Michael Nolledo

Michael Nolledo is the former Deputy Editor of InsideHook and the founding editor of the Chicago edition. He is now the Editorial Director of the Reference desk at Insider.

All Articles From Michael Nolledo

The Divine Secrets of the Best Breakfast Sandwich You’ll Ever Make

Chicago’s crown prince on the art of egg and toasted bread

The Asian Noodle Soup That’s Ready to Come After Ramen’s Throne

Why Vietnam’s favorite comfort food will soon be everywhere

Here’s Where James Beard Nominees Eat on Their Days Off

Seven under-the-radar eateries from Chicago’s top toques

What Big and Tall Dudes Can Learn From the Draft’s Best Dressed

You're strong like bull. Your suiting game should be, too.

Where (and Why) to Splurge on a Better T-Shirt

When you wanna go basic, but not “basic”

On-Demand Workspaces You Can Rent by the Hour

Meet Breather, it’s basically Zipcar for getting sh*t done

Would You Consider Paying $1K for a Mint Julep at the Derby?

It’s for charity. And tastes like pecan pie. So probably yes.

What You (and Your Kids) Can Learn From a Lego Master

The man who invented Lego’s “architecture” spills his secrets

A Day in the Life of Filson’s Restoration Department

The heritage brand turns trash into treasure, and so can you

On the Importance of Preserving Stud Terkel’s Lifework

The forefather of the podcast needs your help

Is This Gun the Future of Self-Defense?

Meet the Salt Gun, the non-lethal defense alternative

The 40 Books Every Chicagoan Must Read

A Chicago bibliography for the discerning reader

Frank & Oak Pop-Up. Get There.

Elevated basics for the modern man, via Frank & Oak

Drinking with Your Coworkers 101

Learn the craft of mixology at Liquor Lab Academy