Behind the Line
Topic: Favorites
Dining Out Favorites
It's time for the all-important marriage proposal. Where is the best place to pop the question? And how's a good idea to do it?
- Josh Galliano
- The Libertine
- Clayton, MO
I'm married, and I wouldn't advise anyone to replicate how I proposed to my wife. Go find your own idea for proposing.
Let's say you've got reason to celebrate, and for one night only, money is no object. Where's your favorite spot for a celebratory splurge?
- John Anderes
- Chef
- Telegraph
- Chicago, Illinois
Martini's at Bernard's Bar at the Waldorf Astoria.
Perhaps you've got a "secret" little tucked-away restaurant you frequent. What is your favorite under-the-radar dining spot?
- John Anderes
- Chef
- Telegraph
- Chicago, Illinois
Our clandestine pizza parties at Reno.
When visions of pastrami, corned beef and latkes dance through your mind, only one place will do. What is your favorite deli?
- John Anderes
- Chef
- Telegraph
- Chicago, Illinois
Cecil's Deli in St. Paul, near where I grew up.
When those pastry cravings set in, what's your favorite bakery? And what's your favorite baked good from there?
- John Anderes
- Chef
- Telegraph
- Chicago, Illinois
Tartine bakery in San Francisco. Our pastry chef Katie Wyer is pretty badass and also takes care of any cravings.
Say you're in the mood for something unique. Perhaps a hole-in-the-wall. What is your favorite ethnic dive and what is your favorite dish there?
- John Anderes
- Chef
- Telegraph
- Chicago, Illinois
I love Sun Wah in Uptown - the barbecued duck rocks my world.
It's a hassle-free night in and you've got takeout on the mind. What is your favorite go-to food for takeout/delivery?
- John Anderes
- Chef
- Telegraph
- Chicago, Illinois
Sushi X on Chicago
When you're craving a decadent dessert, where do you go and what do you get?
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- Melissa Trimmer
- Pastry Chef
- Le Cordon Bleu Chicago, Pastry Chef Instructor
- Chicago, Illinois
It depends on what I'm craving... for croissants I go to Vanille, for cakes I go to Bittersweet, for ice cream I go to George's, and for pies it's Hoosier Mama...
What is your favorite Sunday morning breakfast/brunch out?
- John Anderes
- Chef
- Telegraph
- Chicago, Illinois
Lula or the Publican
What's your favorite soda fountain classic?
- Kevin Nashan
- Executive Chef/Owner
- Sidney Street Cafe
- Saint Louis, Missouri
Fanta red cream soda, and Vernor's ginger ale
Do you have a favorite old school/retro restaurant you still return to every so often?
- Josh Galliano
- The Libertine
- Clayton, MO
Casamento's would be the savory restaurant I go back to in New Orleans and Angelo Brocato's is the sweet destination I go back to all the time. I love changing my menu as much as I do, but I love...
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