Monica Rothgery: Lessons from the Drive Thru
By Margaret McSweeney |
A Tribute to Chef Homaro Cantu
Last year, I had the honor of meeting Chef Homaro Cantu and sampling my first bite of molecular gastronomy at Moto. As part of the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) group, I had the incredible opportunity to have this private tour and tasting experience with fellow foodies. Chef Homaro Cantu graciously welcomed each of…
Fresh Fish in Chicago: Nico Osteria
James Beard nominee, Chef Erling Wu-Bower, chef de cuisine of Chicago’s Nico Osteria shares what it takes to bring the deliciousness of an Italian seafood restaurant to the heart of the Midwest. Bring your appetite! Savor the day! .
Steve "The Hungry Hound" Dolinsky
As Chicago gets ready to host the James Beard awards, Kitchen Chat is celebrating the nominees. Steve Dolinsky, aka The Hungry Hound on ABC has won 12 James Beard awards. Sample the world’s cuisine with this well-traveled food reporter and cultivator of cuisine. And find out which new restaurants in Chicago you should try. And…
Cooking for Cowboys with Kent Rollins
What’s it like to be a chuck wagon cook? How do you make cowboy coffee? What’s it like to make fried chicken steak with Chef Bobby Flay? Discover A Taste of Cowboy: Ranch Recipes and Tales form the Trail by Kent Rollins. Sample a bit of wisdom with a side of deliciousness. Savor the day! .
Michigan Wines Featuring Karma Vista Vineyards
Discover the award winning taste of Michigan wines with vineyard owner and operator, Joe Herman of Karma Vista Vineyards. What distinguishes the flavors of the Michigan grapes? Which varietals grow best? I am delighted to be working with the State of Michigan to help promote Michigan Wines Showcase on June 1st in Chicago. Savor the…
James Beard Foundation Celebrity Chef Tour
It’s that time of year again as excellent chefs around the country create outstanding meals to raise money for the James Beard Foundation. Jeff Black, president of Celebrity Chef Tour shares some highlights about the chefs, menus, venues, and the upcoming James Beard Awards in Chicago. Savor the day! .
Chef Driven Restaurants: The Boka Group
Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm are Chicago’s dynamic duo. Founders of The Boka Group, these two have built a culinary empire in Chicago featuring award winning chefs including Chef Paul Virant, Chef Stephanie Izard, Chef Giuseppe Tentori and Chef Chris Pandel. Boka Group has a restaurant for every palate, including Chinese, Japanese, Italian, seafood, contemporary,…
Crepes, Caviar, Chocolate and Charity
Chef Castillo of l’Eiffel Bistrot is cooking for charity! His featured dish will be chocolate mousse cake with mango caviar for The 5th annual Taste Takes Flight. Proceeds will help fund a safe house in the Chicago suburbs. Tune in for great tips on how to make the perfect crepe in your home. Savor the day!…
Common Sense Cooking for Cancer
Are you a cancer fighter? Survivor?Or perhaps a caregiver? If so, I hope these recipes will be a helpful resource. Nourish is my word for this year. As a three year breast cancer survivor, I want to reach out and help nourish others who are facing the battle. Food is an important part of this journey.…