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Gibsons Italia, Q Orland Park, Lillie's Q | Sat, September 12 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Gundis Kurdish Kitchen, The English Room, L'patron | Sat, September 19 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Rhyme Or Reason, Bang Bang Pie, Mambo Italiano | Sat, September 26 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

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Firefly Grill

Firefly Grill rivals the best urban restaurants with its fresh farm-to-table cuisine and modern feel.  A creative and inventive menu, attentive service, and a nice selection of craft beers make this a “must-stop” dining option.

Au Cheval

Au Cheval offers a menu of upscale diner cuisine. The decadent menu includes a grilled bologna sandwich, bratwurst, bone marrow, and their famous cheeseburger. They’re open for lunch, dinner, and late night dining, but be prepared to wait up to three hours for a table.

Giant City Lodge

Southern hospitality in the middle of the park! Giant City Lodge offers a menu of classic down-home cooking. Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, BBQ beans, and a Friday night fish fry are served in a spacious rustic lodge setting. The Lodge also features a historic lounge and bar, gift shop, and guest cabins.

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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.