View from Borders.

It's strange seeing a mall where Gallery 37 used to be located. State and Randolph is vibrant and packed with last-minute shoppers. I'm just perched on a ledge in Borders people watching.

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How I spent my late afternoon.

Waiting at O'Hare.

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My doctor did not approve.

Jim Gould, Black pork belly with toasted sourdough on a bed of mixed greens with beets + pears, $5.99

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Bevier Hall conveyor belt

Post-dining at Bevier Hall.
I'm having too much fun making videos.

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A "drive" through Chicago.

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Alchemy @ the Spice box.

Alchemy dinner @ the Spice box: beefsteak tomato with mixed greens and drops of a balsamic reduction, Tallgrass Beef short-rib with crispy onion and fennel and a square of challah french toast with bacon ice cream with a drizzle of tomato/red pepper jam to finish, $24.

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Dig me out.

Emmanuel Memorial Episcopal Church left him some baggage. 

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Mall entrance to the H.I.P.

One of my old haunts. I dare not go in. I can't spend money.

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Radio Maria Omelet

My favorite omelet around town: goat cheese, caramelized onions + red bell peppers.

Radio Maria, Pinta's with house potatoes and beer bread, $7.50

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Neil and Green Street Billboard

Adams Outdoor Advertising, billboard monthly rental + billboard paper, $2000-$2500

Did someone say economic recession? Nah... http://tinyurl.com/birthdaybillboard

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Fu Dog Garden

A gorgeous wedding for a glamorous couple.

Allerton Park, October 2008, $600 for the couple's wedding rental + $75 for our wedding gift

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Black Dog Smoke + Ale House

Urbana has Champaign beat for delicious food.

Black Dog's half slab of spare ribs, $10.

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Vanilla boba tea.

 

Don't hate until you've tried it at least six times.

Xinh Xinh Cafe's boba, $3.85

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