CHICAGO — Not too many restaurants in Chicago — let alone the United States — feature a blended menu of west African and Belizean cuisines. Garfiuna Flava, owned by Rhodel and Yolanda Castillo, does just…
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Arvydas Zabulionis photography exhibit at Balzekas Museum
CHICAGO — On the 3rd floor of the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture you will find a photography exhibit of the architectural photos of Arvydas Zabulionis through Oct. 12 Zabulionis is a student photographer who…
The Neighborhoods of Southwest Chicago
Southwest Chicago has long been a melting pot of rich and diverse ethnicities, businesses and cuisines. These neighborhoods consist of quiet residential areas and lively commercial districts with a large amount of family-run businesses. Chicago…
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Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
CHICAGO – Despite being president and policy maker of the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture, Stanley Balzekas, Jr. is an integral part of the day-to-day operations of his museum. “Like a lot of good presidents,…
A.M. Comfort Shoes
CHICAGO — Many things have changed since Victor Martinez opened up A.M. Comfort and Orthopedic Shoes — a testament to his store’s ability to stand the test of time. “I was single when I opened up,”…