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Why Chicago isn't hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The city withdrew its bid in 2018, saying it didn't make economic sense to host the tournament.

News

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="FIFA World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/13/what-to-know-about-world-cup-watch-parties-miami" data-vars-content-id="da422318-6d70-4c03-b0ef-fb2302fa4595" data-vars-headline="Why Chicago isn&#x27;t hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/13/what-to-know-about-world-cup-watch-parties-miami" target="_self">FIFA World Cup</a> kicks off next week and will be played across the United States, Mexico and Canada, but not in Chicago. The big picture: Eleven U.S. cities will host World Cup matches, including Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Dallas. The closest Midwest city is Kansas City.

Chicago Bears advance plan to leave Illinois for Indiana

It's unclear if this is the final decision, and Illinois leaders stressed that negotiations are ongoing.

The Chicago Bears are moving forward on a plan to build a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana. Why it matters: This is the strongest signal yet that Chicago&#x27;s NFL franchise <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="could leave Illinois" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/06/01/illinois-lawmakers-budget-bears-stadium-deal-taxes-gas-cell-phone-ban" data-vars-content-id="8106dd5a-ced0-4427-9ab6-ddc63df0fa99" data-vars-headline="Chicago Bears advance plan to leave Illinois for Indiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/06/01/illinois-lawmakers-budget-bears-stadium-deal-taxes-gas-cell-phone-ban" target="_self">could leave Illinois</a>.

Ferris Bueller turns 40: Rank the movie's best Chicago scenes

From Wrigley Field to the Art Institute, vote on the moments that made the movie a Chicago icon.

Culture

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="classic &#x27;80s movie" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2025/06/05/ferris-bueller-vest-auction-sothebys-sale" data-vars-content-id="2626c797-b15f-40a3-bbdd-bb2fb5aa6ea5" data-vars-headline="Ferris Bueller turns 40: Rank the movie&#x27;s best Chicago scenes" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2025/06/05/ferris-bueller-vest-auction-sothebys-sale" target="_self">classic &#x27;80s movie</a> about the lovable, sometimes irritating, slacker turns 40 this month. Flashback: John Hughes&#x27; &quot;Ferris Bueller&#x27;s Day Off&quot; premiered on June 11, 1986, and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="grossed more than $70 million" data-vars-click-url="https://www.boxofficemojo.com/year/1986/?grossesOption=totalGrosses" data-vars-content-id="2626c797-b15f-40a3-bbdd-bb2fb5aa6ea5" data-vars-headline="Ferris Bueller turns 40: Rank the movie&#x27;s best Chicago scenes" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.boxofficemojo.com/year/1986/?grossesOption=totalGrosses" target="_blank">grossed more than $70 million</a> at the box office, the 10th highest that year.

What to know about Chicago school board elections

Voters will be asked to select a president and representative from their subdistrict.

Education

Chicago&#x27;s first full <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="school board election" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2024/11/06/results-chicago-first-elected-school-board" data-vars-content-id="e20238de-d984-4b83-8e73-f8d01b82cd6a" data-vars-headline="What to know about Chicago school board elections" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2024/11/06/results-chicago-first-elected-school-board" target="_self">school board election</a> hits new milestones this week as officials accept final candidate objections Tuesday and decide ballot placement Wednesday morning.Why it matters: This consequential Nov. 3 election features 10 districts, 21 seats and staggered terms depending on the type of incumbent holding the current seat.<ul><li>In other words, voters will need a lot of public education.</li></ul>How it works: Chicagoans will be asked to vote for two candidates — one for school board president and one for their particular subdistrict.<ul><li>The city is divided into 20 subdistricts (identified by a number and letter) where the candidate must live. You can find yours <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="here. " data-vars-click-url="https://www.cps.edu/about/chicago-board-of-education/member-map/" data-vars-content-id="e20238de-d984-4b83-8e73-f8d01b82cd6a" data-vars-headline="What to know about Chicago school board elections" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cps.edu/about/chicago-board-of-education/member-map/" target="_blank">here. </a></li><li>Most of the 21 races have at least two candidates running, but two subdistricts feature candidates running unopposed.</li><li>So far, five people have thrown their hats in the ring for board president: Jessica Biggs, Jennifer Custer, Hilario Dominguez, Victor P. Henderson and Sendhil Revuluri.</li></ul>By the numbers: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="51 people have filed petitions " data-vars-click-url="https://cboeprod.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/prod/2026-05/Candidate%20Filing%20Report_20260526172953563.pdf" data-vars-content-id="e20238de-d984-4b83-8e73-f8d01b82cd6a" data-vars-headline="What to know about Chicago school board elections" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cboeprod.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/prod/2026-05/Candidate%20Filing%20Report_20260526172953563.pdf" target="_blank">51 people have filed petitions </a>to run for president or as a board member.<ul><li>Yes but: Many could be eliminated through petition and signature challenges that will play out over the next several weeks.</li><li>Board president candidates need 2,500 valid signatures, while board candidates require 500 to 1,500 from residents of their districts.</li><li>The challenges can be costly and brutal. In 2024, a pool of 45 initial candidates [for school board] was whittled to 31 by the end of the process.</li></ul>The intrigue: As of Monday afternoon, not a single petition challenge had been filed against a school board candidate, Board of Elections officials tell Axios. Follow the money: Board members get no pay for their service, but spending on the 2024 partial school board races exceeded $13 million. Spending on this wider contest is expected to exceed that, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Chalkbeat reports. " data-vars-click-url="https://www.chalkbeat.org/chicago/2026/04/17/chicago-public-schools-board-races-draw-cash/" data-vars-content-id="e20238de-d984-4b83-8e73-f8d01b82cd6a" data-vars-headline="What to know about Chicago school board elections" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.chalkbeat.org/chicago/2026/04/17/chicago-public-schools-board-races-draw-cash/" target="_blank">Chalkbeat reports. </a><ul><li>Much of the money came from the Chicago Teachers Union or super PACs funding candidates supportive of charters or school choice.</li></ul>Friction point: Despite heavy CTU spending on the 2024 election, union president Stacy Davis Gates <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="has warned" data-vars-click-url="https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000019e-4176-d410-a1be-e5771aa10000" data-vars-content-id="e20238de-d984-4b83-8e73-f8d01b82cd6a" data-vars-headline="What to know about Chicago school board elections" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000019e-4176-d410-a1be-e5771aa10000" target="_blank">has warned</a> businessman and Democratic donor Michael Sacks to stay out of this year&#x27;s race — comparing &quot;billionaire&quot; campaign funds to Jim Crow voting laws, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Politico reported" data-vars-click-url="https://www.politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2026/05/20/chicago-schools-elections-get-ugly-00929035?is_magic_link=true&amp;template_id=OT5J0E7B7DD7" data-vars-content-id="e20238de-d984-4b83-8e73-f8d01b82cd6a" data-vars-headline="What to know about Chicago school board elections" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2026/05/20/chicago-schools-elections-get-ugly-00929035?is_magic_link=true&amp;template_id=OT5J0E7B7DD7" target="_blank">Politico reported</a>.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="In return" data-vars-click-url="https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000019e-415b-d0fd-a3de-f75f6acc0000" data-vars-content-id="e20238de-d984-4b83-8e73-f8d01b82cd6a" data-vars-headline="What to know about Chicago school board elections" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000019e-415b-d0fd-a3de-f75f6acc0000" target="_blank">In return</a>, Sacks accused Davis Gates of defamation and hypocrisy, writing, &quot;no one in this city is focused more on spending big money on politics … than you do.&quot;</li></ul>What&#x27;s next: Expect coverage of specific races, campaign spending and more as this historic election unfolds over the next five months.Editors note: An earlier version of this story indicated that the two subdistricts with uncontested incumbents were on the North Side, but only one is.

Weekender: 25 things to do in Chicago from food to music to fitness

From Bleachers to Ribfest and Greek Fest, summer has arrived in Chicago.

Things to Do

We&#x27;ve waited long enough, but summer has arrived.<ul><li>Let&#x27;s get at it! Here are some ways to do just that.</li></ul>

Bite Club: Sichuan Spicy Tofu sandwich at Zenwich

The sandwich is a standout at the Elmhurst restaurant.

Food and Drink

My favorite new sandwich is a chicken sandwich, hold the meat. The bite: Sichuan Spicy Tofu, subbed in for chicken ($14), at Zenwich in Elmhurst.

Food Fight: Chicago's best Frozen yogurt

Axios Chicago reporters fight to crown a winner.

Anyone religiously on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Instagram" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/axioschicago/" data-vars-content-id="68de8eaa-9d39-4af7-a298-1fa0e7faa5de" data-vars-headline="Food Fight: Chicago&#x27;s best Frozen yogurt" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/axioschicago/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> (🙋) can tell you the food trend taking over feeds is frozen yogurt — less TCBY at the mall, and more fancy fro-yo with inventive toppings.Yes, but: We&#x27;re not quite where New York is on the trend, but there are definitely some reliable places.

NBC 5's Brant Miller celebrates 35 years with new documentary

The meteorologist also gives us what a perfect day in Chicago would look like.

This year, meteorologist and local media personality Brant Miller is celebrating his 35th anniversary at NBC 5. The latest: To honor the occasion, NBC 5 is airing &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Meet the Millers: Chicago&#x27;s First Family of Weather" data-vars-click-url="https://app.frame.io/presentations/5a757d82-f059-43e3-aede-cb724ea42dbb" data-vars-content-id="f2c0376c-7c32-42a6-8f68-c709d2b93a6d" data-vars-headline="NBC 5&#x27;s Brant Miller celebrates 35 years with new documentary" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://app.frame.io/presentations/5a757d82-f059-43e3-aede-cb724ea42dbb" target="_blank">Meet the Millers: Chicago&#x27;s First Family of Weather</a>,&quot; a documentary that peeks behind the scenes at the working relationship between Miller and his son, Joey Miller, who also produces forecasts at the station.

Food Fight: Best Caesar salad in Chicago

Our crew crowns standout Caesars from Armitage Ale House, Zarella and Pizz'amici.

As part of our regular <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Food Fight" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/05/18/best-chicago-breakfast-sandwiches-doma-samira" data-vars-content-id="1066e234-18e5-4d60-942b-3e7065d8bfb7" data-vars-headline="Food Fight: Best Caesar salad in Chicago" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/05/18/best-chicago-breakfast-sandwiches-doma-samira" target="_self">Food Fight</a> series, we are hailing the venerable Caesar salad and arguing over the best one.

Can you guess where Carrie is this week?

Axios Chicago reporter Carrie Shepherd recently took a tour of the road and snapped this.

Illinois is celebrating the centennial of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="iconic roadway" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/05/12/new-route-66-tour-explores-chicagos-road-trip-roots" data-vars-content-id="eccd9bdf-8cbb-4ca5-a146-b9b66965b322" data-vars-headline="Can you guess where Carrie is this week?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/05/12/new-route-66-tour-explores-chicagos-road-trip-roots" target="_self">iconic roadway</a> that stretches from Chicago to California.The big question: Can you guess where along Route 66 Carrie is standing?

Food fight: Best breakfast sandwiches in Chicago

From the sando at Sarima Cafe to the treats at TXA TXA and Doma, we've got you covered.

Chicago has no shortage of great breakfast sandwiches. Flashback: In 2022, Axios Chicago gathered<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" this tasty list " data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2022/04/19/locals-guide-breakfast-sandwiches-in-chicago" data-vars-content-id="4c8484a4-05f8-4c34-9939-1ad94e027464" data-vars-headline="Food fight: Best breakfast sandwiches in Chicago" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2022/04/19/locals-guide-breakfast-sandwiches-in-chicago" target="_self"> this tasty list </a>of old standbys, which included the sandwich from James Beard Award-winning Kasama and the tasty traditional fare at Do-Rite Donuts. Yes, but: That was four years ago — a lifetime for Chicago businesses and palates.

Billy Goat Tavern own Sam Sianis dies at 91

The Greek-born bar owner hosted presidents, sports stars and celebrities at his place.

Business

Legendary<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" Billy Goat Tavern " data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2024/06/13/wrigleyville-billy-goat-opens" data-vars-content-id="71718b49-bcbd-4db3-a0b8-b85f744a9b32" data-vars-headline="Billy Goat Tavern own Sam Sianis dies at 91" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2024/06/13/wrigleyville-billy-goat-opens" target="_self"> Billy Goat Tavern </a>owner Sam Sianis, 91, died Friday morning surrounded by his family, the restaurant<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" announced on social media." data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXhCKSRtz4/" data-vars-content-id="71718b49-bcbd-4db3-a0b8-b85f744a9b32" data-vars-headline="Billy Goat Tavern own Sam Sianis dies at 91" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXhCKSRtz4/" target="_blank"> announced on social media.</a>

Petterino's brings 2001 nostalgia to Chicago

The Theater District staple marks 25 years with retro dishes, DJs, jazz and a toast.

We&#x27;re all suckers for some nostalgia, and you can travel back to the turn of the century on Monday.The big picture: Petterino&#x27;s, in the heart of the Theater District at Dearborn and Randolph, celebrates its 25th anniversary, complete with a throwback menu of dishes and prices from its 2001 opening.

Axios reporters take the tomato plant challenge

Axios reporters try to grow tomatoes in cramped urban settings.

Welcome to Chicago&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="traditional start " data-vars-click-url="https://extension.illinois.edu/gardening/when-plant" data-vars-content-id="45f95289-66fa-45b8-b58a-c067fb689540" data-vars-headline="Axios reporters take the tomato plant challenge" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://extension.illinois.edu/gardening/when-plant" target="_blank">traditional start </a>of tomato gardening season.What&#x27;s happening: We&#x27;re launching our first Axios tomato challenge, where each of us nurtures the same type of plant in our different environments to see who can produce the most or best fruits this summer.<ul><li>And we&#x27;d like you to play along.</li></ul>State of play: Because none of us has a ton of traditional gardening space, we asked the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Chicago Tomato Man, Bob Zeni, " data-vars-click-url="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/" data-vars-content-id="45f95289-66fa-45b8-b58a-c067fb689540" data-vars-headline="Axios reporters take the tomato plant challenge" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/" target="_blank">Chicago Tomato Man, Bob Zeni, </a>to advise us on the best option to suit:<ul><li>High-rise Carrie, who will need to garden on a south-facing windowsill</li><li>Townhouse Justin, who wants something off the ground that won&#x27;t attract rats.</li><li>Three-flat Monica, who gardens on her back porch.</li></ul><figure><img alt="Two small tomato seedlings in black plastic pots on a wooden surface. A pink plant tag with a QR code reads CHICAGO and Rosy Finch between the plants; blurred background." height="4284" id="977472ea-5e51-4ff2-beee-669bfb1202b5" src="https://images.axios.com/z-GHSwEXCWn-G6FBwARoy6TIWmU=/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg" width="5712" srcset="https://images.axios.com/3Hw9ve1jJRXf5MKVlQQ8vMdV30c=/0x0:5712x4284/1920x1440/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg?w=1920 1920w, https://images.axios.com/B2XahegexoafQ3re26Uy0-9QdpE=/0x0:5712x4284/1600x1200/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg?w=1600 1600w, https://images.axios.com/WptlOTXZDw0uIJHyF36F2DwVeD8=/0x0:5712x4284/1366x1024/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg?w=1366 1366w, https://images.axios.com/_xM7PKDJGEvwIjgUqmwnN8m7eIM=/0x0:5712x4284/1024x768/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg?w=1024 1024w, https://images.axios.com/wLxcHg5rkgHOy2JRpZIuAYPAIBg=/0x0:5712x4284/768x576/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg?w=768 768w, https://images.axios.com/0UWqH3372tmtlJbasMEaamCt14g=/0x0:5712x4284/640x480/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg?w=640 640w, https://images.axios.com/IJ3cNYKHkjKbLY8VxTyLPDtK5aA=/0x0:5712x4284/320x240/2026/05/10/1778455416737.jpeg?w=320 320w"/><figcaption>Two Rosy Finch tomato plants. Photo: Monica Eng/Axios </figcaption></figure>The plant: A <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Rosy Finch " data-vars-click-url="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/shop-all/rosy-finch?rq=rosy%20finch" data-vars-content-id="45f95289-66fa-45b8-b58a-c067fb689540" data-vars-headline="Axios reporters take the tomato plant challenge" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/shop-all/rosy-finch?rq=rosy%20finch" target="_blank">Rosy Finch </a>tabletop seedling that we picked up at one of Zeni&#x27;s many <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tomato Man pop-ups" data-vars-click-url="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/new-events-1?view=calendar&amp;month=05-2026" data-vars-content-id="45f95289-66fa-45b8-b58a-c067fb689540" data-vars-headline="Axios reporters take the tomato plant challenge" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/new-events-1?view=calendar&amp;month=05-2026" target="_blank">Tomato Man pop-ups</a> happening throughout May across the city and burbs.<ul><li>Other compact varieties include Golden Hour micro dwarfs or Little Bing cherry tomato plants available at local shops and nurseries.</li></ul>What he&#x27;s saying: The plants &quot;should do well in the ground, in pots outdoors or even indoors with the right light,&quot; Zeni tells Axios.<ul><li>&quot;Indoors, they won&#x27;t be as productive because they need six to eight hours of sunlight every day, but if you have a south-facing window, that&#x27;s good.&quot;</li></ul>The big picture: &quot;I always recommend these for people that are just starting out because they&#x27;re so much easier to take care of than standard plants that get 6 to 8 feet, and you have all kinds of issues about staking and trimming,&quot; he said. Cold facts: Despite the conventional &quot;after-Mother&#x27;s Day&quot; timetable for outdoor planting, Chicago has proven unseasonably chilly this month. Zeni advises caution until nighttime lows remain above the mid-40s.<ul><li>He also urges folks to spend a week &quot;hardening off&quot; indoor-grown tomato seedlings. This means giving the plants outdoor exposure during the day followed by nights back inside.</li><li>Justin and Monica will follow <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="these instructions all week" data-vars-click-url="https://savvygardening.com/how-to-harden-off-tomato-plants/" data-vars-content-id="45f95289-66fa-45b8-b58a-c067fb689540" data-vars-headline="Axios reporters take the tomato plant challenge" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://savvygardening.com/how-to-harden-off-tomato-plants/" target="_blank">these instructions all week</a> with our outdoor-bound plants. </li><li>Once the seedlings are ready to stay outdoors, we&#x27;ll lean on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Zeni&#x27;s growing tips" data-vars-click-url="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/main-st" data-vars-content-id="45f95289-66fa-45b8-b58a-c067fb689540" data-vars-headline="Axios reporters take the tomato plant challenge" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.chicagotomatoman.com/main-st" target="_blank">Zeni&#x27;s growing tips</a> all summer. </li></ul><figure><img alt="woman holding a flat of tomato plants" height="3573" id="d87756ef-e2dd-4afc-8c21-af2dedcb4822" src="https://images.axios.com/M6WDZezpKhF3IPZIzNVp4bKPa44=/2026/05/10/1778455555694.jpeg" width="5005"/><figcaption>Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot picks up her 2026 tomato seedlings from a Chicago Tomato Man pop-up in Lincoln Park Saturday. Photo: Monica Eng/Axios</figcaption></figure>The intrigue: While picking up plants, Monica ran into a fellow gardener who also happens to be a former Mayor and Axios Chicago member.The judges? You! In a few months, we&#x27;ll post pics of our best tomatoes and let readers decide the winner. What&#x27;s next: We&#x27;re hoping you&#x27;ll follow along, plant your own tomatoes and share tips and pics as we dig into our first virtual Axios garden club.

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Bite Club: Sichuan Spicy Tofu sandwich at Zenwich

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