What do you get when you combine a degree from the French Pastry School with a family history of Mexican home cooking? A delicious mash-up of two cultures, bound by butter, corn and chiles. The family behind Pan Artesanal has worked for years – literally – on every detail. From the baking equipment to the DIY decor … Continued
“Steve’s food crawl was an amazing experience that was uniquely tailored for the palates of our global team. We were very impressed with the restaurant and bar selected for our group’s outing. Top notch service, and the food and cocktails were incredible. We are looking forward to scheduling another food crawl soon.” Vanessa Reneau-Mack The Warranty … Continued
For more than 30 years, Rick Bayless has been Chicago’s ambassador for regional Mexican cooking. But his trio of successful restaurants in the city’s River North neighborhood wasn’t enough to contain his creativity. He now has two restaurants side-by-side: a casual brewery featuring Oaxacan tacos; the other, a more upmarket concept featuring a long wood-fired … Continued
It seems like there are more food festivals than ever. Not just the biggies, in places like Aspen, South Beach and Pebble Beach, but also regional events that bring together local artisans. Chocolate, however, transcends frequency and inclement weather. In three weeks, chocolatiers from as far as California and Maine are going to be bringing … Continued
D’Artagnan has defined the farm-to-table movement since 1985, when Ariane Daguin bought into a duck farm. In fact, she sort of started it by providing chefs with high-quality game meats like rabbit, buffalo, and of course, duck. Fast forward 30 years, and D’Artagnan now provides the nation’s most well-regarded restaurants with organically raised meats in addition … Continued
Cochon 555 stops in Chicago next week for a punch competition at Chicago Gourmet on Saturday the 26th and a porky fête on Sunday the 27th. To kick off the weekend, Chef Abraham Conlon welcomes six chefs from Chicago and beyond to his home at Fat Rice in Avondale for an after-hours Asian Speakeasy on Friday night. The $125 … Continued
Unlike the name suggests, Oktoberfest traditionally begins mid-September in Germany, ending 16 to 18 days later – the first week of October. Chicagoans can jump right into the festivities this Saturday, September 19 at The Dawson with a selection of namesake brews and a $25 all-inclusive spread of German delights. Chef Shaun King lays out his rendition … Continued
Please mind the glass of red wine.. Chicago’s original white pop-up dinner, Chicago in White, is headed back to town. On August 8, guests will head to Ravinia (200 Ravinia Park Rd.) where they’ll dine on the lawn in a specially reserved section just for the event. While dining under the stars, they’ll be treated to a … Continued
There are characters who will forever be associated with certain aspects of Chicago history: Al Capone and the Mob, Harry Caray and the Cubs (and Steve Bartman with their most recent collapse). But when food & drink historians look back on the early 21st Century, wondering how the city gave birth to a pair of … Continued
When you think of vending machines, the words “healthy, gourmet, freshly-made food” probably don’t come to mind. Maybe not, but Luke Saunders is trying to change that mentality with his Farmer’s Fridge Kiosk, coming to Block 37 just in time for the holiday season. Farmer’s Fridge is a new vending kiosk concept that brings Loop … Continued
Do you love music, good company, and great wine? Tonight, City Winery brings you all three, as Master Sommelier Serafin Alvarado hosts a special music, wine and champagne pairing concert. The Rack & The Riddler, a rock band made up of adult beverage professionals, will be covering rock hits from the 60’s to the 2000’s. … Continued