Good Eats...Chicago Edition

Last night the Mister and I enjoyed an eight course dinner at Bonsoiree.  It was a party in my mouth.  I'm usually pretty hesitant when it comes to letting someone else decide what I'll be eating, but after last night's delicious experience, I would eat anything Chef  Shin Thompson makes. 

{photo via the Mister's iPhone}

Our meal started with Wagyu Beef Yaki in an Ichiban Shoyu Glaze, followed by the Eight Presentations of Summer, my second favorite thing we ate last night, see above.  This was followed by my favorite dish of the night, Scallop and Crab Motoyaki in a beautiful oyster shell.  Next up was the Chilled Summer Squash and White Corn soup with poached Lobster.  Our fifth course was Veal with Eggplant 3 ways, which was followed by Oyster and Blackberry fritta, which was heavenly.  Our seventh course was the Japanese watermelon refresher with Habenero Sorbet (crazy spicy but perfectly balanced with the watermelon).  And for dessert we were treated to a Peach flight.  Honestly, this was one of the best meals I've had this year!

Good Eats: Chicago Edition

The mister and I went out to dinner last night, at a new restaurant in the Ukrainian Village.  Prasino, an eco-friendly eatery that promotes organic agriculture, local growers and artisanal food producers.  Their meats are antibiotic and hormone free and raised on environmentally sustainable farms or ranches.  And now officially one of my new favorite places to eat.  Not to mention, the interior is beautifully designed from recycled and reclaimed materials.  If you are waiting for a table on their patio, you can grab a drink at the waiting area outside/lounge.  Or if you are dining inside, grab a seat at their bar.  Their menu has so much to choose from and would please meat eaters and veggie lovers alike. 

The mister had their apple-mint micro-brewed kombucha, fermented tea, which was surprisingly delicious.  As an appetizer we tried their margherita flat bread, crispy almost cracker like flat bread.  For our entries I had their Miso Glazed Tofu, simply delicious and plated beautifully.  And the mister had their Southwest Black Bean Burger, which was amazing.  I've only had a few veggie burgers in my life but this was by far the best I've ever eaten.  And no we aren't vegetarians.  I can't wait to go back and try more from their menu which includes: sushi, salads, small plates, burgers, seafood, flat breads, and more meat and veggie friendly options.  And did I mention they serve brunch!