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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille, a Texas institution, has been working its way into the hearts ( and tummies) of Illinoisans for a few years. Luckily, I have been a part of their growth in the area. I have been to several openings and have enjoyed a number of great meats including their famous" 7 Finger High Pork Chop"!
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance CheSa's Bistro & Bar , 3235 W. Addison continues to...
Don't Miss Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Moe's Cantina and Tree House - Chicago, IL - Festivities begin on May 1 at Moe's and May 2 at Tree House and run through May 5
CheSa's Bistro & Bar Brunch Specials for Mother's Day, May 11 & 12 - Chicago, IL - Moms will receive a complimentary glass of champagne to accompany their meal. Reservations may be made on OpenTable.
Co-created and narrated by Deke Sharon, the heralded \"Father of Contemporary A Cappella\" and music director of \"Pitch Perfect,\" History of Harmony tells the story of vocal harmony from the early 20th century to today. From barbershop quartets through doo-wop and boy bands, these layered musical sounds have permeated pop music and an entire culture.
CheSa's Bistro & Bar Introduces Lunch Beginning Wednesday, April 24 - Chicago, IL - CheSa's Bistro & Bar, the popular gluten-free restaurant in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, is now open for lunch, Wednesday-Friday.
Featuring Hells Canyon, North America's Deepest River Gorge. California's Warner Mountains & Surprise Valley, Arizona's San Francisco Peaks, Upper Michigan's Porcupine Mountains, Kentucky's Red River Gorge. and Beauty and Diversity of Virginia's Smyth County.
The story begins with Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass. They do a special "dinner for Two" that Jane and I were going to enjoy for the second night ( Seder). I felt that since we have enjoyed every Catholic holiday with Frank and his family, perhaps, this meal would be even more special if Jane and I allowed him to take the meal.
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbbrook, under...
Some of Chicago's top chefs provide advise on how to get the most out of a weekend visit
Chicagoans can also celebrate 4/20, see a variety of music and dance performances and check out the 23rd annual Chicago Palestine Film Festival.
Prairie Grass Cafe, Northbrook, was honored for its Sensory Friendly Hour program at the 18th annual Disability Matters North America Awards, held April 4 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Passover begins at sunset on Monday, so now is the time to finalize your holiday dining plans at a suburban restaurant or order your to-go packages. Here are some we found to get you started: Di ...
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille, considered an important component in the ongoing evolution of Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills, officially opened for dine-in service Monday. Patrons had their first t...
Congrats!: Northbrook restaurant Prairie Grass Cafe was honored for its Sensory Friendly Hour program at the 18th Annual Disability Matters North America Awards held in Milwaukee on April 4.
Sarah Stegner, two-time James Beard Award-winning chef, and owner of Prairie Glass Café joins Lisa Dent to talk about the importance of regenerative agriculture, how the chef community works with local farmers directly to provide great entrées for their restaurants. You can join Sarah Monday, April 15th for the Local Food Forum's "Better" Dialogues with [...]
Podcast: David Manilow interviews Chef Sarah Stegner
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille, a Texas institution, has been working its way into the hearts ( and tummies) of Illinoisans for a few years. Luckily, I have been a part of their growth in the area. I have been to several openings and have enjoyed a number of great meats including their famous" 7 Finger High Pork Chop"!
Have you ever been to a "Drag Brunch? If you have, how long has it been? In my case, I believe the last one I saw was probably 20 plus years ago and while we have talked about a few on the radio show, only Frank has attended.
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Prairie Grass Cafe , 601 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, c el...
Korina Sanchez is Vice President and General Counsel of Third Coast Hospitality, a family-run restaurant group that manages restaurant/bar and entertainment venues in Chicago including Moe's Cantina, Old Crow Smokehouse, Treehouse Chicago, Tunnel, and La Luna. Sanchez is also a founder of Great Lakes Solex, a minority owned and operated manufacturing company.
Hunting for holiday entertaining ideas? Build a brunch board that will have everyone's taste buds doing the bunny hop. From farm-fresh delights to chocolatey treasures, we've rounded up the most egg-cellent picks to make your brunch spread a feast to remember. Plus, Mariano's very own Amanda Puck's brunch board can make your gathering a basket full of delicious surprises.
The celebratory event is scheduled for April 22nd at the BMO headquarters located at 320 South Canal, Chicago. Chicago, IL - March 19, 2024 - (HINA Wire) - Negocios Now proudly revealed its latest list of "Latinos 40 Under 40," recognizing the outstanding leadership of young Latinos in the Chicago metropolitan area.
Easter is just over a week away, which means it's time to start making plans for brunch, lunch or dinner on March 31. Many restaurants have you covered for meals at home with takeout packages that w...
Evanston has had its share of star-studded occasions in the previous, however so far as the foodie universe is worried, this one might nicely take the cake. On Tuesday, March 19, James Beard Award-winning chefs Gale Gand (Outstanding Pastry Chef 2001 and Outstanding Service 2007), Debbie Gold (Best Chef Midwest 1999), Beverly Kim (Best Chef [...]
Stegner is a two-time James Beard Award-winning chef, a restauranteur, a philanthropist, and one of the mothers of the modern Chicago food scene.
Learn How to Make Tortilla and Taco's with La Luna Chef Marco Colin - Chicago, IL - Classes on the First and Last Tuesday of the Month Starting Tuesday, April 2 Tickets may be purchased on Eventbrite or OpenTable.
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Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, is ser...
Those of you who have read my restaurant reviews and have heard us talk about Perry's Steakhouse and Grille. This is a national chain that had its start as a butcher shop, so when it comes to meat, they are experts.
Texas-based Perry's Steakhouse & Grille plans to open its third Chicago-area location April 15 as part of the ongoing Hawthorn mall redevelopment in Vernon Hills. The free-standing site on the s...
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille plans to host a grand opening at the Hawthorn Mall after construction delays hindered the opening by a year.
Windy City Times News - For those who wonder about the lack of a farmers' market in Chicago during the winter months, I point you toward Green City Market (GCM) Avondale, taking place on Saturdays at 8 a.m.-1 p.m. through March
In celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, Executive Chef Richie Farina of Adorn Bar & Restaurant is hosting an exclusive four-
CHICAGO - Chicago Black Restaurant Week is in full swing and its encouraging foodies to check out Black-owned businesses across the city. Chesaree Rollins was working in the corporate world when an...
By Lawrence A. Johnson It's been a good season for English choral music. Bella Voce presented a choice concert of William Byrd's music last fall that included his majestic Mass for Five Voices. On a chilly Saturday night in River Forest, Chicago a cappella showed that they are about more than Beatles songs and cabaret tunes with "Cambridge Concert."
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Tree House Chicago serves uniquely crafted pizzas including Detroit-style pizzas and now you can learn how to make them. Chef Marco Colin joined us in studio with details on a pizza-making and wine experience you can take part in. 149 W. Kinzie St treehousechicago.com Detroit Pizza Recipe:Dough Recipe:● 11 oz Bread Flour● 0.35oz Salt● 0.35oz [...]
Spend your weekend enjoying live music, Martinis and the annual Lunar New Year parade with these 16 things to do in Chicago.
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Wrigleyville, Chicago, Old Crow Smokehouse extends an invitation to culinary enthusiasts and adventurous spirits alike. ( photo from : https://www.facebook.com/OldCrowSmokehouse/ ) Prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey that transcends the ordinary as Chef Marco Colin unveils the artistry behind the iconic Louisiana Crawfish and Seafood Boil.
Eat bacon and check out a Valentine's-themed haunted house.
I have put together a roundup of Valentine's Day Chicago 2024 special offerings by restaurants, hotels and businesses.
Did you ever wonder how to create the iconic Louisiana Crawfish and Seafood Boil? Get ready for a real treat as Old Crow Smokehouse’s Chef Marco Colin takes you behind the scenes where you’ll learn the secrets of making this mouth-watering feast. Two classes are being held from 1 – 3 PM, Sundays, February 25, and March 24 at Old Crow Smokehouse, 3506 N. Clark St., Chicago, telephone: 773-537-4452.
Chicago Restaurant Week January 18–February 4 Multiple locations, Prices vary Chicago Restaurant Week is here. For one more weekend, participating restaurants like CheSa’s Bistro & Bar
If you think finding good bread is easy, you’re wrong. Bread seems simple enough, but it takes substantial work to produce and find exceptional quality loaves
One of your neighbors posted in Community Corner. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author's own.)
Enjoy Fabulous Gluten-Free Prix Fixe Brunch and Dinner Menus beginning February 12 CheSa’s Bistro & Bar, at 3235 W. Addison Street in Chicago’s Avondale https://chesasbistro.com), is celebrating the joys of Black culinary art by participating in Chicago Black Restaurant Week, which begins February 11 and runs for two weeks until February 25.
Windy City Times News - Happy anniversary: Pilsen restaurant La Luna, 1726 S. Racine Ave., will mark its fifth anniversary on Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. La Luna invites guests to indulge in an evening of live music, delicious cuisine and craft cocktails. The event will feature Chef Marco Colin from La Luna, Chef Maria from Rubi's, Don Pedro Carnitas, Chef Alfonso Sotelo from 5 Rabanitos and guest mixologist Luigi Estrada. Tickets for La Luna's 5th Anniversary Celebration can be purchased...
Just down the street from the Apollo Theater in Lincoln Park, there is a shop that I have passed for several years, but never paid attention to. This part of Lincoln Avenue is not as "hot" as the area a block to the south.
Farm to Pet has special packages of their Chicken and turkey treats for your pup to celebrate how much love.
La Luna, a cornerstone of Pilsen's culinary scene, is thrilled to announce its 5th anniversary celebration on Wednesday, February 7 at 6:30 PM. The festivities will take place at La Luna's location at 1726 S. Racine Ave., Chicago. Tickets for La Luna's 5th Anniversary celebration can be purchased online at Eventbrite, https://www.eventbrite.com/o/la-luna-59888705793, for $40 per person.
Hey it's Leslie, and I love music of just about every genre. When I was in high...
Celebrate Fat Tuesday and Valentine's Day at CheSa's in Avondale - Chicago, IL - Enjoy a Fabulous Gluten-Free Mardi Gras on February 13 and a romantic Prix Fixe Dinner on February 14
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance La Luna , 1726 S. Racine Ave., hosts its 5th anniversary...
Ticket proceeds from the event, which features food from Pilsen chefs, will go to Pilsen Food Pantry and Healthy Hood.
Love is in the air at La Luna Chicago, (1726 S. Racine Ave., Chicago IL 60608; telephone 312-248-8957). “We’re delighted to invite Chicagoans and visitors alike to celebrate Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day with us,” says owner Samantha Sanchez. La Luna is celebrated with two events, both offering delectable Mexican cuisine, tantalizing cocktails, and an unforgettable atmosphere.
"More Than March" is a Black & Bling Bash hosted by over 30 Chicagoland leading Let's Talk Womxn restaurateurs and entrepreneurs on Friday, March 1, 2024.
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Prairie Grass Cafe is offering two Valentine's Day experiences. Pre-Valentine's Day Wine Tasting: Valentine's Day festivities
Wednesday February 14, 2024: Valentine's Day Dinner at Prairie Grass Cafe On February 14th, sweep your loved one off their feet with an...
Celebrate Date Night on Taco Thursday, February 15 with Complimentary Mezcal Tasting at Moe’s Cantina River North Join the fun at Moe’s Cantina River North’s (155 W. Kinzie, Chicago. 312-245-2000) Taco Thursday, February 15., 6 pm to 8 pm., enjoy a complimentary Mezcal Tasting. All night: Bring a date or bring your Gal Pals, everyone will be celebrating with complimentary heart-shaped churros with heart sprinkles, strawberry compote and sweet crema for each table. and $10 Mezcal Cocktail...
Chicago a cappella's "History of Harmony" Concert in April tells the story of vocal harmony from the early 20th century to today. Chicago a cappella, one of the most renowned musical ensembles in Chicago, is set to thrill and amaze audiences in April 2024 with their concert program entitled History of Harmony.
Prairie Grass Cafe, a beloved dining destination in Northbrook, IL, is introducing its Ambassador's Program. Chef/owners Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris
Who loves you, feminist foodies? We do! Enjoy this running and delish list of women-owned restaurants in Chicago and women-powered kitchens.
Bell Heir’s BBQ , the renowned BBQ take-out spot in Chicago, is gearing up to celebrate its 1st anniversary on February 3. Owner and chef Tyris Bell invites the community to join in the celebration with a special promotion: Buy One Get One for Half Off on all menu items, available all day on Saturday, February 3 and Sunday, February 4.
A slew of new restaurants are slated to open in the suburbs in 2024. Here's a taste of what's to come. Ancho & Agave A summer opening is planned for Ancho & Agave at 20506 N. Rand Road in...
Unveil the hottest happenings and the best things to do in Chicago this weekend.
The Tribune asked chefs and restaurant owners in Chicago their predictions for how they expect the city's food scene to evolve in 2024. Humanitarian impact Chicago Chefs Cook has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for disaster relief in Ukraine, Ethiopia, Maui and other places. Chefs stepping up as leaders in their communities, and consumers dining at establishments with civically minded proprietors won’t go away in 2024, according to the nonprofit’s leadership team.
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Chefs Sarah Sterner and George Bumbaris of Prairie Grass...
Sarah Stegner, co-owner and executive chef at at Prairie Grass Cafe, joins Orange Friday to show off some of their delectable offerings that would go perfect with any tailgate.
Nestled in the heart of Lincoln Park, Chicago, Verzênay is not just a French patisserie; it's a delectable journey curated by the passion and culinary finesse of Pâtissiere Arshiya. Having spent over a year in the culinary capital of the world - Paris - Arshiya brings the most authentic and flavorful French delicacies to the...
The “January Blues“ are real. Let’s face it, after New Year’s Day, the month is all down hill. Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook has a remedy for the cold, dreary days by dubbing January pot pie month. The pie schedule features a vegetarian mushroom pot pie ($23) on Jan. 7, classic chicken pot pie ($25) Jan. 14, lobster pot pie ($42) Jan. 21 and duck pot pie ($34) on Jan. 28. The pot pies are available for dine-in or takeout, and takeout orders can be baked or unbaked. Place your order in...
Hawthorn, a super-regional shopping center in Vernon Hills, recently announced the addition of six new tenants continuing the center's transformative redevelopment into a self-sustaining live-work-play campus.
You can enjoy holiday celebrations, comedy shows and concerts in the city this weekend.
From upscale dishes to drag entertainment, there's something for everyone. Dance fever: Tunnel Chicago—above Tree House, at 151 W. Kinzie Ave. (and don’t ask me how a tunnel is above a treehouse)—will have its own all-night dance party on New Year’s Eve. Tickets are $95 per person, and various booth upgrade packages are available, topping off at $1,000 for an 8-person VIP Main Floor Wall Booth.
Near the Apollo Theater is Verzenay at 2507 N. Lincoln. This is a traditional French bakery, patisserie, chocolate shop and café. Initially, I opted for biscuits and almond croissants. Then I went back and loved the macarons. Now I want to go back for lunch to try one of their sandwiches or quiches. Par Bob Glaze De retour à Chicago après un merveilleux voyage de 17 jours à Paris en novembre 2022, j'avais envie de certains des plats et pâtisseries
Travel to Whoville, sip themed cocktails and grab photos with the Grinch himself during a high-spirited holiday pop-up, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas at Moe's Cantina in the Wrigleyville neighborhood. The festivities run through
Have you thought about what your furry 4 legged friends are getting for Christmas? Chachi, my eleven year old shih tzu lhasa apso, lives for treats. Also food. Mostly just treats, though. I know he loves all sorts of chewy goodness, like peanut butter bites, chicken drops, and beef/ duck sticks.
We asked some of the most trusted local chefs and culinary pros to name the best thing that they ate out in the Chicago suburbs in 2023.
Tunnel ChicagoNew Year's EveTunnel Chicago invites you to a sensory-enhancing all-night dance party! Revel in the lighting and sound system, sip on co
Moe's Cantina serves up a Quinceañera by Jerry Nunn
Leading up to Christmas, FOX 32 Chicago is partnering with local chefs to help inspire you with some new holiday recipes.
Chef Sarah Stegner, Co-Owner of Prairie Grass Cafe and Co-Founder of Chicago Chefs Cook, joins Steve Dale to talk about the Evanston Community Fridges program that aims to provide food to those who are in need this holiday season.
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Chefs Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris, Prairie Grass C...
Options abound for memorable Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining experiences in the suburbs. Many restaurants are also offering to-go packages so you can enjoy the holiday in the comfort of your ho...
La Luna will hold a drag brunch hosted by Stassi Dee Diamond and featuring Au Blakk Diamond, Vanya Adalet Diamond and special guest Anya K Thunderka
You can focus on getting gifts underneath the tree and let Chicagoland restaurants do the heavy lifting for Christmas dinner. Prairie Grass Cafe A barbecue short rib dinner for two includes macaroni and cheese, broccoli, Parmesan-crusted roasted carrots and sticky toffee date cake for $132. Add a quart of butternut squash soup for $20 or a bottle of wine for $28-$48. Orders can be picked up from 3-5 p.m. Dec. 23. 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook; 847-205-4433; prairiegrasscafe.com
Here are 13 holiday teas in Chicagoland to choose from - just in time for the 12 days of Christmas.
This season, make a lasting impression with our delicious Chicken Chips, packaged in limited edition holiday red and green bags. Our single-ingredient treats are made from 100% chicken breast and full...
Farm to Pet single ingredient dog treats make for tasty toppers on dog food or satisfying chews to nibble on. Below are the top picks just for your pup! Don’t miss the chance to spoil your furry friend with these top picks of Farm to Pet USA dog treats
From strengthening foundations to adding restaurant concepts, three operators chat about what's next in 2024.
Last night began our winter holiday, Hanukkah. On the first night, in addition to lighting the first ( of 8 ) candles on the menorah, celebrating how one day of oil lasted 8, we enjoy a special di...
We picked 15 of the most influential people who've shaped our city this year.
By David Landis- You can almost hear those sleigh bells jingling because it's that time of year again. Holiday fever is taking hold! So, the Gay Gourmet has compiled some of my favorite gift recommendations for the foodie in your life. As a bonus, I've also included a treasured holiday family recipe that my sister [...]
The season of Hanukkah is here! Come celebrate the Festival of Lights with a delicious dining experience from Prairie Grass Cafe, Located at 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook. Chefs Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris are pulling out all the stops to make your Hanukkah celebration truly memorable.
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The holiday season is in full swing and pop-up events around Chicago are ready to celebrate 'the most wonderful time of the year.'Whether
We all know that "Farm to Table" is the healthy way for us to dine. We want our families to eat health and be healthy, so why not our pets? Aren't they part of the family? It seem...
Maximalism, a bigger focus on the bar, transportive meals, and other restaurant trends to know from the year gone by. Most inclusive restaurant: Prairie Grass Cafe near Chicago Restaurants are hard places for people with sensory sensitivity, but this restaurant is redefining hospitality with new, semi-regular sensory friendly dining hours for people with autism.
Providing meals to help fill a "community fridge."
Moe's Cantina is all decked out for the holidays.
As the holiday season approaches in the coming weeks, we've got our eye on the best holiday bars in Chicago that go all-out with decorations!
Organizers are relaunching the program with a narrowed new mission of celebrating and supporting local culinary talent.
The Soul Fridge, one of four fixtures of Evanston Community Fridges and standing outside of Soul & Smoke, will be filled with new meals this holiday season. Twelve chefs from Evanston and Chicago will drop off meals in the fridge from Nov. 22 until the end of the year.
With the help of volunteers and generous donors, Evanston's Soul & Smoke restaurant keeps the Evanston Community Fridge, adjacent to their restaurant at 1601 Payne St., stocked with meals.
The season of Hanukkah is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the Festival of Lights than with a delicious dining experience from Prairie Grass Cafe?
Prairie Grass Cafe opens its doors for dine-in starting at 5pm on December 7. In addition to their regular menu, the chefs have crafted special holiday off
Instead of covering your kitchen with oil, you can leave the cooking to the pros this Hanukkah.
The holiday season is almost here and these festive pop ups are perfect for all your merry making needs.
You can get photos with Santa, try a mashed potato martini, figure skate and more at these Christmas- and Hanukkah-themed pop-ups.Check out Moe's Cantina and Old Crow Smokehouse!
Heather and D'Andre, along with volunteers from Evanston Community Fridges, stock the refrigerator and pantry outside the Soul & Smoke location at 1601 Payne St., Evanston year-round. The need increases during the winter and the holidays, and to address demand this year, they asked Chef Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Cafe & co-founder of Chicago Chefs Cook to help organize additional contributions to the pantry.
Enjoy a Bloody Mary or benedict at these 20 spots
Thanksgiving is the time to celebrate over delicious food with family and friends, but unfortunately a large population of Evanston residents cannot afford that luxury this holiday season. "While Evanston appears to be an affluent community, we have more than 31% of our school population living in poverty, and we're home to a large, unhoused population," said Heather Bublick and Chef D'Andre Carter of Soul & Smoke.
Sure, Verzaney offers the usual Thanksgiving staples like pumpkin, apple and French silk pies, as well as their buttery brioche dinner rolls, but how about mixing things up this year with a Thanksgiving Quiche? In the audio clip below, Pâtissiere and owner Arshiya Farheen tells WGN's Steve Alexander she offers savory options, such as the [...]
Holiday-packaged, healthy treats from Chicago-based Farm to Pet - Chicago, IL - Bring a joyous crunch to your dog's Thanksgiving and holiday celebrations with single-ingredient turkey or chicken treats
Elevate Your Holiday Season with Verzênay's Spectacular Holiday Tea - Chicago, IL - The holiday season is around the corner, Verzênay Chicago (2507 N. Lincoln Ave.) is set to enchant the Windy City with a Holiday Tea.
The dehydrated, single-ingredient treats aim to help pet parents include dogs in their holiday celebrations.
As we head into the holidays, most especially, the reality that many people will not have the opportunity to eat even a good meal always gnaws at me. To have shelter, clothes, and food for sustenance is a blessing I myself don't ever take for granted and always looking of/for ways to be a blessing...
Panache blogs : # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Verzênay Chicago's , 2507 N. Lincoln Ave., holiday tea...
The holiday season is almost here and these festive pop ups are perfect for all your merry making needs.
Let these 54 restaurants do the heavy lifting for you ahead of Turkey Day.
Korina Sanchez, vice president and general counsel at Third Coast Hospitality Group, says they’re hiring fewer people and having servers do more work. I PHOTO BY JOHN R. BOEHM
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Moe's Cantina Wrigleyville, 3518 N. Clark St., transform...
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Chefs Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris of Prairie Grass...
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Here's a look at Thanksgiving Chicago 2023 featuring special offerings by restaurants and businesses. Thanksgiving Chicago 2023: Dinner
One of your neighbors posted in Neighbor News. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author's own.)
Here's a look at Christmas Chicago 2023 featuring special offerings by restaurants and businesses. Christmas Eve is Sunday, December 24
'Tis the Season for Merriment with Christmas Popups - Chicago, IL - Moe's Cantina Wrigleyville and Old Crow Smokehouse are Chicago-favorite Christmas popups, making the holidays merry, bright, and delicious
Chesaree Rollins, chef and owner of CheSa's Bistro & Bar, delivers marvelous gluten-free Cajun and Creole cuisine at her Avondale neighborhood restaurant.
The Arts & Food Humanity hosted by Demera will celebrate culture and cuisine with some of Chicago's top chefs while raising money for a great case.
Moe's Cantina prepares to fully embrace the vibrant spirit of the Day of the Dead on Thursday, November 2.
For most of us - WORK - plays a huge role in our lives. Some of us wake up dreading the day to day, but there's a few brave souls within society that catapult their ideas or passions into reality. Their work is also their joy.
Spend a festive weekend in Chicago's North Shore looking at holiday lights, stocking up on sweets and shopping for gifts.
Panache blogs: # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Chef Marco Colin of Old Crow Smokehouse, 3506 N. Clark S...
From her restaurant in the Chicago suburbs, the chef fosters appreciation of local produce and sensitivity to those around her
The Chicago bakery looks to elevate the holiday with traditional pies and authentic French delights.
One of your neighbors posted in Neighbor News. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author's own.)
Here's a look at Thanksgiving Chicago 2023 featuring special offerings by restaurants and businesses. Thanksgiving Chicago 2023: Dinner
Panache blogs : # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Old Crow Smokehouse, 3506 N. Clark St., hosts Chicago Ba...
Moe's Cantina, the renowned Mexican restaurant and bar located at 155 W. Kinzie St., will be celebrating the Day of the Dead in grand fashion on Thursday,
It's officially spooky season. Check out this roundup of Chicago IL Halloween Events for some spooktacular fun.
Panache blogs : # books ; # entertainment ; # nationalentertainment ; # romance Chef/owner Chesaree Rollins, CheSa's Bistro & Bar , 3235 W...
Chefs trade strategies around rising food costs, labor shortages and guest experiences.
On Sunday, 10, 15, I spoke with Sebastian White on the radio (WCPT820, a copy of which is available at LIVE Radio) about their fundraiser called "Eat and Evolve II" which took place at ...
Sabrina Bracher / Shutterstock.com Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap.After the kids moved out and I had to cook for one, I quickly grew tired of it. At home, I get caught in a routine of chicken soup, pasta and sau
Prairie Grass Cafe (601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook IL) is once again offering special sensory friendly dining hours, monthly on Saturday
Prairie Grass Cafe just outside Chicago is welcoming people with disabilities with its sensory-friendly dining hours.
SPECIAL SENSORY DINING HOUR RETURNS TO PRAIRIE GRASS CAFE Sensory Friendly Dining Hour at Prairie Grass Cafe - Accessible and Inclusive for All Day and Time of Sensory Friendly Dining Hour: Saturday, October 28, November 25 and December 30 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM Sensory-Friendly and Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities: Limited People Limited Reservations Limited Contact from Servers Limited Noise Accessible and Inclusive for individuals of all ages and abilities Prairie Grass Cafe (601...
These revolutionary restaurants are changing the game when it comes to championing accessibility and hiring inclusively. Award-winning chef Sarah Stegner is the force behind Prairie Grass Cafe, a New American restaurant that’s a prototype for what inclusive dining looks—and sounds—like. This August, the restaurant hosted “sensory-friendly dining hours” to welcome people with autism and other sensitivities.
What to do in Chicago this weekend. Shake Off Your Week with a Bar Crawl Express your inner Swiftie at the Taylor Swift Bar Crawl: Eras, Ex’s and Everything Taylor in Wrigleyville. Tickets come with a brunch buffet, drink specials, gift cards to use on the crawl, and an endless amount of T-Swift hits. The crawl will hit up Old Crow Smokehouse, Moe’s Cantina, Bamboo Club, HVAC, and Merkle’s. Sept. 30 eventbright.com.
Come enjoy the comfort of late summer and early autumn weather at Moe’s Cantina’s rooftop in Wrigleyville, or at the downtown River North location! Late summer and early autumn are the perfect time to enjoy rooftops in Chicago, and local diners and party goers who are in-the-know, look to the best rooftop spots to capture that special mood.
Windy City Times News - Tree House Chicago, 149 W. Kinzie St., will host combination pizza-making and wine-tasting classes on Sept. 28, Oct. 19 and Nov. 16. Guests will learn how to make Neapolitan-style pizza with customized toppings, and will taste various wines—all on Tree House's Italian-coast-inspired back room and outdoor patio.
Old Crow Smokehouse, Moe's Cantina Wrigleyville, and Tree House are everything a fun and football-loving Chicagoan could ask for.
From the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad to the Sagano Scenic Railway, these are the 13 best fall foliage train rides in the U.S. and abroad.
If you're dreaming of a fabulous rail vacation across Canada, look no further. Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey that will transport you through the breathtaking landscapes of this beautiful country in style and comfort. In 2024, Vacations By Rail® presents an opulent rail experience that will leave you in awe of Canada's natural wonders and cultural treasures.
Hispanic Heritage Month is September, and Chicago celebrates with parades, cuisine, art, and more! Here is how to soak up the culture.
The bartenders who embrace mezcal are a passionate bunch. Though there are vastly less mezcal-focused bars around the country compared to the myriad venues that highlight Tequila, these bars are thriving thanks to their dedicated leaders, who have an unwavering appreciation for Mexico's other significant agave export.
Plus, Chicago Chefs raise $60K for Maui
It has been a while since we visited the charming CheSa's Bistro, located in the Jewel Shopping Center on Addison and Kedzie in Chicago' At that time her newly opened dining spot...
Sebastian White's Fundraiser Triple Play My friend Sebastian White is a busy, busy man. Fresh off being a participant in the Chicago Chefs Cook dinner that raised funds for victims of the Maui wildfires - that's him second right in the photo - Sebastian continues to cook up a storm to support his The Evolved Network non-profit and others' causes as well.
Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State, and Notre Dame - there is no better place to watch all the action than Moe's Cantina,
CheSa's Bistro & Bar Returns with All-Day Brunch Saturdays and Sundays - Chicago, IL - Every Saturday and Sunday, the restaurant will serve up its delicious and creative Creole/Cajun R&B Brunch menu from 9 AM to 4 PM.
Spicing Up Heritage: Celebrating Mexican Heritage Month & Independence - Chicago, IL - The Sanchez Sisters Infuse Fresh Energy into Chicago's Mexican Dining Scene Moe's Cantina and La Luna Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
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Recovery efforts are continuing after wildfires in Maui left over 100 people dead and hundreds missing, and in Chicagoland, restaurants, food trucks and breweries are putting their bottom line on the back burner to help raise money for the island.
Late on Saturday afternoons, the restaurant welcomes guests with autism, input disorders, noise sensitivities and more by providing a
Late on Saturday afternoons, the restaurant welcomes guests with autism, input disorders, noise sensitivities and other disabilities by
All of the funds raised during the event will go directly to the Hawai'i Community Foundation-Chef Hui Fund, which supports Maui restaurants, hospitality workers and their families who were displaced due to the fires.
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"I feel like supporting other chefs and getting them back up and running is the right thing to do," said Prairie Grass Cafe chef and co-owner Sarah Stegner, who along with four other local chefs is hosting a fundraiser happy hour and dinner Sunday at the Northbrook restaurant for survivors of the Maui wildfires.
Prairie Grass Cafe will host a fundraiser Sunday, Aug. 27, to benefit The Hawai'i Community Foundation - Chef Hui Fund to help victims of the devastation caused by the wildfires in Maui, Hawaii.
In Northbrook, Prairie Grass Cafe will launch dining hours meant to offer an inclusive space for customers with autism or different abilities.
Enjoy the comfort of late summer weather on Chicago's best rooftops - Chicago, IL - Head to Wrigleyville rooftops at Moe's Cantina and Old Crow Smokehouse, and Tunnel Chicago's retractable roof in River North
Korina Sanchez and Samantha Sanchez have taken the reins of their dad's Third Coast Hospitality Group, using all of the experience they acquired while growing up in the restaurant business.
"Sensory-Friendly Dining available here "! Have you ever seen this phrase? Do we all truly understand what it even means? To start with, there are people that are unable to handle the crowds and n...
Nine principals have been removed pending discipline or investigations into "serious misconduct" in recent years. Of those, six are Black men.
Lieutenant David Haynes, a police officer who works on the North Side of the city, makes his weekly visit to the WGN Radio studios and the Bob Sirott Morning Show. Lt. Haynes, who co-authored "The Beat Cop's Guide to Chicago Eats," reviews Joe's on Higgins. Located at 5862 W.
Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook will hold three sensory-friendly dining sessions designed to provide an inclusive atmosphere for people with sensory sensitivities or physical, cognitive or developmental disabilities.
Chef Sarah Stegner started Prairie Grass Cafe in suburban Northbrook with the mission of making diners feel nurtured and taken care of. So when Stegner learned that people with autism often feel overwhelmed when they go to restaurants, she saw addressing those needs as a natural way to continue that mission.
In suburban Northbrook, Prairie Grass Cafe will launch dining hours meant to offer an inclusive space for customers with autism or different abilities.
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Challenging economic news hits the restaurant industry. Subway loads up on slicers. Sensory-friendly dining at a suburban Chicago restaurant. These stories and more This Week in Foodservice.
The problem with popular restaurants is that they're popular. A lot of people go, and people are noisy. But people of all ages, but especially those of a certain age, struggle to hear conversations of table mates. Then there are those among us who are uber-sensitive to noise, light, and even human contact.
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Chefs Dish: The chef-partner in Prairie Grass Café is featured in this ongoing video series that spotlights the preparation of a signature
Imee's Mediterranean Kitchen is a Loop restaurant born out of three generations of Lebanese women cooking for their families. Owner Nicole Nassif shares her recipe for baked kibee or kibbeh, a combination of bulgur, ground meat, and spices.
Planned maintenance programs, taking care of technicians and leading by example ease maintenance issues.
Congratulations on your silver book award! Synopsis A child TV personality from a prominent Filipino family and the son of an accomplished academic, Jobert Abueva was a high achiever at his all-boys Catholic international school in Tokyo, Japan. Whatever Jobert did, he had to be the best, racking up achievements.
Celebrate Juneteenth at a Black-owned restaurants in Chicago and the suburbs, including Virtue, Brown Sugar Bakery and Bronzeville Winery.
The best Chicago restaurants reviewed by Chicago Tribune's food and dining editors, covering celebrity chefs, Chicago bars, and dining news.
Impress dad by planning a special brunch, lunch or dinner outing for Father's Day Sunday, June 18. Here's what some suburban restaurants are planning.
Windy City Times News - The James Beard Awards took place June 5 at the Lyric Opera House in Chicago and the city celebrated a couple winners. Chicago's Damarr Brown, who is chef de cuisine at Hyde Park's Virtue restaurant, was named
Celebrate Father's Day with restaurant and bar specials in Chicagoland, where whiskey, barbecue and beer will feature heavily this weekend.
The photo above is of the traditional Ethiopian messob served as the main course at A Night of Hope, the fundraiser that took place Sunday (June 11) and held at the Guild Row events space in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood. The dinner raised money to provide educational and health assistance to refugees from the war-torn Ethiopian province of Tigray.
Chicago a capella holds arts education fundraiser Cabaret Night at FitzGerald's Nightclub in Berwyn on June 15.
On the bustling corner of Lawrence Avenue and Broadway, Demera Restaurant has been introducing Chicagoans to Ethiopian cuisine since 2007. On Sunday, the chef and owner will be cooking for a cause. BlackVoicesWTTW. Find French Classics and Martini Service at Old Town's New Brasserie.
Six women chefs, passionate to help and support each other, have joined together to raise money to benefit the non-profit International Society for Better Health (ISBHA) for their school and food security programs. Tigist Reda, chef/owner of Demera Ethiopian Restaurant , with the support of her friend chef Sarah Stegner, has been spearheading efforts to raise money for the much-needed programs, helping make a difference in the lives of refugee children at the Hasheba refugee camp close to the...
Local Food Forum writes often about the steadfast generosity of Chicago's culinary community, as expressed in fundraising dinners produced by organizations such as Chicago Chefs Cook , The Evolved Network and Green City Market . The photo above is worth at least 1,000 words.
Tyris Bell, chef/owner of Bell Heir's BBQ (Canaryville/Fuller Park (704 W. 47th Street, Chicago) is offering takeout choice for Father's Day celebrati
We are crazy for Latin American cuisine all around, from Mexican to Peruvian to Brazilian, we love exploring all the goodness in these cuisines! Luckily, the Chicago food scene offers an impressive tour for your tastebuds, made by some seriously expert chefs.
It's Father's Day and time to celebrate the special Dad in your life. Chicago offers many fun options, from brunches to concerts to cruising on the river. Here is a guide to some of the fun activities available in Chicagoland. Chicago Electric Boat Company Hit the Chicago River with Captain Dad while cruising in the city in an electric boat.
Prairie Grass Cafe is hosting a Fathers Day Brunch, Sunday, June 18. Brunch will be served from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. Adults are $85 per person; children
Panache blogs: # ; books; # food; # grilling; # # romance entertainment ; # videogames Prairie Grass Cafe, Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, host a duo Father's Day celebration featuring brunch service 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dinner features all-natural slow-braised BBQ brisket; mashed potatoes and vegetables ($34). Service begins at 5-7:30 p.m.
Photo caption: Lindblom Math and Science Academy Having been physically ejected from a recently held Chicago Board of Education meeting, Troy LaRaviere, president of the Chicago Principals & Administrators Association, called for a federal, state and higher education investigation into the illegal removal of Black Lindblom Math and Science Academy Principal Abdul Muhammad.
The Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy is one of the country's agricultural hubs, growing grapes for wine as well as producing the wheat, tomatoes, cheese, and ham used in many iconic Italian dishes. But the region's farms were devastated last month due to catastrophic flooding that killed 14 people and displaced more than 36,000.
No, even in Chicago, is doesn't snow in June. But the cottonwood trees have been super productive in churning out pollen, and when they are, it can create the strange illusion that you've been caught in a snow squall on an 80 degree day. This accumulation on Saturday was near our apartment in Lakeview.
Prepare to Feast on LIfe!Robert (Raub) Karr and his best friend, Walter, planned a relaxing cruise from Seattle to Mexico. Little did they know that their vacation would be upended when they met the author and creator of Auntie Mame , Patrick Dennis, on board the ship.
CHICAGO-After 25 years of commendable service to Chicago's youth as a teacher, assistant principal and principal, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) removed Abdul Muhammad from Lindblom Math and Science Academy after what critics call "a sloppy, one-sided investigation." In response, roughly 200 Lindblom students and alumni, as well as former students of Principal Muhammad from CVS [...]
Chef and restaurant owner Chesa Rollins' recipe for restaurant ownership began with an unusual ingredient - a diagnosis. "I was diagnosed with celiac disease," Rollins said. "I found out I was when I was three months pregnant, and I went to six or seven different specialists and at that time I started to lose hearing in my right ear.
Bell Heir's BBQ, 704 W. 47th St., the carryout venture owned and operated by chef Tyrus Bell, features offerings such as a Slagel Farms smoked barbecue turkey leg ($16.99); and the crème de la crème barbecue brisket cheeseburger featuring two 4-ounce ground beef patties topped with barbecue brisket, cheese and fried pickles, served with a side of fries, $18.99.
'Bogus' charges against Principal Abdul Muhammad are racist and false, they say Upset that mostly white Lindblom teachers voted to remove Lindblom Math & Science Academy principal Abdul Muhammad based on 82 bogus, trumped-up charges, Father Michael Pfleger called on CPS to immediately reinstate him and to cease "railroading" Black principals out of office.
The James Beard Awards, widely considered some of the most prestigious prizes in American hospitality, will soon return to Chicago for its glitzy annual awards gala on Monday, June 5 at the Lyric Opera House.
AUBURN GRESHAM - The ousted principal of a South Side high school is firing back against Chicago Public Schools, saying his abrupt dismissal was part of a months-long "witch hunt" as some former students and parents demand he be reinstated. Supporters of former Principal Abdul Muhammad packed into a town hall Thursday at St.
Chicago Public Schools officials are continuing to back the district's decision to remove the leader of a prominent West Englewood school after some parents and community members called for more transparency. CPS removed Lindblom Math & Science Academy principal Abdul Muhammad from his position in March, citing "an investigation that substantiated findings" against him.
In the 19thand early 20th centuries, city grew into the keystone for the nation's industrialized food system through processing. Former fixtures such as the stockyards and its massive meatpacking plants are long gone, yet Chicago remains a center for big food companies such as Mondelēz, Kraft/Heinz, Mars Wrigley, Kellogg's, Quaker, Conagra, Kerry, Ingredion, Lifeway, and others that have corporate, regional or division headquarters in and around the city.
Chicago will celebrate the arrival of the 2023 James Beard Awards® presented by Capital One from Friday, June 2 through Monday, June 5 with a weekend of large-scale events, including concerts, special collaborations, education sessions, and much more.
Boy Wonder by Day. Boy Toy by Night. A child TV personality from a prominent Filipino family and the son of an accomplished academic, Jobert Abueva was a high achiever at his all-boys Catholic international school in Tokyo, Japan. Whatever Jobert did, he had to be the best, racking up achievements.
Windy City Times News - On May 15, the Avondale restaurant eden, 2734 W. Roscoe St., was the site of a rather extraordinary gathering of Chicagoland chefs, nonprofit CEOs and other business leaders in a moving discussion that centered on building
Jobert E. Abueva Author Interview Boy Wander: A Coming of Age Memoir is your story about growing up in a difficult childhood home and struggling with your own identity through your teen years and into adulthood. Why was it important to share your story? Confronting tumultuous and sometimes shameful aspects of my adolescence has been cathartic...
Jobert Abueva Boy Wander is Jobert Abueva's heartrending, evocative memoir relaying pivotal moments in his childhood as he awakens into ...
We get it. You're in the mood for a spicy margarita. And tacos, duh. Wait - maybe a wood-fired prosciutto pizza. Or there was that really great, buttery lobster roll from that place. Oooh - also your favorite celebrity chef just opened up a new spot.
Who loves you, feminist foodies? We do! Enjoy this running and delish list of women-owned restaurants in Chicago and women-powered kitchens in the Chicago area. Got a women-owned favorite that we missed? Let us know! Brown Sugar Bakery And Cupid Candies Owner: Stephanie Hart Cuisine: Southern-style desserts, chocolates Neighborhoods: Greater Grand Crossing, Navy Pier Read Hilary Christian's interview with Hart here.
The real-life story behind "At Sea with Patrick Dennis: My Madcap Mexican Adventure with the Author of Auntie Mame," would be a wonderful pageturner if it ever made its way into book form. How is it that this new, thoroughly engaging memoir from Rattling Good Yarns Press has a triple Coachella Valley connection?
Jobert E. Abueva is the author of the new memoir Boy Wander: A Coming of Age Memoir . His work has appeared in a variety of publications, including The New York Times. He has worked in the global marketing field, and he lives in New Hope, Pennsylvania.
Looking for the perfect place to celebrate Mom this Mother's Day? Chicagoland offers many options, from brunch to hotel getaways. Here are 18 unique activities to make Mother's Day special. Geja's Cafe Geja's Cafe is the perfect place to bring Mom. This iconic restaurant has been celebrating special days for 58 years.
Mom's special day -- Sunday, May 14 -- will be here before you know it. Show her some love with a special brunch, lunch or dinner out on the town at a suburban restaurant. She'll love that she doesn't have to cook or clean up.
Restaurants give the world a place to celebrate, gather with loved ones, and escape into an experience where worries are few and the joys many. But the view from a dining chair can sometimes obstruct the fact that people who work in hospitality may be fighting their own battles, making it difficult to work in the industry they love.
Affable chef/proprietor Kurt Bellon putters about town in slightly Japanese firetruck, inspiring smiles and rumbling tummies anywhere he goes. The truck released St. Louis into the culture of konbini (abbreviated from konbiniensu sutoru), Japan's ubiquitous convenience shops that market organized and packaged food.
It's this time of the year again. Sunshine, carnations, fresh grass, and outdoor brunches. With Chicago finally entering al fresco season (thank you, 50-degree-plus temperature!), there is no better way to celebrate the upcoming Mother's Day brunch.
Windy City Times News - Mother's Day might be right around the corner (on Sunday, May 14) but there's still time to make reservations at some of the coolest spots in Chicago. Here are a few spots/ideas to consider for Mom's
Moms work hard, so they deserve a day to relax and enjoy themselves while their loved ones take care of them. You can show how much you appreciate the mom or mother figure in your life this Mother's Day by taking them out or treating them to a great meal at home.
Baseball fans can dine on the field at three iconic ballparks across the country this summer thanks to the James Beard Foundation. The unique dinner parties - a part of the foundation's "Stadium Chef Series" - will be hosted at Chicago's Wrigley Field, Boston's Fenway Park, and Minneapolis' Target Field, organizers shared with Travel + Leisure.
Earth Month and Earth Day both take place in April. / Photo: Shutterstock Next Level Burger teamed up with ocean cleanup group The Ocean Blue Project, and throughout Earth Month, the plant-based burger chain is donating $1 to Ocean Blue for every Organic Ocean Blue Banana Shake sold at Next Level Burger's 10 locations.
Chicago a cappella performed the "American Songbook" on Saturday, April 22, at Ganz Hall on Michigan Avenue. This unique vocal ensemble shares songs that have stood the test of time. It's an incredible musical journey, which will remind you of simpler times. The ten talented voices mixed well together without the support of any musical instruments.
Cinco de Mayo honors the Mexican army's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla that took place on May 5, 1862. In the U.S., the holiday has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage, according to history.com. Here is what some local restaurants and bars are offering on Friday, May 5, and into the weekend.
Chicago is home to some of the best restaurants in the world, and new ones are popping up left and right across the span of the entire city. There's no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic threw a wrench in the plans of many local restaurants, with some closing doors for good. Kurman client Bell Heir's BBQ featured
During her lengthy career in the city's hospitality industry, Ina Pinkney inspired and mentored many. Now, she is savoring a well-deserved celebration! To ring in her 80th birthday, the philanthropic group Chicago Chefs Cook held a special event at The Geraghty in Pilsen to honor the 'Breakfast Queen' - and it was all for a good cause.
Dozens of Chicago chefs will be serving up bites to raise money for two local charities and honor the city's so-called "Breakfast Queen." WBBM Newsradio's Lisa Fielding reports.
A handful of Chicago chefs will be proffering special lion's mane mushroom sandwiches this Saturday as meatless Earth Day specials. Why it matters: The coordinated effort features the tasty fungus grown locally at Four Star Mushroom Farm - a delicious way to reduce consumption of meat, which can take a big toll on the environment to produce.
For Earth Day -- Saturday, April 22 -- Prairie Grass Cafe chef Sarah Stegner organized four of her fellow chefs at other Chicago restaurants to feature Lion's Mane mushrooms in specialty sandwiches for the day. And Wetzel's Pretzels is giving away free pretzels on National Pretzel Day Wednesday, April 26.
Head to Prairie Grass Cafe for a fabulous Mother's Day Brunch, Sunday, May 14. Brunch will be served from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. Adults are $85 per person; children 10 years and under are $54 per person, not including beverage, tax or gratuity.
The Evolved Network aims to help youths in systemically oppressed communities through gardening, culinary training and employment opportunities, among other ways.The organization is the brainchild of Sebastian White, a chef and clinical psychologist. When asked to recount about how the organization launched, White started with an intriguing bit.
Spring cocktails are a ritual. From refreshing herb-based drinks to fruity spritz, Chicago's spring drink scene is full of al fresco vibes. Whether you're looking for a playful afternoon drink, or an elegant dinner beverage, these seasonal items from our favorite Chicago bars and restaurants will chime with your spring mood.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Most of you know that for over 30 years I was a Cubs season ticket holder, so I spent a lot of time in the Wrigleyville area. During the years since they became "winners", the area has changed and a lot of new dining spots have been added.
Lions Mane Mushrooms is a whole food source of all 9 essential amino acids, rich in vitamins, and delicious. They contain compounds that can help boost the immune system against infections, regulate the digestive system, and promote the repair and growth of cells across the body.
Get daily culture news like this, sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today DESIGN State Street Demolition Will Take Six Weeks . Judge Sounds Off On Audible Crossings Demolition of the neglected three-story building between the endangered, federally-owned Consumers and Century buildings will start Friday and take at least six weeks, reports CBS 2.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ For the last few weeks, leading up to Passover, I have mentioned that the good folks at Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook were offering a Passover Dinner special, both at their location, 601 N. Skokie Blvd. in Northbrook or at your home ( pick-up on day of).
Four chefs will be celebrating Earth Day, Saturday, April 22 in their respective restaurants, all of who will be preparing sandwiches using Lion's Mane mushrooms for the day. The event, organized by Prairie Grass Cafe Chef Sarah Stegner, partners include Chef Sebastian White of Evolved Network ( https://theevolvednetwork.org, 214-448-4382) and Joe Weber, founder of Four Star Mushrooms (320 N.
Updated 3/30/2023 11:21 AM Yes, it's time to start making Easter dining plans, if you haven't already. Now that life seems mostly back to normal with people out and about, suburban restaurant reservations will be filling up fast for brunch buffets, lunches and dinners on April 9.
Easter is a celebration of spring where families come together for church services, egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny and festive feasts. It's one of the biggest brunch occasions of the year, but also a time for hearty dinners centering on roast lamb and honey-baked ham and baskets filled with sweet treats.
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In honor of the spring season, Axios asked Prairie Grass Cafe chef Sarah Stegner to recommend a dish she likes to make for her family, and she delivered a vegetable lover's dream. The recipe: Sautéed veggie lettuce wraps.
190 Views Chicago is a city known for its love of sports, and soccer is no exception. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the local Chicago Fire or follow an international team, there are plenty of pubs and bars around the city where you can catch a game and enjoy some great drinks and food.
Time sure does fly, and just like that, Local Food Forum will celebrate the 2nd anniversary of its official launch on Saturday (April 1). I love writing multiple newsletters a week about the local food community of which I'm so proud to be a part. Sometimes you find your dream job.
What:A barbecue joint from Tyris Bell, brother of chef Darnell Reed and former GM of Luella's Southern KitchenWhy:Bell serves up comfort dishes like rib tips or, when you really need a hug, a barbecue turkey leg smothered with macaroni and cheese.Where: 704 W.
It's time to start making Easter dining plans, if you haven't already. Now that life seems mostly back to normal with people out and about, suburban restaurant reservations will be filling up fast for brunch buffets, lunches and dinners on Sunday, April 9.
Here are some other events occurring the week of March 30-April 5 in the Pioneer Press and Doings suburbs. You heard it here MadKap Productions presents "Rumors" March 31-April 23 at Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, plus 1:30 p.m.
Why is this night different from all other nights? Because restaurants serve matzo As the sun sets on Wednesday, April 5, Jews all over the world will be asking, "Why is this night different from all other nights?" The answer, of course, is because it is Passover.
It's not too early to starting planning ahead for Passover. And now that events seem to be back to normal, and more people are out and about and eating in restaurants, it's better to make reservations now or order dinner in advance from a suburban restaurant offering holiday specials.
For those who celebrate Passover in Chicago, finding the perfect meal can be challenging. Fortunately, there are several restaurants and catering services in the city that offer delicious Passover takeout options. From traditional matzo ball soup to modern twists on classic dishes, there is something for everyone.
Chicago has long been known for its rich and diverse culinary scene, and in recent years, women-owned and led restaurants are on the rise. A growing number of female chefs and entrepreneurs are making their mark on Chicago's food landscape from...
Here's a look at Easter Chicago 2023 featuring special offerings by restaurants and businesses. Easter Sunday is Sunday, April 9, 2023 Please reach out to me [email protected].com if you are a restaurant/business that wants to be featured. Provide all the details of your holiday offering in your message.
One of the best smells of the spring comes from Chicagoans firing up their outdoor grills and smokers, reveling when the temperature hits a ripe 45 degrees. That's tropical weather in these parts during the normally turbulent March which trolls Chicagoans every year with the promise the winter's over.
With the annual St. Patrick's Day parade and Chicago River dyeing happening Saturday and the actual holiday falling March 17, the Windy City adores a good two-week celebration of its Irish heritage. Bars and restaurants are getting into the spirit by serving traditional food, hosting bashes with spectacular riverfront views and bottomless drinks, and bringing in Irish musicians and dancers.
St. Patrick's Day is back and better than ever -- or at least that's how it seems, judging from all of the events and specials planned at suburban restaurants and bars this weekend. So don some green and get ready to enjoy Celtic music, bag pipers, Irish dance performances, green beer, corned beef and more.
Sanaa Abourezk, a Damascus-born chef and owner of Sanaa's Gourmet Mediterranean in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was browsing the internet on the evening of February 5 when she realized that something was wrong. It was around 4 a.m. in Syria, where her siblings and other family live, but despite the early hour, many of her relatives were active online.
Last year Chicago chefs, including Piccolo Sogno's Tony Priolo and Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Cafe, watched the devastation in Ukraine with horror and decided to act. Within weeks they had enlisted more than 50 other chefs to cook for the largest food fundraiser the city had seen since the beginning of the pandemic.
In the heart of the historically robust Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago lies La Luna, an artsy restaurant characterized by new-age Mexican dishes and a creative atmosphere. La Luna goes along with Pilsen’s ever-evolving cultural roots, offering locals and visitors alike a place to enjoy an artsy safe haven. Their menu features traditional style tacos, unique small plates, and authentic tortillas. Chef Marco Colin works hand in hand with in-house beverage director, Karla Maria, who has brought...
In the first year since the start of the pandemic when restaurants and bars were able to (mostly) operate without (major) interruption, Chicagoland's food industry injected a jolt of creativity into its latest and greatest concepts.
St. Patrick's Day is back and better than ever -- or at least that's how it seems, judging from all of the events and specials planned at suburban restaurants and bars this year. Celebrations of all things Irish are starting this weekend and running through Friday, March 17, and beyond.
In today's world, time is money and it seems we are always in a rush. Run here! Go there! We seem to be racing with the clock and often, in particular at lunchtime, we grab what we can in the...
Chicago's best restaurant openings this month range from super casual to super swanky: we're talking a takeout-focused South Side barbecue joint where turkey legs come topped with mac and cheese, plus a vegan taqueria in Logan Square from the owner's of Bloom Plant Based Kitchen. Looking for more of an upscale experience?
Sports bars are everywhere! These are great spots for watching games as the walls are lined up with TV screens allowing them to air every game that can be aired, and that gives the sports fanatic a great reason to get out of the house.
There once was a time when nearly every gluten-free product tasted like a failed attempt to camouflage cardboard. Thankfully, that era has come and gone, and you can now find an array of gluten-free goodies around Chicago that are every bit as delicious as the flour-filled options you once consumed.
CBS Chicago CHICAGO (CBS)-- This Black History Month, CBS 2 is highlighting the influences and ingredients of Chicago Black Restaurant Week. It's a celebration of Black culture through food that runs through Feb 26. From showcasing southern staples and soul food to secret recipes from momma's kitchen.
Leading up to Fat Tuesday, many Chicago bakeries are hard at work taking orders, organizing ingredients and prepping dough for the impending rush. All this festive fuss isn't for Mardi Gras classics like king cake -though they'll make that, too-but for paczki.
Leading up to Fat Tuesday, many Chicago bakeries are hard at work taking orders, organizing ingredients and prepping dough for the impending rush. All this festive fuss isn't for Mardi Gras classics like king cake -though they'll make that, too-but for paczki.
Nicole Nassif didn't care her restaurant would have only six seats. She didn't mind that offices in the Loop remain, like the rest of the country, far below pre-pandemic occupancy. She felt sure Imee's Kitchen (171 N.
Dessert fans with a taste for Paczki can get ready to stock up on the popular Polish doughnut. Paczki Day, which is also Fat Tuesday and Shrove Tuesday, will be celebrated Feb. 21, a day before Ash Wednesday. It's customary for consumers to find a variety of paczki for sale these days.
The city's most buzzed-about restaurants this month.
National Margarita Day is Wednesday, February 22 and here are a few places in Chicago where you can celebrate. Known for their specialty cocktails, Moe's Margaritas are creative and delicious. It's a special celebration too because starting on National Margarita Day, Moe's River North will be open every Wednesday from 5 PM to close.
CheSa's Bistro & Bar, 3235 W. Addison, offers Mardi Gras specials that include short ribs and grits; gumbo with andouille chicken sausage; cheddar crawfish cornbread and King Cake. The evening of food and Live entertainment includes a session by jazz guitarist Lee Barrie. Call: 773-754-8523 . Cindy Kurman PHOTO: @panachepubverve
Looking for the perfect place to celebrate National Margarita Day in Chicago? Look no further than Moe's Cantina River North (155 W. Kinzie St., Chicago; 312-245-2000). Known for their specialty cocktails, Moe's Margaritas are creative and delicious. It's a special celebration too, because starting on National Margarita Day, Moe's River North will be open every Wednesday from 5 PM to close.
As Black History Month draws to an end, if you haven't checked out some of the best black-owned restaurants in Chicago, now is your last chance. The Chicago Black Restaurant Week will end on February 26th, leaving us only a few days to discover...
CHICAGO (WLS) -- If you're a fan of rib tips, turkey legs and brisket you'll want to try Bell Heir's BBQ. The new takeout-focused barbecue and comfort food eatery opened earlier this month, in Chicago's Canaryville/Fuller Park neighborhood on the South Side.
"I want to sleep with this under my pillow," was a sentence that came out of our mouth halfway through the bowl of savory short rib and creamy grits at Chesa's Bistro and Bar. The Southern restaurant in Avondale serves the kind of comforting dishes that make us look forward to-or at least not hate-Chicago's 30-degree days.
427 Likes, 46 Comments - Chicago Dives (@chicagodives) on Instagram: "Every Thursday this month, @moescantina will be hosting Baddie Bingo. It was a night of many firsts for me, but definitely full of excitement & great food and drinks!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Many people who have lived in Chicago all their lives have no idea as to what Pilsen represents. Pilsen is a south side treasure that for years has been home for the newly arrived immigrants to Chicago.
Tyris Bell helped his brother Darnell Reed open Luella's Southern Kitchen and worked there for the past eight years. Now he has opened his own place, an eclectic barbecue joint in Canaryville. Don't worry, it still has mac 'n' cheese.
This is one of those "making lemonade from lemons" stories, except in Chesaree Rollins' story it's about how she turned her Celiac disease diagnosis into a booming gluten-free food truck business. In fact, demand for her Creole and Cajun gluten-free meals was so good she bought a second food truck.
Paczki, a deep-fried, yeast-based, stuffed doughnut, originated in Poland as a way to use up butter, eggs and other ingredients that were off-limits during Lenten fasting. Polish immigrants brought the tradition to Chicago, and bakeries offer prodigious amounts of the decadent treat around Fat Tuesday or Paczki Day, which falls on Feb.
Dobra Bielinski knows Pączki. Her Delightful Pastries bakery is one of Chicago's favorite spots to load up on the traditional Fat Tuesday treat. In the audio clip below, she tells WGN's Steve Alexander the proper Polish way to pronounce Pączki, both singular and plural. However you say it, they are delicious: essentially fried dough filled [...]
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Fat Tuesday is next week. Across the Chicago area, many also call it Paczki Day. It's a traditional Polish treat. Delightful Pastries sells paczkis year-round. SEE ALSO | Dozens of businesses offer special deals for Chicago Black Restaurant Week 2023 "Paczki is a Polish style donut but it's not a donut because it has butter in it.
If you tried to keep track of every brand new restaurant in Chicago, you might go a little wild. So just read this list instead. These are the new restaurant openings that seem like they have the most potential-although keep in mind, for the ones we haven't tried, we make no promises.
Every year, Chicago goes wild celebrating Fat Tuesday and one of its most coveted, time-honored traditions, Paczki Day. Paczki is a Polish doughnut-like pastry and no one makes them better than Delightful Pastries, who are proud to be a paczki-making icon in the community. This year, Paczki Day / Fat Tuesday is February 21.
Move over Mardi Gras. Chicago celebrates Fat Tuesday with some serious deep-fried deliciousness. Enter paczki. These round, powder sugar-coated or glazed Polish pastries have traditionally been filled with fruit fillings, custard or mousse. On Feb. 21, they are a special binge-worthy sweet before the sacrifice.
Paczki Day 2023 is Tuesday, February 21, but the season is already well underway Officially, Paczki Day is Tuesday, February 21 this year, but paczki season is already underway. In Poland, the sweet, filled doughnuts are traditionally eaten on the Thursday before Ash Wednesday, not the Tuesday, which in some corners of the city means that Paczki Day will fall on Thursday, February 16.
Let me start this article by giving a shout out to one of my favorite restaurants I frequent for brunch. Y'all know I'm always giving props to Luella's Southern Kitchen located in Ravenswood at the helm of Chef Darnell Reed. The French Toast there is by far the best I've ever tasted.
Black History Month brings with it many celebrations of Black culture, including the annual Chicago Black Restaurant Week. This year, dozens of restaurants are taking part in the two-week event that will take place Feb. 12-26, with cuisines spanning from traditional soul to vegan to Cajun to Jamaican to much more.
Enjoy a Bloody Mary or benedict at these 20 spots Brunch - not quite breakfast, not yet lunch - is one of the best parts of the weekend. The Eater Chicago Brunch Heatmap is here to help by highlighting the newest options for a delicious midday meal.
Every year, Chicago goes wild celebrating Fat Tuesday and one of its most coveted, time-honored traditions, Paczki Day. Joining us now with some delicious paczki recipes ahead of the big day is chef and owner of Delightful Pastries, Dobra Bielinski. Last year, WGN News interviewed Bielinski on her paczki process as part of a feature [...]
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ If you are looking for some authentic Mexican food, great drinks and a fund evening, Moe's Cantina is the place to be. Jane and I visited Moe's Cantina River North on Kinzie. They also have one in Wrigleyville, BUT it is Thursday and on Thursday , in River North, they have something very special "Baddie Bingo".
Here's a look at Valentine's Day Chicago 2022 featuring special offerings by restaurants, things to do and hotel packages. Valentine's Day 2022 is Monday, February 14, 2022. If you are a business that wants to be featured, please email me a ready to copy and paste excerpt of your offerings.
Skinovatio Ravenswood Manor offers world-class beauty and wellness services that are innovative and very effective for all skin types. In addition, a variety of massage therapies and healing arts are available. The spa is equipped with top-of-line, revolutionary technologies from Crown Aesthetics, Lumenis, Geneo, and Cervello, which repair and revitalize the skin and enhance the natural beauty and appearance of men and women of all ages.
Valentine's Day is almost here. If you're still finishing up planning, check out our fool-proof V-Day gift guide from our editor's favorites for all kinds of Valentines. Meanwhile, here is the only list you'll need to plan a romantic dinner in Chicago on Valentine's Day! Three Kurman Clients featured: La Luna, Guanajuato and CheSa'' Bistro & Bar.
Here's a look at Valentine's Day Chicago 2023 featuring special offerings by restaurants. Valentine's Day is Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Please reach out to me [email protected] or @foodgressing on social media if you are a restaurant that wants to be featured. Provide all the details of your holiday offering in your message. Kurman clients CheSa's, Guanajuato, Tacos G, and Prairie Grass Cafe included.
Chicago came in 14 th in WalletHub's ranking of America's most sports-minded cities, although local sports fans would undoubtedly claim that it deserves a shot at the Title Town moniker that's more frequently applied to its neighbor to the north, Green Bay.
Some may say Chicago is suffering through a sports apocalypse with a string of disappointing seasons - thank goodness for the Chicago Sky and its 2021 WNBA championship. But Chicago fans are known for their ability to look past losses and to support their teams through thick and thin. Pony Inn Chicago A Lakeview classic for a lot of University of Kentucky fans. There’s a classic pub menu with wings, tacos, and more. The fans here tend to get hyped for the games, so if you’re there on a...
Chicago sports fans can visit the Pony Inn located in Chicago's Lakeview area at 1638 W. Belmont, Chicago. It has 13 wall-mounted TV's and individual 24-inch HDTVs at each table and booth! The Pony Inn is a great place to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 12, 2023.
Although the Chicago Bears didn't make it to the Super Bowl this year, your second favorite team might have. Plus, the whole point of watching sports is to have a good time with friends and family, in my opinion. The Pony 1638 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 For this year’s Super Bowl, The Pony is offering some great specials. Enjoy $18 domestic buckets, $20 Seltzer buckets, and $5 Tulle Shots. Food and Super Bowl go hand in hand, and so you must indulge in the $25 Super Bowl...
Although the Chicago Bears didn't make it to the Super Bowl this year, your second favorite team might have. Plus, the whole point of watching sports is to have a good time with friends and family, in my opinion. Moe’s Cantina Wrigleyville 3518 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657 Join Moe’s for a high-energy Super Bowl watch party with a jumbo TV screen and great sound system, plus many other HDTV screens around the beautifully designed spaces. On Super Bowl Sunday, Moe’s will offer several...
Where FACTS MATTER! We are the progressive itch you needed to scratch! Listen to all of our shows to find out what is going on in today's politics. Follow our socials on our LINKS tab! Show features Kurman Clients: Delightful Pastries, Bell Heir's BBQ and Moe's Cantana River North.
You have all heard me expound on the great pastries and baked goods at Delightful Pastries in Jefferson Park. Over the years I have had the delight to attend special events where pastry chef Dobra shows us the kitchen and allows us to partake of the goodies!
Over the past eight years, Chicago's soul food aficionados have become close friends with Luella Funches, the late great-grandmother of chef Darnell Reed and the inspiration behind his beloved restaurant Luella's Southern Kitchen in Lincoln Square.
One of the hottest trends in barbecue is coming to a new restaurant in Chicago. Bell Heir's BBQ, opening Friday in the Canaryville neighborhood, will indeed offer iconic Chicago-style rib tips as a signature dish, but Houston-style smoked turkey legs smothered in baked macaroni and cheese too.
Tyris Bell, who helped start the acclaimed Luella's Southern Kitchen with his brother Chef Darnell Reed, and served as its general manager for eight years, will open his own establishment, Bell Heir's BBQ (704 W. 47th Street, Chicago; 773-420-3685) on February 3.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Carryout BBQ! I was pretty much raised on carryout food as back in my day there were no delivery services unless a restaurant offered their own. I recall Sally's BBQ in Rogers park being one of those and of course Father & Son Pizza who pretty much "owned" the pizza business back in the 50's.
Bell Heir's BBQ, 704 W. 47th St., a new takeout-focused barbecue and comfort food eatery, is scheduled to open n the Canaryville/Fuller Park neighborhood, February 3 under th leadership of Tyris Bell and his brother Darnell Reed, formerly of Luella's Southern Kitchen. More information available here. @panachepubverve
Whether you feel like going fancy or more low-key for Valentine's Day this year, there's a suburban restaurant special out there to fit the bill. And with the sweet day falling on a Tuesday, many eateries are starting their specials the weekend before and some are extending them through the following weekend.
Prairie Grass Cafe co-owner and chef Sarah Stegner is joining with chef Sebastian White for a fundraising dinner at the Northbrook restaurant starting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, for White's The Evolved Network.
Delightful Pastries (5927 W. Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60630; 773-545-7215) is proud to be helping support families of fallen officers and officers hurt in the line of duty by selling special Thin Blue Line and Blue Heart cookies. Fifty percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation #CPMF.
Chicago Restaurant Week is back from January 20th to February 5th. (Yes, the "week" lasts 17 days). There are over 300 participating restaurants this year, offering multi-course meals for either $25, $42, or $59 dollars. So to help you narrow things down, we made you a list of 20 participating spots that we love, in alphabetical order.
One of Chicago's leading paczki makers, Delightful Pastries, is getting ready for Fat Tuesday, also known as Paczki Day, on February 21 by stocking up on the tasty pastry. The bakery, which is celebrating its 22 nd anniversary this year, is offering pre-orders on paczki up until Friday, February 17.
Delightful Pastries, (5927 W Lawrence Ave) celebrating its 25th anniversary, keeps its bakery stocked with its paczki year-round but the annual Paczki Day
Virtue is reason enough for you to consider buying a ticket for The Evolved Network nonprofit's fundraising dinner scheduled for Thursday, February 2 at Prairie Grass Cafe in suburban Northbrook.
Prairie Grass Cafe’s (601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook) Chef Sarah Stegner is joining forces with Chef Sebastian White for a Thursday, February 2 benefit dinner to support Sebastian’s Non-for-Profit (NFP) The Evolved Network.
About 38% of homes in the U.S. have gas stoves.
Perry's Steakhouse and Grille serves up prime steaks and chops, tableside presentations, and a vibrant cocktail menu. Joining us now in our Studio 41 kitchen to showcase a popular dish with an outdoor approach is Master Development Chef Rick Moonen. Oak Brook - 5 Oakbrook Center Schaumburg - 1780 E.
Local chefs estimate that somewhere around 90% of cooking in Chicago restaurants is done on gas-powered ranges; electric and wood-burning make up most of the rest. Sarah Stegner, chef and co-owner of Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook, has been cooking with gas for 40 years.
If the kickoff to the main event is any indication - the January 19 Chicago Restaurant Week's First Bites Bash at the Field Museum sold out in a flash - the 2023 Chicago Restaurant Week (CRW), which runs from January 20 - February 5, could be a very busy "week" - 17 days in this case - indeed.
Imee's Mediterranean Kitchen serves up fresh, healthy, and authentic Lebanese cuisine featuring recipes that have been passed down for generations. Owner, Nicole Nassif joins us now in our Studio 41 kitchen to break down a yogurt chicken recipe. 171 N. Wells Street Facebook @imeeskitchenchicago Instagram @imeeskitchenchicago imeeskitchen.com YOGURT CHICKENThe wrap comes as follows-Wrapped in thin [...]
Even in less trying times for businesses, the gray, sleety days of late January are slow for sit-down restaurants. For sixteen years, Chicago Restaurant Week has been a citywide attempt to bring diners in despite the weather and post-holiday doldrums with special menus that are this year priced at $25 for lunch or brunch and $42 or $59 for dinner.
One of Chicago's leading paczki makers, Delightful Pastries, is getting ready for Fat Tuesday, also known as Paczki Day, on February 21 by stocking up on the tasty pastry. The bakery, which is celebrating its 22 nd anniversary this year, is offering pre-orders on paczki up until Friday, February 17.
The holiday feasting is over, and you have an appetite for something other than your usual weeknight dinner. Here's a sampling of suburban restaurants opening in the new year. Where: 47 E.
OF ALL THE local produce available in the winter, squash is one of the most delicious. Sweet and nutty, rich and warm, squash has a satisfying depth of flavor and silky texture. Nutritionally, it's high in potassium, has a low glycemic index, and is a guilt-free pleasure with only 45 to 90 calories per cup cooked.
Restaurants were opening up more - and filling up more - in 2022. We asked 50 of the most trusted local chefs and culinary pros to name the best thing that they ate out in their area. Their responses stretch from savory to sweet, and from appetizers to sweets.
Staffing kitchens was the No. 1 topic on participants' minds during December's Midwest Chefs' Perspectives roundtable, themed "Future of Foodservice 2023." Foodservice Equipment Reports and manufacturer RATIONAL USA hosted the virtual event. Many chefs reflected on what was working-and not working-when it came to hiring and keeping staff members.
Chicago goes all out when it comes to celebrating the holiday season, with spectacular light displays, parades and theatrical productions. The area's restaurants get just as festive, with Christmas Eve and Christmas Day feasts available to either dine-in or take out if you prefer to celebrate at home.
Updated 12/18/2022 8:39 AM The Jewish Festival of Lights starts at sundown Sunday, Dec. 18, and runs through Monday, Dec. 26. To celebrate, some suburban and Chicago restaurants are offering dine-in and carryout specials. 302 N. Green St., Floor 3, Chicago, (773) 645-1400, abarestaurants.com/events/hanukkah-specials/.
The new CheSa's Bistro & Bar, at 3235 W. Addison in Chicago's Avondale https://chesasbistro.com), is offering a special three-course menu on Christ
Looking for ways to celebrate Christmas in Chicago this year? This post covers Christmas Chicago 2022 including where to go for Christmas dinner in Chicago, where to get turkey to go as well as features for brunch, lunch and takeout by local restaurants and businesses.
It doesn't happen often, but this year, the final night of Hanukkah lands on Christmas - Chrismukkah, if you will. But the first night begins at sundown on Sunday, December 18, and the menorah will be lit for eight consecutive nights. There will be latkes and other fried foods, like sweet sufganiyot - a type of jelly-filled donut.
Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, runs from Dec. 18-26 this year, chasing away the winter chill with nightly candle lighting and hearty meals with an emphasis on fried food. Restaurants and bakeries throughout the Chicago area are making celebrating easier by serving up traditional holiday fare like potato latkes and sufganiyot (fried jelly doughnuts) for dine-in or as part of to-go packages for gatherings at home.
Aimed at making our art more accessible to a wider audience, we will produce "Spray Paint N' Sing" at The Graff, an urban, graffiti-inspired space in Humboldt Park, a West Side neighborhood we haven't traditionally served. Almost 75% of neighborhood residents are under 49, and this event will be "pay what you can" to eliminate economic barriers for younger people.
Here it is, December. The weather outside is colder than we have had with forecasts of snow, sleet and some rain. Dreary days, for sure! When the weather changes to this, it is time for soup and when it comes to great soups, filled with flavor and great , natural ingredients, there is no place like Prairie Grass in Northbrook.
AVONDALE - Most chefs making a roux for a Louisiana-style gumbo use white flour as a thickening agent - but not Chesaree Rollins. Rollins, the owner of new Avondale restaurant CheSa's Bistro & Bar, uses rice and corn flour to make a gumbo that's just as tasty, she said.
While it may seem a little early to start planning for Hanukkah dining, really, it's right around the corner. The Jewish Festival of Lights starts at sundown Sunday, Dec. 18, and runs through Monday, Dec. 26. And some suburban and Chicago restaurants are already taking reservations for dine-in and orders for carryout.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I have a friend who , because of health reasons, should have a "gluten-Free" diet. He tells me that this is hard work and when going out to restaurant, very limited. Over the last few years, dealing with the myriad of restaurants we have, I have noticed more and more "gluten-Free" menu items, but a complete menu- all "Gluten-Free".
For entrees, CheSa's Gumbo is a must-try item with several types of meat mixed into the rice such as chicken, pork and shrimp. Don't sleep on the Cajun Mac & Cheese either and add a little lobster to the five kinds of cheese to warm up on a cold night.
Chicago acappella is hosting a unique holiday party at The Graff, a graffiti-inspired hidden gem gallery in Humboldt Park at 3525 W. Grand in Chicago 7 pm, Tuesday, December 13. The event will feature an interactive spray paint workshop led by Studio W.I.P., photo booth, drinks, raffle prizes, and, of course, SINGING!
The new CheSa's Bistro & Bar , located at 3235 W. Addison in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood, serving gluten-free Creole and Cajun cuisine, is a welcome addition to Avondale's burgeoning dining scene. The first full-service restaurant from Owner/Operator and Chef Chesaree Rollins, it's an upscale, sexy, stylish gathering place that shows off Rollins' growing culinary skill and entrepreneurship Rollins is not a new-comer to the food-service business.
A gluten-free vegetarian (Barbara) and bread-loving, kosher-style foodie (Renee) walk into a bar: specifically CheSa’s Bistro and Bar, located in the Avondale District at 3235 W. Addison St. Suite C, near Kedzie. No joke follows—only tasty food that both Chicago Splash Magazine reviewers ate with great pleasure.
Chef/Owner Chesaree Rollins' CheSa's Bistro Bar, 3235 W. Addison St., is open for business. Chef Rollins eatery, which opened in late October, specializes in Cajun and Creole gluten free meals @panachepubverve
Avondale Gets Gluten-Free Creole-Cajun Cuisine At CheSa’s Bistro & Bar CheSa’s Bistro and Bar, an upscale Cajun and Creole gluten-free bistro by chef-owner Chesaree Rollins, has opened on Addison in Avondale. Chef Rollins is not a newcomer to local food service; over the past seven years she has served a Creole and American menu from her two gluten-free CheSa’s Gourmet Food Trucks.
The all-Christmas music radio stations might get you into the spirit, but there's a bit of magic to hearing holiday music in person. "It's one thing to listen to music like that, but it's another thing to actually experience it," said Matt Greenberg, executive director of Chicago a cappella.
Vernon Hills, Ill. - Perry's Restaurants, a Texas-based boutique restaurant group, is opening its third Chicago-area location. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille is set to debut at Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills in late 2023. The 11,000-square-foot restaurant will include a main dining room and four private dining rooms. Chicago-based Aria Group Architects Inc.
Perry's Restaurants, a Texas-based restaurant group, has announced its third Chicago-area location, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille, at Hawthorn Mall i
"I want to sleep with this under my pillow." That's what came out of our mouth halfway through our bowl of savory short rib and creamy grits at Chesa's Bar and Bistro. The gluten-free, Southern restaurant in Avondale serves the kind of comforting dishes that make us look forward to-or at least not hate-Chicago's 30-degree days.
Speaking of things to do in November, how can you forget about Hanukkah? Also called the festival of lights, Hanukkah is one of the most popular holidays in the world and is loaded with history, culture, and delicious food. The holiday celebrates...
Updated 11/16/2022 4:27 PM Texas-based Perry's Steakhouse & Grill is the previously unnamed eatery to be incorporated into the ongoing reinvention of Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills. The 11,000-square-foot restaurant will seat up to 350 people and include four private dining rooms on a free-standing site at the southwest corner of Ring Road and Milwaukee Avenue.
Updated 11/10/2022 4:30 PM Suburban restaurants are saying thank you to active and retired military service members this Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, with a variety of free meals or dining deals. Veterans and active military members can dine on a free pork chop lunch Friday, Nov. 11, at Perry's Steakhouse
The beauty of Thanksgiving is its purity - no frills, no nonsense. It's a holiday almost exclusively about the food. Which also means the stakes are pretty high for a delicious meal pulled off without a hitch. Rather than risk a turkey fryer explosion (always remember to thaw!)
Fall Harvest Dinner At Prairie Grass Honors Native America
There are many wonderful ways to celebrate the holidays - from revisiting Jane Austen characters to hearing Christmas music of 17th century Mexico. Here are 10 great things to do this holiday season in the central and north suburbs. 1. "Georgiana & Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley": 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays (Nov.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Tonight was my birthday! While we have been celebrating since August 29th, my 50th anniversary of my 30th birthday is hera at last! Trying to decide where to celebrate was fairly easy.
It's hard to believe but Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and you're going to need some delicious sides to pair with your turkey. Sarah Stegner - chef and co-owner of Prairie Grass Cafe is here in our Studio 41 kitchen to share some Thanksgiving side dish recipes.
In addition the restaurant serves up a round of weekly menu items kicking off with grilled bbq swordfish with Parmesan roasted potatoes, Cipollini onions and peppers. Call: 847-205-4433.
CHICAGO (October 2022) - Chicago a cappella, Chicago's acclaimed vocal ensemble, begins its 30th season this December with a new holiday concert program, "Hanukkah a cappella." With musical direction by Artistic Director John William Trotter, the program features stellar works by eight living Jewish composers-from heartfelt prayers to jazzy and playful holiday tunes- showcasing the creativity and vitality of American Jewish music and revealing the multi-layered joy, richness and meaning of...
About two years ago, we went to a restaurant in Deer Park for a review. The name was Tacos Guanajuato and it was a darling spot with a great menu. I might call it a fast food type ofbuilding but wi...
Windy City Times News - Last Call Chicago: A History of 1,001 LGBTQ-Friendly Taverns, Haunts & Hangouts is a historical account of LGBTQ+ venues in the Windy City. The book's authors, Rick Karlin and St. Sukie de la Croix, are journalists
I spent my Saturday night up in the country, at Angelic Organics Learning Center 's Gather & Grow Farm Social in Caledonia, Illinois. It was a wonderful evening about which I'll have much more to say very soon. But I wanted to share this photo and the obvious point of which I was reminded.
A new book by Rick Karlin and St Sukie de la Croix documents the Windy City's LGBTQ+ bar community going all the way back to Prohibition.
Chicago's culinary community is uniting to aid the citizens of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of hurricane Fiona. They're asking the Chicago area to help. Sample the cuisines from more than two dozen area restaurant chefs/owners for "Chicago Chefs Cook for Puerto Rico" on Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m.
A week after raising $110,000 to support victims of the humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia, more than 30 of Chicago's top chefs have quickly turned their attentions to helping flood-ravaged Puerto Rico, proving tireless in their charity efforts. "They're not just chefs, they're humanitarians," says Billy Ocasio, executive director of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture.
Participants include: Art Smith, Reunion; Bill Kim Urban Belly; Casey Doody, GT Prime; GT Fish & Oyster; Dan Raskin, Manny's Deli; Devon Quinn, Eden; Jason Hammel, Lula Cafe; Martial Noguier, Bistronomic; Erick Williams, Virtue; Daisy's Po' Boy and Tavern; Heather, Bublick & D'Andre Carter Soul & Smoke; Paul Vivant, Vistro Prime; Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris, Prairie Grass Cafe; Tigist Reda, Demera and Tony Priolo, Piccolo Sogno.
The library in my home office is arranged according to subject, with books about birds here, presidents there. There are 28 books by and about Dante, which might seem like a lot, until you realize there are ... counting ... 41 by and about James Thurber. Some could go several places.
CHICAGO (WLS) -- There's a new book highlighting the history of bars friendly to the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago. It's called "Last Call Chicago: A History of 1001 LGBT-Friendly Taverns, Haunts & Hangouts." SEE ALSO | Geneva pride flag fire hydrant vandalized for 7th time, 1 arrest made It's by Rick Karlin and St.
Last Call Chicago: A History of 1,001 LGBTQ-Friendly Taverns, Haunts & Hangouts could not have been written by anyone but authors Rick Karlin and St Sukie de la Croix. Both are journalists with a keen eye for history who reported on the events and comings and goings of Chicago's LGBTQ-friendly bars and clubs.
Prairie Grass Cafe, located at 601 Skokie Boulevard in Northbrook, Illinois, is a modern and well-crafted restaurant that will make diners feel at home. Owners Chef Sarah Stegner and Chef George Bumbaris have taken their vast hospitality experience and created an environment full of surprises.
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Celebrations are second nature to Margarita Challenger, owner of the popular Mexican restaurant Guanajuato, located at 1003-1005 Green Bay Road in Winnetka, IL. The mother of four has certainly had her share of celebrations. The upscale Guanajuato focuses on artful, delicious and finely crafted renditions of street fare favorites from the Mexican region of Guanajuato, the childhood home of Margarita.
Tune-in to Mark Caro's podcast at Caropop today. Mark features Prairie Grass Cafe's Chef Sarah Stegner. The podcast is available on Caropop.com and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other outlets. Mark is an incredible interviewer and storyteller. He has an uncanny ability to dig beneath the surface to bring out the best in his subjects.
¡Cantaré! Chicago Photo: Marisa Lopez
Looking forward to warm weather? The folks at Tacos Guanajuato (Tacos G, 20771 N. Rand Road, Kildeer, IL, 847-847-1056) in Kildeer and Guanajuato (1005 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093) are ready. Weather permitting, the outdoor patios at both restaurants will be open for service.
This coming Tuesday (aka Fat Tuesday) is Packzi Day in Chicago. In previous years, this meant cramming into a bakery with 6798 other people waiting to order these delicious Polish doughnuts. But it's 2022, so instead of standing six feet apart in a seven-mile-long line, you can just order your paczkis ahead of time at one of these 20 spots.
Paczki, pronounced "punch-key," are deep-fried sweet treats - not to be confused with donuts. And while a Jefferson Park bakery fries them up year-round, they're especially in high demand on Fat Tuesday, appropriately referred to by some as Paczki Day. "Paczek means one, paczki means many," explained Dobra Bielinski, who runs the Delightful Pastries bakery along with her family.
The sweet, stuffed pastries known as paczki have become a decadent Fat Tuesday tradition throughout Polish communities, and you should seek some out.
Our tradition is to buy a special filled pastry ( almost a donut with no hole) called the Paczki. I know that this is a Polish name, but I think it is universal for all to eat on Fat Tuesday ( yet ...
Lieutenant David Haynes, a police officer who works on the North Side of the city, made his weekly visit to the WGN Radio studios and the Bob Sirott Morning Show. Lt. Haynes, who co-authored "The Beat Cop's Guide to Chicago Eats," reviewed Bartoli's Pizzeria, which has multiple location including one at 1955 W.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Lincoln, Belmont, Ashland- one of the six-corner shopping areas of Chicago! Yes, we have several well known: Milwaukee/Irving/Cicero and Diversey/Kimball/Milwaukee are the other North side 6 corner areas. Back in the 1950's I worked in a store at Lincoln/Belmont/Ashland called Jack Lord menswear.
By five o'clock on a recent Tuesday, cars were lining up in front of Prairie Grass Café in Northbrook. One by one, the awaited orders came out-all including quarts of fresh, hot soup. "I love making soups," says chef Sarah Stegner. "They're the perfect, comforting way to feature vegetables and great stocks.
Click here to subscribe to Crain's Daily Gist on iTunes, Spotify and Stitcher! Want to listen on your smart speaker? Click here to learn how. David Manilow talks with host Amy Guth about his restaurant recommendations in the northwest suburbs, including Osteria Trulli, Izakaya Sankyu, Boston Fish Market, Kurumaya, Prairie Grass Cafe and more.
Highly Recommended **** From Fall til Spring, when the weather is from nippy to downright freezing, there is nothing as yummy as soup. Let's face it, I love soup. In fact, during the winter months, I am just as happy with a pot of soup as I might be with a seven course dinner at one of the areas finest restaurants.
Best Public Market The Chicago French Market was founded in 2009 as a way to bring a European-inspired market to the city while supporting the local food movement. The market features a collection of more than 30 vendors selling fresh ingredients, grab-and-go meals and artisan foods from around the globe.
Tacos Guanajuato: Craving something spicy? Tacos Guanajuato (aka Tacos G) recently added six flavors for fall.
Guanajuato's Margarita Challenger and Jovanny Diaz on Bears possible move to Arlington Heights.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille is proud to announce the launch of Perry's Steakhouse Online Market, allowing individuals from across the United States to Chop Online. Perry's Famous Pork Chop is now available to be delivered to your door nationwide, via online ordering at shop.perryssteakhouse.com.
Tacos Guanajuato, also known as Tacos G, is a casual yet classy full-service Mexican restaurant located in Kildeer. The restaurant is owned and operated by Salsalito, Inc., led by Chef Margarita Challenger, Chef Jovanny Diaz, and the creative team behind Chicago's North Shore favorite Guanajuato (located in Winnetka).
This year more than ever, celebrating Paczki Day with delicious homemade paczki will be appreciated by all of us needing an indulgence. The acclaimed Delightful Pastries, a Chicago bakery celebrating its 20th anniversary, keeps their bakery stocked with their tasty paczki (traditional Polish donuts) year-round. But the annual Packzi Day is something very special.
Fresh Midwest Now Offering Three New Meal Kits from Prairie Grass Cafe Prairie Grass Cafe (601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook; 847-205-4433) has added three meal kits to their offering on Fresh Midwest making available their delicious meals which use locally-sourced produce whenever possible and support the use of sustainable seafood.
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CHICAGO (WLS) -- It's almost Paczki Day, and for many, the Polish sweet treat is something to enjoy the day before Lent begins. But Delightful Pastries makes paczki all year. The bakery is family-owned and serves home-style European pastries and are currently celebrating their 20th anniversary.
CHICAGO SCENE is Delightful Pastries in Jefferson Park. Owner, Dobra Bielinski opened the doors to this European-style bakery back in 1998. Since then, she and her family have churned out some of the best paczki, breads, danishes, cookies, cakes and other sweets. They take pride in using the finest local ingredients while sticking to European [...]
You can now cook a Perry's Steakhouse & Grille seven-finger-high pork chop at home. The Houston-based business announced on Tuesday that it has launched Perry's Steakhouse Online. There's still time: Houston Restaurant Weeks extends through September The online market offers the steakhouse's signature pork chop, available in a 32-oz.
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With Fat Tuesday this week, it is that time of year again when Chicagoans race to their favorite bakery to pick up those lovely little fried balls of dough called Paczkis. Despite a furious snowstorm and an unrelenting pandemic, the quest for the perfect Paczki is drawing hundreds to a tiny Northwest Side bakery.
Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, is offering a choice of Valentine's Day dinner packages for two. Must be pre-ordered by by 4 p.m. February 12. available for pickup between 4-7 p.m. February 14. View menu here.
Fat Tuesday used to mean Paczki Day only in Polish neighborhoods, but now it is citywide and a license to ditch your diet whether you are Polish or not. The line was long and the wait was worth it at Delightful Pastries in Jefferson Park.
JEFFERSON PARK - Dobra Bielinski and her team at Delightful Pastries have spent 22 years making thousands of paczki every year for Fat Tuesday. The pandemic hasn't changed any of those plans. The team aims to make 30,000 paczki by Tuesday. A paper taped to a fridge at tha bakery, 5927 W.
The series “Resilience and Reinvention” shines the light on the innovations of organizations in industries decimated by the pandemic. These adaptive organizations have retooled their business model and redirected their workforce to keep their doors open and workers employed.
With cold weather outside, that means it's time for soup. NBC 5's Food Guy Steve Dolinsky visited one chef on the North Shore making a different soup every day.
Jazz Up Mother’s Day at The Pony Inn’s Mother’s Day Jazz Brunch
So many of the outings we took for granted two years ago have now become cherished events. High up on that list? The opportunity to dine in at a good restaurant. Restaurateurs whose entire purpose is to give guests delicious and memorable dining experiences have had to meet unimaginable challenges during months of stop-and-go restrictions.
Chef Sarah Stegner, chef and owner of Prairie Grass Café in Northbrook joins WGN Weekend Morning News to share her recipe for Vegetarian Lentil Stew with mushrooms and fresh greens. Prairie Grass Café is located at 601 Skokie Boulevard in Northbrook. Vegetarian Lentil Stew with mushrooms and fresh greens INGREDIENTS 2 cups lentils (soaked in [...]
Chicago winters can be brutal at the best of times, but the spread of the omicron variant during the cold and flu season has made this year rough. If you're feeling under the weather or just want something comforting to help you deal with the sub-freezing temperatures, nothing beats a hearty bowl of soup from a suburban or Chicago restaurant.
CHICAGO - Local bakeries are going all out for Paczki Day - and experimenting with unconventional and boozy flavors so the beloved pastry appeals to Chicago's diverse residents. Dobra Bielinski, owner and pastry chef at Delightful Pastries in Jefferson Park, is offering passionfruit, salted caramel and German chocolate paczki, as well as "drunken paczki" in flavors like moonshine and lemon.
First, say it right. The word "paczki" is not, as I sometimes do, pronounced "pash-key," like artist Ed Paschke. Nor "push-key," like the Jewish charity box. "Punch-key" is close. But not quite. " Poinch-key," said Warsaw-born Dobra Bielinski, of the Polish pastry so ethereal it has its own holiday in Chicago, Paczki Day, Tuesday March 1.
It's Fat Tuesday and that means Chicagoans will be enjoying paczkis!
Nature lovers enlisted a celebrity chef, a Chicago broadcasting legend and others this week to kick off the silver anniversary celebration of Will County's Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Journalist Bill Kurtis joined James Beard Award-winning chef Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Café in Northbrook to highlight volunteerism, restoration, recreation and other aspects of the sprawling preserve.
An organization that represents Chicago Public Schools principals released a plan Wednesday calling for the trial reopening of some schools and the expansion of that number every few weeks if things go well.
CHICAGO - In an effort to end a stalemate between Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union, a group of principals is urging the district to consider a pilot program for reopening. The Chicago Principals & Administrators Association, whose members have been working in person since March, issued a plan called Returning to an [...]
It's Paczki Time! WDCB's Gary Zidek catches up with Delightful Pastries owner chef Dobra Bielinski to talk all things Paczki. "What makes a paczki a paczki instead of jelly doughnut or a bismark, is that you eat it for the dough. The dough is supposed to be fluffy, when you bite into it, it's supposed to spring back.
Like a knife through cake, the snowblower had cut a crisp channel through the 2-foot-high snowbank in front of Dobra Bielinkski's bakery door. Had there been a wall of ice blocking the way, Bielinski's customers likely would have found a way in. "I've done it every year for the last 15 years.
by: Ana Belaval, Natalie Skryd Posted: Updated: Chicago a cappella "Swing, Swing, Swing"Friday, April 22 (8 PM) - Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville Sunday, April 24(4 PM) - Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S. Ashland Ave., Chicago chicagoacappella.org
Windy City Times News - Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club, 3700 N. Halsted St., in honor of Filipino American History Month, will host a special diva-infused Kamayan feast featuring Chef Jordan Andino on Sunday, Oct. 24. Andino is the creative
Fresh out of the cheesemaking vats, cheese curds squeak when you bite 'em and they have a milky, mild flavor that's hard to resist. Traveling anywhere near the scads of dairies in surrounding farmlands, Chicagoans will pull off the road for bags of the little nubbins to eat out of hand.
Tacos G will really hit the spot with an intimate patio, live music on select weekends and a fun environment to unwind in. Store hours are from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday with Sundays off to reresh the place. Visit TacosG.com or call 847-847-1056 for more information today y beinvenidos a la familia!
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I ascribe to only one inviolable rule when it comes to ordering tacos. Never, ever judge a taco by its price tag. I've had "one-buck-chuck" tacos so tasty they made my heart burst like a split piñata. And I've sampled ridiculously pricy tacos so nuanced I would've opened a second mortgage to obtain their recipe.
Doritos joins the Black Lives Matter movement and commits to amplifying Black voices in its new spot "Do you hear us now?" "Do You Hear Us Now?" is Doritos' new 30-second spot created by BET where artist Luke James asks, "You love our music, you love our culture, but do you love us?"
Looking to let someone else do the cooking for Christmas or New Year's Eve? Many Chicago-area restaurants are offering special meal packages, boxes and cook-at-home kits for delivery or curbside pickup. Taxes, tip and delivery fees might not be reflected in the prices, so check when placing orders.
From time to time I have talked about this wonderful dining spot and of course it's amazing pork chop! We have gone to Oakbrook several times and as I have said, over and over, a trip worth taking.
The North Shore Dining Scene Has Changed Dramatically Since Chef Michael Lachowicz Opened His Eponymous Restaurant Michael in 2005. But With A Willingness To Evolve-Through Changing Demographics And Most Recently, A Global Pandemic-His Acclaimed George Trois Group Of Restaurants Is Here To Stay.
Johnny Costello is a longtime Chicago bartender and now he is a Beverage Development Specialist with Wirtz Beverage Illinois. Johnny is going to be slinging drinks as part of the big Green City Market Chef's BBQ. Johnny joins Justin in-studio to talk about the event as well as his career working in Chicago.
Foodies can plan to virtually step into the kitchen with noted chef Sarah Stegner for a Zoom cooking class. Stegner, co-executive chef/owner of Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook, Illinois and co-founder of Chicago's Green City Market, regularly offers Zoom cooking classes for home cooks and foodies interested in learning some new recipes.
In a matter of days this past March, operators had to switch to takeout and delivery exclusively to bring in any revenue from foodservice sales. While not every restaurateur or outlet opted for that route, the number that did kept rising as the pandemic dragged on.
Chicago restaurateurs can open their doors to indoor dining as of Friday, but not everyone plans to participate. Relaxed rules in phase four of the coronavirus reopening plan will permit restaurants to operate indoors at 25% capacity, up to a maximum of 50 guests.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille launches nationwide online market with their famous seven-finger-high Pork Chop. The signature sweet, smoky pork chop is rubbed with seasoning and cured, then roasted on a rotisserie with pecan wood. To maintain its quality, the product is dry-rubbed and smoked prior being flash frozen.
Updated 10/17/2020 12:00 PM The wait is finally over. Known for its prime USDA-aged signature steaks, seven-finger-high pork chops, seafood and flaming desserts, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille is opening its newest location on Thursday, Oct. 22, in Schaumburg. The new locale features an open layout with an open-concept kitchen, wine wall, Bar 79 serving handcrafted cocktails and a patio for outdoor dining.
Some of Chicago's top talent from women-led bars and restaurants are collaborating with one another on unique batch of tasting menus on Fridays and Saturdays throughout October.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille will open its second location in the Chicago area on Thursday, Oct. 22, near the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, 1780 E. Golf Road in Schaumburg. "We have enjoyed being part of the Oak Brook community for the last seven years and we are thankful for our guests' loyalty and support, especially during these challenging times," said Chris Perry, founder and owner of Perry's Restaurants.
NORTHBROOK, Ill. (WLS) -- James Beard award-winning Chef Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Cafe has cooked up more than 100 meals a week for frontline and essential workers at Swedish Covenant Hospital. "We're so grateful to the frontline workers and the doctors. Anything we can do to help them," she said.
Fast-food brings to mind all sorts of negative terms-"fried," "greasy," and "artery-clogging" probably among them. That said, some American chains do provide lighter fare at a similar pace and price to a McDonald's or a Burger King. Wholesome? Homemade? Maybe not-but fast-food sandwich shops are, no question, among the healthier of your fast-food options.
A South African street food restaurant with locations across the globe is set to fill an empty Oak Park storefront this spring. Nando's Peri-Peri, which focuses on flame-grilled chicken and chips, plans to occupy 1138 Lake St. in Oak Park, a 3,700-square-foot space that formerly housed Penzeys Spices.
Shutdowns during the pandemic have hit local family farms hard, curtailing two large sales outlets. Restaurants they serve may have closed completely or limited their offerings and, until recently, farmers' markets were closed. Chef Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Café decided to do something to help.
The second is opening on Sunday, bringing its brand of doughnuts from River North to 2453 N. Clark St. in Lincoln Park. The first 100 customers each of the first three days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday) will get a free doughnut. -Wicker Park club-goers are getting a new spot soon in a location many will remember.
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The two worst places for a person's cellphone to go off, ranked: One, in the hush before a musical performance. Two, church. And both at once? On Friday night, audience members visibly recoiled when St.
5-Dec-21 - Ho! Ho! Ho! It's time to plan your holiday entertainment, shopping experiences, and memorable moments. The season's first concert features Holidays a cappella, a brand new collection of musical gifts and seasonal favorites that celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah. The group's first post-pandemic program includes live performances, a live virtual event, and their debut performance in Highland Park.
Chicago a cappella will perform its spring concert "Swing, Swing, Swing: Music of the Big Band Era" April 8 in Oak Park, April 9 in Evanston, April 22 in Naperville, and April 24 in Chicago. Proof of vaccination and masks are required.
Chicago a cappella, one of Chicagoland's most accomplished and innovative vocal ensembles, has captured the hearts, minds-and ears-of choral singing aficionados for the last 28 years. Presenting exhilarating concerts that traverse musical genres from Gregorian chant to jazz and pop, the group's vocal virtuosity is always on display.
TikTok Tuesday is quickly becoming one of our favorite segments here on Play Too Much. With our site's main mission to highlight new artists, TikTok often brings them right to our For You Page. Devin Marie delivers a bubbly voice amplified by pure power making her a must listen on this TikTok Tuesday.
Industry News Arnetia Walker and Stephen Nachamie Launch Just One Step for Democracy The online campaign encourages Americans to #Vote4Change. Just One Step for Democracy, a new initiative launched by a national coalition of performing artists and activists, seeks to raise awareness for voting on Election Day, November 3.
Snack brand's effort includes an ad with Luke James, billboards and a donation to Black Lives Matter.
A 23-year-old musician is going viral after writing an emotional song about racial injustice, police brutality and more. Devin Marie, a singer from Long Island, posted the video to Facebook on May 28, just days after the killing of Minneapolis man George Floyd sparked a wave of protests around the world.
STRONGER, the new song and dance-based video for JUST ONE STEP FOR DEMOCRACY is written and performed by singer / songwriter Devin Marie ("I Can't Breathe") The video is Directed and Choreographed by Lorna Ventura (Broadway: Wicked). It debuts on www.justonestepfordemocracy.com Thursday October 22nd.
Founded by Broadway's Arnetia Walker (Dreamgirls) with Stephen Nachamie (She Loves Me), JUST ONE STEP FOR DEMOCRACY is a coalition of creative artists from Broadway, Hollywood and beyond who create multimedia virtual work to inspire people to get informed and plan their vote. J1S4D launched on July 4th, 2020.
(MENAFN - EIN Presswire) Singer songwriter Devin Marie featured in Doritos "Amplify Black Voices" video during BET Awards Singer songwriter Devin Marie featured in Doritos "Amplify Black Voices" video during BET Awards Singer songwriter Devin Marie NEW YORK, NY, USA, June 29, 2020 / EINPresswire.com / -- 'Amplify Black Voices' is the theme of a new Doritos® television commercial, aired this evening during the BET Awards.
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In addition to more standard Valentine's Day arrangements, a floral shop in Bucktown is offering "selfie" bouquets this weekend. The name pretty much says it all, WBBM Newsradio's Nancy Harty reports.
ELMHURST, IL (May, 2022) - In March 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval of the EVO/EVO+ Visian® Implantable Collamer® Lens ("EVO") for the correction of myopia and myopia with astigmatism. Myopia is also known as nearsightedness or the need for distance vision correction.
Kovach Eye Institute in Elmhurst is the first ophthalmology practice in the state of Illinois to perform the SMILE procedure, the latest advancement in laser vision correction for myopia (near-sightedness), with or without astigmatism, providing LASIK-like outcomes. SMILE is a one step, one laser, minimally invasive procedure.
With a special video tribute by journalist Bill Kurtis and a cooking demonstration by award-winning Executive Chef Sarah Stegner of the Prairie Grass Café, N...
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Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins Anna to talk about what is driving the drop in COVID-19 numbers, what we know about new homegrown coronavirus variants, the side effects that are popping up after receiving the vaccine and the impact obesity is having on COVID-19 cases.
"We salute the district's goals," LaRaviere said in a statement. "However, their plans are not realistic or safe for most of our schools." On Tuesday, the city scrapped plans for thousands of teachers to report to schools this week after the teachers union overwhelmingly voted to reject in-person learning due to coronavirus safety concerns.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot sounded downright confident that the city's plan to reopen schools was foolproof. She believes that thousands of students can still safely return to their classrooms Monday as planned. If only the teachers would comply. Educators were supposed to return to the schools on Wednesday to prepare for next week's reopening.
An organization of Chicago principals has put forward a phased reopening plan for the city's schools that it believes could "end the divisive stalemate between district officials and [the] Chicago Teachers Union."
With the Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union at odds over the district's in-person reopening plan, the Chicago Principals and Administrators Association said it has come up with an alternative plan.
Welcome to our blog about Chicago's school reopening. We're tracking developments as the nation's third largest school district reopens campuses after nearly a year of closures. Here's the latest. Wednesday, Feb. 10, 9:00 a.m. - More than two-thirds of Chicago Teachers Union members backed a tentative school reopening agreement, clearing the way for students to begin returning to classrooms Thursday.
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New Product Launch - Yappah by Tyson
Sustainability continues to be a top trend in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. New developments, emerging technologies, and consumer preferences are pushing big brands to strive for waste reduction and environmentally-friendly ways to produce, sell, transport, and store products. Reusable and recycled packaging, waste reduction initiatives, and safer, more efficient standardized packaging equipment are [...]
Free Report The food and grocery sector thrived during the pandemic, largely due to the shutdown of the food service industry and the sector's subsequent necessity, panic-induced bulk purchasing, and spending more time at home. The market has grown as a result of inflation.
Helping tackle a major sustainability issue - food waste - with a delicious and nutritious snack. It's change you can taste. 440 backers pledged $11,674 to help bring this project to life. You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. ¡YAPPAH!
a new snack brand from the Tyson Innovation Lab designed to fight food waste, has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign , running from Sept. 24 through Oct. 15, showcasing an exclusive new flavor, Chicken Michelada. The Kickstarter campaign follows a successful partnership with Indiegogo in June through which the ¡Yappah!
Here's a look at some of the smartest sustainable products of the year, from greener shoes to smarter thermostats.
SPRINGDALE, ARK. - The new Yappah protein crisp snack product from Tyson Foods, Inc. is made from such ingredients as chicken breast trim, rescued vegetable puree from juicing and spent grain from beer brewing. The new product is part of the Yappah brand, which is designed to be an umbrella under which future products will...
Food waste remains a huge and costly problem, costing $2.6 trillion dollars in lost value globally each year. The U.S. retail food sector alone generates eight million tons of waste annually in distribution centers and stores, equivalent to about $18 billion a year in lost value for retailers.
A number of creative brands are looking to the future by developing sustainable new snacks using everything from spent grains and juice pulp to the leaves of the coffee plant-Tyson Foods is also getting in on this movement to fight food waste with its ¡YAPPAH! brand. ¡YAPPAH!