"Kathy Vega Hardy is opening her first standalone restaurant, A Taste of the Philippines, in Jefferson Park at 5914 W. Lawrence Avenue. The restaurant, which seats 28, will offer a mix of savory Filipino dishes and desserts. Vega Hardy is partnering with Crumbs and Creams, a bakery known for sylvana, and will provide desserts like ube doughnuts and turon. The restaurant will also serve breakfast items such as silog and sandwiches, using local ingredients like Four Star Mushrooms for vegetarian adobo. Vega Hardy aims to preserve Filipino culture with her unique twists on traditional recipes, and the restaurant will feature a full espresso bar with coffee from Veloria Coffee." - Ashok Selvam
