CS magazine has teamed up with Choose Chicago, Illinois Restaurant Association and James Beard Foundation to host the ultimate culinary celebration at Venue One in honor of the James Beard Foundation Awards. Over 500 Chicago foodies and influencers will gather in anticipationof the most exciting culinary event happening in Chicago. The event will kick-off the second annual Eats…
Celebrate James Beard and Chicago’s vibrant culinary scene with a week of exclusive restaurant menus and dishes inspired by James Beard's American Classic recipes. Nearly 100 top Chicago restaurants will honor the man known as the "Dean of American cookery" through their food. Join them during the second annual James Beard Eats Week! Browse the…
Punch House is dedicating Saturday night to this man and his music. His sound defied genres. From his many side projects with artists like Sheila E., The Time, Vanity 6, The Family and many more. To all of his original work as the one we all know as Prince. Playing all the rare songs/b-sides and…
Baconfest Chicago is a nationally renowned, locally beloved festival dedicated to America’s favorite cured meat: bacon! At Baconfest, Chicago’s best chefs concoct and serve brilliant bacon dishes to thousands of passionate bacon lovers. Liquor sponsors provide cocktails, beer and wine designed to complement a bacon meal. Bacontrepreneurs and bacon-friendly brands exhibit their wares and connect…
Ever since James Beard appeared on television’s first cooking show, food has been one of the most popular subjects in American broadcasting. Coinciding with the Foundation’s 30th anniversary, the 2016 James Beard Awards will honor the country’s top culinary talent and celebrate the role of cuisine in television. The 2016 James Beard Awards Gala, hosted…
The Inaugural Uncorked: Chicago wine festival features 50 wineries, over 100 wines to taste, gourmet food trucks, live music, custom photo booth and lots of other fun goodies to enjoy. There are two sessions to choose between: The first session has VIP admission at 1 p.m. with general admission from 2 - 5 p.m. The…
In celebration of the restaurant's Five-Year Anniversary, Porkchop will host a Hawaii-5-0/Tiki-themed party on their spacious outdoor patio along Randolph Street. The party will feature two whole pig roasts, one at noon and the other at 6:00 pm, shot girls, fire dancers and fire breathers, limbo contests, giveaways and other indulgent specials. In addition, the restaurant…
Celebrate Chicago Craft Beer Week and warmer weather on the Graham Elliot Bistro patio with Marz Brewing. Admission includes Marz Beer Rhubarb Rain, a tropical pale ale, a special firkin, Grahamburger sliders & frites, and a few special gifts from Marz! Plus, chat with the brewers!
Join the most influential people in the Industry as they toast to the summer courtesy of Burrell Vodka. Who doesn't love Chicago summers and on Saturday May 28th summer is hear to stay! Enjoy delicious Passed Hors D'oeuvres produced by executive Chef Matt Wilde. Wash it all down with 3hrs of Burrell Vodka. You call it at…
Kicking off Thursday, June 2nd, opening night of Ravinia, Restaurant Michael invites concert goers for a pre-show dinner...and a private chauffeur! Priced at $125 per person, Chef Michael Lachowicz offers a three-course dinner with wine pairings AND transportation to the front gate of Ravinia. From 5 - 6:30 p.m., guests can enjoy their choice of an appetizer and entree followed by dessert "to-go!" A…
Year two in The Windy City brings the buzz back to favorite neighborhoods, classic cafes, and exciting new stops for a caffeinated weekend to remember! 20 local cafes, roasteries, tea shops and bakeries unite for 11 routes across the metro - walking, driving or transit tours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday offer multiple starting times…
Celebrating its 18th summer, Ribfest Chicago has been featured on Food Network’s “Eating America, with Anthony Anderson”, included as one of the 10 best fests by USA Today and was voted three years running as the Best Food Festival in the Chicago Reader. In 2016 we will be serving up more smokin’ music and barbecue…
The Pilsen Food Truck Social rolls back into Chicago’s Lower West Side June 11 and 12 for another delicious weekend of mobile eats and live beats! As its eponymous name suggests, food trucks are again the centerpiece of the second year neighborhood street fest. Over 25 Illinois Food Truck Owner Association affiliated trucks will congregate…
What: 2016 Chicago Ale Fest When: Friday, June 17th 6p - 10p; Saturday, June 18th 2p - 6p Where: Buckingham Fountain - Chicago Why: 200+ American Craft Beers The Chicago Ale Fest is a celebration of American Craft Beer in the heart of Chicago. Located at Buckingham Fountain in historic Grant Park, bordered by the…
The summer’s highpoint street festival is returning to Chicago’s West Loop for its 20th year. As one of the city’s leading annual celebrations, this three-day cross-cultural celebration will mix extraordinary food, brilliant artisans and diverse musical offerings. Top restaurants will bring their bold cuisines from near and far. Don’t be surprised to see food and…
