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Jamie and Deb of Leo Graphics Chicago (4200 W. Diversey) join me for conversation and food from the remarkable Hermosa Restaurant (4356 W. Armitage).

We\u2019re joined by Hermosa Restaurant owner/visionary Ethan Lim. Ethan has built up Hermosa on his own terms, and his warmth and authenticity are present inside the space and in every bite he prepares.

As we talk, we dig into the sandwiches that everyone is talking about: Hermosa\u2019s Cambodian fried chicken sandwiches. Before you even listen or watch, take the time to order ahead and get one of them in your belly this week. This is a \u201ctop five\u201d sandwich for Chicago; no exaggeration.

Ethan\u2019s story, history and perspectives are refreshing, and I think you\u2019ll enjoy hearing what he has to say.

As for the Leo Graphics team: Jamie and Deb are a blast to hang out with. We talked about their independent print shop business, which fuels and supports the local music community. They explain the process and economics behind their work in making record jackets (they share highlights from the likes of King Gizzard and Vortis), and the benefits of focusing on smaller-batch orders.\xa0

They also shared examples of the work they do on physical records; if you\u2019re watching the video version, you\u2019ll love seeing what they did for artists like Naked Raygun and My Life With the Thrill Kill Kult.

The Leo Graphics chat came to a crescendo when Jamie and Deb show what they brought for \u201cshow and tell\u201d: Car Con Carne stickers of all sizes & a cool banner! They do fantastic work, and if you\u2019re looking for print work: signs, album jackets, decals, drum heads, stickers \u2026 whatever \u2026 give them a shout!

Jamie and Deb are also in 13 Monsters. If you see this in time, check them out at Cary\u2019s Lounge (2251 W Devon Ave) on Saturday, May 11!

Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators.

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The summer season at Ravinia kicks off next month\u2026 and there\u2019s no place more comfortable to see outdoor shows.\xa0\xa0

Load up your picnic basket and head to the show\u2026 or take advantage of some of Ravinia\u2019s outstanding food options inside the park.\xa0

Violent Femmes are set to do an album play of their debut album with the Chicago Philharmonic. It\u2019s been hard for me to imagine stripped down songs like Gone Daddy Gone and Add It Up done with a classical collaboration. Get tickets and see the full schedule at ravinia.org.

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I want you to join my team! I\u2019m training for the American Lung Association\u2019s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click \u201cregister as a team member.\u201d From there, search \u201cCar Con Carne\u201d and get yourself signed up!

Join me at Soldier Field. Let\u2019s have some fun, do good and feel good.

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