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I’m Working On A Master Plan
Famed podcaster Joe Rogan has figured out the secret to paid subscriptions, and I want to get there, too.
Audarshia Townsend
Apr 27
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‘The Bartender’s Manifesto’ Arrives This Spring
The Violet Hour founding partner Toby Maloney releases cocktail-focused book to celebrate venerable bar’s 15th anniversary. We sit down for an exclusive…
Audarshia Townsend
Apr 25
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A Sneak Peek of the Long-Awaited Bronzeville Winery
Situated on Chicago’s South Side, this vibrant, vino-focused establishment aims to be a cultural landmark. We chat with one of the owners during an…
Audarshia Townsend
Apr 17
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These Tasty Spring Wine Picks Are Perfect for Brunch
Dom’s Kitchen & Market’s Tyler Isenberg chooses his favorite vino for Easter, Mother’s Day celebrations.
Audarshia Townsend
Apr 9
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Get Your Forks Ready
Chicago Restaurant Week returns, and it’s better than ever with more than 340 participants throughout Chicagoland. We have the details.
Audarshia Townsend
Mar 26
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Dine Diaspora Honors 31 Black Women Across Globe, Making Waves in Hospitality Industry
My tribute to Women's History Month continues with a stimulating conversation featuring Maame Boakye, one of the co-founders of Dine Diaspora. That’s…
Audarshia Townsend
Mar 21
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The Future of the Restaurant Industry?
Inclusion is key, states Travelle’s new chef de cuisine Justin Gomes. He has a lot more to say on what he believes should happen now and for years to…
Audarshia Townsend
Mar 13
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Bubbles from a Black Woman
Nichole Johnson’s Lapin Rouillé Champagne makes history and there’s so much more to come.
Audarshia Townsend
Feb 20
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A Tasty Legacy Well Executed
Luella’s Darnell Reed continues to honor his late great-grandmother with modern accents to her recipes, contributions to local culinary landscape.
Audarshia Townsend
Feb 13
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Black Women of the Vine
My latest LIVE! Culinary Series episode is a candid, continuous discussion on the state of Black women in the wine world, which includes a critical look…
Audarshia Townsend
Jan 23
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A Taste of Indian-Portuguese Flavors
Chicago newcomer Bar Goa introduces unique tropical concept blending rich, global ingredients and vibrant atmosphere.
Audarshia Townsend
Jan 15
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Celebrating Sidney Poitier, ‘Juicy January,’ More
IG LIVE! Culinary Series returns with fresh new guests, perspectives on state of restaurant industry.
Audarshia Townsend
Jan 8
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