I love you Jolly Inn. Your catered goodies for my friend's birthday this weekend were spot on delicious. The meat pierogi were supple and savory, the stuffed pyzy was warm and comforting, the cheese blintz was subtly sweet and the meatballs were just…More »
It helps to know what they do well and that would be anything traditionally Polish on the buffet… Read more »
Ridiculous. My banana split paczki was ridiculously yummy.
Here's a link to how to properly say paczki in Chicago, or for that matter Warsaw:
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I waited over an hour to get my pre-order because there was a line out the door on…More »
I have a problem. You see, every now and then I have this curious need to consume massive quantities of Polish food. It's inexplicable for the uninitiated but please indulge me for a second or fifty-two. The Red Apple is a long running buffet…More »
It's said that if you are a Chicagoan you'll have an opportunity to be at Przybylo's (roughly pshi-BI-woes, short 'i') for Christenings, baptisms, bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings, graduations, and maybe even a funeral party. I was actually here for the…More »
Categories:
Community Service/Non-Profit,
Performing Arts,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Jefferson Park
I caught the Magic of Christmas dance and music concert here on my birthday and it was great family entertainment. The Polish community really comes together for these presentations and the Christmas performances were really well done. I was able to…More »
U Gazdy is hardcore, as in "this is how my babunia made it so this is how you're getting it" hardcore. And no, I'm not Polish but I know when someone's grandmother had a major influence on a chef. The food can be greasy if you aren't careful but…More »
Sushi anyone? (8)Deep down you know carbo-loading on Snickers bars seems less healthy. |
When you're craving more than an egg roll... (8)There's something I call "survival" Chinese food which is generally something you can jam into a takeout box with the perfunctory, nondescript egg roll. Survival Chinese is just barely good enough to take care of your urges, yet safe enough to not be ambulatory. This is not that list. |
After midnight and too lazy to make myself a sammich (4)It's never too late to give my belly something to ponder. |
Happy eats (9)Eating should always be a joyous endeavor but there are certain joints that just make me happier than usual. |
Adventures with the WABAC machine (5)Because it feels like you're traveling back in time for some reason. |
Talk to my car guy (4)Because we all have to bring our humble ride in for some care every now and then. |
Lunch done right (7)It has to be quick, affordable and, well, motivational. Heck, there's still half of the work day to get through! |
"Dinner? I'm there."
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66 Useful, 36 Funny, and 26 Cool
Roselle, IL
Yelping SinceSeptember 2010
Things I LovePasta, chinese, sushi, beer, cheese, vodka, laughter, silliness
Find Me InUnderwear
My HometownRoselle, IL
When I'm Not Yelping...I read, write and think about yummy things.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI know what I like and I want to share.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadThe Wisdom of Big Bird
My First ConcertThe Beach Boys with my Dad
My Favourite MovieThe Godfather (1 & 2)
My Last Meal On EarthMy mom's Christmas dinners.
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I get along with most people.
Most Recent DiscoveryI really love Gjetost cheese
Current CrushRobin from How I Met Your Mother