A spiny coral spider crab shell arrives perched over saffron-simmered bomba rice, hiding something even better beneath it. Asador Bastian’s Spider Crab Arroz Cremoso is lush, nuanced and so good that sharing it requires more generosity than I can reliably muster.

Discover the warmth of tortellini in brodo at Monteverde Chicago, where hand-crafted tortellini meets deeply flavorful broth. Inspired by Emilia-Romagna’s culinary tradition, this seasonal dish is a must-try for cold nights. Watch pasta being made in their pastificio, savor each bite, and finish the meal the Italian way—with a splash of Lambrusco in the last sips of brodo.