

"If you had $200 to surprise someone with a gift, what gift and to whom would you give it to?" When design blog Apartment Therapy posed this question to its...

Mix and match from a menu of tacos, including, from left, glazed jackfruit, chicken vindaloo and barbecue pork.

The historic Davis Theater reopens — now with a restaurant and bar

December 7, 2022 at 3:45 p.m.

Before Lincoln Square's Davis Theater closed in mid-January of this year, it was charmingly decrepit. Carpet was tearing in some spots, seats were uncomfortable and even the floor was wonky,...

19th-century Viennese chef Franz Sacher would be pleased, I think, by the version of his eponymous chocolate cake served at Café Selmarie in Lincoln Square. First, the top of each slice of Sacher torte is decorated with his name, elegantly written in chocolate script. Second, the cake is a real looker: Layers of chocolate cake are mortared with raspberry preserve and chocolate buttercream; the whole thing is then frosted with more buttercream and wrapped in a smooth sheet of bittersweet chocolate — firm enough to be eaten on its own, if you like, with a fork. Third, every bite is delicious. The devil's food cake is firm and pleasant, while the raspberry offers a deep berry counterpoint to all the chocolate. $4.20. 4729 N. Lincoln Ave., 773-989-5595, <a href="http://cafeselmarie.com/" target="_blank">www.cafeselmarie.com</a>. — Bill Daley

5 things to eat, drink, do this weekend

June 8, 2018 at 5:34 p.m.

Here's a holiday hit list of food and drink events to keep your spirits merry. 1) Cookies, cocoa and coloring For a little bit of quiet time with the little...

Chocolaty fudge makes for infinitely customizable holiday treats

May 2, 2019 at 1:07 p.m.

There are a lot of cliches about food and cooking, but one that consistently gets my goat is describing something as "made with love." It's so unimaginative, so boring and...

Maker’s Mark truck will hand out hot-toddy popcorn, free cider

June 8, 2018 at 6:10 p.m.

The last week before the holidays can be stressful for even the heartiest of Santa's elves, but Maker's Mark is hoping to lighten the load just a little bit. The...

Eat This: Biscuits and jam, a weekend treat at new Lillie’s Q brunch

May 2, 2019 at 12:47 p.m.

If you want to see unadulterated happiness, give a chubby grown man (me) a biscuit fresh from the oven. A just-baked biscuit, still warm to the touch, is a beautiful...

New crop of Chicago wine bars dropping pretension for service, geekdom

May 2, 2019 at 2:11 p.m.

New York and San Francisco are often cited as leading wine culture in this country, but back in the early aughts, too many wine bars were as pretentious as they...

5 things to eat, drink, do this weekend

June 8, 2018 at 6:46 p.m.

It's hard to believe, but there are only two weeks left to do your Christmas or Hanukkah shopping. Make like one of Santa's elves and hit up these holiday pop-ups,...

Cocktails in flasks, spiked slushies star at Bodega, just opened in River North

June 8, 2018 at 7:26 p.m.

For a quick and fun drink away from River North crowds, head to the second floor of the Acme Hotel. What could simply have been spillover space for cocktail den...

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