CONTENTS FEATURES RESOURCES Norman's Bistro choosechicago.com/ michelin . Check out Chicago’s latest Michelin-awarded restaurants at Chicago’s vibrant culinary scene spans the globe, with authentic representations of cuisines from Asia, South America, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and beyond across our diverse neighborhoods. BY AMBER GIBSON GLOBAL CUISINE options, including soju, cocktails, and wine, pair with haemul pajeon seafood pancakes and pork bossam accented with kimchi. In River North, discover Jaleo by world-renowned chef José Andrés. Dine on traditional Spanish tapas like gazpacho, Spanish tortillas, and spicy chorizo wrapped in crispy potatoes, along with massive pans of paella, all served with panache. For Chinese classics like Peking duck and sizzling beef tenderloin, head to Evergreen Restaurant in Chinatown. Cantonese cuisine is the specialty here, but regional favorites from Szechuan like kung pao shrimp and twice-cooked pork also appear on the menu. If you’re in the mood for Mexican food, Lonesome Rose in Logan Square Norman’s Bistro in Bronzeville specializes in Cajun-Creole fare, with highlights that include shrimp and catfish po’ boys, chicken gumbo, and sausage jambalaya. Stick around for the DJs spinning everything from house to R&B in The Bar , along with live jazz music on Sunday nights. Husband-and-wife team Beverly Kim and Johnny Clark have garnered James Beard Awards and Michelin stars for their inventive contemporary Korean cuisine at Parachute in Avondale. Eclectic beverage is open for dinner and weekend brunch, slinging tacos, burritos, and frozen mezcal margaritas. There’s also vegan queso, made with coconut milk and nutritional yeast. Be sure to check out Golden Teardrops , the restaurant’s hidden basement bar. AUTHOR'S TIP RACHEL BIRES Be sure to try a bubble tea in Chinatown — the ultra-popular Joy Yee offers lots of colorful, fruity versions. 30 choosechicago.com
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