"Insalata Caprese" Traditional Flavors

Local Heirloom Sun Gold Tomatoes, Clear Tomato, Airy Sherry Tomato, Housemade Mozzarella, Basil, Parmesan Pane Grado, Arbequina Olive Oil, Pangasinan Salt

Skirt Steak in a Different Form

 

Skirt Steak, Foie Gras, Parsnip, Airy Tomato Sherry Water , Living Watercress

Pacific Halibut, Celery, Rosemary, Truffle

Duck Pastrami

Brined for 7 Days

Air Dried in Cooler For 24 Hours allowing Pellicle to Form than Crusting

Cold, then Hot Smoked (82.2 Degrees C) 1 hour Each

Seared and Sliced...Enjoy!

Food and Drink's at some of Chicago's Finest

Italian Beef w/ hot peppers

Chicago Dog

Stopped in for cocktails with friends @ Graham Elliot

Wish I was able to grab some food, got there a little late. Next time

XOCO by Rick Bayless

Ahogada: Golden Pork Carnitas, Black Beans, Tomato Broth, Spicy Arboll Chili Sauce, Pickled Onions

Cochinita Pibil: Wood Roasted Suckling Pig with Achiote, Black Beans, Pickled Onions, Habanero Sauce

Jamon: La Quercia Prosciutto Picante, Otter Creek Cheddar, Black Beans, Avocado, Chipotle Mustard, Fried Egg

Homemade Churro and Hot Chocolate with Dulce de Leche

Rick Bayless is Insane... enough said!

Hot Dougs: The Sausage Superstore

The line wrapped around the building...

Chef Doug...The Man Behind Everything

The Dog: Chicago Style, with all the trimmings

Foie Gras & Sauternes Duck Sausage with Foie Gras Mousse, Truffle Aioli, Fleur De Sel

Bacon and Cheddar Elk Sausage, Bacon Garlic Mayo, Raclette Cheese

Jack Daniels and Fennel Smoked Pork Sausage, Roasted Yellow Pepper Anchovy Sauce, Smoked Swiss

Duck Fat Fries

I have to admit i've read and heard about the hype about Hot Dougs from Bourdain and friends and I thought that the meat was going to be secondary to all the luxurious condiments placed on the dog. But I have to say that the meats that Doug produces are insanely delicious and some of the best I have ever tasted. The Perfect snap when bit and the condiments were a perfect compliment to each individual sausage. Bravo Doug for making the most flavorful "Gourmet" and street dogs I have ever indulged. I'm hungry now.