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Asian Harbor

Asian Harbor offers a menu of Pan Asian dishes that are sure to please. Classic Thai, Japanese, and Chinese dishes are served in a warm, comfortable atmosphere, by a friendly and helpful staff.   

EL Ideas

EL Ideas makes fine dining fun. This unique dining experience is unpretentious and surprisingly creative. An unforgettable ten-course tasting menu is presented by the kitchen team in an exciting and playful way. Guests are even encouraged to leave their table and visit the kitchen to see what is happening throughout the evening. A BYOB restaurant. 

Virtue

Virtue

Modern Southern cuisine and craft cocktails in a chic, welcoming space.

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Balena Brings the (James) Beard House Experience to Chicago

Top chefs from across the country converge at Balena on February 6 for a culinary event that promises to be a veritable United Nations of food. Executive chef Chris Pandel and co. have teamed up with the James Beard Celebrity Chef Tour to host a special Beard House experience right here in Chicago.
 

The Refinery
New Culinary Refinement in Old Town

Something refreshing and new beckons in Old Town. The Refinery is a cozy culinary haven specializing in refined renditions of familiar soulful fare, from arancini and deviled eggs to poutine and steak. Cheffed by Lawrence Letrero and pastry chef Hetty Arts, The Refinery is a wholesome re-interpretation of American and international comforts.

Watch Season 13, Episode 9

Host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Alyssa Jutovsky, Randy Machelski, and Kevin Au who weigh in on Chicago area eateries L. Woods (Lincolnwood), Bite Café (Ukrainian Village), and Athenian Room (Lincoln Park).

 

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.