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My gf and I are going to Sepia this weekend for our anniversary. From what I have read, it seems like it is firing on all cylinders right now. I haven't been there since having one of their $25 lunches back in 2014. My main question is whether or not to do the prix-fixe or the tasting menu. The most recent review I found on Reddit was of the tasting menu, but that was from 6 months ago. Since I would insist on the caviar course, all in on the prix-fixe is $150 and the tasting menu is $195. Do folks have an opinion on which is the better option? For example, is there something on the prix-fixe menu that is not on the tasting menu?

For reference, other Michelin/nice places I have visited in Chicago are Elske, Oriole, Indienne, Carino, Valhalla, and Boka.

From this recent CHE article, the following passage occurs:

"Claybaugh anticipates an increase in traditional teaching approaches such as in-class exams and cold calling on students. She argues that they are effective strategies to keep students prepared and focused, and to evaluate how well they have learned the material. Professors got rid of cold calling, she says, “because they listened to students who said, Oh, it makes me feel anxious. But what we’re finding is, well, it does make sure people are ready for lecture every day and engaged and paying attention.”"

Yes. Student comfort level, whatever that is, is not the primary point of a higher education. To me, the fact that education professionals thought otherwise is stunning. Pedagogical fads.

Seeking menu advice for Sepia anniversary dinner in Chicago this weekend.

Finally. Some Sanity Regarding Education and Grading