![]() She said she understands how intimidating and overwhelming it must feel to ask for help, especially in the Chinese culture. “You start to see familiar faces,” she said. ![]() The distributions serve a significant number of Chinese residents, many of whom she has befriended. Han’s desire to help others has also brought some unexpected bonuses. “Neither of us could speak much English, but I could tell the lady was relieved,” she recalled. As she entered the church, she saw an elderly woman struggling to put bulky food items in her cart and instinctively went over to help. Then one day, she remembers entering her building after her daily walk and noticing a line of people forming outside of the church.Īfter noticing this happening a few more times, her curiosity got the better of her and she finally plucked up the courage to investigate. She didn’t know anyone in the area and found making friends daunting. Han moved into the neighborhood about eight years ago and remembers feeling lonely at the time. “It feels good to use it to help people.” “I don’t have much I just have time,” said Han, 71. She has been helping out for nearly five years, passing out fresh food to her neighbors in need. The distributions provide free nutritious food and other essential household supplies for people who live in Han’s building and others nearby that house older adults. Twice a month, a group of church staff and volunteers hosts a community market in partnership with the Food Depository. She now lives on Chicago’s Near North Side in a residential building for older adults, steps away from the LaSalle Street Church. The ambiance is relaxed, they have great patio seating, and it’s not very expensive.Helen Han emigrated from Beijing, China more than 20 years ago. It’s called Pink Taco and they have the best tacos and mexican rice I have ever put into my mouth. This gem of a restaurant was found last year and I don’t think I can ever visit Chicago without dining there. The second cafe we got to experience was Marshall’s Landing which has an amazing view of the river and the best coffee I experienced in Chicago. My mouth is watering just thinking about it! They had all different kinds but I got the almond croissant, which consisted of almonds on top with almond infused flavors, a berry compote in the middle mixed with a creamy custard. ![]() Not since I was in Paris have I tasted such a delicious and fresh croissant. At the entrance to the mart, on the hotel side, there was this little coffee stand called Infuse. My sister and I stayed in a hotel that connected to the merchandise mart so we got to experience all the cute little cafes there. And let me preface that I only go to Chicago once a year so some of the food I’m sharing I don’t consume on a regular basis. So I’m here to share my wonderful food experiences and places you have to dine at while in Chicago. I started researching all the great River North restaurants several months before my trip and I found some amazing places. Of course I always plan my getaways around food because, well duh. Also, most anywhere you stay, you can get a good view of the river, which is beautiful. I love this area because it’s close to so many good restaurants, shopping, and it’s a very safe area. I’ve always stayed in the River North district. Even though it’s a great city to visit, we are all aware of the high crime rate in Chicago so you want to choose a safe area. Now if you have never been to Chicago before, I highly recommend researching the area you plan to stay. The great thing about Chicago is that everything is close together and you can walk most places. has always been my favorite but I have to say, Chicago is moving up the list. I actually didn’t expect to like it as much as I did on my first visit. I’ve been to Chicago the last two years and don’t have enough good things to say about this wonderful city. However, we still live in a smaller city so every chance I get, I love to visit larger ones. My husband was born and raised in the city and has opened my eyes to all the wonderful things about city living. A southern country girl that is but over the years I’ve been converted.
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