By Jeff Pitts Shrimp cocktail is old school cool. The classic seafood dish is simple, easy to make, delightful to taste and timeless. The popular appetizer is traditionally chilled, served in a cocktail glass and sided with a cocktail sauce consisting of little more than ketchup and horseradish. Chicago Speakeasy takes care to render its […]

By Jeff Pitts Ever wonder what Bugs Bunny orders when he hits the town on the hunt for vegan fare? If he’s going to Proof — the hip eatery equipped with a modern vibe in downtown’s gateway — Bugs likely has a hankering for Chef Sean Wilson’s Coffee Roasted Carrot Soup. Wilson routinely makes mouths […]

By Eleni Upah In its early ears, caviar was so plentiful in America that it was given away in bars to make patrons thirsty — much like peanuts in today’s establishments. Due to overfishing, harvesting and selling black caviar was banned in Russia in 2007, and wild caviar production was suspended between 2008-2011 to allow for […]

By Eleni Upah Wash your hands and tuck that napkin into your shirt — it’s time to get messy. Chicken wings are a fan favorite when it comes to appetizers, so it’s only fitting to celebrate them in the poultry issue. While boneless wings have staged a major takeover in this food category, there’s just something […]

By Eleni Upah Even though the fall harvest several months away, it’s never too early to start talking about one of Iowa’s most delicious and versatile crops: squash. The Iowa climate is ideal for growing squash, which is perfect for restaurants like Alba that strive to use local ingredients in their meals. “The reason we […]