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ABBEY: There is one item that we wanted to get from Portillo's: their chocolate cake shake. So after a day in Downtown Chicago, our Kuya and Ate treat us for dinner at Portillo's at Harwood Heights. And yes, the chocolate cake shake is available.  But first I indulged with big bites on their Italian Beef and Sausage combo; beef and sausage in a sandwich. It was so delicious and packs a lot of flavor. No need for any condiments like ketchup or mustard.  Then came the dessert. It is literally a slice of Portillo's famous chocolate cake put into a blender. You can still feel the cake texture in every sip. Just be moderate with this. Lots of sugar and calories my friends. Portillo's: Beef. Burgers. Salads. - Italian Beef and Sausage Combo Portillo's: Beef. Burgers. Salads. - Menu Portillo's: Beef. Burgers. Salads.   Portillo's Famous Cake Shake Portillo's: Beef. Burgers. Salads. - Italian Beef WILL: Portillo's is o...

ABBEY: On our first visit to Shedd Aquarium, we saw Kim and Carlos Chicago Hotdogs stand. Who can miss their yellow flag? A combo of hotdog, chips and drink costs US$7.00.  The hotdog comes with pickles, relish, tomato, and chili, and it was delicious. Just beware of the seagulls. They want a piece of that delight too.  Oh by the way, put only mustard and no ketchup please. It's a "sin". Kim And Carlo's Chicago Style Hot Dogs   Kim And Carlo's Chicago Style Hot Dogs Store WILL:  If hotdog in Philippines is usually served with ketchup, in Chicago its a NO-NO!  Chicago hotdog is consist of pickle spear, onions, pickled green pepper, mustard, tomatoes and poppy seed bun. Too many toppings! Haha! So when I took my first bite, it seems my taste buds is having a feast of flavors!  Thanks Kim and Carlos stand for making our first taste of Chicago Hotdog memorable. Why memorable? We are eating those yummy buns on a freezing col...

ABBEY: We're used to take public transport in Singapore so we took up the challenge of riding trains and buses going Downtown Chicago. As a tourist, we opted to buy a day-pass for 10USD. Unlimited train and bus rides for a day. By doing this, we were able to go to the museums like Adler, the Navy Pier, 360 Chicago, Willis Tower, Chicago Riverwalk, Magnificent Mile and a lot more.  I cannot help comparing the trains of Singapore and Chicago. Not an insult but for Chicago Transit Authority to improve the system or service.  The trains are just plain dirty; floor, windows, and seats. They have smell too. I even observed that there are people literally "living" inside the train. Safety and health issues.  The buses on the other hand are clean. Touch the door and it will open just like magic. Chicago USA: Public Transportation - Bus Chicago USA: Public Transportation - Train Station   Chicago USA: Public Transportation - Train Coach W...