Stephen Hamilton: Food photographer extraordinaire Stephen Hamilton is truly gifted when it comes to capturing the essence of edibles. Working in his natural light-filled West Loop studio, Stephen is insistent on using only real food when snapping photos. His love food and interest in the culinary arts can also be seen in his blog “The Restaurant Project” in which he asses dishes from Chicago’s best restaurants by both taste and aesthetics. Hamilton’s photographic work has been featured in high-profile projects such as Art Smith’s Back to the Family cookbook, and throughout the chef’s residence on the hit Bravo television show Top Chef. Hamilton’s ‘foodie status’ was recently raised when he was asked to be a guest judge on the upcoming season of Top Chef Masters airing in April. For more information, visit www.stephenhamilton.com.

Bridget Albert: Known for straightforward recipes, bright flavors and innovative use of fresh ingredients, renowned mixologist Bridget Albert designs cocktails for the top restaurants, bars, hotels and lounges in the state of Illinois. Among her high profile projects include the recent design and execution of the cocktail program for the new Trump International Towers in Chicago. After studying under master mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim, Albert went on to become the Illinois chapter Chariman of the United States Bartenders Guild, a master mixologist at Southern Wine and Spirits of Illinois and Director of the Academy of Spirits and Fine Service. Bridget is author of the book Market Fresh Mixology, which was released in 2006. For more information, visit here.

Sara Vivenzio: Former professional cheese monger and founder & Director of The Cheese School of San Francisco, Sara Vivenzio is considered a renowned expert on domestic and artesian cheeses. After working as the primary cheese buyer for San Francisco’s leading specialty cheese retailer, Cheese Plus, Vivenzio opened The Cheese School of San Francisco in 2006 with the mission of helping people maximize their enjoyment and appreciation of cheese through structured education and informal tasting events. The Cheese School of San Francisco is the nation’s only independent institution of its kind and offers curricula for students of all types ranging from regular food enthusiasts to food service and culinary professionals. Vivenzio has built a staff of experts in all things cheese including the science behind cheese and wine pairings, procurement and categorization and classification of cheeses from around the world. For more information, visit here.

Pamela Fitzpatrick: She’s been called an “Old World Bread Goddess” but Pamela Fitzpatrick didn’t start her career in the food industry. After years in the world of corporate advertising, Pamela decided to try her hand at something else – bread making. Her first foray into the culinary world was a 5-year gig at La Brea Bakery in Los Angeles where she worked on perfecting her craft of bread making. It was a call from famed restaurateur Rich Melman that persuaded Fitzpatrick to move to Chicago to help Melman expand his Corner Bakery franchise. Fitzpatrick quickly made a name for herself and was one of the first people hired at Fox & Obel Food Market in 2000. For the past 10 years, Fitzpatrick has been in charge of the bakery at Fox & Obel in addition to creating specialty and gourmet breads for restaurants like Everst, Brasserie Jo and Jimmy Bannos’ The Purple Pig. For more information, visit here.

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“The Big Easy“

Thursday, February 18th
4:30pm to 6:30pm

About The Big Easy:
Located in the heart of Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood, The Big Easy offers a menu filled with authentic Cajun, Creole and Southern BBQ flavors. Inspired by the culture of New Orleans, The Big Easy is the perfect atmosphere for guests to indulge in great Southern cuisine while enjoying the sounds of jazz, blues and boogie.  From fresh fried green tomatoes drizzled with a creamy remoulade to a new twist on jambalaya that combines sweet shrimp, spicy sausage and a plethora of vegetables in a crisp, crunchy chicken breast, The Big Easy has something for everyone.  The Big Easy also boasts a first-class bakery as well as a full service bar that serves up local micro-brews.  This number one stop for fresh, homemade southern cooking and baking is located at 55th & Hyde Park Blvd.

The Big Easy
55th and Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago, IL
(773) 330-0440

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After you hit send, Panera will text you back with freebie offers on different days throughout the promotion. Just bring your phone to the person handling the register, show the message and — voila!
And, as you know – there are five locations right in the loop – and more 80 locations across Chicaogland. For more information on the cafe locations, visit: www.panerabread.com
Here’s a sneak peek at some of the deals -
+ Warm up with our Low-Fat Veggie Pesto Soup and receive a sour dough bread bowl on us.
+ No Valentine, No worries – stop by Panera to receive your complimentary Valentine’s Day cookie.

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The difficult decision for guests lies in choosing just one selection from each course.

Appetizer:
Flight of Oysters
-Cocktail, iced verjus mignonette, passion fruit gelee
Mache Salad
-Raspberries, fromage blanc, marcona almond cake, red onion jam, candied coriander

Entrée:
Steak and Lobster | $50
-Sauce bordelaise, bone-marrow mousse, drawn butter
Tasmanian Ocean Trout | $45
-Oyster crust, horseradish, beauty heart radish, candy striped beets
Braised Lamb Shank | $48
-Chickpea ragout, baby fennel, carrots, turnips

Dessert:
Dark Chocolate Soufflé Cake
-Black cherry ice cream, orange dust tuile cookie
Espresso-Mascarpone French Toast
-Gooseberry kumquat jam, vanilla sabayon

In addition to the meal, Sam and Harry’s has coordinated with the nearby Renaissance Hotel in creating a post-dinner package. After your meal off the Valentine’s Day menu, enjoy a room for two for the evening, complete with four long-stemmed chocolate-covered strawberries and a half-bottle of Ellysian Dessert Wine. The package is available for $249 plus tax.

To make reservations visit:

Sam and Harry’s
1551 Thoreau Drive North
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 303-4050
www.samandharrys.com

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Truffle Truffle’s Aphrodisiac Truffles include flavors to stimulate the senses of mango ginger, double dark chocolate, raspberry mint and chili. Founder, Nicole Greene explains the vision behind her aphrodisiac line, “I wanted to play with flavors that combined both the sweet and savory side of the kitchen and also have a history of being associated with beauty, love and arousal for a fun take on the standard sweets for Valentine’s Day.”

In addition to unique truffles, truffle truffle’s Aphrodisiac Caramels include tantalizing flavors inspired by ingredients used throughout history in rituals of love and seduction such as bananas foster, pear anise, amaretto peach and vanilla saffron. Or for a personal touch, try a jar of housemade Marshmallow Hearts with natural ingredients of passion fruit, coffee or raspberry enrobed in rich white, milk and dark chocolate respectively.

To see truffle truffle’s complete Valentine’s Day Collections and selections, please visit http://www.truffletruffle.com/valentines.php.

For places to get Truffle Truffles around town:

Southport Grocery & Café, 3552 N Southport, Chicago, IL 60657
http://www.southportgrocery.com

Olivia’s Market, 2014 W Wabansia, Chicago, IL 60647
http://www.oliviasmarket.com

W Grocer, 2060 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
http://www.wgrocer.com

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The Hitachino Next Espresso Stout combines the rich and bitterness of espresso with robust flavor of stout beer. This beer compliments many of the hibachi items that are served on the menu. Menu items like: steak, swordfish and scallops blend wonderfully with the rich flavors of the beer.

Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar: Located in Strongsville, OH and now in Naperville, IL, Shinto means “The Way of the Gods”. At Shinto you will receive an entertaining Hibachi experience that features USDA choice steaks, South African Lobsters and the freshest seafood; award-winning sushi with daily specials and original creations; innovative cocktails and martinis and an eclectic wine list showcasing unique wines from around the world.

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To demonstrate the plight of their fellow Chicagoans, Keefer’s Restaurant along with The Ungar Group, created a new commercial showing various scenes of winter, and the ways that it impacts Chicago residents. See it here: The Joy of Winter.

“No matter how stoic we may be in coping with it, we all know how tough January and February in Chicago can be,” said Tom Ungar, Creative Director at The Ungar Group. “Our idea of using the music ’In the Good Old Summertime’ was to make this challenging time of year a little easier to take.”

Chicago’s famous steakhouse is offering a $50.00 giftcard and chance to win a special Chef’s Dinner with Wine to warm the body as well as the soul with it’s new commercials.

“We hope our $50.00 gift card will entice our guests to venture out and join us,” said Glenn Keefer, who owns Keefer’s Restaurant with his brother, Rich.

“The Joy of Winter” commercials are airing in January on CNN, CNBC. ESPN, MSNBC, FOX NEWS, TBS, TNT, and other cable networks. There are two versions of “The Joy of Winter” commercial; one features the $50.00 Gift Card, the other version includes the Chef’s Dinner Sweepstakes as well. For more information about the commercials and all things Keefer’s, visit www.keefersrestaurant.com.

Keefer’s Restaurant

20 West Kinzie Street
Chicago, IL 60654-6392
(312) 467-9525

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Roses are great – until you find out she’s allergic to pollen. Chocolates are classic – until you remember she’s vegan (there goes $30). Lingerie is romantic – until you accidentally buy one size to small and she spends the rest of the night in tears. Why stick with the same old Valentines Day routine when you know it’s bound to fail? This February 14th, take a hint from our list of unconventional date ideas for a night you won’t soon forget.

Looking for Dinner with a Kick?
If you’re sick of the overpriced (and boring) candle-lit dinner for two, give hibachi a try! At Shinto Japanese Steakhouse in Naperville, you and yours can enjoy unique cocktails and freshly flown-in sushi in addition to their signature hibachi. Shinto also features a variety of delicious bubbly. A bonus? Their environmentally-friendly, smokeless Hibachi grills allow you to enjoy the experience and leave without smelling like your dinner. Visit www.shintoexperience.com for more information.

Looking for a Laugh?
If you and your mate love nothing more than a good laugh, give musical sketch comedy a try this Valentines Day with Chicago’s own Cupid Players. Take your date to see the acclaimed show, “Cupid Has a Heart On: A Musical Guide to Relationships,” a 75-minute review of comedy sketches and song. The Cupid Players perform at the IO Theatre (formerly ImprovOlympic), located at 3541 N. Clark Street. Tickets can be purchased by calling (773) 880.0199. More information available at www.cupidplayers.com.

Looking for Something Morbid?
For lovebirds with an interest in the macabre side of 2/14, head over to Tommy Guns Garage 1920’s themed dinner theater for an authentic reenactment of the St. Valentines Day Massacre. A word of warning- there’s nothing romantic about this bloody Valentines homage. Tommy Guns Garage is located at 2114 South Wabash. Tickets range from $65-75 (the price includes dinner) and can be purchased at www.tommygunsgarage.com.

Looking for a Weekend Away?
If some time away is all you need, try a weekend getaway at the couples-focused Sybaris Pool Suites. With various locations in the Chicagoland area, the whirlpool and swimming pool suites at Sybaris allow you and your partner to enjoy a relaxing, romantic night away- no suit required. Visit www.sybaris.com for rates and booking information.

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In the midst of a chilly Chicago January, settle down with a hearty surf and turf meal that won’t break the bank. From now until Thursday, January 21, Sam & Harry’s Steakhouse is offering a Steak & Bleu Cheese Salad plus a cup of their delicious Lobster Bisque for only $10 – half-off the regular price. Patrons looking to take advantage of the offer must mention “deal of the day” to their server prior to ordering.

Located in the Northwest suburb of Schaumburg, Sam & Harry’s is a world-class steakhouse which prides itself on its superior selection of natural cuts of beef, in addition to fresh seafood and an extensive wine collection. It offers all the sophistication of an upscale urban steakhouse in the comfort and quiet of the suburbs.

Sam & Harry’s is located at 1551 North Thoreau Drive in Schaumburg, IL, and can be reached at (847) 303-4050. Visit them online at www.samandharrys.com.

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What makes a burger the best of the year? What makes it Oscar-worthy? How about taking an all beef patty and putting Swiss, provolone, and cheddar cheeses, sautéed onions and mushrooms, avocado slices, bacon and Patty sauce? That is what makes up Patty Burger’s The Oscar.

Enjoy The Oscar before the Oscar’s premiere on March 7 on ABC at 7 p.m. At $7.75 for a single and $9.75 for a Double or Chicken version, this is the most expensive burger offered at Patty Burger.
By using the freshest ingredients, and with fourteen additional burgers, Patty Burger has all that you need to make sure this year’s Oscars are enjoyable and delectable.
Patty Burger is located at 72 East Adams in the heart of downtown Chicago. For more information please contact me.

About Patty Burger:
Gregg Majewski, owner and creator of Patty Burger, was the driving force behind the success of Jimmy John’s early in the company’s development. Gregg took his comprehensive experience in the food and beverage industry and opened Patty Burger in 2007. Patty Burger’s approach to creating one of the country’s best burgers is simple: Keep it fresh. You’ll find this mantra manifested in everything they do at the restaurant. From the freshly packed 100% beef patties and hand-cut fries to the fresh produce used to dress their burgers, the meticulous care put into Patty Burger always results in natural and delicious food. This attention to detail has not gone unnoticed. Although Patty Burger is a relatively new concept, it has garnered accolades from many of the city’s most trusted sources like Metromix and Time Out for having the best burger in Chicago. With one location in Chicago (72 E. Adams – 312.987.0900) and the other in Milwaukee (1952 N. Farewell – 414.271.3800), Patty Burger is quickly becoming a true food icon. For more information please visit www.pattyburger.com

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Executive Chef Jaysen creates masterful specials every Thursday and Saturday that are far beyond what you would expect at a Southern-style comfort food restaurant. With specials such as Duck Confit Shepherd’s Pie (my favorite) or the Elvis Burger (attached above, I have a larger res photo if needed) with house made pimento cheese dripping over a 1/2 pound angus burger with onion rings, applewood bacon, lettuce and tomato — they sell out of them almost every time.

I invite you to try for yourself the surprisingly amazing food served everyday at Stanley’s Kitchen and Tap.

Stanley’s Kitchen and Tap
1970 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: 312/642-0007
Fax: 312/642-0008

http://www.stanleyskitchenandtap.com
@StanleysChicago

Monday
Monday Night Football with an unbeatable $5 Build-Your-Own Burger Bar –– ½ Angus beef, turkey or chicken breast. It includes fries, a fried dill pickle, all-you-can-eat Caesar salad and tomato basil soup, and enough burger toppings to entertain the taste buds of even the most adventurous eater. $5 vodka lemonades and spiked milkshakes.

Tuesday
$3 drafts, $6 Texas Tea, $5 Jack, Jameson, Jose and Jim all night and Honky Tonk Bingo from 6-11 p.m. with famed bingo callers and prizes, as well as lots of food specials including fried chocolate chip cookies and frito pie.

Wednesday
$6.95 All You Can Eat pizza, pasta, minestrone soup and Caesar salad or $14.95 All You Can Eat and Drink Bud Light draft, red and white wine. There is also a deejay playing later on. Kids Eat Free!

Thursday
$3 draft beers and is one of the best nights to try Chef Jaysen’s daily specials while watching a hockey game with a free bowl of Cheli’s Chili.

Friday
All Stoli cocktails are $5 and Fish Fry Fridays with all-you-can-eat-catfish, fish and chips, and popcorn shrimp.

Saturday
Brunch Buffet and Bloody Mary Bar 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Chef Jaysen’s choice for dinner and a Deejay at night.

Sunday
Brunch Buffet and Bloody Mary Bar 10 a.m.-4 p.m., roasted turkey dinner $8.95 with stuffing, peas & carrots, and mashed potatoes, and famous Live-Band Karaoke from 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m.

Few quotes we found about Stanley’s… mmhmmmm

“Staying true to the neighborhood bar formula, Stanley’s has built its longstanding reputation on providing a comfortable atmosphere and good food for its loyal patrons,” said Arthur Frommer, The New York Times.

“The food is good; the service always friendly. Stanley’s is the only place I feel at home,” said Cornelius Lee, a Stanley’s regular. “There is a reason I have been coming here for the past 15 years.”

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Still looking for that New Year’s resolution? Why not vow to try all things new and in Chicago there is no better place to start then the ever evolving nightlife scene. From swanky hotel hotspots to dark wooden bars, the top 10 newcomers of last year’s bar scene are not to be missed in 2010.

1. Bar Novo –With a large selection of inventive hand-crafted cocktails and small plate menu items from the interactive chef station in the middle of the bar, Bar Novo is the perfect Downtown location to chill on the communal couches or belly up to the 32 seat bar.

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www.barnovo.com
1 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 372-7200

2. Cuvee – Get your champagne fix at Chicago’s newest bubbly bar. This River-West hotspot offers a swanky club atmosphere and serves up delicious champagne cocktails, giving you reason to pop bottles every night of the week.

http://www.cuveechicago.com/ (Awesome animated intro on their website! )

308 WEST ERIE – BACK ALLEY ENTRANCE

3. Roof at the WIT – With amazing city views and a DJ spinning the beats, this new high-rise hotspot has Chicagoans looking forward to warm weather more than ever before.

201 North State Street,Chicago, IL‎ – (312) 239-9501‎

4. The Red Canary – A sexy 1920’s vibe lends itself the River West watering whole that offers gourmet cocktails and small dishes that incorporate everything from southern style grits to sushi.

695 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL‎ – (312) 846-1475‎

5. Rootstock Wine and Beer Bar – This quaint Humboldt Park haunt features local artwork and a long list if artesian beers and wines.

954 North California Avenue, Chicago, IL‎ – (773) 292-1616‎

6. Big Star – Wicker Park’s newest bar serves up trendy tex-mex one taco at a time. Featuring lesser known libations, Big Star is a great time if you are looking for something a little south of the border.

1531 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL‎ – (773) 252-7767‎

7. Bernard’s Bar – Located in the Elysian Hotel, this cozy second floor den turned bar is the perfect spot for a beer and delicious bites.

11 East Walton Street, Chicago, IL‎ – (312) 646-1300‎

8. Old Town Social – An antique parlor feel complete with a dark wood bar, makes this Old Town hangout feel a little more sophisticated than the average watering hole.

455 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL‎ – (312) 266-2277‎

9. Sweetwater – An instant Michigan Avenue favorite that boasts over 50 craft beers and a sleek atmosphere perfect for a casual lunch or after work drink.

225 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL‎ – (312) 698-7111‎

10. New Line – A former powerhouse, New Line Tavern offers a truly unique atmosphere for that after work cocktail. Staple bar dishes done right and well priced drinks make, New Line Tavern an instant favorite.

201 North Clinton Street, Chicago, IL‎ – (312) 212-5463‎

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Here is an example of one of the versatility of vanilla. Vanilla balances, mellows and provides depth to even the simplest of dishes. “One of my favorite touches for a special treat is to add a splash of vanilla to pancakes, waffles or French toast. It adds a rich flavor without any extra time or effort,” says Gale. When it comes to red food coloring, Gale’s go-to-garnish during the holidays is a red tinted sugar. ” I love to edge cupcakes and rim festive martinis with red sugar and it’s easy for kids to help make. Simply pour granulated sugar in a baggie, add a few drops of red food coloring, then zip the bag ans shake,” says Gale.

Be sure to visit http://www.mccormick.com/ Thursday, December 3, 2009 at 12:00 p.m Central Time to join

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(Serves 1-2 people)

Ingredients:
1 Lone Wolf Sausage (sliced)
1/3 cup mozzarella cheese
Small White onion
2 Large flour tortillas

Directions:

1. First, saute the onions in a large pan until slightly crisp.
2. Chop the sausage in 1/4-1/2 ” pieces and throw them in a frying pan until the outside is slightly firm.
3. After cooking the sausage, rinse out your pan and dry with paper towel. This keeps you from using multiple pans.
4. Spray a thin layer of cooking spray to keep the tortilla from sticking, then place the tortilla flat on the pan.
5. Sprinkle a layer of cheese covering the tortilla.
6. Place desired amount of sausage on top of the cheese.
7. Place a 2nd tortilla over the sausage & cheese mixture.
8. Flip the tortilla and cook the other side until a golden brown.

Slice, serve, and enjoy!

http://www.lonewolfwurstmeats.com

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First, go to http://www.twitter.com/urbaconmecrazy and follow @UrBaconMeCrazy. This will give you the opportunity to receive random tweets throughout the day telling you clues to win. Some tweets may even ask you to come back to the Chicago Food Blog asking for a certain things that only you as a Chicago Food Blog reader may know! Good Luck! I hope that one of you awesome readers is a winner!

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If you are like me you LOVE good sushi. Check out these seasonal specials at Shintos in Naperville.

Stay in the Halloween spirit by enjoying succulent sushi and delicious drinks with spooktacular themes. Shinto Japanese Steakhouse has some great menu items that fit perfectly into the Halloween theme. Some your ghostly goods include:

Black Widow Roll
Soft shell crab, shrimp tempura, cucumber, asparagus, avocado and cream cheese, topped with a web of spicy eel sauce and Japanese wasabi mayo

Captain Jack Roll
Salmon, avocado and cucumber, topped with salmon and chopped mango and jalapeno

Scorpion Roll
Shrimp tempura and eel with a sweet and spicy sauce

Wicked Wasabi Cocktail
Ketel One Vodka, shaken until icy, splash of olive juice, garnished with Shinto’s wasabi stuffed olives

Shinto Japanese Steak House
www.shintoexperience.com

1778 N Aurora Rd
Naperville, IL 60563-4320
(630) 637-8899

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Enjoy the luxury and sophistication of a world class restaurant without the five star prices. Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort’s Shiraz On The Water is offering a menu that features half off select wines and appetizers.  While the economy is still volatile and turbulent, Shiraz on the Water has given everyone the chance to indulge, even if it’s just for an evening. This great promotion is every Sunday- Wednesday from 5 p.m.  to 10 p.m. Guests can choose from these select bottles of wine and appetizers:

·          Leonard Kreusch Riesling
·          Hogue Fume Blanc
·          Canyon Road Chardonnay
·          Canyon Road Merlot
·          Cline Zinfandel
·          Naoussa Boutari
·          Shrimp Shiraz- Jumbo poached shrimp, avocado, tiger sauce, tamarind, balsamic glaze
·          Shiitake Crab Cakes- Jumbo lump crab, organic citrus aioli, micro greens
·          Grilled Flatbread- Mediterranean ragout, Quattro formaggio, roasted peppers, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives
·          King Crab Roll- California style roll, king crabmeat center, avocado, cucumber, wasabi, pickled ginger, shuyu spicy toasted sesame sauce
·          Lobster Corn Dog- Skewered cold water lobster tail, corn batter fried, grain mustard crème fraiche
·          Caprese Crostini- Garlic butter foccacia, buffalo mozzarella, roma tomato, parmesan cheese, basil, olive oil, balsamic reduction
·          Steak Sticks- Asian marinade, pickled cabbage slaw, wasabi cream

Shiraz on the Water is located in the Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort. 250 W. Schick Rd, Bloomingdale. IL.

http://www.shirazonthewater.com

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With inspirations from Between’s consulting chef, Jose Victorio, Peruvian background, both dishes are packed with bright, beautiful flavors to bring out the best in shrimp. The Sweet Potato Wrapped Shrimp take a concept similar to Coconut Shrimp to a whole new level. The sweet crustaceans are wrapped in shredded sweet potatoes then fried for an exceptional crunchy, succulent taste. The shrimp are then served with a passion fruit reduction and balsamic micro greens.

Between’s Spicy Shrimp Soup is a classic Peruvian dish from Chef Victorio that exposes guests to the traditional ingredients of Peruvian cuisine. With the spice of the aji panca, a traditional Peruvian chile pepper with a mild, yet smokey, fruity taste to the massive Andean corn, with kernels about the size of a dime, this dish elevates the best of South American food. The dish also includes rice and a poached egg on top to complete round out the massive amounts of flavor in the Spicy Shrimp Soup.

ABOUT BETWEEEN BOUTIQUE CAFÉ & LOUNGE:
Between Boutique Café & Lounge is a plush and romantic lounge that serves a creative fusion of Peruvian – Asian small plates, as well as many equally creative and delectable cocktails. Between is the second restaurant in the Wicker Park area for owner, Carl Anderson, Between was created and inspired by his wife Lu Lu. Between’s atmosphere and decor is as beautiful and unpredictable as Lu Lu’s personality.
The seasonal menu created by consulting chef Jose Victorio reflects the bold-styling of the restaurant itself and has garnered many accolades as well as fans in the neighborhood. Between fuses lounge and café together seamlessly with NYC flair. However, the sexy night vibe is all Chicago, which explains why so people can’t resist locking lips on the seductive and secluded couches. For more information about Between Boutique Café & Lounge, visit www.betweenchicago.com.

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