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Jim’s Original

Jim’s Original is an old-school hotdog stand with top-quality ingredients and fast, friendly service. They first opened in 1939 and have continued to be a South Side staple for over 70 years.

Paladar

Authentic Cuban cuisine is on the menu at Paladar. Dishes like empanadas, grilled or stewed meats, plantains, and paella are prepared to perfection.  The atmosphere is warm and the service is very helpful and friendly.  Great for people who are new to Cuban cuisine.   Enjoy live music on the weekends. 

Beatrix

Beatrix offers a menu of American favorites with in a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere. There is an incredible selection of salads and dishes with a healthy twist to try, including a few amazing must-have desserts. 

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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.


 

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This Week’s Episode: Au Cheval, Tapas Valencia, and Autre Monde

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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.

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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.

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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.