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Out of fraternal discord comes Kabobi Grill

by Mike Sula June 5, 2014August 18, 2021

A new Albany Park Persian restaurant challenges Noon-O-Kabob’s hegemony.

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Tony Anteliz of Humboldt Park’s Cemitas Puebla and northwest-side barbecue maven Barry Sorkin keep up a delicious tradition.

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Weak bourbon, strong bacon, and more

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A pastry market, a holiday entree demonstration, and plenty of beer tastings.

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