Category: Italian Beef
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July 4th Neighborhood Fireworks
The big fireworks displays went on hiatus as the country continues to combat COVID-19. Neighborhood folks in Chicago picked up the slack…and then some. I don’t remember ever seeing or hearing such a constant string of fireworks. For weeks leading up to Independence Day, explosions peppered in the distance as I wound down my evenings.…
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Big Beef Runners
A big beef from Portillo’s recently found its way into my home. I Grubhubbed the BBS (big, beautiful sandwich) with hot and an order of large fries. Since I was ordering, I added a second meal for the next day – two chili dogs. Doubling up my orders has become standard practice during the coronavirus…
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Lunch Angle podcast: hot dogs, sausage, beef & fries
Deep analysis of hot dogs, sausage, beef & fries on the Lunch Angle podcast…Listen here: https://chipod.libsyn.com/website/lunch-angle-little-joes
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Khalil Mack Makes Everything Better, Including Pizza
I walked down my block towards the Blue line in my Trubisky jersey yesterday on my way to meet the Grahamdogger and crew at Kroll’s South Loop before the Bears game. A neighbor emerged from his front door wearing a Khalil Mack jersey. We exchanged knowing nods and slight smiles of anticipation. A homeless woman…
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New Podcast on the ChiPOD – M&B Annual Lock-in
Listen here: https://chipod.libsyn.com/website/the-draft-party
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Portillo’s Beef – NOT Dipped or Wet
Took the UP-West Metra line from Ogilvie Station to La Fox, where my brother-in-law and niece & nephew picked me up. Immediately, we cruised towards the Portillo’s on Randall Rd. for a drive-thru experience. My nephew Justin prefers the ribs at Portillo’s – an aggressive order I can appreciate. Madison, my 13-year-old pescatarian niece, opted…
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New Matt & Brendan Podcast on the chiPOD – Find out how firefighters clean up
Matt, in preparation for his big speech at the firehouse, tells Brendan about Hero Wipes. Follow the link to listen: https://chipod.libsyn.com/website/hero-wipes
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Atomic Combo – Roma’s in Portage Park
I have a new favorite Italian combo. I don’t declare that lightly. I’ve held strong to my previous favorite for decades – the one I grew up with…and maybe the love had grown stagnant…because I was opting for the combo less and less…simply getting beefs. This past weekend I went searching and got my groove…
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Comfort Beef
The Italian beef you grew up with holds lots of significance to a Chicago-area kid. Little Joe’s on Plainfield and LaGrange Rd was my first beef love. And it still holds true. Was back in the area until noon for some Dahlcasting and a WGN Morning News appearance. I woke up a 5am and ate…
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A Gorgeous Italian Beef in Galewood
I picked up some folding chairs at the Walmart Supercenter, 4650 W. North Avenue. Mission completed, I felt I should reward myself with a beef sandwich. About 20 blocks west is Serrelli’s – at North & Elmwood. It’s a grocery with a sandwich counter. I came for the Italian beef, although I was mighty tempted…
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