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Letter from the Editors
dear foodies & friends
It is with happy hearts and loudly growling stomachs that we present to you the Winter 2023 issue of Bite Magazine! This quarter, we dove deep into the array of Chicago restaurants we’ve been dying to try. We tried so many different cuisines and were even able to snag an interview with Manish Mallick, owner of Rooh and Bar Goa (20). We are big fans of Hulu’s The Bear, so we traveled all across Chicago to taste the dishes from the show, such as the Italian Beef from Mr. Beef or the delectable chocolate layer cake from Loaf Lounge (8).
This quarter, we became extremely interested in the interplay of social media and food. We focused on chef personalities, and how they can inspire us to cook (12), and even took to the streets to see “What was for breakfast?” (14). We also took some time to be introspective and understand how food shapes the world around us, highlighted by some amazing food poems (16).
We also worked hard to make some delicious dinners that fit the winter bill. If you are looking for a dish that will make your apartment smell delicious for ages, try our cider-braised short ribs (24). If you are looking for something just as warm, but a little less meat-heavy, our mushroom bourguignon recipe is a must. To finish off your meal with something sweet, or even a wonderful mid-day snack, try our citrus-inspired scones and lemon curd (23).
As winter comes to a close, and the sun starts to shine a bit brighter, we are excited to continue to explore all that Chicago has to offer. If you are still looking to bunker in and avoid the blistering wind, we have hearty recipes for you. No matter what you decide is in your foodie future, don’t forget to tag us on Instagram (@uchicagobite) with all your epicurean adventures!
