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Spinning J

Spinning J

Spinning J serves seasonal pies, housemade sodas, and café fare in a quaint corner shop bursting with vintage charm.

Zia’s Trattoria (Barack Obama Special)

Zia’s Trattoria offers traditional Italian cuisine in a rustic setting.

Season 14 - Episode 9 (Full Show)

Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Ambar Mentor-Truppa, Lualhati Robles, and Ron Raney who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Crosby's Kitchen, Embeya, and Pozoleria San Juan.

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Who Says Carbs Are Bad?

The restaurant that keeps me coming back is La Bella in Oak Park, IL.

Fat Rice
Openings

It’s been an exciting couple of weeks for restaurant openings. Here are a few new ones to check out.

Vanille Patisserie - Chicago French Market
Get in the Holiday Spirit at the Chicago French Market

Sure, you could hit the crowded Magnificent Mile for holiday shopping, but there’s a much more delicious way to get in the holiday spirit – by heading to the Chicago French Market.

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.