Chicago History Museum: Culinary Chicago, April, 2008

Culinary Chicago
Tuesdays, April 15, 22, and 29, 7:00 p.m.

Foodies and finicky eaters unite! Celebrate Chicago's flavorful fare as you listen to experts dish on food history and contemporary cuisine. Presented in collaboration with the Culinary Historians, these programs promise to serve up just what you ordered.

This series includes a special bus tour, Foods of Chicago: A Delicious History, led by WTTW host Geoffrey Baer and producer Dan Protess.

Ticket packages: $27; $22 members for three lectures. $115; $105 members for three lectures and the bus tour. Call 312.642.4600 for more information. This discount is not available online.

Hot Dog! A History of Chicago Foods
Tuesday, April 15, 7:00 p.m.

Everyone knows that Chicago is famous for great foodstuffs such as hot dogs and deep dish pizza. What are the origins of these delicacies and how did they evolve into the yummy treats we know today? What other goodies were invented in Chicago and how did the Windy City become an ethnic cuisine capital? Join Museum historian Sarah Marcus and our panel of experts, including Bruce Kraig of the Culinary Historians of Chicago, as they give you a taste of Chicago’s food history. Arrive early to enjoy free Chicago-style hot dogs, courtesy of Vienna Beef, from 6:15–7:00 p.m.

Cost:
$10; $8 members.


The Local Option
Tuesday, April 22, 7:00 p.m.

In honor of Earth Day and Chicago’s efforts to go green, join us as we discuss all things local and organic. What does organic and all-natural really mean? How can I support local growers? What is a "locavore" and how can I become one? And what are area businesses doing to improve our food options and assist the local farmer? Featuring Rick Bayless of Frontera Grill and Topolobampo, Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Café, and Dave Cleverdon, farmer and owner of Kinnikinnick Farm and Green City Market board member.

Cost:
$10; $8 members.


Chef Showcase
Tuesday, April 29, 7:00 p.m.

Chicago has long been a leader in the culinary world. Where have we been, where are we now, and where are we going? Our panel of internationally recognized Chicago chefs, including Gale Gand of Tru, Michael Kornick of MK, Bruce Sherman of North Pond, and Carol Wallack of Sola, will discuss current trends in the city’s cuisine, their own personal contributions, and where we fall on the culinary map.

Cost:
$10; $8 members.

I just found out today that I'll be moderating the April 22nd program on matters local and organic with Rick Bayless, Sarah Stegner and Dave Cleverdon. Please come and ask good questions during the Q&A and marvel audibly at my moderating skills.

Is it possible to sign up for just the bus tour?

Hot Dog! A History of Chicago Foods panel will have Bruce Kraig, Monica Eng and Peter Engler.

For the bus tour, you have to call the Chicago History Museum.

Regards,

Hi,

Tonight at 7 PM is the Hot dog segment featuring LTH member Peter Engler as well Chicago Tribune's Monica Eng and Culinary Historian's Bruce Kraig.

From 6:15 to 7 PM there will be free hot dogs courtesy of Vienna.

It will take forever on the Edens, though I will be there.

Regards,

Cathy2 wrote:Hi,

Tonight at 7 PM is the Hot dog segment featuring LTH member Peter Engler as well Chicago Tribune's Monica Eng and Culinary Historian's Bruce Kraig.

From 6:15 to 7 PM there will be free hot dogs courtesy of Vienna.

It will take forever on the Edens, though I will be there.

Regards,

The Wife and I will be there, too -- very much looking forward to it.

Hi,

Round 2, Sustainability, is tonight. I cannot make it, due to conflict. While I wish I was there. I will be at a Spaghetti dinner finishing with a lecture on outhouse archeology courtesy of the Deerfield Historical Society.

I hope to make it next week for the Chef round robin.

Regards,

I'll be moderating the panel tonight (I'm a wee bit nervous, yes) so I hope people come and ask good questions during the audience Q & A.

Hi,

Last week Sarah Marcus introduced the panel, gave a little background, then turned it over to the panelists. Each provided their take, then it was Q&A. Voila! One hour in the can and everyone went home.

Scott Warner from Culinary Historians will be moderating next week. I expect to make it then.

Regards,
CAthy

Culinary Chicago, a joint meeting of Culinary Historians of Chicago and Chicago History Museum

Hot Dog! A History of Chicago Foods
Broadcast on demand via Chicago Amplified

Everyone knows that Chicago is famous for great foodstuffs such as hot dogs and deep dish pizza. What are the origins of these delicacies and how did they evolve into the yummy treats we know today? What other goodies were invented in Chicago and how did the Windy City become an ethnic cuisine capital? Join Museum historian Sarah Marcus and our panel of experts, including Bruce Kraig of the Culinary Historians of Chicago, as they give you a taste of Chicago’s food history. Arrive early to enjoy free Chicago-style hot dogs, courtesy of Vienna Beef, from 6:15–7:00 p.m.


The Local Option
Broadcast on demand via Chicago Amplified

In honor of Earth Day and Chicago’s efforts to go green, join us as we discuss all things local and organic. What does organic and all-natural really mean? How can I support local growers? What is a "locavore" and how can I become one? And what are area businesses doing to improve our food options and assist the local farmer? Featuring Rick Bayless of Frontera Grill and Topolobampo, Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Café, and Dave Cleverdon, farmer and owner of Kinnikinnick Farm and Green City Market board member.


Chef Showcase
Broadcast on demand via Chicago Amplfied

Chicago has long been a leader in the culinary world. Where have we been, where are we now, and where are we going? Our panel of internationally recognized Chicago chefs, including Gale Gand of Tru, Michael Kornick of MK, Bruce Sherman of North Pond, and Carol Wallack of Sola, will discuss current trends in the city’s cuisine, their own personal contributions, and where we fall on the culinary map.