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Chef Ruby’s Chili Oil Available at our Store Now!

A few years ago, we started offering Chef Ruby’s Chili oil at our Chicago location. There were so many different kinds of chili oil out there but none that could satisfy Chef Ruby’s palette. After giving it some thought, she decided to create her own. Unlike mass-produced versions, our chili oil is handmade in small […]

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Why We Choose Compostable Containers Even When they Cost More

At Alice and Friends, we believe that food should nourish not just people, but the planet too. That’s why, as a vegan restaurant, our values don’t stop at what we serve on the plate; they extend to how we package it. You may have noticed we use eco-friendly, compostable containers for all our takeout and

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5 Things to Do in Chicago’s Edgewater Neighborhood

Last month our Chicago’s Edgewater location turned 9! We’re happy to say that with the exception of a couple of hiccups, these years have moved swiftly. Over the years, we have built lasting friendships with many of you who live right here in our neighborhood. Edgewater is known for being eclectic and vibrant with a

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8 Vegan Documentaries and Films That Spark Change

Looking for the best vegan documentary to convince someone to change? We have curated a list of documentaries and films to spark interest. Earthlings With a 92% recommendation from Rotten tomatoes, this documentary exposes the cruel practices endured by animals at factory farms, research labs, and puppy mills. When footage from hidden cameras was shared with the world

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From Garden to Cup: Why do We Offer Organic Teas?

We love fall because it’s that time of the year when teas and seasonal drinks start to shine in restaurant menus. Living in the Midwest, it’s only reasonable to want to head straight to the drinks menu in anticipation of that feeling when we hold a warm cup between our palms. And even though sweet

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