Congrats are in Order . . .

A first look at the cover of Grant Achatz's biography, "Life, on the Line: A Chef's Story of Chasing Greatness, Facing Death, and Redefining the Way We Eat."Alinea super chef/owner Grant Achatz has completed his bio, Life, on the Line: A Chef's Story of Chasing Greatness, Facing Death, and Redefining...

September 5th, 2010 | Chicago | Read More

Does ‘Minority Nightlife’ Get a Bad Rap?

Veteran club deejay Vince Adams (a.k.a. DJ VA) writes an open letter to defend Chicago's minority nightlife scene. (Photo: Vince Adams)Vince Adams (a.k.a. DJ VA) has worked Chicago's night spots as well as a number of clubs around the country since the mid-1990s.If you've ever frequented the likes of...

September 2nd, 2010 | Chicago | Read More

One Last Hurrah!

Face it. There wasn't that much to complain about when it came to the weather this summer. Most days were filled with sunshine and spectacular warmth, allowing us to indulge in alfresco drinking and dining anytime we wanted.And though it's a bit gloomy as we go into the homestretch of Labor Day Weekend—the...

September 2nd, 2010 | Chicago | Read More

‘Yelpers’ Review Yet-Opened Grahamwich

Just a couple of days ago, we were giddy because chef Graham Elliot finally unveiled a rendering of his highly anticipated Grahamwich, which is set to open in River North.No actual opening date has been disclosed yet, but mysteriously the restaurant somehow has two "reviews" already on the Yelp site:...

September 1st, 2010 | Chicago | Read More

From Farm to Fab Feasts . . .

The outdoor Green City Market continues through October in Lincoln Park, but you've only got one day to take advantage of the Farmers Market in the Sky on the Terrace at Trump Hotel.Happening 7-11am Thursday, the event is orchestrated by Sixteen Executive Chef Frank Brunacci, who will showcase a number...

August 31st, 2010 | Chicago | Read More