Monthly Archives: October 2010

Breakfast With A Twist

By: Dinko Cirkic Hello, again, my cheap eater$ I’m going to give you guys a special treat. When was the last time you were on a field trip? If you haven’t been on one recently, don’t worry because you may … Continue reading

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It’s Sushi Time

By: Nicole Kucharski, Steph Landa, and Dinko Cirkic This week, the Cheap Eat$ team decided to try Ichiban sushi located off of Taylor St. We took advantage of their $13.95 all-you-can-eat special (they have it daily during their lunch hours). … Continue reading

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Q & A at Maxwell Street Market

By: Nicole Kucharski This past Sunday, I visited the infamous Maxwell Street Market (open every Sunday during the 365 days of the year) in hopes of discovering great food and some interesting people. Maxwell Street Market runs every Sunday during … Continue reading

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An interview with a “Real World” Chef

By: Dinko Cirkic So, your at home or walking on the street and you get hungry so you choose a restaurant, go there, order, eat, pay and leave a tip, right? Right. What did you not do? If you are … Continue reading

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Cheap Eat$ Muppet Style

By: Nicole Kucharski The Muppets are no longer puppets living carelessly on Sesame Street. Well, maybe they are, but they’re serving something new for today’s audiences.  The Muppets Kitchen with Cat Cora, is a new Disney series that teaches kids … Continue reading

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Cheap Eats Alert!

By: Stephanie Landa Hawkeyes is a hoppin’ Monday night spot for CHEAP wings. Located in the heart of Little Italy on the corner of Taylor and Laflin. Get as many wings as you want for 35 cents each, anytime after … Continue reading

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Sunday Funday

By: Nicole Kucharski Sundays are days meant for relaxation, meditation, and, let’s face it: resting days for your liver. One way to get a jump start on your day is brunch. Brunch, a scrumptious combination of breakfast and lunch, gives … Continue reading

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Spooky Drink Thursday!!!

By: Dinko Cirkic Halloween is just around the corner and for all of you that want to have a more festive Halloween experience here are some quick drink recipes courtesy of Claire Robinson and Food Network Magazine. Ingredients Black decorating … Continue reading

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A Cheesy Review

By: Nicole Kucharski, Dinko Circic, and Steph Landa (your Cheap Eat$ Staff) Pizza month is still in full-force and me and my fellow cheap eater$, Dinko and Steph, decided to take a trip to a small pizzeria in Chicago recommended … Continue reading

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What’s The Dealio?

By: Dinko Cirkic So you live in Chicago and your looking for great deals on a snack, lunch, or dinner, but you have no idea where to go. Another problem would be finally deciding what you’d want. Problem number three … Continue reading

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