a
pillow
is
not (will not be)
just
a
pillow
....



“The technology allows us to get to the essence of food,
It allows you to be more true with flavor, not less true.”

Grant Atchatz

"Grant Achatz, whose reputation as a molecular gastronomist, is the Chef/Co-Owner of Chicago’s Alinea Restaurant, arguably one of the best restaurants in the United States. Alinea opened in Chicago three years ago and is known for Achatz’s inventive techniques and fanciful presentations. When Gourmet Magazine named Alinea the top restaurant in its 2006 List of America’s Best Restaurants, the influential food critic Ruth Reichl praised Achatz and his food, putting him in the forefront as America’s next great chef..."

taken from here.

Lara Kastner Photography, video... here..






Alinea Restaurant
1723 North Halsted,
Chicago Illinois 60614

Claus Oldenberg's "Giant BLT (Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich)"
(perfect summer lunch)

please
watch
this
installation
film here.
(makes me laugh everytime.....)

and this one too!
it's a paperclip circus!

Wurstkuche

800 East Third Street, Downtown Los Angeles

Los Angeles.

Great sausages and amazing beer selection.