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Aroy Thai

Truly authentic Thai cuisine is on the menu at Aroy Thai. Be prepared for intense spice and flavors. BYOB 

Wakamono

Wakamono offers a traditional Japanese menu that emphasizes a high standard for the art and flavor of the cuisine. Sushi rolls, sashimi, tempora, and ramen dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients and with generous portions. The ambiance is contemporary and relaxing.    

Goree Cuisine

Senegalese cuisine is West African food influenced by North African, French and Portuguese cuisines. While fish is prominent in Senegalese cooking, Goree also offers lamb, chicken and an abundance of vegetables.

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Season 16, Episode 8: Fat Rice, River Roast, Taqueria La Lagartija

Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Sharif Shawki, Dave Specter, and Sarah Rosenbaum who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Fat Rice,

A Q&A with Fat Rice Chef and Owners Abraham Conlon and Adrienne Lo

Hey there! It seems that winter has officially arrived and the restaurants on this week’s episode are perfect places for warm-your-belly, comforting food. Our stops are River Roast in River North, La Largartija in West Loop and Fat Rice in Logan Square.

Fat Rice is unique in that it is the only restaurant serving Macanese food in Chicago. This week, I spoke with chef/co-owner Abraham Conlon and co-owner/director of operations Adrienne Lo of Fat Rice to get the lowdown on Macanese cuisine. Here’s what they had to say.

Comfort Food

For the most part, comfort food is not for those who are counting calories or carbs. But there’s nothing quite like it for lifting your spirits, especially with likeminded friends in a welcoming atmosphere.

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.