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❓ Who do you trust for restaurant recs?
November 20, 2024 · —Sidney Madden
Do you prefer to get your restaurant recs from food writers or social media influencers? Somewhere else entirely? We’re asking you to weigh in as we talk to the stars of a new local food show on today’s City Cast Chicago podcast.

What's CITY Talking About?
Hate Crime Charges in Suburbs
A 64-year-old woman is facing hate crime charges for allegedly yelling and attacking a couple who wore clothing that said “Palestine" in a Panera Bread in Downers Grove. The altercation has gone viral on social media. [ABC7]
Future of El Paseo Trail
City officials are revisiting plans to transform an abandoned rail line into a walking and biking path from Pilsen to Little Village. A community meeting was held last week. [Block Club]

Incoming Betty White Stamps
The U.S. Postal Service is honoring Oak Park native Betty White on a stamp next year. What better way to say “thank you for being a friend” on your holiday cards than with a stamp of the late “Golden Girls” star? [NBC]
All Aboard the CTA Holiday Train
The six-car CTA train decked out in holiday lights and an onboard Santa will return Nov. 29–Dec. 23. Check the schedule. [WTTW]
- One thing to check off your holiday bucket list! [Hey Chicago 💻]

A New Chicago Food Duo is In Town
Is Chicago really a hot dog city? What’s the most overrated Chicago food? Which Harold’s is the best? Food writer Kevin Pang and Poochie from The Wiener’s Circle offer their Chicago food hot takes before their new show premieres this weekend. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]


What To Do
Wednesday, Nov. 20
- Polish Book Discussion Club 🇵🇱 Archer Heights | 1–2 p.m. | Free
- Transgender Day of Remembrance 🏳️⚧️ Austin | 5–8 p.m. | Free
- TDOR Mural Unveiling 🎨 Andersonville | 6–8 p.m. | Free
- Speed Dating 💗 Forest Park | 6–8 p.m. | $45
- Carminho 🎤 Fulton Market | 7:30 p.m. | $38+
- BYOB Books & Bevys 📚 Hyde Park | 7–8:30 p.m. | $5+
Thursday, Nov. 21
- Santa Baby Bar opens 🎅 Wrigleyville | 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. | $5+ cover
- Kids Turkey Trot 🦃 South Chicago | 4:30–7:30 p.m. | Free
- Cuffing Season ❣️ Andersonville | 7–8:30 p.m. | $5
- “Wicked” Drag Paint & Sip 💚 Logan Square | 7–9:30 p.m. | $10+
- Grown Folks Stories 💬 Hyde Park | 7–9 p.m. | $10+
- Ina Garten 🧑🍳 The Loop | 7:30 p.m. | $154
- Booked! A Standup Comedy Show 😆 Pilsen | 7:30–10 p.m. | $5
Chicago Public Library shared its best books of the year, and I have some reading to catch up on!
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