Chicago

What started out as a small joke by Jimmy Fallon about the mayor of Chicago, has ballooned into something much bigger, much funnier and much, much colder. The new host of the Tonight Show made a joke saying that Mayor Rahm Emanuel can host his show whenever he wants to because Jimmy’s “scared of that […]

Brunch has become a staple in America, from small diners to five star restaurants, everyone is starting to offer the popular midday meal. And now one of Chicago’s favorite steakhouses, III Forks Prime Steakhouse in Lakeshore East (180 North Field Boulevard), will begin Saturday brunch service on March 22. Chef Billy Caruso’s menu, outlined below, […]

One of my favorite Italian restaurants in the world, The Florentine, partners with Maverick Wine Company to take guests on a journey through Piemonte, Italy with a special wine tasting class. Kurt Fraim of Maverick Wine Company will introduce the northwest Italian region to wine enthusiasts with a taste of signature wines and small dishes […]

the modern tapas restaurant inspired by Spain’s Catalan region, will reveal its brand new private dining space, The Barcelona Room, for the first time to the public with an exclusive dinner event. Executive Chef Jose Garces will be on hand to offer several active culinary stations (a Montadito Station with crab and avocado and Serrano ham and goat cheese; a Planxa Station with diver scallops and chorizo bilboa among

2 Sparrows evokes the spirit of 1960s’ classic cocktails for its monthly dinner series in partnership with Journeyman Distillery Friday, February 28th. Hailing from Three Oaks, Michigan, Journeyman will bring several of its handcrafted, organically certified spirits to 2 Sparrows to be paired with four courses of time-honored, quintessential American cuisine by Chef/Owner Gregory Ellis. […]

Starting with Winter in Spain, the restaurant's tasting menu series will transition every 3-4 weeks. Future menus will highlight the Alsace region, Pacific Northwest, and more. Each menu will be rooted in Chefs Kornick and Williams' passion for exploring flavors and techniques from across the globe, paired with wines from mk's celebrated cellar

Owner Jesse Boyle (Red Ivy), along with Partner Jim Cornelison (celebrated Star Spangled Banner singer for Chicago Blackhawks) and Chef Roger Herring, previously of Socca, are pleased to introduce Grand Tour (2434 W. Montrose Ave) to Chicago’s North Side.  Grand Tour celebrates vibrant world cultures by offering an international-themed restaurant sharing the best food, beverages […]

Whenever Lawry’s Prime Rib (100 East Ontario) is mentioned, I know exactly what comes to mind. You start thinking about a fine dining establishment that you may go to on a very special occasion like a wedding anniversary or winning the lottery. But what if I told you that hey are reaching out to a […]

Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse at the InterContinental® Chicago Magnificent Mile announces its partnership with Le Cordon Bleu Chicago for one of the school’s largest cooking competitions and scholarship efforts to date. The Culinary Clash competition invites students from Le Cordon Bleu Chicago to compete for a chance to cook with Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse’s Executive Sous Chef […]

On Saturday, March 15, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago invites Chicagoans to mark St. Patrick’s Day – one of the city’s most spirited holidays – with unique celebrations throughout the property, including a special overnight package and themed cocktails at Rebar. Overnight Package  Guests joining for the weekend of celebrations may reserve a guestroom […]

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago (127 W. Huron at LaSalle) developed by Oxford Capital Group LLC in a joint venture with Quadrum Group, and managed by Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC quietly opened on February 1 to debut the highly-anticipated 16-story, 221 key hotel in Chicago’s energetic River North neighborhood. This property launches the luxury lifestyle […]

If you’re a fan of the fourth hour of the Today Show on NBC, then chances are you have learned a lot about wine over time. I love those ladies and when they have wine experts come on the show to talk about different wines and all that, I’m always left a little confused due […]