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New Star

The family-owned New Star has been in business for over 60 years. They serve Chinese-American cuisine and have added Thai and Japanese fare to their menu.

Taxim

Taxim offers regional Greek cuisine and wines in an elegant and upscale atmosphere. Impeccable service is paired with an inspired modern menu of Mediterranean dishes.  

Yuzu

Yuzu offers expertly prepared sushi and Japanese style robata grilled dishes in a modern, yet whimsical and relaxed environment. Sushi is presented in artfully designed and tasty sauces. Flame grilled and skewered meats, fish and vegetables are deliciously spiced and perfectly priced. BYOB.

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Dog Dayz of Summer
Hot Doug’s Prepares for an Encased Meat Encore

It seems like just yesterday Doug Sohn pulled the plug on his legendary hot dog emporium, Hot Doug’s. It also feels as if he never left, considering all the pop-up events and guest chef appearances he’s been doing, such as his Hot Doug’s-inspired pizza at Piece Pizzeria recently. But the Sausage King is ready to make his biggest encore appearance to date in June at Goose Island Barrel Warehouse for a weekend-long Hot Doug’s pop-up.


 

Trencherman
New Reservations Apps Up the Ante on Hospitality

When a city has a restaurant caliber like Chicago’s, you can never have too many reservations tricks and tips. With so many dining options to choose from, not to mention so many hungry diners grappling over seats, it helps to have some new restaurant reservations services. Two new ones to join the fray as of late are Table8 and the humbly dubbed Reserve.


 

White Oak Tavern & Inn
White Oak Tavern & Inn Puts Vermouth in the Spotlight

Tiki drinks and bracing whiskey cocktails are all the rage at bars nowadays, but at White Oak Tavern & Inn there’s another spirit stepping into the spotlight. In line with the rising tide of old-world ingredients experiencing a renaissance, vermouth is front-and-center at the Lincoln Park newcomer, and it’s all thanks to beverage director Danielle Sander.

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.