Tai Chi Center of Chicago: Tracy Von Kaenel
I’ve been going to yoga classes at the Tai Chi Center of Chicago for almost two years and it is truly my sanctuary. I refuse to go through my stressful work week without attending class with Tracy! I head home afterward a more peaceful, calm, and focused person. Continue Reading →
Le Bouchon: New Favorite Restaurant
Bobby and I had the most amazing date last night. We headed out in search of something yummy but with no actual place in mind. It was Friday night but we weren’t looking for a loud and exciting bar-type place, we just wanted to relax, chill and try something new. As we drove around Wicker Park/Bucktown for awhile, we realized we might need some local reviews to help us make our decision.
We pulled over to check out reviews on Yelp for Duchamp, Le Bouchon, and The Bristol – 3 places we hadn’t tried yet. Duchamp it seems is better in the summer for their patio and The Bristol had been rated really well but was also named “The Publican’s Little Brother”…we weren’t really in the mood for that style food either. We never eat French yet our last name is French so we decided that was a good enough reason to choose Le Bouchon.
Walked in around 9:30pm….it was packed but with one table open (what a coincidence). ;) We sat down and were greeted with wonderful service, welcoming smiles and a list of featured menu items for the evening. Bobby ordered the Boeuf Bourguignon (Beef Braised in Red Wine) and I went with a special of the night – Sauteed Skate Fish with Spinach & Boiled Potatoes. We both enjoyed a glass of red wine and bread/butter while we waited for the food to arrive, which was also delicious.
The food we ordered didn’t seem like anything too far out of the ordinary, so I assumed I would like it and didn’t have super high expectations, but Holy Wow! – I really cannot describe how tasty every morsel of it was….it was the perfect amount of flavors and textures and portions. We both cleaned our plates, as if we hadn’t eaten in weeks. I was almost a little embarrassed when the wait staff came over to take our plates – there was literally nothing left on them!
Sarcastically, she said “I’ll have this boxed up for you” as she picked up the empty plates.
Since we hadn’t planned on going out big that night, the plan was to just have a nice entree and glass of wine and head home, but after such a spectacular meal – we really couldn’t stop ourselves. The temptation of cappuccinos and cream puffs covered in chocolate sauce became entirely too impossible to resist. We gave in and indulged in some naughty after-dinner sweets that were literally the icing on the cake.
Walking out the door, we held our heads high – triumphantly, spectacularly dazzled by our food experience. What a beautiful way to end the week! Thanks Le Bouchon – we will definitely be back!