City Spritz

Sawada Coffee has been on my Chicago coffee list for a while, so I finally stopped in to try one of their most well-known drinks. Located in the West Loop and known for its creative specialty lattes, Sawada Coffee has built a strong reputation for unique, Japanese-inspired coffee drinks that stand out in Chicago’s coffee scene. After talking with the barista, I ordered the famous Military Latte made with espresso, matcha, vanilla, and cocoa powder, and I added extra vanilla f

Publican Quality Meats is a Chicago staple I’ve visited a few times, but this was my first time actually sitting down for lunch. I ordered the Turkey Bacon Ranch Sandwich on sesame sourdough, made with avocado, bibb lettuce, marinated Roma tomato, and ranch. Every bite tasted fresh and perfectly balanced—the savory turkey and bacon paired beautifully with the creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, and tangy ranch. Publican Quality Meats: 825 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL

Chicago Waffles is a West Loop neighborhood breakfast spot known for its extensive all-day menu, comforting classics, and, of course, its signature waffles. I recently had the opportunity to visit Chicago Waffles and explore some of its most popular breakfast offerings, and it was the perfect way to start the day. To begin, I ordered a classic Vanilla Latte which was exactly what I needed. For my entrée, I chose the Breakfast Sandwich, made with bacon, a fried egg, and cheese