Chicago stands as one of the nation's most distinguished food cities, offering a rich landscape of culinary adventure. The Chicago Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier is pleased to present “Sweet Home Chicago,” a five-day tour of the city's culinary scene. Chicago is an ideal location (especially in early summer!) to explore cultural foodways, arts and architecture..
Join us as we wander through ethnic neighborhoods and cuisines, dine at award-winning restaurants, and experience distinctly Chicagoan foods and innovations. Proceeds from the sale of this tour will be used to fund hospitality scholarships and community programs.
The Chicago Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier is pleased to invite you on this five-day exploration of our culinary scene. Join us as we discover Chicago's most traditional as well as trend-forward restaurants, learn about the history of our foodways and enjoy some of our preeminent cultural highlights at the same time. (Full details in the itinerary below.) Come see why Condé Nast Traveler readers voted us the Best Big City in the U.S. for an unprecedented five years in a row.
More details in the itinerary below. Hope to see you in June!
Please note, we are unable to accommodate physical limitations because some activities have only elevator access. Walking tours may last up to two hours.
Price per person, two people, sharing a room. Deposit non-refundable unless a replacement can be found.
Price for a single room, for one person. Deposit nonrefundable, unless a replacement can be found.
Arrive in Chicago and check into the elegant, historic Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. Located on Michigan Avenue (aka The Magnificent Mile), across from Millenium Park, this 1893 Venetian Gothic landmark is a living, breathing ode to Chicago’s rich history. Bon Appétit magazine named the hotel “one of the 15 best food lovers’ hotels in the United States.”
This evening, indulge in exquisite wine, cocktails and delectable cuisine as you savor the breathtaking city views overlooking Lake Michigan and the fireworks display at Navy Pier.
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