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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

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Asian Harbor

Asian Harbor offers a menu of Pan Asian dishes that are sure to please. Classic Thai, Japanese, and Chinese dishes are served in a warm, comfortable atmosphere, by a friendly and helpful staff.   

Chef Shangri-La

Chef Shangri-La is a wild Hawaiian tropical adventure. Family-style Cantonese dishes are served in a Polynesian inspired atmosphere. The Tiki Bar offers a wide variety of   cocktails including the secretly delicious “Dr. Fong.”  Enjoy live entertainment as well, just check the website for times and details.

Shokran

Shokran serves authentic Moroccan cuisine. Enjoy perfectly prepared lamb dishes, couscous or the sought after traditional wedding dish, chicken bastilla. The environment is warm, welcoming and comfortable, and the staff is very helpful with the menu.

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Lighting at Oak + Char
A Q & A with the Guys at Oak + Char

Lighting at Oak + Char

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I hope you are enjoying the new season! This episode has us all over the map. From Angry Crab in West Rogers Park to Preservation Bread & Wine in Geneva to Oak + Char in River North.

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Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Dan Kamys, Liz Gres, and Elizabeth Gomez who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Travelle, 

Blutopia at Travelle courtesy of Priscilla Young, Beverage Director
Design, Food, and Drink Inspirations at Travelle Kitchen + Bar

Blutopia at Travelle courtesy of Priscilla Young, Beverage Director

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I spoke with the team at Travelle Kitchen + Bar, featured in this week’s episode about everything from the well-curated art collection in the dining room to where executive chef Tim Graham finds inspiration for new dishes. 

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.