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Hidden Manna Cafe

Hidden Manna Cafe

Hidden Manna Cafe serves customers a hearty Cajun/Creole inspired menu, featuring iconic mainstays such as gumbo and jambalaya in a low-key, cozy environment

Hog Wild

A no-nonsense, counter-service BBQ restaurant, serving their famous succulent, tender pork chops and other classic BBQ fare.

Big Ed's BBQ

Big Ed's BBQ

Big Ed is behind the pit at this Lake County BBQ joint. Everything is made from scratch daily, including the delicious desserts.

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DIY Pasta and Punch Classes

School is in session, and the curriculum du jour features pasta and punch. Food- and drink-lovers alike will revel in the new DIY classes taking place at The Winchester and Punch House, as each spot prepares to host educational classes in the coming weeks.


 

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This Week’s Episode: South Side Restaurants

Tonight, for the last episode of the 14th season (!), we take you on a tour of some of our city’s South Side gems. The South Side is so rich in Chicago history and there are some fantastic meals to be enjoyed. In fact, in the past couple of years, the restaurant scene has exploded as South Side chefs open additional restaurants and North Side chefs realize what they have been missing.

Nonna’s
West Loop Lunch Spots

From Publican Quality Meats to Little Goat, the West Loop’s lunch scene is just as famed as its renowned dinner landscape. Lately, though, the restaurant-packed neighborhood welcomed two new lunchtime standouts that are sure to beef up the area and stand out for years to come.

Chef with a glass of wine

Sit down at the table with David Manilow, creator of Check, Please!, as he explores the Chicago food and restaurant landscape with the unique personalities who have influenced it.

A chef in her restaurant

An original web series that profiles a diverse group of Chicago area restaurateurs, chefs, baristas, gin enthusiasts, and others. Meet the people who feed you.

Dishalicious show host in apron

Experience the culinary world — live and in-person — through the eyes of top Chicago chefs! Dishalicious is a fast-paced, live demonstration cooking show and event that’s fun and informative.

Discover the ways Chicago’s celebrity chefs unwind after they clock out of the kitchen. Get to know another side of these interesting personalities who — while known for their passion and work ethic in the kitchen — are fascinating and passionate people in their personal lives as well.