Chicago

"I love to go to Quimby’s Bookstore in Wicker Park. It’s this artsy book spot that has sections where local creators can have their zines sold on consignment. They have graphic novels, magazines, special events. They’re representing a very diverse pool of Chicago artists and creative publications."

Quimby’s Bookstore

"It's hard to find good African food in North America. Chicago luckily has a couple sweet gems like Yassa and it serves West African food. It has this special Yassa lamb, which is so good. It's marinated lamb with onion, garlic, mustard, lemon, and some secret spices. It reminds me of home back in Cameroon and the meals we eat there."

Yassa African Restaurant

"My favorite coffee spot is actually my family's. My dad is from Cameroon and was born on a coffee farm, he came to America to be a doctor and eventually went back to his coffee roots. I did the branding for it with patterns from our tribe in Cameroon. And the coffee is the best you’ll ever taste."

Kribi Coffee

"J.P. Graziano is a long-running Italian market and sandwich shop. It's been around since 1937, which is crazy. It’s a testament to how great their subs are."

J.P. Graziano Grocery

Travel has been a constant part of Jeremiah’s life, making regular family trips to Cameroon, his father’s birthplace. Back in Chicago, he’s found West African flavors that remind him of these visits, as well as other firm food favorites that go beyond hot dogs and deep dish pizza.

Jeremiah Shalo is a graphic designer turned artist and illustrator who loves to celebrate his city, Chicago, in his artwork.

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