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Do You Know Chicago Chefs?

Test your smarts with our chefs Bingo card! Most of these folks reside at local restaurants you should try. Simply mark them off as you see them in person. Go for a blackout!

Day Two at Chicago Gourmet: Highlights, Grazing, and Contemplating the Environment

Our second day at Chicago Gourmet was a leisurely stroll from bite to bite and sip to sip. We chatted with fellow foodies and local chefs as we grazed, soaking in the sun.
Highlights included mini burgers from Rockit Bar and Grill, heirloom tomato panzanella from The Bristol, Caribbean ceviche from Riva, smoked salmon with [...]

Dining Amongst Celebrities and Strangers

Everyone has something to say about food. Unlike religion or politics, it’s a universal topic.
Simply mention where you’ve eaten recently, or a new recipe you’ve tried, and you’ll spark a pleasant and spirited conversation in practically any social situation — amongst friends, strangers, or even celebrities.
That’s why when Tammy and I sat down [...]

Chicago Gourmet Comes of Age

Much like a fine wine, Chicago Gourmet has matured and is much more palatable this year than it was last. The most striking improvement? There’s food!
“I would likely have been drawn and quartered if there wasn’t!” said Sheila O’Grady, president of the Illinois Restaurant Association.
Yep. Organizers listened to the feedback they [...]

We’re Going “Chicago Gourmet” This Weekend — For You!

We’re headed to Chicago Gourmet this weekend to see some of the city’s best chefs at work and to taste their wares.
We’ll be your on-site reporters, telling you all about the tastiest tidbits we pick up, so that you can take full advantage of this town’s buzzing culinary scene at any time — long [...]