Pastry Chef Allison Schroeder Talks Dessert Trends
Growing up, Allison Schroeder, the Albert’s Pastry Chef, enjoyed baking with her mom and grandma. They’d make bread, cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats. Schroeder confessed that she didn’t think…
Healthy Recipes for 2020
Many people are ringing in 2020 by setting healthy New Year’s resolutions. There are numerous healthy resolutions to choose from. For example, you can select a goal to eat more…
What the Albert is Serving for Christmas
Christmas is a special time of year filled with festive parties, time with family and friends, and exchanging gifts. It’s also known to be a time for appetizing foods, piquant…
How to Stay Happy During the Holidays
The holidays can be a wonderful time for laughter and good cheer, quality time with friends and family; and some delicious, festive food and cocktails. However, for some of us,…
3 Thanksgiving Wine Pairings
Whether your family gathers around to watch football games, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade or celebrates at a restaurant, there’s one thing all Americans have in common on the fourth Thursday…
New Fall Ingredients and Dishes
The leaves are changing here in Chicago, which means that some restaurants are starting to debut their new seasonal menus and fall ingredients. Lots of restaurants plan to incorporate different…
Q&A with the Albert’s Chef About Tasting Menus
Dining in Chicago is a unique experience, especially since there are many wonderful restaurants throughout the city to choose from. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind dining experience, you might…
5 Questions To Ask When You Host a Rehearsal Dinner at a Restaurant
Planning a rehearsal dinner at a restaurant can feel like a daunting task. However, with good advice and planning, it can come together into a wonderful event. The first step…
5 Great Restaurant Patios in Chicago
Chicago is home to some of the best restaurants in the world, as well as some stunning city and lakeshore views. On a beautiful summer day in Chicago, it can be…
4 Spring Food and Drink Pairing to Try in 2019
Spring has sprung, and it is an exciting time in the food world—with the change in seasons, many restaurants are debuting their new seasonal menus. There is an excitement in…
3 Things the Best Restaurants in Chicago Have in Common
It is no secret that Chicago is home to some of the best food in the world. In this city, you can find virtually anything—from East Asian fare, to Mediterranean…
Local Spring Ingredients Chefs Choose in Chicago
Spring is right around the corner. Temperatures are warming up, and produce is starting to sprout out of the defrosting ground. While most people may be excited for warmer weather,…
How To Dine Like A Chicago Local
Visiting a new city that you have never been to before is exciting—there are tons of new sights to see and experience, and tons of new food to try. But…
How To Decide Where To Host a Rehearsal Dinner in Chicago
It is that time of year—love is in the air, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and people are getting engaged to start their lives together. Wedding planning will…
Why Chicago Restaurant Week is Incredible
Back by popular demand, for the 12th year in a row, Chicago Restaurant week is right around the corner. With almost 400 participating vendors, it is the city’s largest restaurant event…
Food Trend Fails of 2018
Food lovers often focus on what is up and coming in the food industry. The world of food is constantly changing and evolving, so keeping up with food trends is…
How to Boost Your Dining Experience in Chicago
Chicago is a fantastic city for dining, with wonderful restaurants throughout each neighborhood that have received high marks and boast top Chefs for culinary design. Yet while you will still…
How to Survive Happy Hour in Chicago
The ban on Chicago happy hours, which was established in 1989, has luckily been revoked—where now thirsty people on a budget can enjoy a glass of wine or a cocktail…
Wedding Rehearsal Planning Guide
When it comes to planning your wedding day, you don’t want to forget about the evening leading up to it. The rehearsal dinner can be an important event, as it…
Top Chicago Dining Trends
There’s no question—Chicago has a rich dining culture, and people travel from all over the world to experiences its restaurants and local cuisine. With top chefs, sophisticated plates, and seasonal…
The 5 Best Foods For Better Brain Health
Your brain is a major organ that needs adequate fuel throughout the day to best serve you. So, when you’re hopping around from one appointment to the next or you’re…
A Guide to Gin: The Best Gin Cocktails to Try Now
When it comes to making a refreshing, top-notch cocktail, you can’t go wrong with gin. Gin is a signature type of liquor that comes from the juniper berry, which has…
3 Ways To Use Leftover Foods in Your Meals
You cut up the heads of broccoli and toss the stalks, or finish off a plate of rotisserie chicken and ditch the bones. Sound familiar? Just think of how often…
4 Spring Recipes You’ll Want to Eat This Season
Spring is known for its beautiful, bright produce and herbal, grassy flavors. It’s easy to make light pasta dishes, salads, and healthy vegetable sides with spring staples, for clean eating that’s right…
The Best Ways To Cook With Cocoa
February is the month of love, so what better time to experiment with cocoa powder and nibs in the kitchen? Not only does cocoa taste delicious, as both a sweet…
3 Interesting Ways To Eat More Vegetables
Now that it’s 2018, you might be thinking of those New Years resolutions. A common one that comes to mind? Eat healthier—and that means loading up on those servings of…
Holiday Recipes: Dish ideas for Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanza
No matter your religion or tradition, the holidays call for laughter, good company, and delicious food. With signature holiday recipes for each type of celebration, it’s time to experiment in the kitchen…
The Best Side Dishes For Your Thanksgiving Meal
Now that Thanksgiving is near, it’s time to think about the much-anticipated meal. And, when our favorite holiday only comes around once each year, it definitely requires some thought. Sure,…
3 Ways To Use Pumpkin For Fall
There’s no denying that the leading ingredient in fall recipes is pumpkin. Popping up everywhere—in soups, cocktails, desserts, and sides—it’s a seasonal treat that’s also really good for you. As it’s high…
3 Seasonal Fall Ingredients Popping Up On Menus Now
Now that it’s September, it’s time to embrace the leaves, the breeze, and of course, the season’s finest ingredients. By eating in season, you’re enhancing the flavor profile of your…
5 Private Dining Tips When Hosting An Event
When planning a private party, it’s a good idea to know some basic tips and tricks to help manage your time and limit stress. Having direction as to ambience, food,…
3 Delicious Toast Recipes For Morning Brunch
Sure, gourmet toasts make for a great meal or pick-me-up anytime of the day, but it’s not uncommon to wake up, bright and early, craving a slice of toast and…
How To Plan A Delicious Summer BBQ
Summertime calls for outdoor patios, BBQ’s, and festive gatherings. And there’s no better time to get your grill ready than over July 4th weekend, where friends and family come together to…
the Albert: Blending Art & Science On The Plate
You know the age-old question, “If you could enjoy a meal with someone, who would it be?”—Well, a few of those answers might have been “Albert Einstein.” The good news:…