Since it’s been about two weeks since we’ve been in Chicago, I guess it’s time to finally post some photos of the amazing food we had there. Here are some of the food highlights. Ready?
Raw Red Pepper Gazpacho, Karyn’s on Green
Try as I might, I’m just not really that into raw foods. But this soup is a knock-out and I’d order it again and again.
Buffalo “Chicken” Sandwich, Karyn’s on Green
This sandwich is a little camera shy, but I had to include the photo because the tofu “chicken” had an amazing texture and terrific flavor.
Philly Cheesesteak, Karyn’s on Green
An ooey gooey sandwich that was miles better than the vegan cheesesteaks we had in Philadelphia last year. Even the bread was delicious.
BBQ Ribz, Karyn’s Cooked
These are one of my perennial favorites. I’ve enjoyed them every trip to Chicago and don’t want to end the trend for obvious reasons.
Halfpipe, Chicago Diner
This is a sandwich I wish I’d ordered. It was Jim’s and he shared, but still. Under the fried onion rings (!!!), lettuce and tomatoes, there is a “chicken” fried seitan steak. It’s a special at the Diner in honor of Shaun White, and it deserves an award, too.
Dr. K’s Cure All Soup, Amitabul
This was my first experience with Korean food, and it was love at first taste. We enjoyed this meal with
Liz and Matthew. Believe it or not, we had one order of the soup, split 4 ways. Even on a 90 degree day, this soup had perfect heat and balance. We followed this up with an order of soy pancakes that came with 12-year old miso, and two other entrees that we split. This place will be on our list for every trip to Chicago to come.
Somehow we lost some of our photos, but rest assured that I had the famous Radical Reuben at the Chicago Diner and their incredible wingz, too. Just looking at these photos makes me anxious for another trip to Chicago.
Not only did we have great food, but more importantly, we had a wonderful opportunity to meet a whole group of awesome vegans for lunch. Liz, Kim, Kelly, Vegan Aide, Shannon, Marla, Electric Claire, Red Badger, and everyone else, thank you for making it happen. Same time, next year?
Upcoming:
Thursday,July 29th at 7:00 PM, I will be discussing veganism and signing copies of American Vegan Kitchen at Joseph Beth Books, Legacy Village, Lyndhurst, Ohio.
And…soon…a book contest.
Philly Cheesesteak, Karyn’s on Green
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Those sandwiches have me drooling. Both the soups look great too…if I’m ever in Chicago, I’ll know were to head!
All of this wonderful food so, why isn’t everyone vegan?
every time i go to chicago it’s w/ a bunch of folks with an agenda, and i never get to savor the vegan delights. i need to make a impromptu vegan trip!
ps – have you seen what great comments Tasha (the voracious vegan) made about your cookbook! awesome!
I need to find a reason to go to Chicago and check out all that delicious food!
Oh mama, I need to get some of that in my belly next trip back home! I didn’t get to Karyn’s
i loved the buffalo ‘chicken’ at karyn’s on green, but i didn’t care for the philly cheesesteak even though the bread was amaZing!