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Robert's Pizza & Dough, Entente, Red Hot Ranch | Sat, October 31 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Go 4 Food, Dos Ricco's, Tied House | Sat, November 7 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Kitsune, Niche, La Chaparrita Grocery | Sat, November 14 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Bacchanalia, Half Acre Taproom, Naoki Sushi | Sat, November 21 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

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Lillie’s Q

Lillie’s Q

Located in trendy Wicker Park, Lillie’s Q serves award-winning barbecue and Southern comfort food in chic, minimalist digs.

JAM

JAM is an upscale diner serving a new American take on breakfast and lunch. They also have an extensive brunch drink menu.

Katy's Dumpling House

Katy’s Dumpling house is an inviting space that features Chinese and Pan-Asian food. Their handmade noodles and dumplings are features on the menu.

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Bib Gourmand Winners Announced, Learn to Make Pasta at The Florentine

Michelin will announce which restaurants make their 2013 Chicago guide on November 14, but to ease the pain of waiting, they announced the Bib Gourmand winners on November 7.

New Episode: Pueblito Viejo, Yuzu Sushi, Province

Friday, November 9 at 8:00 pm

On Check, Please! we always try to bring you a diverse group of restaurants recommended and reviewed by regular Chicagoans. This week’s episode is no exception.

Toasting the Election

Between the election and the upcoming holidays, November is a busy month. Here are two food events to help you chill out this week.

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.