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Virtue, Qulinarnia, Longman & Eagle | Sat, September 5 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Gibsons Italia, Q Orland Park, Lillie's Q | Sat, September 12 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Gundis Kurdish Kitchen, The English Room, L'patron | Sat, September 19 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

Rhyme Or Reason, Bang Bang Pie, Mambo Italiano | Sat, September 26 at 4:30 pm on WTTW HD

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Gibsons Italia

Housemade pasta and steaks served elegantly in a posh 3-story space with unmatched views of the Chicago skyline and river.

Smak-Tak

You will find authentic Polish dishes served with old world charm at Smak Tak. Traditionally prepared pierogies, dumplings, soups, a variety of meats and polish sausage are served in a cozy atmosphere. BYOB. 

Fig & Olive

Fig & Olive offers a menu of Mediterranean dishes, also inspired by Italian and Spanish cuisines. Discover exquisitely presented dishes and a creative cocktail menu. Enjoy the seasonal menu in a light and airy space with an elegant bar area.

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Cat’s Corner: Chefs' Favorite Counter Service Gems

Greetings! It’s always bittersweet to get to the end of a season. Thank you all for being such loyal viewers and enthusiastic diners. We couldn’t do it without you!

Salad

If there’s any dish more ubiquitous, adaptable to personal taste, and easier to make than salad, we don’t know what it is.

Cat’s Corner: Q&A with Andrew Macker and Nandini Khaund of Cindy’s Rooftop

Hello! This week we visit Cindy’s Rooftop at the Chicago Athletic Association in the Loop, Sunset Pho in West Rogers Park, and Kabobi on Kedzie.

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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.

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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.