I went to a grand opening for a banh mi restaurant in Logan Square and Logan Oyster Social had a…read morereally nice set up in there giving away free oysters! I don't eat oysters but told a bunch of my friends so they could check them out. When they heard me say I don't like oysters so it's ok I'll pass, Jannice the Wife of Ricky the chef behind L.O.S. said oh no you must try this one then...I can't remember honestly which one I tried but she explained how the flavor is lighter etc. I put a few of the sauces and tried one and WOW! The flavors were great and the texture and flavor of the oyster were good to me. All of my friends that went and tried them really enjoyed them. I think its a really cool idea to have an oyster bar at event and with people like them running it they bring a different energy to catering. I wish them the best of luck.

Logan Oyster is amazing! I had the opportunity to try them out at a pop up during the fall. Oysters…read moreare my absolute favorite and Logan Oyster didn't disappoint. The oysters are fresh and flavorful and honestly simple amazing. I highly recommend 10:10 and follow them on social so you can catch them in the city. The owner is amazing and super friendly and go above and beyond to ensure you have a great experience.

Stopped by Katherine Annes to grab some valentines day chocolates. Love that I can support a local…read morebusiness that is so community oriented. Their sipping chocolate flight is amazing, but I'm also in love with their savory items like the kale salad. The irving park location is also very spacious and perfect for anyone studying or trying to get some work done. Service is friendly and they went above and beyond helping me pick up the perfect box of chocolates.

First thing the shop is absolutely beautiful! There's a cute little seating area that faces the…read morewindow. As well as a lovely main seating area! Everything is covered in soft velour and velvet and it's just beautiful! There's a great mural on the wall with different cute sayings painted on the leaves. I'll be sharing pictures of those so make sure you take a look! It's a little pricey for your average person but the quality of the chocolate which is from France and Germany makes it worth it! Their coffees come with a lot of options, some with very unique flavor combinations. I tried the rosemary caramel iced latte and I loved it! Which I was surprised by because I'm not usually a rosemary fan. They have a great variety of homemade marshmallows which I will also show you in the pictures, I can't resist a good marshmallow! So I had to try the brown butter marshmallows to bring home with me and oh my goodness! But the real winner for me was Homemade caramels! I would go back just for those! Especially the bacon one ! If you go there and try absolutely nothing else , get yourself a couple of those. you can thank me later ! The staff is super friendly and helpful! I also love that you can see back into the Candy Kitchen! So you know that all the Truffles and caramels and everything is prepared in-house and are super fresh and extra delicious! If you're ever near one of their many locations I encourage you to stop in! The coffee price point is actually very affordable, the truffle and marshmallow prices are truthfully probably comparable with like Godiva or Fannie May but they are made with much higher quality ingredients. Not someplace I would visit everyday, but definitely great for a special occasion! This would be a great business to visit for some sweet holiday treats! They have multiple shops! Support your local small businesses!!!

I got an Italian on sourdough and added roasted garlic aioli, no tomatoes, hot. It was SO GOOD…read more Definitely on the greasier side and I wasn't sure I made the right decision with the sourdough after seeing my friend's ciabatta, but I have no regrets. My partner got the Morty, hot, on sourdough with hot giardiniera. It was good, but the giardiniera was too hot and a little too overpowering so would probably not add that next time. Online ordering was super easy. Highly recommend.

The 78 special is fareaking INSANE!!! The spicy jam is out of this world. 10/10 highly recommend…read more You won't regret it.

I came to shop here yesterday, July 5th, after moving away in 2002. Although I live further…read morenortheast, I was in the area for an event, and I decided to do some shopping here. I will be doing my shopping more often at Windy City Produce. As compared to my neighborhood stores, I saved $20 + dollars. Every item is fresh and the customer service from each employee was superior. The parking lot has ample parking and I am very happy to have rediscovered WCP.

This grocery store is a little gem in our neighborhood. They have organic products including free…read morerange eggs. I wish they had more organic produce but what they do have always looks great. Their deli and ready made food is awesome, particularly their carnitas. The staff is awesome specially the deli staff, super friendly and willing to help and answer any questions.

This is a nice, accessible, small, manageable, non-mall alternative for your candy and nut gift…read moreneeds. Located right off the Kimball ramp of the Kennedy Expressway, and just one block south of the Home Depot at Kimball and Addison. The prices are fantastic. The employees are just the kind of people who should be working in a candy store-very sweet. They have chocolate covered everything here: nuts, berries, pretzels, plus those yogurt-covered candies, bags of whole nuts (cashews at $5.99 a lb.), chocolate and yogurt coated caramel and nut patties, and lot's of very reasonably priced holiday and gift packaged items. Many are between $5-10.00. (Great picks for those folks you don't really like but for some reason you need to give them a gift.) Or stocking stuffers. I acted as my own parent here and said: "OK, now you can buy one thing here, just ONE!" I ended up with a nice large bag of something I know I will eat in one day once I start on them: Chocolate-coated sponge candy. An 11 ounce bag for $5.14! Such a deal. If I'm a good boy this week, perhaps my inner parent will let me go back for more goodies!

Passed by this place while going for a run and had to stop in. Whoops…read more The actual store really isn't that big, but I still spent a ton of time browsing (and drooling over) all the wonderful candy. Chocolate, nuts, gift boxes, bulk orders--whatever you want, they've got it. I left with half a pound each of milk chocolate malt balls and strawberry yogurt covered raisins. Also, when you buy from the bulk bins, the very-sweet candy lady gives you a handful of candy to sample. You know, to juice up for your run. Duh.

Along with seeing what is offered in comparison to other grocery stores I shop at regularly, I…read morevisited Tony's Fresh Market because Upside, a cash back application offered a 12% cash back offer on grocery purchases. This Tony's Fresh Market location just happened to be one of the nearest to my neighborhood located on the west-side of Chicago. As for this visit, I had no issues whatsoever finding a parking spot for my vehicle. I have to admit, at first, I did not think I would find a spot until I drove to the backside of Tony's where I found a number of open spots available. Inside, the atmosphere felt very relaxed at this Tony's with a neighborhood grocery store vibe. Other than that, I must say that it was a break shopping here versus a Jewel-Osco, Pete's Fresh Market, or Mariano's. Now along with the items shelved being organized, the market is acceptably clean, and the aisles have plenty of maneuvering space in-between. I particularly searched for breakfast foods in hopes that I could find something on the lines of a box of Jimmy Dean - Croissant Egg & Cheese, but I could not. The items I took a liking to and ended up purchasing were a box of Gardein Ultimate Plant-Based Be'f & Broccoli, Lean Cuisine Cheese Ravioli, Ore-Ida Tater Tots, and a box of Frosted Grape Pop Tarts which I had never encountered before, ever! The Ore-Ida Tater Tots were a must purchase for me because as of late, I have been addicted to cooking tater tots in my air fryer as a late evening snack! I know, I know it is so bad eating tater tots late in the evening, but gosh, they are so darn good! For the most part, I enjoyed shopping at Tony's Fresh Market, but I just cannot see myself shopping here regularly due to it being out of my way. Return visits for me depend on whatever cash back offers Upside puts out involving grocery purchases. For my readers, I will leave you with this joke since I likely lost half of you with my review. How do you make a recipe pop with ginger? "Play "Spice Girls" songs while you cook!" Hahaha, get it? ~Live life daily. ~ Thomas G

I used to like Tony's-especially for fruits and veggies. A few years ago they changed ownership and…read morethe quality and prices changed for the worse. I consistently experience mushy fruits and avocado that is going bad internally. I don't think they practice good storage technique. The prices are also higher than before the change in ownership and the competition. For example they sell regular and organic bananas for 79 cents and 99 cents a pound. Whole Foods sells for 69 cents and 89 cents. I'll go to Tony's in a pinch if I desperately need something because it is walking distance but usually prefer to drive elsewhere where I get better quality for the same or slightly better price.

A wonderful supermarket full of delicious Central Asian Food attached to the Arzan Cafe next door…read more Highly recommended!

I love this place. They just sold me a cheese that changed my life. It's not my go to for regular…read moreeveryday stuff but if you want a little elevated something that makes it a little treat this is the spot for it. Also beacon donuts without having to go to there! Also the nicest staff!

If you've got a spare dollar or two burning a hole in your pocket and a hankering for rare cheese…read moreor super fresh veggies, the Dill Pickle is for you. Loads of organic and vegan options, much of the food is fresh from the farm and it shows. My favorite is the miscellany bun of small pieces of cheese. Spend $10 for a fantastic mini cheese plate. Come and get it!