Mercat a la planxa is not the new kid on the block anymore — in fact, we’ve given it love before — but last week I was reminded that its still got game. I like to revisit our old favorites whenever I can swing it, and I’d never tried the tasting menu there even though [...]
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The Chicago Firehouse
Wrapping Up Restaurant Week
The last stop on Chicago Bites’ 2010 Restaurant Week tasting tour was The Chicago Firehouse, a steakhouse located in a charming building that used to be a real Firehouse. It was built in 1905, and much of the original structure has been preserved both inside and out, including the intricate tin ceiling, the tile walls, [...]
Mercat a la planxa
Chicago Bites Podcast #121
We had the opportunity to see Chef Jose Garces at Gourmet Chicago last week. We were so delighted by his cooking demonstration that we decided to drop by his restaurant for a sample of what he cooked up. The octopus was mighty tasty, but how did the other dishes stack up? (12.8 M) Show Notes: [...]
Custom House
Chicago Bites Podcast #65
The Custom House offers an early-bird prefixed dinner for $46 aimed at downtown theater goers. But you don’t have to see a play to take advantage of the deal. Just make an early reservation and come hungry, ready to savor every bite of your three-course meal. (7.5 M) Show Notes: 00:00 – 01:13 Goin’ to [...]
Yolk
Chicago Bites Podcast #64
Are the surly waiters, cheerful atmosphere and endless menu of eggs, meat and waffles enough to justify a $15 breakfast? Does the quantity and quality of coffee meet expectations? Tune in as we rate this South Loop brunch spot. (4.8 M) Show Notes: 00:00 – 01:35 Father’s Day brunching 01:36 – 03:00 Cheerful, hot & [...]
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