Goldie is a server at Carmine’s on Rush Street in Chicago. Five of us enjoyed many bottles of Chianti and lots of great Italian food at a sidewalk table last Friday night.

Great location for watching whatever you like to watch. Goldie, however, is that little something extra that makes all the difference. Like when one of the Texans tried to order the Ravioli entrée. “Chef Boyardee doesn’t work here. You don’t want that. Get the Bolognese,” advises Goldie. She enjoys what she does and makes new friends every night.

Every Chicago trip includes at least one night at Carmine’s. Make reservations as they are packed.

A donation will be made to Seattle’s FareStart in appreciation of Goldie’s something extra that makes all the difference service.