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The unexpected journey to The Lula Cafe Cookbook

Co-owner and Executive Chef of the beloved restaurant says he hopes readers will add their own twist to his recipes as they cook.

   

Lula Cafe in Logan Square is well known for its seasonal dishes that have an unexpected twist that just works, but Jason Hammel didn’t always think he’d be a chef or own a restaurant in Chicago. He did think he’d write a book though.

Reset learns more about that journey from Lula Cafe opening its doors to Hammel’s first cookbook.

GUEST: Jason Hammel, owner and executive chef, Lula Cafe

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