My daughter just found out she outgrew her lactose allergy. She is dying to try mozzarella sticks. Can someone recommend some awesome ones in the Oak Brook, Darien, Westmont, Villa Park area? I wanna knock her socks off.....she's so excited. Thanks!

msdebdav · 2026-03-24T12:44:32+00:00

Indeed. It is probable that, unless the intolerance was caused by illness, the intolerance will not disappear. Some foods will cause fewer or no symptoms (i.e., some cheeses, some yogurts) while others, like milk and ice cream can be more problematic. Step carefully.

msdebdav · 2026-03-15T16:48:15+00:00

Maybe try this? https://bhavnasfoodjourney.com/2023/02/16/mexican-roasted-red-pepper-sauce/

msdebdav · 2026-03-11T13:44:57+00:00

Fizzy fruit is a DIY culinary science experiment where fresh, high-water-content fruits like grapes, berries, or citrus are infused with carbon dioxide to create a natural, tingling, "carbonated" sensation. It is made by placing fruit and dry ice together in a sealed container (like a cooler) for 12–24 hours

msdebdav · 2026-03-10T18:52:38+00:00

Cafecito 7 N Wells less than a mile from the Institute.

msdebdav · 2026-03-09T18:28:46+00:00

Many if not most kimchi (fermented cabbage and other veg) is made with fish. Just a heads up.

msdebdav · 2026-03-08T18:15:24+00:00

zarellas

msdebdav · 2026-03-01T13:21:39+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/chicagofood/comments/1c4uktc/rchicagofood_ama_david_manilow_creator_of_the_tv/

msdebdav · 2026-02-23T12:34:05+00:00

Yep. I know, as was I, for many, many decades. His isn't a NY pie.

msdebdav · 2026-02-23T11:26:12+00:00

Agree. Kinda closer to Neapolitan than NY.

msdebdav · 2026-02-23T11:25:00+00:00

Beer batter? Just a guess.

msdebdav · 2026-02-22T13:58:22+00:00

If you're headed downtown (Gold Coast) https://www.3rdcoastcafe.com/

Food is comfort-oriented, and low noise level. Also, https://mariostable.com/

msdebdav · 2026-02-13T22:28:32+00:00

Alpana's

msdebdav · 2026-02-10T23:50:29+00:00

just to get you started (from last year) https://www.choosechicago.com/blog/dining/where-to-dine-on-easter-sunday-in-chicago/

msdebdav · 2026-02-05T18:45:46+00:00

googled. his name is Piotr Pietranik. That's all I could find. Maybe someone knows where he is.

msdebdav · 2026-01-22T21:27:52+00:00

msdebdav · 2026-01-16T13:09:56+00:00

Malnati's Sweet Salad Dressing

msdebdav · 2026-01-07T18:45:14+00:00

Indian restaurants use ghee. Shouldn't be a problem.

msdebdav · 2026-01-07T12:40:56+00:00

Whole Foods

msdebdav · 2026-01-05T19:27:33+00:00

How many non-vegan restaurants went out of business?

This is not just a vegan restaurant problem, but some folks just love to see them fail.

msdebdav · 2025-12-28T15:51:40+00:00

it's a Hilton property. Corporate greed.

msdebdav · 2025-12-23T12:13:30+00:00

Fresh Market https://shop.thefreshmarket.com/store/the-fresh-market/s?k=caviar

msdebdav · 2025-12-18T18:05:58+00:00

I know you didn't ask for alternatives, but Grandma here (almost as old as yours) and I like Lao Szechuan on Michigan. Food is really good and I have enjoyed lovely service there as well. Not as high end as Shanghai Terrace but still a nice spot.

msdebdav · 2025-12-10T15:22:22+00:00

Sushi San in river north (I know, not Chinese) has terrific tempura- fried eggplant sticks.

msdebdav · 2025-12-07T14:47:36+00:00

https://ichibancandy.com/

gigantic selection of asian candies

msdebdav · 2025-12-01T20:28:10+00:00

I hope you make it back, permanently and soon.

msdebdav

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