Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/top-stories en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 15:30:24 -0500 Wed, 16 May 2012 15:30:24 -0500 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/spring-awakening-Festival-Announces-Soldier-Field-Stage-151731655.html Wed, 16 May 2012 12:20:19 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/atrak-skrillex-diplo1.jpg
Spring Awakening Festival scheduled for June 16-17th.

Photo Credit: WireImage

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Your-ChicagoGram-instagram-Photos-May-2012-150512075.html Wed, 16 May 2012 11:20:23 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Chicagogram_annie_delBLURB.jpg
A collection of your Instagram photos from around the city tagged #chicagogram.

Photo Credit: annie_del/Instagram

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Chicagos-Best-Patios-of-2012-150978075.html Tue, 15 May 2012 10:20:24 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Patio_patio_generic_BLURB.jpg
Chicago's coolest outdoor spaces for a drink and a bite.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Bite-Me-Food-That-Looks-Good-Enough-to-Eat-62601667.html Wed, 16 May 2012 12:29:51 -0500 I Dream of Falafel's Sweet Potato Falafel Wrap
What's in it? A twist on the traditional falafel -- crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. This falafel is made with slow roasted sweet potatoes, organic chick peas cooked al-dente, combined with a medley of spices that includes cinnamon and brown sugar, served inside a laffa wrap.
How much is it? $6.25
Chef Henry Nuguid says: It was an idea that came to me during a brainstorming session to introduce new unqiue flavors to our restaurant. I have always been fond of complex, unexpected flavors working together in harmony and the falafel is so traditional and unique to Mediterranean cuisine, that changing it up was a quite a challenge. We tested out several recipes with sweet potatoes in the restaurant, and the customers just ate them up (literally!) and always came back for more. That's when I knew I had found the perfect combination and the sweet potato falafel became a staple on our menu.
I Dream of Falafel, 555 W. Monroe, 331 South Franklin, 112 W. Monroe, 312.379.5637 Twitter: @idreamoffalafel. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Bite_Me_Falafel.jpg I Dream of Falafel's Sweet Potato Falafel Wrap
What's in it? A twist on the traditional falafel -- crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. This falafel is made with slow roasted sweet potatoes, organic chick peas cooked al-dente, combined with a medley of spices that includes cinnamon and brown sugar, served inside a laffa wrap.
How much is it? $6.25
Chef Henry Nuguid says: It was an idea that came to me during a brainstorming session to introduce new unqiue flavors to our restaurant. I have always been fond of complex, unexpected flavors working together in harmony and the falafel is so traditional and unique to Mediterranean cuisine, that changing it up was a quite a challenge. We tested out several recipes with sweet potatoes in the restaurant, and the customers just ate them up (literally!) and always came back for more. That's when I knew I had found the perfect combination and the sweet potato falafel became a staple on our menu.
I Dream of Falafel, 555 W. Monroe, 331 South Franklin, 112 W. Monroe, 312.379.5637 Twitter: @idreamoffalafel. ]]>
You should eat something. Here are our favorite dishes from around Chicago.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/fashion/Mens-Book-Chicago-151541825.html Tue, 15 May 2012 12:40:07 -0500 Moshpix: Some of Chicago's most fashionable men were in the penthouse CS magazine's party to celebrate the latest issue of Men's Book. "American Pie" actor and Hinsdale native Chris Klein was in the house to celebrate being featured on the cover. The latest crop of CS magazine’s Men of Style were also honored at the soiree, held at the brand-new Ritz-Carlton Residences. Photos courtesy Onasis Odelmo Photography.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Men%27s_BookBLURB.jpg Moshpix: Some of Chicago's most fashionable men were in the penthouse CS magazine's party to celebrate the latest issue of Men's Book. "American Pie" actor and Hinsdale native Chris Klein was in the house to celebrate being featured on the cover. The latest crop of CS magazine’s Men of Style were also honored at the soiree, held at the brand-new Ritz-Carlton Residences. Photos courtesy Onasis Odelmo Photography.]]>
Some of Chicago's most fashionable men party in the Ritz-Carlton Residences penthouse.

Photo Credit: Onasis Odelmo Photography

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Dishes-Fit-For-A-Foodie-At-NATO--151633135.html Wed, 16 May 2012 00:27:19 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/chefprepping.jpg
Chef Vincent Lai is preparing to serve VIPs from around the world at the 2012 NATO Summit.

Photo Credit: clipart.com

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=c8e8050371d1592028239e4a413a2f0e&p=4 c8e8050371d1592028239e4a413a2f0e ]]> Wed, 16 May 2012 00:27:19 -0500 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/fashion/Hard-Rock-Hair-Flip-151630295.html Tue, 15 May 2012 18:27:36 -0500 Moshpix:Chicago student fashion designers were in the spotlight at the 11th annual Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence competition. More than 450 people attended the swanky event, with proceeds benefiting Columbia College Chicago, Dominican University, The Illinois Institute of Art, The International Academy of Design & Technology and The School of Art Institute of Chicago. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/driehaus-blurb.jpg Moshpix:Chicago student fashion designers were in the spotlight at the 11th annual Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence competition. More than 450 people attended the swanky event, with proceeds benefiting Columbia College Chicago, Dominican University, The Illinois Institute of Art, The International Academy of Design & Technology and The School of Art Institute of Chicago. ]]>
Fashion show benefits Locks of Love.

Photo Credit: Francis Son Photography

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Buzzed-on-Fashion-151056285.html Tue, 15 May 2012 17:45:57 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/Art_fashion-eva_04.jpg
Mark your calendar for a fashionable brunch in Old Town.

Photo Credit: Marcus Riley

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Riot-Fest-Heads-Outdoors-to-Humboldt-Park-151558205.html Tue, 15 May 2012 11:47:46 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Riot-fest_1.jpg
Lineup released for September 14-16th music festival.

Photo Credit: flickr.com/banditob

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/Allium-Chef-Kevin-Hickey-on-Reinventing-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Dining-151115245.html Tue, 15 May 2012 11:53:21 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/197*120/ChefKevinHickey_Allium.jpg
After spending years at the helm of Seasons, the luxury restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel in the Gold Coast, Executive Chef Kevin Hickey took on his greatest culinary

Photo Credit: ©2012 Lara Kastner Photography

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/Grand-Opening-Argent-Restaurant--Raw-Bar-dana-hotel-151404205.html Mon, 14 May 2012 12:39:38 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Toni-Motamen-Julie-Darling-.jpg
All-star culinary team joins forces for restaurant inside Dana Hotel & Spa.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/cheeky-anthem-Sadie-Hawkins-Throwback-Party-151054705.html Fri, 11 May 2012 12:20:10 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/couple-wine-generic.jpg
Girls encouraged to ask the guys to Cheeky Chicago party.

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]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=1ca38d54e3da0d6af397fea40ac2925b&p=4 1ca38d54e3da0d6af397fea40ac2925b ]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 12:20:10 -0500 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Movies-in-the-Park-Schedule-Released-151381565.html Mon, 14 May 2012 11:53:20 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Movies_park_wexnercenter.jpg
176 movies to be shown in 128 city parks June 11 through October 26.

Photo Credit: flickr.com

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Musical-Experience-Leaves-Lasting-Impact-on-Students,-Teachers/151463415 Tue, 15 May 2012 01:31:23 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/chicagosmash.jpg
When the NBC show "Smash" launched in February, the network also launched the "Make a Musical" programming in high schools across the country, including one in Chicago. Students at the University...

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/7-Eleven-to-Introduce-Sugar-Free-Slurpee-151411815.html Mon, 14 May 2012 19:54:44 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/slurpeeEDIT.jpg
No Sugar? In a Slurpee? It's coming to a 7-Eleven near you.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/fashion/The-British-Are-Coming-to-macys-Glamorama--151192605.html Fri, 11 May 2012 17:27:44 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/Glamorama_slawek_12.jpg
Macy's announces British Invasion theme for August fashion extravaganza.

Photo Credit: www.vertigophoto.us

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Juicy-couture-summer-apparel-oak-street----151052415.html Mon, 14 May 2012 11:08:05 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/bikini-car-wash722.jpg
Oak Street store gets you ready for Memorial Day.

Photo Credit: cybershaman/flickr

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/TheWit-Hotel-Unveils-Retractable-ROOF-151150895.html Fri, 11 May 2012 13:45:13 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/thewit-new-roof-blurb1.jpg
New roof means lounge stays open later, year-round.

Photo Credit: Marcus Riley

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Fridays-Lollapalooza-Tickets-Sold-Out-151133905.html Fri, 11 May 2012 11:29:03 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/Lolla_2010_mere_babes_4.jpg
Sunday passes and travel packages remain for Aug. 3-5 music festival.

Photo Credit: Meredith Gregory

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Rahm-Emanuels-Michigan-Avenue-Magazine-Cover-Party-151124965.html Fri, 11 May 2012 10:34:01 -0500 Moshpix: A who's-who of Chicago came out to celebrate Mayor Rahm Emanuel's starring role on the cover of the April/May issue of Michigan Avenue Magazine Wednesday night. Emanuel appeared at the event at Mesirow Financial, along with the magazine's publisher Dan Uslan (pictured), and several other notables. The magazine feature follows Rahm as he takes the L to work and touches on topics such as NATO and how his family structure helped shape who he is today. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Michigan_ave_rahm_03.jpg Moshpix: A who's-who of Chicago came out to celebrate Mayor Rahm Emanuel's starring role on the cover of the April/May issue of Michigan Avenue Magazine Wednesday night. Emanuel appeared at the event at Mesirow Financial, along with the magazine's publisher Dan Uslan (pictured), and several other notables. The magazine feature follows Rahm as he takes the L to work and touches on topics such as NATO and how his family structure helped shape who he is today. ]]>
Party celebrates mayor's Michigan Avenue Magazine cover.

Photo Credit: Chris Shields

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Ryan-Dempster-Foundations-Casino-Night-150953845.html Fri, 11 May 2012 09:42:50 -0500 Foundation raises awareness and funds for DiGeorge Syndrome/VCFS. The "Old Chicago" theme took the stylish crowd back in time for the evening, sponsored by Hendrick’s and Glenfiddich.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/dempster-casino_blurb1.jpg Foundation raises awareness and funds for DiGeorge Syndrome/VCFS. The "Old Chicago" theme took the stylish crowd back in time for the evening, sponsored by Hendrick’s and Glenfiddich.]]>
Third annual event benefits Chicago children's charities.

Photo Credit: Marcus Riley

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Top-Ten-Gadgets-at-the-2012-NRA-Show--150839395.html Wed, 09 May 2012 16:00:47 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/NRA+Show+BLURB.jpg
National Restaurant Association Show hits McCormick Place.

Photo Credit: Chris Shields

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/NATO-Inspired-Dishes-Hit-Chicago-Menus-150815615.html Wed, 09 May 2012 14:07:09 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/GlennsDinerFront.jpg
Themed menu items appeal to your inner rebel.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=29d287835544ceb8d10a97f082b86a3b&p=4 29d287835544ceb8d10a97f082b86a3b ]]> Wed, 09 May 2012 14:07:09 -0500 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Tickets--Now-on-Sale-for-Self-Workout-in-the-Park-150529625.html Fri, 11 May 2012 12:25:13 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/selfmagworkout.jpg
Day of fitness and fun scheduled for Grant Park June 2.

Photo Credit: Courtesy Self Magazine Facebook Page

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Chicago-Foodies_-Slurping-Turtle/150842805 Wed, 09 May 2012 17:18:27 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/slurpingturtle.jpg
Camille Parker discovers Japanese street food on Hubbard Street.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Bacardi--150438895.html Wed, 09 May 2012 01:15:26 -0500 Moshpix: Chicago's cool kids hit The Mid nightclub Friday for Bacardi's "+ Fest" party, a 10-city tour in which the venue is kept top secret until the day of the show. Local favorites MSTRKRFT, Team Bayside High, Wolf Pack, and MattBoyWhite took over the decks as guests tried out the new Bacardi+ flavor, which is a pre-mixed coctail beverage targeted toward men with 8 percent ABV. Photos courtesy Fred King, KingVision Photography. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Bacardi_mid_BLURB.jpg Moshpix: Chicago's cool kids hit The Mid nightclub Friday for Bacardi's "+ Fest" party, a 10-city tour in which the venue is kept top secret until the day of the show. Local favorites MSTRKRFT, Team Bayside High, Wolf Pack, and MattBoyWhite took over the decks as guests tried out the new Bacardi+ flavor, which is a pre-mixed coctail beverage targeted toward men with 8 percent ABV. Photos courtesy Fred King, KingVision Photography. ]]>
Nationwide roll out of new Bacardi flavor reaches Chicago.

Photo Credit: KingVision Photography

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Decades-Trunk-Show-Returns-150531285.html Wed, 09 May 2012 10:45:47 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/decadesphoto.jpg
Space519 hosts Hollywood vintage and modern designer consignment trunk show.

Photo Credit: Decades

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Marilyn-Heads-West-150608715.html Tue, 08 May 2012 12:03:34 -0500 Moshpix: J. Seward Johnson's 40,000-pound, 26-foot statue titled "Forever Marilyn" has been dismantled and is in the process of being removed from Pioneer Court. A crew carefully took the statue apart on Monday night through Tuesday morning using a large crane. "Forever Marilyn" will be heading west to Palm Springs Calif., where Monroe was initially discovered by a Hollywood agent. Click here to watch a video of the process. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Marilyn-Monroe-In-Pieces15BLURB-.jpg Moshpix: J. Seward Johnson's 40,000-pound, 26-foot statue titled "Forever Marilyn" has been dismantled and is in the process of being removed from Pioneer Court. A crew carefully took the statue apart on Monday night through Tuesday morning using a large crane. "Forever Marilyn" will be heading west to Palm Springs Calif., where Monroe was initially discovered by a Hollywood agent. Click here to watch a video of the process. ]]>
Check out what the 40,000-pound, 26-foot statue "Forever Marilyn" looks like in several pieces.

Photo Credit: Chris Shields Photography

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/ISU-Student-Interning-at-Best-Restaurant-in-the-World--150680845.html Mon, 14 May 2012 10:16:14 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/kevin-marquardt.jpg
Kevin Marquardt to spend summer at Noma in Copenhagen, Denmark.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Adler-Provides-Tour-of-the-Universe/150725305 Wed, 09 May 2012 04:06:23 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Earth-from-Space.jpg
Space adventure "Welcome to the Universe" opens May 25 and will run through May 3, 2013 at Chicago's Adler Planetarium.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/150603205.html Tue, 08 May 2012 12:37:40 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/hot+chocolate+mindy+segal.jpg
Mindy Segal, Next restaurant win national awards.

Photo Credit: Carly Fisher

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/West-Town-Restaurant-Offers-Odd-Bits-Menu-150595395.html Tue, 08 May 2012 09:30:04 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Baconfest_2012_26.jpg
Monday nights reserved for marrow and fried pig tongues.

Photo Credit: Marcus Riley

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Chef-Cat-Cora-Goes-�Around-the-World-in-80-Plates�/150608655 Tue, 08 May 2012 14:28:55 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/around-the-world-in-80-plates-twitter-challenge-show.jpg
“Around the World in 80 Plates,” co-hosted by star chefs Cat Cora and Curtis Stone, combines culinary competition with travelogue. Twelve contestants embark on a journey across 10 countries to...

Photo Credit: Bravo

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/fashion/The-Art-of-Fashion-Spring-2012-150435785.html Mon, 07 May 2012 16:03:28 -0500 Moshpix: An NBC Fashion Star, an Oscars Design Challenge winner and a Project Runway finalist were all be in the house Friday for StyleChicago.com's annual spring event. "The Art of Fashion" was held at The Museum of Broadcast Communications, and encompassed two floors of designer shopping and a runway show featuring nine local designers. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Art_fashion-people_18.jpg Moshpix: An NBC Fashion Star, an Oscars Design Challenge winner and a Project Runway finalist were all be in the house Friday for StyleChicago.com's annual spring event. "The Art of Fashion" was held at The Museum of Broadcast Communications, and encompassed two floors of designer shopping and a runway show featuring nine local designers. ]]>
Designer shopping, runway show held at Museum of Broadcast Communications.

Photo Credit: Marcus Riley

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=616e456dcf65beb30a93e821644998a9&p=4 616e456dcf65beb30a93e821644998a9 ]]> Mon, 07 May 2012 16:03:28 -0500 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/150426495.html Mon, 07 May 2012 09:25:20 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/hugh+hefner+moving.JPG
Chicago History Museum adds new item to "Unexpected Chicago" exhibit.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/Oprah-Network-Losses-Report-150449685.html Mon, 07 May 2012 12:05:48 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/oprahthumb.jpg
Will the Oprah Winfrey Network hold on for the rest of the year?

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/150084915.html Fri, 04 May 2012 15:56:15 -0500 Moshpix: The ultimate in upscale champagne, Dom Perignon, has launched a twist on its traditional flavor, rolling out the Luminous Rose Vintage 2000 nationwide and to select nightclubs and special events in Chicago. It's made with Pinot Noir grapes, but not pink like a traditional rose, but rather amber and copper. An invite-only crowd came out to Studio Paris this week to get a taste of the new concoction. If you want to try it for yourself, it'll cost you -- Studio Paris sells 750ml bottles for $1200 and a 1.5L (magnum) for $2,900. Photos courtesy Onasis Odelmo Photography. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Dom-Perignon-Rose-BLURB.jpg Moshpix: The ultimate in upscale champagne, Dom Perignon, has launched a twist on its traditional flavor, rolling out the Luminous Rose Vintage 2000 nationwide and to select nightclubs and special events in Chicago. It's made with Pinot Noir grapes, but not pink like a traditional rose, but rather amber and copper. An invite-only crowd came out to Studio Paris this week to get a taste of the new concoction. If you want to try it for yourself, it'll cost you -- Studio Paris sells 750ml bottles for $1200 and a 1.5L (magnum) for $2,900. Photos courtesy Onasis Odelmo Photography. ]]>
Luminous Rose Vintage 2000 rolls out to Chicago clubs, special events.

Photo Credit: Onasis Odelmo Photography

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/real-estate/ludin-chicago-river-museum-bridgehouse-150237465.html Fri, 04 May 2012 21:34:27 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/2012-05-04_10-26-51_813.jpg
Travel writer and former TV producer is the winner of a contest sponsored by the Friends of the Chicago River as part of its 20th Anniversary celebration.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Hats_Off_Daring_Derby_Fashions.html Sun, 06 May 2012 02:03:12 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/KY-Hats-P14.jpg
A day at the Derby isn't complete without a mint julep and tip of the hat.

Photo Credit: AP

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/150017145.html Fri, 04 May 2012 16:18:12 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/chief_keef.jpg
Chicago's Chief Keef appears on G.O.O.D. music track.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Nate-Burkus-Signs-With-Target-150165095.html Fri, 04 May 2012 09:52:25 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/berkus-final.jpg
Home collection scheduled to debut in October.

Photo Credit: The Nate Berkus Show

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Cochon-555-four-seasons-150070575.html Fri, 04 May 2012 09:48:38 -0500 Moshpix: Need more proof that the pig is as popular as ever? Pork aficiandos took over the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago to watch five chefs prepare a nose-to-tail menu using heritage breed pigs. The chefs included Carlos Gaytan of Mexique, Danny Grant of RIA and Balsan, Stephanie Izard of Girl and the Goat and Mike Sheerin of Three Floyds, but the big winner was Jason Vincent of Nightwood. Cochon 555 is a national event series that serves to bring attention to heritage breed pigs, which are typically raised on smaller family-run farms. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/cochon-555-fblurb55.jpg Moshpix: Need more proof that the pig is as popular as ever? Pork aficiandos took over the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago to watch five chefs prepare a nose-to-tail menu using heritage breed pigs. The chefs included Carlos Gaytan of Mexique, Danny Grant of RIA and Balsan, Stephanie Izard of Girl and the Goat and Mike Sheerin of Three Floyds, but the big winner was Jason Vincent of Nightwood. Cochon 555 is a national event series that serves to bring attention to heritage breed pigs, which are typically raised on smaller family-run farms. ]]>
Local chefs break out their best pork recipes in annual competition.

Photo Credit: Donna Binbek

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Grand-Opening-van-cleef-arpels-150242395.html Fri, 04 May 2012 18:09:20 -0500 The House of Van Cleef & Arpels, celebrated the official reopening of its Chicago boutique with a party at its new boutique at 933 N. Michigan Ave. More than 100 of the city's chicest residents came out to mingle with the likes of Nicolas Bos, Van Cleef & Arpels' CEO and worldwide creative director. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/168*120/cleef_10.jpg The House of Van Cleef & Arpels, celebrated the official reopening of its Chicago boutique with a party at its new boutique at 933 N. Michigan Ave. More than 100 of the city's chicest residents came out to mingle with the likes of Nicolas Bos, Van Cleef & Arpels' CEO and worldwide creative director. ]]>
High-end jeweler shows off new Michigan Avenue digs.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/True-Hip-Hop-Author-Coming-to-Chicago-mike-schreiber-silver-room-150063825.html Thu, 03 May 2012 15:06:15 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/mike-schreiber-mia.jpg
Mike Schreiber appears at Silver Room Saturday.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/events/Kentucky-Derby-Guide-2012-150052745.html Fri, 04 May 2012 19:27:53 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/kentucky-derby-guide.jpg
All the facts and fun of America's most famous horse race, the Kentucky Derby.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/fashion/Driehaus-Design-Initiative-annual-fashion-competition-150035085.html Thu, 03 May 2012 13:55:41 -0500 Moshpix:Chicago student fashion designers were in the spotlight at the 11th annual Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence competition. More than 450 people attended the swanky event, with proceeds benefiting Columbia College Chicago, Dominican University, The Illinois Institute of Art, The International Academy of Design & Technology and The School of Art Institute of Chicago. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/driehaus-blurb.jpg Moshpix:Chicago student fashion designers were in the spotlight at the 11th annual Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence competition. More than 450 people attended the swanky event, with proceeds benefiting Columbia College Chicago, Dominican University, The Illinois Institute of Art, The International Academy of Design & Technology and The School of Art Institute of Chicago. ]]>
Student fashion takes over the runway in annual fashion show.

Photo Credit: Francis Son Photography

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Gary-Sinise-Is-Rockin-Out-For-The-Troops/150088355 Thu, 03 May 2012 17:59:07 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/GarySiniseandTheLtDanBand_722x406_2230540373.jpg
Gary Sinise and The Lt. Dan Band helps out Operation Support Our Troops by playing the Rockin' For The Troops summer concert.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/food-drink/Ice-Cream-Pop-Up-Shop-David-burkes-primehouse-150183505.html Fri, 04 May 2012 11:41:50 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/179*120/Ice+Cream+Trio+Rosa+Mexicano.JPG
David Burke's Primehouse to offer sweet treats every Friday this summer.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=08680410990a09463c2a96f5493a5216&p=4 08680410990a09463c2a96f5493a5216 ]]> Fri, 04 May 2012 11:41:50 -0500