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Pikliz: The Haitian Condiment You Need for Summer

May was Haitian Heritage month. My husband is Haitian, and I’m always looking to learn more about Haitian cuisine so I can pass that part of her heritage onto my daughter. I learned a long time ago ...

The “Little Dragon” Herb: Tarragon

Fresh tarragon, beloved herb, French staple, is in full swing. With an extensive early spring through early fall harvest, this hardy perennial is here and taking over our culinary tool belts. ...

Red Cabbage and Green Apple Slaw

If you are familiar with Lincoln Square, you've probably heard about or even attended the annual Apple Fest in October. The Chopping Block is famous for our Apple Pie, and we bake a lot of them for ...

Chicago Bakeries Worth The Wait

by Kate A 5/8/25 10:30 AM

I’m always asked by friends, local to Chicago and those visiting, for the best places to eat...Read more

Summerween

by Lisa C 5/7/25 10:30 AM

Did you know that there is a large faction of people that celebrate Halloween in the summer?...Read more

What is Chinese Black Vinegar and How to Use It?

by Sara 5/6/25 10:30 AM

Believe it or not, in all my years of professional cooking, I had never used Chinese black...Read more

Crawfish 101: How to Boil, Peel, and Enjoy This Southern Delicacy

by Andrea 5/2/25 10:30 AM

It's the season of the crawfish boil, where flavors are bold, hands get messy, and the...Read more

Spring Into these New Techniques

by Laura S 5/1/25 10:30 AM

Spring has finally sprung here in the Midwest, and I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to...Read more

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Pikliz: The Haitian Condiment You Need for Summer

The “Little Dragon” Herb: Tarragon

Red Cabbage and Green Apple Slaw

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