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Crisp

Crisp specializes in Korean fried chicken and their signature Buddha bowls. Along with a lively atmosphere, they also offer Korean burritos and kimchee.

Ahjoomah’s Apron

Ahjoomah’s Apron offers an authentic Korean menu in a sleek, modern environment. Enjoy delicious Korean dishes and a wide selection of small plates. A huge bang for your buck, excellent price points. Fun, great for groups as well as people who are new to Korean food. BYOB.

Billy Sunday

Billy Sunday offers an adventurous beverage and cocktail program, as well as an eclectic menu of food items from entrées to small plates and snacks. The atmosphere is classy and the servers are friendly and knowledgeable.

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David and Anna Posey
Culinary Couples Add Fine Dining Prowess to the West Loop

The West Loop has long been a national destination for dining, but thanks to a handful of new efforts from husband-wife couples, the neighborhood is about to get a huge dose of fine dining cred.
 

The staff of Parachute
This Week’s Episode: Parachute, Nando Milano, and Pleasant House Bakery

The staff of Parachute

Hello everyone! I’m so excited to start our 15th season of Check, Please! This is an exciting season with so many fantastic restaurants on the roster! I decided that this year I want to change up my blog a bit and chat some more with the chefs, restaurateurs, and beverage directors from our recommended spots. So for each post I will do a short interview highlighting one of the places we visited that week. 

Watch Season 15, Episode 1

Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Todd Shissler, Jennifer Dominic, and Kathy Williams who weigh in on Chicago area eateries Parachute,

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.