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Señor Pan

Señor Pan offers a modern fun atmosphere with Cuban classics. Get comfortable and enjoy the live music and signature Cuban sandwiches.

Nella Pizza e Pasta

Nella Pizza e Pasta

This traditional pizzeria is led by pizziaola Nella Grassano. With the authentic Neapolitan brick pizza oven and the handmade pastas, you’ll enjoy recipes handed down from generation to generation.

Max & Benny’s

Max & Benny’s

Max & Benny’s is a family restaurant serving up classic deli favorites including Matzo ball soup and Ruben sandwiches in the suburb of Northbrook. They are also a bakery!

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Meatless and Meatful Menu Additions at Trenchermen

Trenchermen is going meatless with a new weekly vegetarian prix fixe, then swinging the pendulum back in the other direction for burgers and beers on Wednesdays. The farthest thing from a one-trick pony, Trenchermen continues to push the envelope, proving its dexterous affinity for culinary creativity. It’s all thanks to executive chef Pat Sheerin, constantly thinking outside the box and coloring outside the lines.

 


 

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Shake Up Cider Season

When it comes to cider, it’s not all cinnamon and apple juice. Sure, a warm cup of classic cider is comforting, but there’s a bevy of cider creations in Chicago this season that think outside the mug, proving that cider lends itself well to a variety of applications. And don’t forget to eat your cider in the form of doughnuts, dumplings, sorbet, and more. Cheers to cider season!

 


 

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Ramen Roundup

Judging by the prominence of ramen menu news in Chicago lately, it looks as if upscale “broke college student dining” is en vogue. It’s hard to fling a chopstick without hitting a haute bowl of ramen these days, as more ramen restaurants open up and ramen-focused dishes hit menus. From slurpable bar food to the latest ramen spots in town, here’s the latest ramen roundup.

 


 

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.