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Author Archives: Emily Paster

Emily Paster is a freelance writer and mother of two living in River Forest. She writes about food and parenting on her website, West of the Loop. Emily's print work appears frequently in Chicago Parent magazine. A passionate home cook, Emily is the co-founder of the Chicago Food Swap, which brings together home cooks and gardeners to trade food and inspiration. Emily is a frequent speaker at food industry and blogging conferences on topics such as ethics, food allergies, and how to connect food producers and consumers.

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April is Grilled Cheese Month

by Emily Paster April 29, 2014

Did you know April is Grilled Cheese Month? Here is my take on this lunchtime classic.

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A Documentary about the Next Generation of Farmers

by Emily Paster April 24, 2014
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Understanding the Terminology in the Meat Case

by Emily Paster March 20, 2014
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Meatless Spaghetti a la Carbonara

by Emily Paster March 19, 2014January 29, 2021
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Family-Friendly Brunch at GT Fish and Oyster

by Emily Paster March 5, 2014January 29, 2021
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Visiting Eataly Chicago

by Emily Paster March 2, 2014January 29, 2021
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Make-Ahead Hors d’Oeuvres: Gougeres

by Emily Paster March 1, 2014
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Get Ready for National Ag Day

by Emily Paster February 26, 2014
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Chicago Restaurant Week: Embeya

by Emily Paster February 1, 2014January 29, 2021
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New Rules for Antibiotic Use on the Farm

by Emily Paster January 31, 2014

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