Eataly, a popular establishment on 5th Avenue in NYC, has a flourishing sister in Chicago, near N. Michigan Ave. When the O'Connor family is yearning for a touch of Europe, they go to Eataly, where great cakes of French and Italian cheeses; olives and olive oils; a great selection of wines; pastas in many shapes; crusty French and Italian breads, baked on sight; seafood, meat and sausages and sauces, all from the "Old County" abound. This two-story Italian marketplace not only offers grocery shopping opportunities, but stand-up bars and tables are placed around the preparation areas for the pastas, seafood, meat cuts, wine market, etc. so you can wine and dine, as well. After a wonderful afternoon repast, we selected unique food to take home. As recent transplants from Switzerland, Hannah and David each got to select a favorite cheese. They know their cheeses! Angela commented that it would be less expensive if they picked candy! It was a great new adventure for me, and another special "find" in Chicago. love, Liz
