Ingredient Thu Jan 03 2008

Calling All Cars

Living in Chicago means that I think I can find any food or ingredient. I can go to Patel Brothers on Devon Avenue for Indian foods, over to Conte di Savoia on Taylor Street for Italian, or Argyle Street for Vietnamese.

But I'm stumped. I can't find Portuguese muffins. These soft, buttery versions of English muffins have long been a favorite (even when I bought them as "Australian Toaster Biscuits" from Oroweat), and despite my searches, these don't seem to be anywhere near Chicago. I can attempt recipes, or order online, but I'd rather find them locally. Anyone?

— Robyn Nisi / Comments (3)

sahar / January 7, 2008 12:15 PM

try treasure island they're labeled as crumpets. i always find them at the treasure island on broadway near addison.

Robyn / January 9, 2008 12:44 AM

Thanks! I'll head up there!

Paul / May 30, 2009 10:26 PM

You want the best Portuguese Muffins , go to www.3mealmuffin.com

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