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Allez Bakery in Cincinnati, Ohio, has quickly become one of my favorite stops for breakfast and lunch. On my latest visit, I enjoyed a mix of sweet treats, coffee, and a classic Cuban sandwich. I started with the Vanilla Tonka Iced Latte, a perfectly balanced drink with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s a refreshing choice for a morning or midday pick-me-up. No visit to Allez Bakery is complete without their Coffee Cake. Crumbly on the outside, rich in cinnamon, and pe

Noble Fat recently opened a Lincoln Park location following its popular run at Green City Market, and I stopped by to try some of its notable matcha drinks on a Saturday morning. I decided to try the Ube Matcha Latte, a unique twist on traditional matcha with subtle ube flavor. While I usually prefer sweeter matcha drinks, this one was still enjoyable and offered a rich, earthy flavor profile. Noble Fat is a must-visit for anyone looking to explore creative matcha and special

I love discovering new bakeries, and I was excited to visit Dorothy’s Bakery during its opening weekend in Chicago. As an early riser, I was able to skip the long lines and pick exactly which bakery items I wanted to try. For breakfast, I ordered The Frankie breakfast sandwich, made with bacon, eggs, cheese, microgreens, and apple butter on a homemade English muffin. The sweet and savory balance made every bite satisfying, and the English muffin added the perfect texture to c

While taking a break from work, I decided to try a new (to me) coffee spot in the Loop — Intelligentsia Coffee, one of Chicago’s most well-known coffee shops. My first impression of the cafe was how lively it was during the weekday rush, filled with people hosting coffee chats, remote workers on laptops, and others grabbing their coffees to go. I ordered the classic vanilla latte, which turned out to be the perfect pick-me-up for the middle of the week. The espresso was smoot

Two Zero Three Coffee Bar, located in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, is a hidden gem for specialty coffee lovers. I recently discovered...

Blame Butter is one of Chicago’s most buzzed-about new bakeries, known for its creative and artfully made pies. During a recent Sunday...

If you’re searching for the best breakfast sandwiches in Chicago, Nookies should definitely be on your list. Nookies Chicago is a go-to...

D’Amato’s Bakery in Chicago’s West Town has been on my must-try list for quite some time, and I finally had the chance to stop by and try...

If there’s one dumpling spot that constantly gets recommended in Chicago’s Chinatown, it’s Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings (QXY). Known for...

Lately, I've been on a mission to find the best breakfast sandwiches in Chicago, and Range in Lincoln Park was next on my list. Known for...

Whether you're starting your day with a walk through Lincoln Park or in need of an afternoon caffeine boost, Olor Coffee Bar is a...

Tortello is one of those classic Wicker Park restaurants that always comes up when people talk about fresh pasta in Chicago. I hadn’t...

If you're searching for a brunch destination that delivers on both flavor and atmosphere, Abrah Bakery and Daily Bistro is a must-visit...

If you're on the hunt for a new café in Lincoln Park, Cafe Yaya is a must-visit. This cozy spot offers house-made pastries, flavorful...

Summer in Chicago means one thing: it's officially ice cream and gelato season! If you're looking to cool off with something sweet, Black...

There’s something special about discovering a new neighborhood coffee and bagel spot in Chicago—and The Bagelers Coffeehouse definitely...

If you’ve walked past Soloway Coffee in Chicago, you’ve probably noticed the line out the door—and for good reason. Known for its...

After an energizing workout class in Chicago’s West Loop, stopping by Vietfive was the perfect way to refuel. Known as a neighborhood...

Lately, I’ve been on a mission to discover more pizza spots in Chicago, and Dough Bros Pizzeria & Sub Shop was next. Known for its New...

After walking past Kanela Breakfast Club in Chicago countless times, I finally made the stop for breakfast—and I’m so glad I did. From...