by danikka | Mar 26, 2025
by danikka | Apr 29, 2024
As native of the Chicago area, I was raised on a melange of culinary influences including southern Italian from my paternal influence, central European on his mom’s side, and Ukrainian cuisine courtesy of my stepfather. Over the course of my career, I have honed my...
by danikka | Apr 29, 2024
From fond childhood memories of Grandma’s sugar cookies to culinary adventures with my family, food has always been central to my life. When I moved to Chicago, dining out with my parents and exploring fine cuisine led to cherished moments, like when Charlie...