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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


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An economy in scrambles: Some brunch spots charging egg-stra fees

April 20, 2025

At Frida’s, a daily shipment of 15 dozen eggs used to cost around $30. Then prices cracked wide open — and the same order set the restaurant back more than $100. Rosario Barreto, the owner of the...

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Rising egg prices leave Evanston businesses scrambling

April 7, 2023

Eggs are the “number one ingredient” at Ovo Frito Café in Evanston, according to co-owner Zinnia Iglesias.  “Omelets, pancakes, french toast — everything has eggs,” Iglesias said. But,...

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Hot from the Oven: Frida’s Mexican-American fusion for brunch

February 28, 2022

This photo essay is a part of the Hot from the Oven series, a profile on local Evanston eateries to get a glimpse behind-the-scenes of their staff, clientele and history. Frida’s opened in January...

618 Church St. Frida’s, a new breakfast and lunch restaurant, is expected to open next week.

Frida’s, a new breakfast and lunch restaurant, to open on Church Street

January 23, 2019

In the next week, Evanstonians will have the chance to dine at Frida’s, a new restaurant at 618 Church St. specializing in breakfast, brunch and lunch options. Co-owner and manager Rosario Barreto...

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