Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

Doser: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Founders: Jeni Britton Bauer and Charly Bauer Why we love them: Unbelievably smooth, rich, and addictive, we’re satisfied every time by a bowl of Jeni’s — this ice cream never disappoints. Of course, that doesn’t mean we’d say no to seconds… Products: Truly spectacular ice creams ranging from classic flavors, perfected, to of-the-moment inventions that convince us it’s... Read More

Chew on Something New at Dose May 13

One of the best parts of Dose? The fact that it’s ever-changing. This month is no exception, welcoming a slew of new vendors. Here are a few highlights: Valentino Pasta Pasta is a crowd-pleaser — especially when it’s small-batch, organic, and made in the suburbs of Chicago. Valentino uses semolina, whole wheat, and spelt flours to create delicious dry pasta. It’s toothsome, holds sauce in every imperfect crevice, and tastes... Read More

Three free ways to say I love you, Mom

We’ll make no bones about it. We want you to shop at Dose, and we’re pretty confident that after buzzing on a Do-Rite Donuts and Jeni’s ice cream sugar high (yep, you’re allowed to eat ice cream at 10am), you’ll be buying up a storm. But given that it’s Mother’s Day and that you probably want to put your personal touch on that gift for Mom, we’re providing three sweet options to make (or get) on site: First,... Read More