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Eater
5 days ago
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The Best Dishes Eater Chicago Editors Ate This Week: July 25
The editors at Eater Chicago dine out several times a week, if not per day, which means we're always encountering standout dishes that deserve time in the limelight. Here's the very best of everything the team has eaten this week. Rasam from Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen and Bar in Park Ridge Rasam from Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen and Bar. Ashok Selvam/Eater Chicago Chicago is coming off a streak of consecutive 90-degree days. So why am I telling you to travel to the Northern Suburbs and try some soup? Because South Indian food is just so haute right now. As common with other international cuisines, Americans are realizing that first to market doesn't always tell the full story and that there's more to Indian food than butter chicken (though butter chicken allegedly is making a little bit of a come back). Americans loved tiki, so might as well give them some tropical vibes off the Malabar Coast in Southern India. Particularly Keralan cuisine, where beef and pork often shine, has seized the spotlight and Chicago is seeing more and more restaurants. Having South Indian blood, I've been skeptical about what dishes are getting attention, and I've seen some restaurants flounder despite being hailed as the next big thing. In Park Ridge, Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen and Bar soars with an ideal mix of fun items — like fish fries and an array of Indian coffees — as well as the stuff I grew up eating at home in Chicago. I feel 'homestyle' is kind of dismissive, but the rasam served hit all the right notes; it's a healing vegetarian elixir full of tamarind and tomatoes that helped power me through a number of bitter Chicago winters. We ate it with a little basmati rice mixed in. At Thaliva's, they'll bring out a small gravy boat, a ladle, and cups. You might opt to slurp it down with a spoon or sip it slow with a utensil. Remember: South India is no monolith. We like both dosa AND idily, thank you. We just love our carbs which brings me to a realization: How can you tell if an Indian restaurant is good? Just keep an ear out for the sweet sound of a glucose monitor alarm. That's our people's tell, and I heard a chorus of them at Thalaiva's. — Ashok Selvam, lead editor, Eater Midwest Shrimp lumpia from Cebu in Lincoln Square Shrimp lumpia from Cebu. Ashok Selvam/Eater Chicago There is such thing as bad lumpia. It can be soggy. The wrapper to filling ratio can go awry. The fillingcould be rancid, even when fried to a golden crisp. I write this as a reminder not to take quality lumpia for granted. Along Lincoln Avenue, Cebu has found a niche as an all-day restaurant with Filipino American flavors. The mid-afternoon menu is great on weekends for families, and the pork lumpia might be the best in the city. These aren't the bite-sized lumpia you might prefer. They're a little longer and meant to be savored. For dinner, Cebu amps its lumpia up with shrimp. As a big fan of the pork version, I was skeptical: If it ain't broke, don't fix it. But after a single bite, my tastebuds were singing a different tune. Shrimp was a simple yet decadent upgrade. I don't know if there's such thing as a perfect lumpia, but Cebu's nighttime offering has me wondering if we're getting close. — A.S. Neapolitan pizza from Coda di Volpe in Lakeview Coda di Volpe specializes in Neapolitan pizzas. Sandy Noto/Coda di Volpe Chicagoans seemingly love to debate pizza just about as much as they enjoy eating it. Deep-dish versus tavern-style is an eternal battle that will never be decided, but they're not the only pies deserving of your attention. Detroit-style squares have exploded in popularity in recent years, and there are also plenty of quality options for New York slices (no judgement) and traditional Italian pizzas. This past week, I visited Southport Corridor favorite Coda di Volpe to try some of its Neapolitan offerings. The restaurant is one of few in the city that's VPN-certified, a designation given to pizzerias by the American affiliate of the Naples-based Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana. This means the pies are made under certain parameters with approved equipment, which in theory should produce more consistent and superior results. Of course, it's still possible to have a bad Neapolitan pizza while adhering to these guidelines, and vice versa, so the certification isn't the be-all and end-all. It's been several years since I'd been to Coda di Volpe, but the three pies I sampled that night — margherita, mortadella and pistachio, sausage and soppressata — all hit the mark. The blistered, chewy crust surrounds a soft and gooey center, making it the perfect base for a smattering of toppings. The mortadella and pistachio pie stood out in particular — the savory pork, buffalo mozzarella, and nutty pistachio pesto all complementing each together harmoniously. It was worth braving the congestion around the neighborhood that coincides with a Cubs home game. — Jeffy Mai, associate editor, Eater Midwest Taiwanese beef noodle soup from Minyoli in Andersonville Minyoli is a Taiwanese restaurant offering noodle soups, popcorn chicken, and more. It's been a hot week in Chicago, so naturally I was in the mood for… noodle soup. Taiwanese restaurant Minyoli opened in Andersonville last year, giving the North Side a much-welcome spot to enjoy the East Asian country's specialties. While the chilled sesame noodles might've been more appropriate given the weather during my visit, I decided to go with what the kitchen is best known for, and also Taiwan's national dish — niu rou mian, or beef noodle soup. A bowl of eight-hour bone broth arrives teeming with bouncy, homemade noodles, pickled mustard greens, and tender beef (with the option of adding tendon as well) that's braised with black bean and spicy broad bean sauces. I added a little more heat with some chile oil, which really made the dish sing. Temps be damned, you should order this complex and wholly satisfying noodle soup year-round. — J.M.
News18
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Rajinikanth Starts Filming Jailer 2 In Mysore, Massive Crowd Gathers To See Superstar
Last Updated: Superstar Rajinikanth is shooting for Jailer 2 in Mysore. He waved to the massive crowd from atop his car, expressing gratitude. Rajinikanth fever has officially hit Mysore and how! The superstar has kicked off shooting for Jailer 2 there. As news spread that Thalaiva was filming near Bilikere, close to Hunsur, fans came running from all corners just to catch a glimpse of the legend. In true mass style, Rajinikanth didn't just wave from a distance, he also climbed on top of his car, threw his hands up in the air, and gave his fans a moment they'll probably never forget. After a few waves, a heart-melting smile, and that classic Thalaiva hand raise, the crowd went wild. Take a look at the viral video here: #Thalaivar at Mysore Bilikere for #Jailer2 shoot ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ #Rajinikanth | #Superstar @rajinikanth | #Coolie | #Jailer | #50YearsOfRAJINISM #CoolieFromAug14 | #SuperstarRajinikanth — Suresh balaji (@surbalutwt) June 22, 2025 The shoot for Jailer 2 is going on in full swing. The film stars Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff – all in one big movie. It's being directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures. The music is by Anirudh Ravichander, and the film is set to hit theatres in Summer 2026. Adding an extra layer of joy to the Jailer 2 shoot was director Nelson Dilipkumar's birthday celebration! The filmmaker turned 41 on June 21, and the team made sure it was special. Sun Pictures took to X (formerly Twitter) to share sweet moments from the celebration. In the pictures, Rajinikanth was seen handing Nelson a bouquet, smiling for photos with him and comedian Yogi Babu, and even feeding the birthday boy some cake. The pictures have been making rounds on social media ever since. Take a look below: Team #Jailer2 wishes our blockbuster director, @Nelsondilpkumar, a super happy birthday! 💥 #HBDNelson #HappyBirthdayNelson — Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) June 21, 2025 Meanwhile, the buzz around Jailer 2 reached fever pitch recently when rumours surfaced suggesting Shah Rukh Khan might appear in a special cameo in the film. However, Box Office South India later dismissed the speculation, clarifying that SRK is neither part of the cast nor involved in any form. That said, the possibility of a Bollywood star joining the ensemble hasn't been entirely ruled out. While names are still under wraps, sources claim one prominent Hindi film actor could feature in the action-packed sequel. First Published:
India.com
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet This Co-Star Of Rajinikanth Who Never Got A Lead Role — His Son Cracked UPSC In 2nd Attempt To Become An IAS Officer
New Delhi: One of Rajinikanth's co-stars, who was never seen in a major role, now has a son serving the nation as an IAS officer. In this feature, we're talking about an actor who shared screen space with the Thalaiva but remained in supporting roles throughout his career. While many might assume that his son followed in his cinematic footsteps to become a superstar, he chose a completely different path, one of public service. He cracked one of the toughest exams in India: the UPSC Civil Services Examination. UPSC is conducted in three rigorous stages- Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Not only did he clear all three, but he also secured an All India Rank of 75. Who Is This Actor? We are talking about Tamil actor Chinni Jayanth, whose real name is Krishnamurthy Narayanan. He has appeared alongside Rajinikanth in popular films such as Raja Chinna Roja, Adhisaya Piravi, and Petta. Despite his extensive work, Chinni was never cast in lead roles. His son, however, made headlines not in cinema, but in civil service. Srutanjay Narayanan chose to stay away from the limelight and forge his own path. Srutanjay's Educational Journey Srutanjay completed his engineering degree before beginning his UPSC preparation in 2015. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography. Later, he pursued a Master's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies from Ashoka University. His Professional Experience Unlike many UPSC aspirants who focus solely on academics, Srutanjay gained valuable work experience alongside his studies. He worked as a marketing intern at a startup, co-founded an event company called Ayamara Events, and served as a Project Manager at NASSCOM Foundation. He consistently studied 5–6 hours a day to stay on track. Srutanjay's UPSC Journey Srutanjay appeared for his first UPSC attempt in 2018, which did not result in success. However, he didn't give up. On his second attempt in 2019, he secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 75. He initially worked as the Sub-Collector of Tiruppur district and is currently serving as the Sub-Collector of Villupuram district. This IAS officer's journey is a testament to the fact that failures and setbacks should not pull you down- but instead motivate you to push harder. From being the son of a supporting actor to achieving national service, Srutanjay Narayanan's story is one of perseverance, grit, and quiet determination.
India.com
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Asia's most expensive star, makes Rs 270 crore per film, beats Shah Rukh Khan, Prabhas, Kamal Hassan, Jackie Chan, has a net worth of Rs…., his name is….
Indian cinema has witnessed many actors; while some of them shine bright, others fail to do so. For those who become a name in the industry, they eventually become the highest-paid actors. Although there are many actors who have got the tag of being highest paid, only a few of them are able to sustain the tag. Today, we will tell you about an actor who, despite turning 72, is still a big name in the industry. Not just that, he is one of the most expensive actors — or let's say, the highest-paid actor — in Asia. Yes, you read that right! If you are wondering who we are talking about, then scroll down to know about him. This actor in discussion is one of the most versatile personalities in the nation. He has contributed to Bollywood as well as South cinemas. Yes, let us tell you we are talking about none other than Rajinikanth. Popularly known as Thalaiva, Rajinikanth has earned love, respect, and indeed millions of hearts with his acting. Born as Shivaji Rao Gaekwad on December 12, 1950, Rajinikanth in his initial days witnessed major struggles. From being a bus conductor to doing several odd jobs, Rajinikanth faced tough days in his early life. However, from being an ordinary man to becoming a cinema legend, his story is an inspiration to many. Rajinikanth made his debut in 1975 with the Tamil movie Apoorva Raagangal. Over the years, he featured in many hit films including Robot, Robot 2.0, Baashha, Sivaji: The Boss, and Jailer. As a result, fans loved his performance, and not only that, Rajinikanth became India's highest-paid actor, leaving behind names like Shah Rukh Khan, Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, and Jackie Chan. Rajinikanth has achieved yet another milestone by becoming Asia's highest-paid actor. According to a report by DNA, he received a staggering Rs 280 crore as remuneration for his 171st film, Coolie, in which he plays the lead role. On the other hand, reports claim that Rajinikanth was paid Rs 125 crore for Vettaiyan and Rs 110 crore for Jailer. With an estimated net worth of Rs 430 crore as per Forbes, Rajinikanth is living a lavish and extravagant life.
NDTV
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Coolie 100 Day Teaser: Fans Approve Recreation Of Rajinikanth's Thalapathi Moment
Rajinikanth's much-awaited film Coolie created a buzz among fans with its new teaser recreating the Thalapathi moment. The makers dropped a new teaser to mark 100-day countdown to the film's release. The stand-out moment from the video is a recreation of an iconic scene from Rajinikanth's Thalapathi where he's seen standing with the setting sun in the background. The Internet gave roaring shout outs to the teaser. A fan wrote, "My humble quick edit for Thalaivar. Thank you Sun Pictures and Lokesh, Enna da life sad ah pogudhe nu nenaikkum bodhu, sema update erakki vitteenga. Thank you Thalaiva. Love you as always." #Thalapathi x #Coolie My humble quick edit for Thalaivar❤️ Thank you Sun Pictures and Lokesh, Enna da life sad ah pogudhe nu nenaikkum bodhu, sema update erakki vitteenga. Thank you Thalaiva 🙏🏻 love you as always #Thalaivar #CoolieFromAug14 — Kousik Karthikeyan (@kousik23) May 6, 2025 Another fan wrote, "Same world." Thalapathi - 2025 🧡 #Thalapathi #Rajinikanth #CoolieIn100Days #CoolieFromAug14 #coolie #LokeshKanagaraj — Navadeep (@Navadeep_Naiduu) May 7, 2025 Sharing a collage of the original scene and the recreated scene, another fan wrote, "34 years challenge." 34 years challenge 🔥🔥🔥🔥 #Thalapathi X #Coolie #Suriya X #Deva ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥 #LokeshKanagaraj miritataru 😍😍 — Dhanus kumar 🤘🏻💛 (@editor_dhanus) May 6, 2025 For the unversed, Thalapathi is a gangster drama written and directed by Mani Ratnam, and produced by G. Venkateswaran. The film stars Rajinikanth and Mammootty with Arvind Swamy in his feature-film debut, Jaishankar, Amrish Puri, Srividya, Bhanupriya, Shobana and Geetha in supporting roles. In March last year, Lokesh Kanagaraj unveiled the first-look poster of Coolie. The poster features a monochromatic image of Rajinikanth sporting a denim shirt. He is bound by a chain of wristwatches, which stand out in colour amidst the grayscale, with a conspicuous clock in the background. Sharing the poster on X (formerly known as Twitter), Lokesh Kanagaraj announced that the film's title will be unveiled on April 22. He wrote, "#Thalaivar171TitleReveal on April 22." Speaking of Coolie, it was officially announced back in September 2023. The tentative title was Thalaivar 171, marking Rajinikanth's 171 film. The film's new title was later released in April 2024. Coolie is scheduled to release on August 14.
