Author Archives: Mike Foran Public Relations

OLD-SCHOOL FAVS GO GLAM AT DOC B’s FRESH KITCHEN

Check out these glammed-up sandwiches from Doc B’s Fresh Kitchen as this fresh-casual Mag Mile/Gold Coast eatery puts its signature, think-outside-the-box spin on old-school classics. Since opening last fall, the 100-seat East Walton hot-spot continues to impress, partnering with local and Midwest farmers and purveyors to present a line-up of familiar comfort foods with an inspired twist. DocContinue reading “OLD-SCHOOL FAVS GO GLAM AT DOC B’s FRESH KITCHEN”

HUTCH UNVEILS NEW MENU

Tucked in a century-old building at the corner of Clark and Aldine,  Hutch — a 120-seat American bistro opened just 8-month, has found its niche among those seeking craveable comfort-classics in a friendly, handsome, approachable setting. After garnering top reviews and keeping Chicagoans warm,  snug and sated this long arctic winter,  chef/owner Marc Wuenschel hasContinue reading “HUTCH UNVEILS NEW MENU”

RAMEN FEVER HITS CHICAGO

Get ready Chicago — ramen fever has hit. After invading New York’s dining scene, this wildly-popular Japanese pop-culture mainstay has arrived Chicago with the opening of  Strings Ramen Shop — the city’s first, and only, dedicated Ramen shop. Hot on its heels comes the scheduled late spring/summer openings of two more Ramen shops, by big names like Sodikoff and Melman.   WhileContinue reading “RAMEN FEVER HITS CHICAGO”

SENZA BEST RESTAURANTS IN AMERICA LIST

After top-tier rankings in Zagat’s 2014 Chicago Restaurant Guide, and a highly-coveted star in this year’s Chicago Michelin Guide — Senza’s done it again! The results are in, and Senza has now made OpenTable‘s  just-released Top 100 Restaurants in America list — one of only 6 Chicago restaurants on this year’s list!   OpenTable determined the list ofContinue reading “SENZA BEST RESTAURANTS IN AMERICA LIST”

BENROMACH SCOTCH PAIRING DINNER

Scotland’s renowned Benromach Scotch plans a smack-down with Chicago’s polar vortex, offering-up the ultimate dude-centric, boys-night-out dinner. Thursday, February 6, Chef Isaac Weliver of farm-to-table hot spot Local Root (601 North Mc Clurg Court, Chicago) takes on Benromach’s challenge of a first-ever Scotch Pairing Dinner, creating a special carnivorous 4-course meal, including NY Strip Steak, Lamb skewers, and more…each matched with an appropriate Benromach Scotch. Throughout the $60-per-person,Continue reading “BENROMACH SCOTCH PAIRING DINNER”

Local Root Puts Farm-to-Table Twist on Afternoon Tea

Put stuffy notions of dainty watercress sandwiches and extended pinky fingers to rest, as Local Root unleashes a distinctly American, farm-to-table twist on this stately British tradition, launching their own interpretation of Afternoon Tea  complete with potato blini crowned with California sturgeon caviar, tea cakes made with locally-sourced, handcrafted Limoncello…and tea-infused cocktails. Since opening last fall, Local Root has becomeContinue reading “Local Root Puts Farm-to-Table Twist on Afternoon Tea”

SENZA AWARDED 2014 MICHELIN STAR

Congratulations to client Senza on their star-ranking achievement to this year’s coveted Michelin Guide …one of only 25 Chicago restaurants to achieve this celebrated distinction.   Opened just 14-months, this Michelin Guide-newcomer continues to wow, with Executive Chef Noah Sandoval’s imaginative take on new American cuisine, combining both classic and modern techniques. Senza, 2873 North Broadway,Continue reading “SENZA AWARDED 2014 MICHELIN STAR”

Local Root Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary

Get ready for the big “one” as Local Root, an oasis of locally-sourced, organic freshness — tucked in the heart of Chicago’s high-rise-heavy Streeterville neighborhood, marks its one-year anniversary with a free day-long celebration Wednesday, Oct 2. Since opening last-fall, this casual-by-day, dinner and wine bar by night, has attracted a loyal following, with a lunch-time line-up ofContinue reading “Local Root Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary”