As Chicagoans, we are predisposed to get excited about nearly any event that occurs “outside” or “on a grill.” In just a few weeks, a group of the city’s top chefs will get together beneath The Bean to help raise money for the Special Olympics-Chicago, and the byproduct means a lot of great grilled … Continued
The Green City Market Junior Board is holding another “Meet the Market” event tonight in Wicker Park, and it’s open to the public. The Bedford is hosting the Junior Board and guests in the bank vault from 6-8 p.m. Complete details can be found on the event page here. Seedling Fruit is the featured … Continued
For the past 20 years, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Greater Chicago has been helping those in need. Now it’s time to give back. As I’ve been talking about all week, if you haven’t already picked a charity that means something to you (I typically only focus on food-related events, with food-related causes, such … Continued
As I pointed out yesterday, we’re taking a break from the usual lineup, and letting you know about some worthwhile events coming up next week that I’m involved in. Today, I wanted to tell you a little bit about EMBARC, a program run through a single Chicago Public School (with more on the way), … Continued
This week, we’re deviating from the norm a bit, to tell you about some really worthwhile events that are coming up in Chicago that benefit causes I believe in. The first is Below The Belt, a fundraiser I’m co-chairing, which benefits the Women’s Health Foundation in Chicago. The organization is committed to connecting, … Continued
Hope you are all able to get outside today and have a picnic. This weekend always means a few things to me: crispy fried chicken, homemade, flaky pie… …and the knowledge that strawberry season is here! Hope you all have a great long weekend, enjoy the parades and see you … Continued
On June 5, some of Chicago’s top chefs will join forces to host a charity dinner for Inspiration Kitchens in Garfield Park. Koren Grieveson of avec, Stephanie Izard of Girl and the Goat and Mindy Segal of Mindy’s Hot Chocolate will work with Inspiration Kitchens Chef David Rosenthall to produce a three-course meal to … Continued
Despite the soccer games and inevitable errand-running, I still managed to slip in a few tasty highlights this weekend. On Saturday, I was in Beverly Hills; not the 90210, but rather, the 60643, on the far south side of Chicago. Just a few blocks to the west, resides one of my favorite burger places … Continued
By Ivan Yeh Hapless Intern Kosher workers in the Loop can now leave their lunch boxes at home. The Chicago French Market has a new vendor that can easily meet the growing demand for kosher food downtown. Kotel Kosher is a grab-and-go that offers customers a wide range of kosher deli and grocery products … Continued
If you can’t make a summer trip to the East Coast, Shaw’s Crab House is bringing the coast to you. The restaurant’s annual Lobster Festival begins June 1 and runs through July 31, in celebration of the Maine lobster. Shaw’s featured New England Lobster Boil is a three-course, family-style dinner that includes a cup of … Continued
Are you looking to expand your knowledge of wine tasting and pairing? This summer, BIN 36 is offering two seminars that will give you the opportunity to explore food and wine with Wine Director Brian Duncan. On Tuesday, May 22, Wine 102: Far Out Grapes from Far Out Places will be reviewing various types … Continued