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Bang Bang Pie is committed to continuing Midwestern cooking traditions with pies and biscuits. It prides itself on hospitality, decadence and café life.

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Lickity Split is an old-fashioned ice cream shop in the heart of Edgewater. They believe every day is a candy day, frozen custard day, pastry day, and that everything is better with coffee!

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RPM Steak is a traditional steakhouse with a modern twist. Not only do they serve prime cuts of meat, they also feature a raw-bar and a craft cocktail program.

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A Season of Luxury Tastes

Nowadays, snowflakes aren’t the only white things falling. ’Tis the season for truffles, most notably those ever so opulent white truffles, raining down upon dishes to substantially up the ante on autumnal luxury. The Italian gems have found their way onto a few menus and specials around Chicago.


 

Turducken Trots into the Spotlight

Turkey and stuffing being quintessential components of a well-rounded Thanksgiving meal, it makes sense that gluttonously stuffed turkeys would rise to prominence as well. Case in point: turducken. The infamous chicken-stuffed-duck-stuffed-turkey is a bit of a gratuitous indulgence for some, but lately for chefs, it’s an opportunity to get whimsical.


 

Fried Bologna Sandwich at Au Cheval
This Week’s Episode: Au Cheval, Tapas Valencia, and Autre Monde

Hello there!

The past week has been quite a whirlwind! I officially started in my new capacity as the executive director of the Kendall College Trust, which is a not-for-profit that provides need-based scholarships to culinary and hospitality students. It’s a mission dear to me since I attended the Kendall College culinary program. I was an unfulfilled attorney who made a huge career change into the culinary world well over a decade ago, and Kendall provided a strong foundation upon which I have built my new career. Now being in a position to help others pursue their dreams is very exciting.

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.