Author Archives: Jeffrey Levine

The gospel of caviar in four easy lessons: (1) it comes exclusively from Caspian Sea sturgeon; (2) it is always served plain on a lightly buttered toast triangle, perhaps with a lemon wedge; (3) it is eaten only as an appetizer or with cocktails; and (4) it is very expensive. Enter Carolyn Collins and her […]

In a nondescript brick building west of the Loop, behind a massive red door, Joe Sherman and a small, dedicated staff create some of the most dazzling hand-painted silk ties ever to shock a shirtfront. Be warned–this is not neckwear for beginners. Sure, you can find time-honored traditionals–the buxom nude languishing on a background of […]