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Review: Thalaiva’s Spotlights the Southern Soul of India

By John Kessler
At the Park Ridge restaurant, flavors from the Kongu Nadu region take center stage. Read more
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An Artful River North Restaurant is Coming Next Month
By Anthony Todd
LIA, which stands for Life Imitates Art, will serve dishes directly inspired by artwork. Read more

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An Artful River North Restaurant is Coming Next Month
By Anthony Todd
LIA, which stands for Life Imitates Art, will serve dishes directly inspired by artwork. Read more
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Episode 2: A Review of Thalaiva’s and a Dining Lightning Round
Hosts John Kessler and Amy Cavanaugh offer their short (but hot) takes on places they've been eating and drinking lately. Plus, John discusses his latest review, for Thalaiva’s Indian Kitchen in Park Ridge. Read more
Review: Thalaiva’s Spotlights the Southern Soul of India
By John Kessler
At the Park Ridge restaurant, flavors from the Kongu Nadu region take center stage. Read more
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By John Kessler
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