SAMAND JON’S FAVORITE WICKER PARK SPOTS
THE SMOKE DADDY Living in Chicago allows us to try out many different kinds of foods from a kaleidoscope of countries and regions, but sometimes you just want some great American barbecue. The Smoke Daddy does it very well, with amazing pork, chicken, and beef dishes. It has been a staple of the neighborhood for many years. I usually stay true to their excellent pulled pork sandwich and a sample each of their homemade sauces. If you are lucky enough to go for dinner, you’ll be treated to a live musical performance, which The Smoke Daddy offers on a nightly basis. If you find yourself in Chicago and in need of a place to eat, keep these in the back of your mind. We may frequent these places often, but I’m afraid name-dropping will not get you very far. Be sure to call ahead!
My wife and I don’t get out very much — most nights we prefer to lounge on our couch as I fight for (and lose) the television remote. However, we live in a diverse neighborhood in west Chicago with many different restaurants and bars. Here are three of our favorite local spots to go. MOTT STREET This Asian-inspired, small plates restaurant is located a block from our apartment, but I promise the food and cocktails make it worth the trip no matter where you’re coming from. The chefs are always changing the menu to make sure the variety never gets stale. It has a burger that’s been named the best in Chicago by multiple publications (it can be a little tricky actually getting one, so call ahead). I highly recommend the “Everything Wings.” Go with a group so you can try a little of everything. THE DELTA This is a newer establishment that opened up on North Avenue. Sam and I have already been multiple times. They specialize in tamales, and you really shouldn’t leave without trying one. They have Mississippi-style soul food, too (read: fried), and great shrimp fried rice. What Sam and I especially like about The Delta are the cocktails. They have eight different kinds of smash cocktails, with every fruit and spirit combination you could want. It’s perfect on a hot summer night.
–Jon Svitak
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FEBRUARY 2019 DATES OF CONSEQUENCE
Feb. 6
Feast of St. Paul Miki and Companions
Feb. 9
Villanova @ Marquette Basketball
Feb. 16
St. Joan of Arc School Annual Auction @ Bobaks
Feb. 18
Presidents Day NO SCHOOL SJA OR SFHS
Feb. 23
Virginia Tech @ Notre Dame Basketball
Feb. 24
Johnny Basketball Game @ Lisle High School
Feb. 26
Election Day for Mayor of Chicago
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