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The Butcher and the Burger-Chicago Butchering Class

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Recently, I was given an opportunity to attend a complimentary class at the Butcher and the Burger. Our subject, an Ossabaw Hog. The hog was from a local farm that the Chef and his partner frequently work with and know well. According the Chef Allen Sternweiler and partner Josh Woodward, who led the class, all... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
Friday at 11:45 am
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RPM Italian

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As I stepped into RPM Italian for my 8:30pm reservation last Monday, I didn’t expect the dining room to be packed, but it was. Since RPM Italian opened earlier than expected in late February it’s been nearly impossible to get a reservation, and even more impossible to show up unannounced and expect to be seated... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
April 27, 2012 at 2:56 pm
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Chicago Food Planet Food Tours

Chicago Food Planet Food Tours
I’ve been waiting to write about this delightful experience until it got a little bit closer to spring so foodie fans would be able to eat their way through several Chicago neighborhoods while enjoying the weather and not freezing their butts off! Near the end of November, Chicago Food Planet Food Tours kindly invited me... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
April 19, 2012 at 3:23 pm
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Mega Millions 3/29/12

Mega Millions 3/29/12
Here’s an upfront: this post has nothing to do with food. But considering the whole lottery craze that is going on right now in the U.S. I thought making a post about it would be relevant. I know that I’m not going to win, the odds are not in my favor, but it’s still fun... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
March 30, 2012 at 2:00 pm
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Shamrock Shake Giveaway for St. Patrick's Day!

Shamrock Shake Giveaway for St. Patrick's Day!
As most of you know each year I do a post on Shamrock Shakes for St. Patrick’s Day! And this year the perks are even better! I’m giving away 10 coupons for FREE shamrock shakes! These delicious green treats aren’t around for very long so I want to be sure everyone receives their coupon quickly... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
March 14, 2012 at 4:20 pm
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Nellcôte Chicago

Nellcôte Chicago
Nellcôte is not just another upscale restaurant along the Randolph Street Corridor in the West Loop, it’s a trip to the past and into the future. Tuesday, I had the chance to experience it for myself at their exclusive “Evening in Exile” tasting party. To say that the food was exquisite would be an understatement... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
March 2, 2012 at 9:34 am
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Big Fork Bacon Sausage

Big Fork Bacon Sausage
This simple recipe could not be easier (and tastier) for an easy weeknight meal or to impress your lover with your knowledge of bacon. All you need are five ingredients: Big Fork Bacon Sausage, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, mayonnaise, and your favorite kind of toast. Big Fork Bacon Sausage is absolutely delicious and can be... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
February 25, 2012 at 11:07 am
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Chicago Restaurant Week Has Begun!

Chicago Restaurant Week Has Begun!
Two weeks before Chicago Restaurant Week began, I had the chance to go to Chicago Restaurant Week’s First Bites tasting event at the Great Hall in Union Station. Restaurant Week this year is taking place at 230+ restaurants in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. The First Bites event gave me the chance to sample more... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
February 20, 2012 at 10:54 am
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Twisted Butter

Twisted Butter
If Paula Deen is the Queen of butter, than I am the Princess. Ok, maybe I don’t add to butter to every dish I make, but that doesn’t mean I love it any less. About a month ago I received an email from a publicist representing a new company called Twisted Butter. One of the... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
January 29, 2012 at 4:07 pm
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Bombay Wraps

Bombay Wraps
Back in December before all of the holiday madness began, I had the chance to celebrate Bombay Wraps one-year anniversary by trying some of their most popular menu items. One of my good blogger friends and a successful PR girl as well enticed me with a free lunch afternoon and I couldn’t resist. I really... Read more »
By Stephanie Callahan,
January 11, 2012 at 12:00 pm
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