CHICAGO - Chicago ’s food scene is as rich and layered as the city itself, and Sylvia Perez takes viewers on a journey to explore it all in her latest episode of Tasting Chicago .
Local perspective:
From sipping exotic teas at Rare Tea Cellar in Ravenswood to tasting the nostalgic Atomic Cake on the South Side, the tour highlights the traditions and innovations that define the city’s kitchens.
Along the way, she showcases iconic staples like Vienna Beef hot dogs, entrepreneurial dreams at Mariano’s "We Love Local" competition, and community-driven flavors at Classic Cobbler in Bronzeville , celebrating the tastes that make Chicago unforgettable.
Rare Tea Cellar (Ravenswood)
Address: 3701 N. Ravenswood Ave.
We begin at Rare Tea Cellar, where the world of rare teas meet