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Giardiniera – known fondly by its American nickname Italian relish – can be found on just about everything in Chicago. From Italian beef sandwiches to omelettes, these vegetables that have been “dragged through the garden” are a celebrated condiment throughout the Chicago area? So, what exactly is in this mix? And how are James Beard winning chefs like Tony Mantuano of Spiaggia using it on their menu? Zagat video producer Billy Lyons investigates.

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