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Lisa Futterman

@futtypages

I write about things to drink, eat, and see. I know a lot about cheese, booze, travel, and Chicago restaurants. IG @futtypages & @futtysfrostyworld

 Chicago, IL
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Joined March 2012
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Chinchorreando: Roadtripping, Barhopping, and Snacking in Puerto Rico mommytravels.net/chinchorrea…
Chinchorreando: Roadtripping, Barhopping, and Snacking in Puerto Rico - Mommy Travels

Chinchorreando: Roadtripping, Barhopping, and Snacking in Puerto Rico - Mommy Travels

Ruta Gastronomica de Naranjito, has delicious, historic, and varied stops along PR-152 making it a great Chinchorreando.

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It seems fitting that my first story for @NatGeo is about an iconic spirit from my favorite country. #tequila #mexico nationalgeographic.com/trave…
Visit Jalisco, Mexico, where the story of tequila begins

Visit Jalisco, Mexico, where the story of tequila begins

From Guadalajara to Amatitán, Jalisco’s tequila producers don’t just make great spirits—they preserve its rich cultural heritage.

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Wondering which new Ready-to- Drink Margaritas are worth your salt? My latest for @TheAlcoholProf will guide you: alcoholprofessor.com/blog-po…
The Best RTD Margaritas Right Now | Alcohol Professor

The Best RTD Margaritas Right Now | Alcohol Professor

Margaritas, especially those made with actual tequila, have become an incredibly popular RTD cocktail. Here are the best RTD margaritas right now.

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Swap spinach or kale for this vibrant, peppery green in salads, stir-fries, and beyond. foodandwine.com/what-is-wate…
This Is the Healthiest Vegetable According to the CDC — Here’s How to Use It

This Is the Healthiest Vegetable According to the CDC — Here’s How to Use It

Watercress is a peppery leafy green that contains a wide range of nutrients including vitamins K and A. Here’s how to buy the nutrient-dense vegetable and enjoy it in salads, soups, stir-fries, and...

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Go here! Eat a za'atar croissant! Read more in my latest for @wttw wttw.com/playlist/2025/04/17…
A New Bakery Inventively Celebrates Classic Middle Eastern Flavors and Treats

A New Bakery Inventively Celebrates Classic Middle Eastern Flavors and Treats

Za'atar croissants with labneh, sticky toffee date cake, and "sandweeshes" on flatbread are some of the inventive offerings at Seedo's Levantine Bakery.

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Chef's Picks for April @wttw wttw.com/playlist/2025/04/16…
Ivan Valdez of Taquizas Valdez on His Favorite Spots in the City

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

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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Choose your best butter with help from my latest for @foodandwine ! foodandwine.com/american-vs-…

What’s the Difference Between American and European Butter?

European-style butter has a higher butterfat content than American-style butters, which impacts the flavor and texture of your dishes and baked goods. Here’s what to know when choosing between the...

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More "harbinger of spring" content from my latest for @foodandwine foodandwine.com/how-chefs-tr…
We Asked 3 Chefs How They Trim Their Asparagus — No One Had the Same Answer

We Asked 3 Chefs How They Trim Their Asparagus — No One Had the Same Answer

From snapping to cutting to peeling, what’s the right way to trim the woody ends of asparagus stalks? Here’s how three professional chefs recommend prepping your asparagus.

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Healthiest and deliciousest! foodandwine.com/what-is-wate…

This Is the Healthiest Vegetable According to the CDC — Here’s How to Use It

Watercress is a peppery leafy green that contains a wide range of nutrients including vitamins K and A. Here’s how to buy the nutrient-dense vegetable and enjoy it in salads, soups, stir-fries, and...

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My Wine Lover's Guide to San Miguel de Allende #numusanmiguel @MommyTravels @MSN msn.com/en-us/news/other/a-w…
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Spring is coming! Study up on asparagus in my latest for @foodandwine foodandwine.com/how-to-buy-a…
This Is the No. 1 Thing to Look for When Buying Asparagus

This Is the No. 1 Thing to Look for When Buying Asparagus

Use this expert advice to buy fresh, tender asparagus at the supermarket or farmers market when it’s in season.

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Don't you just hate a dry orange? Here's how you avoid them in my latest for @foodandwine foodandwine.com/juicy-orange…

How to Pick the Juiciest Orange at the Supermarket, According to a Citrus Farmer

How can tell you tell if an orange is juicy and ripe? Follow these expert tips from a citrus farmer for choosing navel and Valencia oranges, like picking a vibrant-colored, heavy fruit with smooth...

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Canned and bottled #RTD cocktails to drink in your footie pajamas on the couch, my latest for @TheAlcoholProf alcoholprofessor.com/blog-po…
Chill Out with RTD Winter Cocktails | Alcohol Professor

Chill Out with RTD Winter Cocktails | Alcohol Professor

Our list of ready-to-drink cocktails you should be drinking this winter.

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Chef picks! @DaisiesChicago goes first in this new monthly series: wttw.com/playlist/2025/02/12…
Joe Frillman of Daisies on His Favorite Spots in the City

Joe Frillman of Daisies on His Favorite Spots in the City

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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Bringing you expert advice on the most important issues of the day. My latest for @foodandwine: foodandwine.com/how-to-pick-…
Please Stop Squeezing Your Avocados — There’s a Better Way to Tell if One Is Ripe

Please Stop Squeezing Your Avocados — There’s a Better Way to Tell if One Is Ripe

Please don’t squeeze your avocados. Here’s how to choose a ripe avocado according to experts — and how to keep it from spoiling once you’ve found it.

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I asked restaurant industry pros to share gift ideas for @wttw : interactive.wttw.com/playlis…
Shopping for the Foodie in Your Life? Here Are Some Gift Recommendations from Chicago Hospitality...

Shopping for the Foodie in Your Life? Here Are Some Gift Recommendations from Chicago Hospitality...

A few Chicago chefs and artisans shared what holiday gifts they’re giving their loved ones this year – many of which are ideal for the foodie in your life.

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How to Fix (and Prevent) Lumpy Gravy, According to a Chef foodandwine.com/how-to-fix-l… via @foodandwine

How to Fix (and Prevent) Lumpy Gravy, According to a Chef

Here’s how to make silky-smooth, velvety, and lump-free gravy — plus what you can do if things go awry.

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Here's how to dip your toe in the heel of the boot for a fantastic wine lover's trip to Puglia! My latest for @MSN and @MommyTravels: msn.com/en-us/travel/tripide…
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Morton’s vs. Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt: What’s the Difference?

Morton’s vs. Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt: What’s the Difference?

Can you substitute Morton Salt and Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt for each other? Here’s what you need to know about these two major kosher salt brands, according to chefs.

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Bright, bold, and citrusy! These new gins are all you need for a perfect cocktail experience. 🍋🍸#thealcoholprofessor Story by LISA FUTTERMAN @BayabGin @EmpressGin1908 @FordsGin @StGeorgeSpirits @Bootlegger21 @WildwoodSpirits @JVSImports alcoholprofessor.com/blog-po…
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