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Saucy Porka

Saucy Porka

Saucy Porka serves a unique combination of Latin and Asian food in a spacious, well maintained dining environment.

J.P. Graziano Grocery & Sub Shop

J.P. Graziano is not just the oldest Italian market in Chicago, but an amazing “old-school” Italian sub shop as well. Delicious soups, seasonal salads, and deli sandwiches piled high with savory meats are served with a wide selection of imported cheeses, olive oils, pastas, and more. All at a great price too.  

Le Bouchon (Barack Obama Special)

Le Bouchon offers an elegantly prepared French dining experience, but at the perfect bistro price. Regional French wines are also available.

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Watch Season 15, Episode 11

Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Elina Schkolnik, Michael Baer, and Abby Israel who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Bohemian House,

Chef Jimmy Papadopoulos, Bohemian House
A Q&A with Bohemian House Chef Jimmy Papadopoulos

Chef Jimmy Papadopoulos, Bohemian House

 

Hello everyone! This week we visited Bohemian House in River North, Bistro Dre in Lakeview, and Uru Swati on Devon. I am half Eastern European – Lithuanian – and grew up with my maternal grandmother making pierogies from scratch, wurst and sauerkraut, and decadent potato pudding known as kugelis. Rich, hearty cooking has a special place in my heart. Despite a large Eastern European population in Chicago, it is not easy to find restaurants that focus on this type of cuisine. So I was thrilled when Bohemian House opened.

Watch Season 15, Episode 10

Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Karl Schook, Laila Chen, and Gerald Spice who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Milt's Barbecue for the P

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.