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Prasino

Prasino offers local food with a global influence. Ingredients are organic, locally sourced, and restaurant creatively reflects a sustainable lifestyle. Many vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available along with a wide selection of deliciously prepared meats. The environment is modern, elegant and relaxing.  

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The Pavillion at The Langham, Chicago
We All Scream for Gold-Dusted Sundaes!

Just because the calendar says summer is gone doesn’t mean we need to stow our ice cream cravings for another year. On the contrary, ice cream season rages on thanks to glamorous new concepts like Parlour at the Pavilion within The Langham, Chicago.


 

The Pierogi Wagon
Rolling in Dough – Pierogies!

In the vein of doughy snacks reaching a fever pitch, pierogies are falling in line nicely right alongside doughnuts, bagels, and empanadas. Considering Chicago’s enormous Polish population, it’s only appropriate that Poland’s contribution to the dumpling world would eventually arise in Chicago’s culinary landscape. And boy is it doing so.


 

Fountainhead
How to Become a Master Mezcalier

Back-to-school season is a lot more fun when hard liquor is involved, and the only homework of note is drinking. Ravenswood’s preeminent beer and whiskey bar Fountainhead turns its attention to mezcal for a series of Master Mezcalier classes in honor of the Indie Spirits Expo, allowing spirited students to learn a lot more about this south of the border staple.


 

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.