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Bistro Voltaire: A little corner of Chicago where Parisian "Joie de Vivre" lives

Submitted by kurmanstaff on Wed, 11/21/2012 - 4:11pm

Bistro Voltaire is a relative newcomer to the Chicago dining scene and yet it has become a favored destination for Chicagoans seeking the romantic, spirited vibe of a French bistro without leaving the Windy City. The food is classic and the ambiance is infused with a real Paris feel. "Most commonly, our guests say that entering Bistro Voltaire is like leaving Chicago and finding oneself in France," said owner Ned Boukram, a native of France.

Last Chance to Try Benny’s Chop House’s Past Presidents Menu

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Fri, 11/02/2012 - 3:41pm

With Election Day just around the corner, Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago; 312-626-2444) is continuing its presidential spirit with its new fall menu. Every week leading up to the election, Benny’s has offered a range of new menu items inspired by past presidents’ favorite meals.

Three Must-try Burgers for National Sandwich Day, November 3 at Benny’s Chop House

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Fri, 11/02/2012 - 3:38pm

This National Sandwich Day, food lovers across the country are going to be searching for the tastiest thing between two buns, Chicagoans need look no further than Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., 312-626-2444). Executive Chef Jonathan Lane has devised a delicious burger menu founded on USDA Prime Beef.

Benny’s Chop House’s Latest Additions to Past Presidents Menu

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 6:41pm

As we near the end of the presidential election season, Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago; 312-626-2444) honors some of the most memorable commanders in chief with its Past Presidents menu. For the past few weeks leading up to the election, Benny’s has introduced a range of new menu items inspired by past presidents’ favorite meals.

A day at Goebbert's Farm

Submitted by on the go Cindy on Wed, 10/17/2012 - 10:15pm

I love Fall and all the fun family friendly things there are to do around Chicagoland.  One of my favorite things to do with my girls is to visit one of the local pumpkin patches.  This week we visited Goebbert's Farm.  Goebbert's is 33 miles from Chicago in South Barrington.

Benny’s Chop House Introduces New Past Presidents Menu

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 1:41pm

With election season in full swing, Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago; 312-626-2444) is getting into the presidential spirit with its new fall menu. Every week leading up to the election, Benny’s will offer a range of new menu items inspired by past presidents’ favorite meals.

Benny's Chop House Celebrates National Vodka Day Today, October 4 With New 'Pick Your Poison' Cocktails

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 11:55am

National Vodka Day is October 4, and while you may have trouble deciding whether to take it neat, on the rocks or blended with fruit, Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago; 312-626-2444) is serving its vodka with a holiday twist.

Celebrate National Seafood Month this October at Benny’s Chop House

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Tue, 10/02/2012 - 3:24pm

National Seafood Month is celebrated during the month of October, and Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Ave., 312-626-2444) is an ideal place to celebrate the occasion. With more than 25 menu items of succulent seafood dishes, the restaurant’s name could as well be Benny’s Chop House and Seafood.

October is National Dessert Month – Celebrate at Benny’s Chop House

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Tue, 10/02/2012 - 3:18pm

October is National Dessert Month and we can’t think of a better place to indulge than Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago; 312-626-2444). You may not think of a “steakhouse” as being the place to head for great desserts. Think again. Benny’s pastry chef Aaron Lindgren is an alumnus of Charlie Trotter’s and his desserts are at the top of Chicago’s best. Chocolate lovers won’t be disappointed. The Chocolate Pudding Cake ($9.99) with caramel crunch and toffee ice cream is worth the calories; it’s simply amazing.

Celebrate National Apple Month this October at Benny’s Chop House

Submitted by BennysChopHouse... on Tue, 10/02/2012 - 3:14pm

One of the joys of early autumn is the abundance and variety of freshly harvested apples. That’s why October has become National Apple Month, a celebration of one of nature’s most perfectly conceived foods. Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago; 312-626-2444) is celebrating the month of apples by serving a unique and delicious version of the all-American dessert, a beautiful Michigan Apple Tart ($9.99).

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