City Spritz

While spending the weekend in Fulton Market, I stopped by Discourse Coffee during my morning walk to try one of their more creative specialty drinks. Known for its inventive menu and unique flavor pairings, Discourse Coffee has become a standout in Chicago’s coffee scene, especially for those looking for something beyond a traditional latte or matcha. I ordered the Flora, a matcha drink made with lavender honey syrup, rosewater, candied lemon powder, and French sea salt. The

Before dinner at Giant just a few doors down, I stopped at Scofflaw, a well-known bar in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood that’s often praised for its creative cocktails and cozy, vintage-inspired atmosphere. It was the perfect pre-dinner stop and a great introduction to one of Chicago’s most iconic cocktail bars. I started with the Field Portal cocktail, made with tequila, lemon, pear liqueur, ginger, lucky falernum, and egg white. It was perfectly balanced—bright citrus

Giant has been on my “must-try” list for a while, but after finally dining there, I genuinely think it deserves a spot on everyone’s Chicago restaurant list. Known for its creative Italian-inspired menu and bold flavor combinations, Giant in Logan Square delivers a memorable dining experience in the city. We started with cocktails, including the Red Flag made with mezcal and citrus, which was bright, smoky, and perfectly balanced. For appetizers, the Jalapeño Biscuit with map