Bloom Archives
Tag: Megan Betz
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Fat Dan’s: A Chicago-Style Deli Not for Dainty Eaters
The first thing I did when the food arrived at our table at Fat Dan’s Chicago-Style Deli, 221 E. Kirkwood, was roll up my…
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Do Asian Fusion Cuisine: A Saucy Spot on 4th Street
As its name suggests, Do Asian Fusion Cuisine brings together several cuisines, including Korean, Japanese, and Chinese.
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Take a Tasty Trip Down B-town’s Ice Cream Trail
Picking a favorite ice cream shop is a bit like picking a favorite dog. Sure, I have a type I’m looking for, but when…
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Arepas Venezuelan Gastropub: A New Take on Hispanic Cuisine
Having introduced Bloomington to arepas, traditional Venezuelan corn patties (imagine a tamale crossed with a tortilla) via Juancho’s Munchies food truck, owners Juan Palacios…
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The French Way: Start the Weekend with Aperitif at La Vie en Rose
As a transplant from southern France, StĂ©phanie Laparre draws on her roots to set the tone for her cafĂ©, La Vie en Rose. Since…
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The Crazy Horse Tavern: Where the Food Shines
The Crazy Horse Tavern on West Kirkwood, located just off the west side of the downtown Square, offers a family-friendly atmosphere on the restaurant…
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Gaza: Fine Japanese Cuisine With an Elegant Ambience (Review)
When Roger Ge, 26, decided to buy and close Kiku Sushi and re-open the space as Gaza, his goal was to bring Japanese cuisine…
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Osteria Rago: Real Italian With a Dash of Americano
Tucked away an alley, in the middle of a lively East Kirkwood block, Osteria Rago is the epitome of the off-the-beaten-path, small-town Italian cafes…
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Feta Kitchen + Café: Bring the Kids and Eat Healthy
My husband and I have regularly eaten out since the birth of our daughter, Maddie, now 3, but it can feel like choosing between…