<![CDATA[NBC Chicago - Chicago Food and Drink, Nightlife, Bars, and Restaurants]]> Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink en-us Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:24:22 -0600 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:24:22 -0600 NBC Owned Television Stations <![CDATA[ A Homemade Gift for Your Valentine]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/angel-food-bakery-Valentine-138860564.html Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:42:53 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/168*120/vdayheartcookie.jpg
Angel Food Bakery offers pre-Valentine's Day baking class.

]]> <![CDATA[PHOTOS: Allium Pop-Up Dinner]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Allium-restaurant-four-seasons-kevin-hickey-Pop-Up-Dinner-139020629.html Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:08:52 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Allium_popup_431.jpg
Lucky guests get an early taste of Kevin Hickey's new Four Seasons restaurant.

]]> <![CDATA[Five Sweet Treats for Your Sweetie]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Sweet-Valentines-day-Treats-for-Your-Sweetie-138808644.html Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:52:43 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/181*120/magnolialoveboxnbc.jpg
Give the gift of sugar this Valentine's Day.

]]> <![CDATA[PHOTOS: First Bites Bash]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/PHOTOS-First-Bites-Bash-chicago-restaurant-week-138901454.html Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:10:01 -0600 Moshpix: Chicago foodies converged on Union Station for the First Bites Bash, the official kickoff for Chicago Restaurant Week. More than 50 Chicago chefs and restaurants supplied food at the event with all of the proceeds benefiting the Chicago Food Depository. Photos courtesy Donna Binbek Photography.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Restaurant_Week_2012_38.jpg Moshpix: Chicago foodies converged on Union Station for the First Bites Bash, the official kickoff for Chicago Restaurant Week. More than 50 Chicago chefs and restaurants supplied food at the event with all of the proceeds benefiting the Chicago Food Depository. Photos courtesy Donna Binbek Photography.]]>
Fifty chefs and restaurants help kick off Restaurant Week.

]]> <![CDATA[Jack in the Box Unveils Bacon-Flavored Milkshake]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Jack-in-the-Box-Unveils-Bacon-Flavored-Milkshake-138924184.html Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:34:40 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/176*120/Bacon+Skillet.jpg
The "technically vegetarian" beverage isn't listed on the menu.

]]> <![CDATA[Presented By:]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=ed004f620417696ae2803d9edab70180&p=4 ed004f620417696ae2803d9edab70180 ]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:34:40 -0600 <![CDATA[Publican Opens Retail Store]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Publican-quality-meats-paul-kahan-138792959.html Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:39:33 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/181*120/raw-meat.jpg
Publican Quality Meats opens doors Feb. 6th.

]]> <![CDATA[Just One Drink: Chef Ryan Poli]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/138640294.html Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:53:16 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Ryan_Poli_Tavernita.jpg
Veteran Chicago chef discusses new Spanish-inspired River North restaurant.

]]> <![CDATA[First Bite: Chicago Restaurant Week]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/First-Bite_-Chicago-Restaurant-Week/138623419 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:36:36 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/178*120/Generic-Dining-Out-4.jpg
Between Feb. 17 and Feb. 26, some 250 Chicago restaurants will offer special prix fixe menus.

]]> <![CDATA[Grand Opening: Tavernita Restaurant]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Grand-Opening-Tavernita-Restaurant-138562224.html Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:51:48 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Tavernita_opening_blub.jpg
Highly-anticipated Spanish-inspired restaurant takes over former Martini Park space in River North.

]]> <![CDATA[How to Create Your Own Product]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/How-to-Create-Your-Own-Product-138479619.html Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:29:11 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/kulfi.jpeg
This week we are taking a behind the scenes look at the preliminary steps of creating your own product and placement in the marketplace. We had the opportunity to meet with Kulfi & Company Co-Founders Abed...

]]> <![CDATA[Evanston's "The Keg" Tapped]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/evanston-the-keg-liquor-license-138361794.html Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:15:46 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/evanston-keg-alcohol-revoke.jpg
Establishment loses liquor license after being cited 19 times this month for underage drinking.

]]> <![CDATA[Melman Brothers Go a Little Bit Country]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Melman-Brothers-Go-a-Little-Bit-Country-138199459.html Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:46:07 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/rj-jerrod-melman.jpg
New country and western spot slated for summer 2012 opening.

]]> <![CDATA[Bite Me: May Street Cafe's Pork Chop]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Bite-Me-Food-That-Looks-Good-Enough-to-Eat-62601667.html Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:34:45 -0600 May Street Cafe's Bone in Pork Chop
What's in it? Pork chop is brined in a Carribean marinade for 24 hours then hand rubbed with our own blend of 5 peppercorn and coarse salt, dried herbs from May Street garden is drizzled with olive oil and grilled to a suggested tempature of medium rare and topped with a melody of roasted pineapple, tomatillo, red pepper salsa and the chop is rested atop our house yucca and chipotle potato mash surrounded by sautéed baby organic carrots, green beans and chayote with shallots.
Executive Chef Mario Santiago says: "Borsa de pero por favor (doggy bag please). There's no way the dog's getting this, it's for me!"
Suggested Pairing: 2008 Alta Vista Premium Malbec
How much is it? $24
May Street Cafe, 1146 W Cermak, 312-421-4442]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/maystreet-porkchop.jpg May Street Cafe's Bone in Pork Chop
What's in it? Pork chop is brined in a Carribean marinade for 24 hours then hand rubbed with our own blend of 5 peppercorn and coarse salt, dried herbs from May Street garden is drizzled with olive oil and grilled to a suggested tempature of medium rare and topped with a melody of roasted pineapple, tomatillo, red pepper salsa and the chop is rested atop our house yucca and chipotle potato mash surrounded by sautéed baby organic carrots, green beans and chayote with shallots.
Executive Chef Mario Santiago says: "Borsa de pero por favor (doggy bag please). There's no way the dog's getting this, it's for me!"
Suggested Pairing: 2008 Alta Vista Premium Malbec
How much is it? $24
May Street Cafe, 1146 W Cermak, 312-421-4442]]>
You should eat something. Here are our favorite dishes from around Chicago.

]]> <![CDATA[Making a Restaurant Collaboration Work]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Making-a-Restaurant-Collaboration-Work/137996488 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:51:14 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/suzy_singh_722x406_2189896417.jpg
Chef Suzy Singh visits Bombay Wraps to explore the keys to a successful collaboration.

]]> <![CDATA[Presented By:]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=7e2e52aa7d399d84c3f7c2a6cae5c5a3&p=4 7e2e52aa7d399d84c3f7c2a6cae5c5a3 ]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:51:14 -0600 <![CDATA[Dishing With LeeAnn]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Dishing-With-LeeAnn/137979953 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:19:01 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/dining-generic-plate-fork.jpg
Food bloggers Ari Bendersky of "Eater Chicago" and Carly Fisher of "The Feast" dish about the Chicago chefs on this season?s Top Chef.

]]> <![CDATA[Michael Jordan Plans New West Loop Restaurant]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Bill-Kim-Teams-Up-With-Michael-Jordan-for-West-Loop-Restaurant-137961983.html Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:37:26 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/World_Festival_bill_kim.jpg
Restaurant to be located in old One Sixtyblue space.

]]> <![CDATA[Starbucks To Serve Liquor in Chicago]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/137915958.html Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:22:49 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/P1070109.jpg
Five to 7 premium locations to open in city by end of 2012.

]]> <![CDATA[5 Chicago Restaurants Make Biggest-Tab List ]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Chicago-Restaurants-Make-Biggest-Tab-List--137880778.html Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:11:07 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/luxury-dining-restaurant-food.jpg
Five of the country's 10 priciest restaurants serve up meals in Chicago

]]> <![CDATA[Chicago Ties NY for Most 5-Diamond Restaurants]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Chicago-Restaurants-Receive-Five-Diamond-Award-137752763.html Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:50:13 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/alineaclosep.jpg
AAA grants four restaurants Five Diamond Award for 2012.

]]> <![CDATA[Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in Chicago]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Top-10-Romantic-Restaurants-Chicago.html Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:33:38 -0600 OpenTable.com released its list of the Top 10 romantic restos in the Chicagoland area. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/romantic-dinner-dance.jpg OpenTable.com released its list of the Top 10 romantic restos in the Chicagoland area. ]]>
These spots are the perfect prelude for good lovin'.

]]> <![CDATA[Just One Drink: Ian Schrager]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/137678053.html Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:54:28 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/ian_schrager.jpg
Legendary entreprenuer discusses a formula for success that will work whether you're in Paris or Madison, Wisconsin.

]]> <![CDATA[Where to Celebrate the Year of the Dragon]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/137591823.html Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:50:44 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/chinese-dragon-new-year.jpg
Chicago restaurants gear up for Chinese New Year.

]]> <![CDATA[How to Collaborate Effectively with Other Chefs]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/How-to-Collaborate-Effectively-with-Other-Chefs-137568323.html Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:43:15 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/182*120/Suzy+Singh+Burger+Pointe+p1.jpg
When it comes to Chicago's food industry, for some reason many of the chefs love collaborating with their colleagues. Whether it's sharing recipes, learning a new technique, or refining their skills, a chef is...

]]> <![CDATA[Presented By:]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=4e24a2a0cdfb525f4b3d0032b35a6c4e&p=4 4e24a2a0cdfb525f4b3d0032b35a6c4e ]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:43:15 -0600 <![CDATA[Grand Opening: Eduardo’s Enoteca Italian Restaurant]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Grand-Opening-Eduardos-Enoteca-gold-coast-italian-restaurant-137508788.html Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:35:10 -0600 Eduardo’s Enoteca (1212 North Dearborn) feel there's always room for one more. The wine bar features Italian cuisine meant to share, such as hand-crafted pizzas, fresh hand-made pastas, salads, appetizers and a list of over 50 boutique wines from small vineyards. The owner and executive chef, Noah Himmel, is is a veteran of Edwardo’s Natural Pizza and is now putting his personal touch on this new spot. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/enoteca_blurb.jpg Eduardo’s Enoteca (1212 North Dearborn) feel there's always room for one more. The wine bar features Italian cuisine meant to share, such as hand-crafted pizzas, fresh hand-made pastas, salads, appetizers and a list of over 50 boutique wines from small vineyards. The owner and executive chef, Noah Himmel, is is a veteran of Edwardo’s Natural Pizza and is now putting his personal touch on this new spot. ]]>
New Italian restaurant hits the Gold Coast.

]]> <![CDATA[Ethiopian in the Palm of Your Hands at Ras Dashen]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Ethiopian-in-the-Palm-of-Your-Hands-at-Ras-Dashen/134135178 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:42:52 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/razdashen_722x406_2168759662.jpg
Maria Sansone visits Ras Dashen in Chicago to get a true Ethiopian experience. She meets up with co-owner Maritu to understand the basics of the cuisine and learns that in this culture, the food is...

]]> <![CDATA[How to Spice up Your Life in the Culinary Industry]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/How-to-Spice-up-Your-Life-in-the-Culinary-Industry-137290758.html Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:30:12 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Suzy+Singh+p2.jpg
Hello World! This is Chef Suzy Singh from Season 2 on MasterChef USA. Starting today I am excited to give you a step-by-step on how to spice up your life in the culinary industry on the Inc.

]]> <![CDATA[Mercadito Meal Deal Includes Coldplay Tickets ]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/137213408.html Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:38:38 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/martin_performs.jpg
Floor seat tickets available to sold-out August concert.

]]> <![CDATA[Junk Foodie: Snacks Go Gourmet]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Junk-Foodie_-Snacks-Go-Gourmet/137122953 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:07:33 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/junkfoodie_722x406_2185951362.jpg
Leeann Trotter dishes with author & food artist Emilie Baltz about her new book "Junk Foodie."

]]> <![CDATA[Alpana Singh Plans Wine Bar/Restaurant]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/137023038.html Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:16:07 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/Blogapalooza_14_alpana.jpg
Master sommelier joins forces with Bistronomic owners.

]]> <![CDATA[Forbes Names RL Top 10 Power Lunch]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/136964268.html Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:58:59 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/rl-restaurant1.jpg
Michigan Avenue restaurant gets props for attracting elite

]]> <![CDATA[Presented By:]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=75629dfce2d40ae3931654d02e6fafa9&p=4 75629dfce2d40ae3931654d02e6fafa9 ]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:58:59 -0600 <![CDATA[Popular New York Winery Targets West Loop ]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/136836618.html Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:51:18 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/cheese+and+wine+generic.jpg
City Winery to open in former food warehouse.

]]> <![CDATA[Melmans Snag Top Mixologist for New Project]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/136755063.html Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:46:00 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/rj-jerrod-melman.jpg
Paul McGee leaving The Whistler to head up new bar.

]]> <![CDATA[Michael Jordan's One Sixtyblue to Close]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Michael-Jordans-One-Sixtyblue-to-Close-136730308.html Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:22:26 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*160/onesixtyblue.jpg
One Sixtyblue will serve its last meal on Saturday.

]]> <![CDATA[Rahm Defends Shortening Taste ]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/ward-room/Mayor-Rahm-Emanuel-Defends-Shortening-Taste-of-Chicago-136698918.html Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:25:38 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/taste_of_chicago_peter_fuch1.jpg
Festival to be held July 11-15 in 2012.

]]> <![CDATA[Wicker Park's Crust Pizza Shuts Down]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/136666223.html Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:56:50 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/crust-pizza.jpg
Owner blames high rent, financial difficulty.

]]> <![CDATA[Inside River North's Highball Lounge ]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Inside-River-Norths-Highball-Lounge--136608893.html Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:17:39 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Highball_lounge_blurb.jpg
Retro classic spot hits the scene.

]]> <![CDATA[Charlie Trotter Closing Shop]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/136501733.html Sun, 01 Jan 2012 10:16:46 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/charlie-trotter_cooking.jpg
Restaurant shutting down August 31.

]]> <![CDATA[Chicago Makes Drunkest Cities List]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Chicago-Makes-Drunkest-Cities-List-136434108.html Fri, 30 Dec 2011 11:43:33 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/drunkest1.jpg
Daily Beast: Average drinks, per person, per month is 12.76.

]]> <![CDATA[Presented By:]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=deb40278d16242a19b2abe9a92c8d029&p=4 deb40278d16242a19b2abe9a92c8d029 ]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 11:43:33 -0600 <![CDATA[Billy Corgan Opening Suburban Tea House]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/136382163.html Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:57:10 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/114811303.jpg
Rocker signs lease for Chinese/French-style space in Highland Park.

]]> <![CDATA[Giuliana Rancic Reveals New Restaurant Name]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Giuliana-Rancic-Reveals-Name-of-New-Restaurant-136064703.html Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:11:39 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Giuliana1.jpg
Italian restaurant in River North set to be up and running next month.

]]> <![CDATA[Do Health-Code Violation's Like Alinea's Really Matter?]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/Do-Health-Code-Violations-Like-Alineas-Really-Matter-135939043.html Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:57:50 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/alineaclosep.jpg
You may or may not have heard some surprising rumors out of the foodie world a few weeks ago, and as it turned out, it's true: Alinea failed a health inspection on Nov. 30. The sci-fi, Michelin-starred...

]]> <![CDATA[Health Department Site Exposes Alinea]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/City-of-Chicago-Health-Departments-Online-List-Exposes-Alinea-135875908.html Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:43:22 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Alinea-Class-Photo+2.jpg
At the end of November a surprising entry showed up on the city's newly launched site: the Michelin-starred Alinea restaurant failed a November 30 inspection.

]]> <![CDATA[Booze You Can Use: Hot Toddy for the Body]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Hot-Toddy-for-the-Body-135696253.html Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:41:24 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/spa_treatment_generic.jpg
NoMi Spa is getting in the spirit with decadent and festive spa treatments, perfect for zapping holiday stress.

]]> <![CDATA[Where to Wine, Dine, Dance This Holiday Season]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/chicago-holiday-wine-dine-dance----135444203.html Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:44:24 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/The+Gold+Coast+All+Stars+led+by+musician+Danny+Chaimson+hit+the+stage+at+a+Chicago+event.jpg
Musician Danny Chaimson shares his favorite spots for wining, dining and listening to music this holiday season.

]]> <![CDATA[What Coffee Shops Work Best as Your Second Office]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/What-Coffee-Shops-Work-Best-as-Your-Second-Office-134831033.html Thu, 01 Dec 2011 22:56:32 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/183*120/uncommonground.jpg
Ever yearn to get out, away from your regular office? Fellow employees can get annoying, and that couch in your home office can get quite alluring. A little change of scenery would do you some good.

]]> <![CDATA[Facebook Friends Share Their Traditional Holiday Recipes]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Facebook-Friends-Share-Their-Traditional-Holiday-Recipes-134801533.html Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:46:23 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/WWFacebookFriends2011.JPG
Many of the NBC Chicago facebook friends jumped at the chance to share some of their favorite and family popular holiday dishes from southern bourbon orange marmalade glazed ham to Puerto Rican pasteles.

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  ]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:46:23 -0600 <![CDATA[PHOTOS: Chef's Hall of Fame 2011]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Priscila-Satkoff-Chicago-Culinary-Museum-Inducts-chefs-hall-of-fame-134418978.html Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:12:48 -0600 Chicago Culinary Museum inducted Priscila Satkoff into the 2011 Chefs Hall of Fame. Satkoff opened Salpicon! in 1995 and has been a pioneer in educating the American public on the true art form of Mexican cuisine. Satkoff is also host of the Food Network show "Melting Pot." Past inductees have included Charlie Trotter, Jimmy Bannos, Rick Bayless, Carrie Nahabedian and Art Smith. Photos courtesy Donna Binbek Photography. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/Chefs_HOF_17.jpg Chicago Culinary Museum inducted Priscila Satkoff into the 2011 Chefs Hall of Fame. Satkoff opened Salpicon! in 1995 and has been a pioneer in educating the American public on the true art form of Mexican cuisine. Satkoff is also host of the Food Network show "Melting Pot." Past inductees have included Charlie Trotter, Jimmy Bannos, Rick Bayless, Carrie Nahabedian and Art Smith. Photos courtesy Donna Binbek Photography. ]]>
Chicago chef received lofty honor.

]]> <![CDATA[PHOTOS: Chicago Food Film Festival ]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Chicago-Food-Film-Festival-134273773.html Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:30:13 -0600 Moshpix: The 2nd annual Chicago Food and Film Festival hit Kendall College over the weekend, a unique event that brings together film buffs and foodies. Most of the events sold out over the weekend, such as the wildly popular Doughnut Vault's brunch and the Great Chicago Shuck 'n Suck. Throughout the weekend, food-related documentaries, features and short films were shown and the goodies featured on film were served. Photos courtesy Donna Binbek Photography. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/Three+guys+with+cornholders.jpg Moshpix: The 2nd annual Chicago Food and Film Festival hit Kendall College over the weekend, a unique event that brings together film buffs and foodies. Most of the events sold out over the weekend, such as the wildly popular Doughnut Vault's brunch and the Great Chicago Shuck 'n Suck. Throughout the weekend, food-related documentaries, features and short films were shown and the goodies featured on film were served. Photos courtesy Donna Binbek Photography. ]]>
Film buffs and foodies unite at 2nd annual festival.

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]]> <![CDATA[Chicago Food Film Fest Returns]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Chicago-Food-and-Film-Fest-Returns-134085623.html Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:09:11 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/211*120/foodfesrt.jpg
The perfect fest for foodies and film buffs is back in town this weekend.

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