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May 6, 2013

Join Drink Ribera. Drink Spain. to taste a complete selection of wines from Spain's most acclaimed wine region.

Ribera del Duero is no place for the timid. The climate is extreme. The conditions difficult. The growing season short. But in the hands of Spain’s most passionate winemakers, the fruit of these vines becomes full-bodied red wines bold enough to claim the name Ribera del Duero.

February 28, 2013

The Drawing Room: Shaking it up Chicago Style

The Drawing Room’s reputation is built on the strength of its food, beverage, and service, but in a city with a bevy of fine eateries, it may be Joly’s cocktail mastery that sets The Drawing Room apart.

Since opening in 2007, The Drawing Room, a 60-seat American restaurant in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood, has been praised by both establishment and social network media for its commitment to food-and-beverage excellence.

September 26, 2012

Simply Italian: Great Wines US Tour returns to New York, Chicago and Washington D.C.

Simply Italian: Great Wines is designed to be the world’s premiere Italian wine experience.

Simply Italian: Great Wines, presented by I.E.E.M. (International Event and Exhibition Management), is designed to be the world’s premiere Italian wine experience. Over 40 wineries will be on hand, represented by winemakers, winery owners and brand specialists to bring the incredible culture and passion of Italian winemaking, glass by glass, to trade professionals.

May 11, 2012

Signature Dish: Charlie Trotter

“I’m the opposite of most chefs in my approach. The taste of wine is fixed more or less when you open it, while the food is adjustable. I can add fat or acid or garlic puree, any number of things to match the wine.”

"I’m the opposite of most chefs in my approach. The taste of wine is fixed more or less when you open it, while the food is adjustable. I can add fat or acid or garlic puree, any number of things to match the wine."

After 25 years, his eponymous Chicago restaurant is being retired, but Charlie Trotter, the chef, continues his journey.

January 4, 2011

A Chef’s Art and Alchemy

“I seek simple, clean, familiar flavors in an unexpected presentation.” Mike Sheerin

When acclaimed Chicago restaurant, Blackbird, sings these days, it’s thanks to Executive Chef Mike Sheerin. Sheerin mans the kitchen now that founding chef Paul Kahan presides over his budding Chicago empire, which also includes The Publican, avec, and the recently opened taqueria and bar, Big Star.