Chicago Living - Relocation Guide 2008 - (Page 78)

➡ dining Chi Talk Kristine subido executive Chef, WAVe restaurant at W Hotel, Lakeshore drive Where were you born and raised? i was born in Manila in the Philippines. My family came to Chicago when i was 8 years old. Where do you currently reside? i live on the northwest side in the Petersen Park area around bryn Mawr and Foster avenues. Five things you love about Chicago: 1 Lake shore drive. i drive it every day to get to work. it’s great even when i’m stuck in traffic because i have a beautiful view of the lake. 2 ethnic neighborhoods. i am big on ethnic restaurants and there are so many different ethnic neighborhoods in Chicago. 3 summer festivals. i love going to the different community events such as the Korean and romanian festivals. 4 Family friendly downtown. i have a 3year-old and the downtown area has lots of activities for children. We have the best of the best here such as the Field Museum, Adler Planetarium and the shedd Aquarium. it’s really fun for us as a family. 5 Wrigleyville. i like watching Cubs games at the old Wrigley Field. the area is a study in contrasts with the old baseball park embraced by new neighborhood condos. What makes Chicago special in the culinary/dining world? We have many talented young chefs here such as Grant Achatz of Alinea restaurant and Michael sheerin from blackbird. We also have many mom and pop places where you can experience authentic cuisines and cultures. You could have indian, Puerto rican and thai all in one day and you wouldn’t even have to travel very far. the Lincoln Park Green City farmers’ market is a great place to buy fresh ingredients. i cook at home three or four times a week and i often shop there. the seasonal produce is really good. Green Zebra Restaurant What’s for Dinner? Flavors from around the globe waft from city streets. If you seek white-glove fine dining with an extraordinary view, authentic ethnic eateries or simply good home-style suppers, Chicago is your kind of town. Experimental chefs play with their ingredients and their presentations. At Moto, Chef Cantu blends science with culinary skills for a tasteful, fullsensory experience that includes the use of helium and liquid nitrogen. Hot Doug’s is a place where you can get a traditional brat or a Cognac-infused smoked pheasant sausage with truffle sauce moutarde and aged Manchego cheese. Whether you have a craving for something different or something familiar, one of the thousands of option in this city will certainly satisfy. GOLD COAST This swank Chicago neighborhood is especially known for its exquisite boutiques, designer shops and a surprisingly wide variety of dining opportunities. For time-strapped shoppers, Water Tower Place has an upscale food court with quick and tasty options, from a made-to-order organic juice bar to veggie stir-fry and comfort foods like baked macaroni and cheese. 78 chicagol i v i ngmag.com C h i c a g o L i v in g 2008 http://www.chicagolivingmag.com

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