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Pozoleria San Juan

Fresh made hominy is used for all the pozole at Pozoleria San Juan. Pozole, a soup which comes in the three colors of the Mexican flag; green, white, and red, is prepared daily along with a variety of classic Mexican dishes. Enjoy a delicious bang-for-your-buck at this neighborhood BYOB. 

Hog Wild

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

Tanta

The Peruvian dishes at Tanta will transport you. The knowledgeable staff will guide you through an authentic menu of seafood, ceviche, empanadas and more. The atmosphere is lively, including live music periodically and a terrific rooftop.  The pisco sour is to die for.

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Raise a Glass (and a Punch Bowl) to 2015

Going out for New Year’s Eve can be an intimidating, nerve-racking undertaking, considering the surfeit of options to pour through. Fortunately, having so many options means there is certainly a NYE destination out there for everyone. Here are some ideas for Chicago New Year’s Eve celebrations.
 

Artango Bistro
Christmas Dining, Drinking, and Dancing in Chicago

Before hanging your stockings and setting out cookies for the jolliest home invader of the year, you’d be wise to establish your Christmas dining itinerary. You don’t want to wind up bingeing on candy and thwarting your appetite for Bûche de Noël and steak. That would be naughty.
 

DMK Burger Bar
’Tis the Season for Holiday Dishes and Drinks

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a flurry of sweet flavors like gingerbread, peppermint, and eggnog. These staple comforts are amping up food and drink menus all over Chicago, whetting our appetites for merriment.


 

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.