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The Duck Inn

The Duck Inn is a cozy, retro inspired gastro-tavern located at Loomis Street and the Chicago River. It combines locally sourced dining with creative duck dishes and other American menu items. It has a delicious menu of craft cocktails and local beers.

Preservation Bread & Wine

Preservation Bread & Wine is located in the quaint town of Geneva. The seasonal menu includes a delicious variety of cheeses, meats, and savory bites paired with a first-class selection of wines and spirits. The ambiance is relaxing and the service in exceptional. Go for the food, stay for the comfort.

Tanta

The Peruvian dishes at Tanta will transport you. The knowledgeable staff will guide you through an authentic menu of seafood, ceviche, empanadas and more. The atmosphere is lively, including live music periodically and a terrific rooftop.  The pisco sour is to die for.

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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.