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Torta Di Cioccolata Bravo! Cucina
Italiana, 1701 Maple Ave.
Ask to see the dessert menu and your waiter
will bring you a tray of treats. While the chocolate
chip bread pudding and tiramisu are tempting, its
the torta di cioccolata thats to die for. is isnt your
ordinary chocolate cake with some ice creamon the
side. is dessert will take your taste buds on a trip
to Italy. Picture this: a moist chocolate cake sits in the
middle of a creamy vanilla bean sauce. Your fork cuts
easily into this delicate, warmcake, only to have a rich
chocolate lling slowly ooze out. e vanilla bean
gelato on the top sinks down and gradually soaks
into the molten cake, adding a complementary cool
bite to the richness. A drizzling of chocolate sauce
nishes o this perfectly sized treat.
Red Velvet Cake Bat 17, 1709
Benson Ave.
ough Bat is the place to go for juicy burgers
and tall beer towers, the dessert case inthe back should
not be missed. What stands out from all the rest
with its towering height and deep red color is Bat
s red velvet cake. Every slice is a generous serving
of three layers of silky red velvet cake separated with
cream cheese icing. e sweet icing pairs perfectly
with the mild chocolate cake. Adelicate dusting of red
velvet cake pieces covers the outside frosting.
Ariel Yong
Le Peep, 827 Church St.
Known for its delicious food fresh off the
griddle or the skillet, Le Peep is a fantastic place
to take your family and friends. The pancake
flavors are a delightful combination of sweet,
gooey and crunchy, boasting mixings such as
blueberry and granola, cranberry almond and
banana walnut. Not feeling up for breakfast?
No problem. Le Peep offers a variety of lunch
options, ranging from Da Cheezy Beef sandwich
featuring roast beef and cheese melted on Texas
toast to a sandwich topped with spinach, turkey
and melted swiss cheese. Le Peep opens bright
and early at : a.m. on the weekdays and a.m.
on the weekends, so rise and shine and get on
over for a hearty meal.
Dixie Kitchen & Bait Shop, 825
Church St.
Dixie Kitchen & Bait Shop is the place to go if
youre in the mood for some southern cuisine. e
weekend brunch menu, served from a.m. to p.m.,
has a variety of token southern dishes to choose
from, including country steak and eggs, catsh and
eggs, Cajun biscuits and jambalaya omelets. If youre
more suited to a lunch option, try a poboy sandwich
with shrimp, oyster or catsh, or a mini southern
sampler that includes red beans, gumbo and jamba-
laya served with rice. With so many delicious options
to choose from, yall need to come on down and try
a little Dixie cookin.
Jillian Sandler
CVS, 1711 Sherman Ave.
After shopping for the hot-
test new summer looks in E-town,
youre probably running a little low
on cash. Stop by CVS for an Arizona
Arnold Palmer. eyre never more
than cents, and sometimes you
can even get two for the price of one.
Its ounces of quality, dirt-cheap
refreshment.
Kafein, 1621 Chicago Ave.
If youre looking to boost your
hipster cred, theres only one place
to go. Kafein boasts the Cadillac of
NU-area lemonade. e Fruity Lem-
onade (.), mixed with various fruit
avors, cant be beat.
Norbucks
Perfect for an hour spent reading on the
Lakell, Norbucks iced Tazo Tea lemonade
avoids one of the classic pitfalls of lemonade:
being too sweet. It wont give you the energy
boost of some of the sweeter drinks, but if
you frequent Norbucks, youve got plenty of
caeine already. Drop the . on the venti
so youre not le with a plastic cup of ice aer
three quick sips.
For an on-the-go Starbucks treat, grab the new
Strawberry Lemonade Refresher. Not only will it
quench your thirst, but this sparkling juice drink
also contains green coee extract for a natural energy
boost.
Joseph Diebold
Harolds Chicken, 6952 N. Clark St.
As a native Chicagoan, Harolds has a special
place in my heart and in my childhood. Packed
with a bevy of fries and a small side of coleslaw,
these wings easily y high at the top of the pack.
What makes the dierence are an impeccably
seasoned batter and a tangy mild sauce.
Buffalo Joes, 812 Clark St.
Paired with extra ranch sauce and a side of
buffalo chips, a -piece order of spicy wings
from Buffalo Joes is a sure treat. But theres
something for everyone with other options for
mild, barbecue and even jalapeno-loaded sui-
cide sauce. Though the size of the wings veer
on the smaller side, they pack a punch of both
meat and flavor. When it comes to hot wings,
Buffalo Joes stands head and shoulders above
local competitors, including many Chicago
establishments.
Wings Over Evanston, 1115
Emerson St.
While not the best with bone-in wings, Wings
Over Evanston consistently masters the art of
boneless chicken. e variety of sauces and dry
rubs proves mind blowing while glancing the
menu. Youd be hard pressed to nd better wa e
fries in the area, especially their cajun-avored
oering. e meal may be a bit overpriced, but
youll be well satised if youre a fan of boneless.
Lulus, 804 Davis St.
is isnt a wing place per se, but one of their
menu items is most deserving of a shout out. Hav-
ing had the spicy chicken wings multiple times,
what brings me back is the balance between the
crispy batter and the tenderness of the meat.
Combined with the sweet sesame and chili pepper
glaze, these small drumsticks make a delectable
treat. Lulus spicy chicken wings are great a la
carte, and even better combined with other dim
summenu items.
Evanston Chicken Shack, 1925 N.
Ridge Ave.
A crowd favorite with townies and North-
western students alike, Chicken Shack on Ridge
near Emerson is a classic greasy spoon joint that
keeps crowds coming back for more. e crispi-
ness of the batter wins the day with these wings,
for me.
Derrick Clifton



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Now that were nally
free of 55 degree, rainy
weather and the sun has
started to shine, Northwest-
ern students are looking for ways
to refresh themselves. Fortunately,
everyones favorite citrusy beverage is
available almost everywhere.







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Whether its just a craving for
something sweet or the need
to celebrate after a long day
of cramming, these desserts
are the perfect solution for any
occasion.
From pancakes and crepes, to some ne southern cuisine, any of
these restaurants would make for an undeniably delectable weekend
brunch outing.
Lets be honest: Everyone loves chicken wings. Unfortunately, not
all wings are created equal. Heres what you should expect while
uttering around for a bite of crispy chicken.