National Rum Day is August 16, which means time to don your leis and loud tiki shirts — or just enjoy a rum-laden cocktail! From unique creations by the Three…read more >
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How to Find these 6 Hidden Gems at Foodease
Aug 13, 2018
Foodease Market in Water Tower Place has been a Michigan Avenue staple for more than seven years now! Sure, its famous for the endless salad bar that we all know and love, but in case that’s the only thing you’ve enjoyed at the market, we’re here to give you the inside scoop on some of…
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Mix It Up: Life on Freezy Street, A Sauv Blanc Cocktail
Aug 8, 2018
It's August which means heat, humidity, plus some more heat. There's no better way to cool down than with an icy, frozen Sauvignon Blanc cocktail. Liz Pearce, Lead Mixologist of Fulton Market's newest hotspot, Aba, comes in for the win with the Life on Freezy Street that's super easy to make and even easier going down.…
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All the Ways to Rosé this Summer
Aug 6, 2018
Let’s face it, rosé is welcome all day, every day. We’re here to help you navigate your way from still to sparking and California to Provence. Need help selecting a wine? Don’t know where to sit outside with a glass of pink vino? What about a rosé cocktail? Here's your guide to rosé this summer. Something Stronger…
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How To Win (2X, 3X, 4X even 5X Points) All Summer Long
Aug 6, 2018
Everyone we know loves summer and everyone we know also loves to win. So what if we told you that Lettuce Entertain You is making this summer all about winning? Introducing the new Summer Scratch Off available exclusively in the LettuceEats app, only to our Frequent Diners. That's right, you don't have to remember bringing…
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Osteria Via Stato’s Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad
Jul 29, 2018
Osteria Via Stato's Chef David DiGregorio is known for sourcing some of the best ingredients from local farmers and purveyors and one of his favorite things about summer is heirloom tomatoes. He even hosts a dinner dedicated to the ingredient! Here is his recipe for his signature Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad. Serving Size: 1 INGREDIENTS: 1…
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Treat Your Vegetables More Like Meat
Jul 25, 2018
Summa time, and grilling's easy... but what if you just aren't in the mood to eat meat? CJ Jacobson, veggie connoisseur and Chef of Ema, Rotisserie Ema and Aba is sharing some of his tips on smoking, braising, grilling even whole-roasting vegetables. Smoking: While the easiest choice is grilling vegetables, Chef CJ finds you're tasting the…
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Cool Down with Beatrix’s Yellow Tomato Gazpacho
Jul 25, 2018
Soup isn't always synonymous with summer but one of our favorite summer soups is gazpacho, a cold soup made of raw, blended vegetables. Chef / Partner John Chiakulas at Beatrix wows us with his bright Yellow Tomato Gazpacho Soup made with yellow tomatoes, English cucumbers, yellow peppers, jalapenos, fresh garlic and more. The reason Chef John likes to…
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This Summer, Grill Like A Chef. Here’s How
Jul 19, 2018
Executive Chef Justin Diglia of Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in Chicago and his Lettuce Entertain You chef friends are showing you the right way summer barbecues are done. From shareable drinks for cocktail hour on the patio to oysters, lobster and steak on the grill, here are our chefs ultimate summer BBQ…
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Watermelon Popsicles from Ozzie’s Pops & Pretzels
Jul 19, 2018
Chef Ozzie Ocegueda is serving up seasonal popsicles at Navy Pier at his new concept Ozzie's Pops & Pretzels. Here is his recipe for Watermelon Paletas. To download the recipe for the Watermelon Popsicles, click here. Watermelon Popsicles from Ozzie Pops & Pretzels Serving size: 2 dozen pops INGREDIENTS: 2 Watermelons 2 cups Simple Syrup…
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Jeff Mahin’s Grilled Peaches & Burrata
Jul 19, 2018
Nothing screams summer more than ripe, sweet peaches! Chef / Partner Jeff Mahin of Stella Barra shares his favorite way to enjoy peaches in a savory dish set alongside fresh burrata. To download the Grilled Peaches & Burrata recipe, click here. INGREDIENTS Chili flakes Shaved Garlic Thyme Olive Oil Peaches, quartered Burrata Sea Salt METHOD 1.…
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Mix Up the Picnic Basket Cocktail from Aba
Jul 19, 2018
Cocktails are best shared with friends and Aba's Lead Mixologist, Liz Pearce has created a list of seasonal, large format cocktails to enjoy on the restaurant's patio. Picnic Basket Aba, Liz Pearce Serving size: 6-8 people INGREDIENTS: 9 oz. of Jim Beam 3 oz. of Giffard Passionfruit Liqueur 4½ oz. Lemon Juice 6 oz. of…
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Spicy Grilled Street Corn from Oyster Bah
Jul 19, 2018
This Spicy Grilled Street Corn is the perfect side or a meal on it's own. Chef Donny Farrell of Oyster Bah adds his signature Four Lettuce Hot Sauce to give the dish some heat. To download the full recipe of Chef Donny's Spicy Grilled Street Corn, click here. Spicy Grilled Street Corn Serving size: 8-12…