Food Fridays: Exploring Chicago Through Listener Food Recs

By Meha Ahmad, Sasha-Ann Simons
First Watch Expands Footprint to the Windy City with First Chicagoland Restaurant Opening
For those with discerning palates craving something new for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, First Watch is bringing its delicious, unique offerings to Chicago for the first time. From organic and locally-sourced options to traditional, classic favorites with a twist, there’s something for everyone on the menu. For more information, please visit FirstWatch.com. Business Wire / Associated Press
First Watch Expands Footprint to the Windy City with First Chicagoland Restaurant Opening
For those with discerning palates craving something new for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, First Watch is bringing its delicious, unique offerings to Chicago for the first time. From organic and locally-sourced options to traditional, classic favorites with a twist, there’s something for everyone on the menu. For more information, please visit FirstWatch.com. Business Wire / Associated Press

Food Fridays: Exploring Chicago Through Listener Food Recs

By Meha Ahmad, Sasha-Ann Simons
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Every global city has local eats they’re proud of, but few are as loud and proud as Chicago. Built and defined by its diverse culinary scene, Chicago is the city of Big Shoulders — and big appetites. Through its food, you can learn a lot about the city, its people and even its history.

Reset invites listeners to share their favorite local food recommendations on where to go, what to order and why they love it. We also talk to WBEZ’s Monica Eng about why food is the best way to learn about the soul of Chicago.

GUEST: Monica Eng, WBEZ Curious City reporter; co-host of the podcast Chewing