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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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Bento Box

Bucktown’s Bento Box offers incredibly flavorful Asian fusion dishes, including ala carte and prix-fixe options. in a cozy, upbeat space.

RPM Steak

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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Think Outside the Stocking with These Christmas Dishes

When it comes to Christmas foods, there’s more to fawn over than gingerbread and stocking-stuffers. In fact, there’s a whole world of flavors to explore over the holiday that go well beyond the Americana template. From Filipino Christmas fare to Peruvian holiday specials, here are some outside-the-box Christmas eats to enjoy this season around Chicago.

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Dining Luxuriously in Chicago

There’s just something about the holiday hoopla that makes people want to spoil themselves a little bit and live luxuriously. The fact that white truffles are in season surely helps. Amidst the shopping and the parties, December is prime time for pampering, be it via freshly shaved white truffles, caviar, or foie gras. Here are some spots for eating lavishly in Chicago this month.

 


 

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Cozy Up to Hot Chocolate in Chicago

The best way to combat below-freezing temperatures in Chicago is with a piping hot, rich-as-fudge cup of hot chocolate. Fortunately, Chicago is a city brimming with decadent hot chocolate, from the traditional to the boozy to the outré (Chartreuse hot chocolate, anyone?).
 

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.