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Ivan Valdez smiles in a backwards cap in front of a painting of a sunflower next to a graphic that says Chicago Chef Picks

Ivan Valdez of Taquizas Valdez on His Favorite Spots in the City

Lisa Futterman

Ivan Valdez named his approachable restaurant after backyard taco parties he catered with his mom. He shares favorite spots in and around the city.

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Zubair Mohajir of Lilac Tiger and Mirra on His Favorite Spots in the City

Lisa Futterman

A chef-testant on the latest season of Top Chef, Zubair Mohajir has various successful South Asian-inflected restaurants. He shares his favorite spots.

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Joe Frillman of Daisies on His Favorite Spots in the City

Lisa Futterman

Joe Frillman of the ever-popular Midwest Italian restaurant Daisies shares some of his favorite places to eat, shop for ingredients, and entertain in the Chicago area.

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