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The Bacontopia You’ve Always Dreamed Of<\/h3>\n
\"Baconfest\"
Bacon & Chicken Lollipops by Kitty O’Shea | Photo Cred: Anne Petersen 2019<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

From humble beginnings to nationally renowned, the annual Baconfest earns the title as one of the most prestigious eatery festivals in the world. Celebrating everyone\u2019s favorite breakfast item in a satisfyingly unique way, Baconfest gathers top chefs and reputable restaurants in Chi-town to carefully curate exquisite dishes, bacon being its prized centerpiece. For the past years, hundreds flocked to the savory smell of crispy cuisine to sample novel treats and sip boozy bacon-inspired cocktails, all for a great cause too!<\/p>\n

First Off: Da Best Fest<\/a><\/h2>\n

This year\u2019s annual Baconfest is switching it up a bit with the debut of the first-ever Da Best Fest, beginning on Friday, April 17, 2020, from 6 pm-10 pm at the UIC Dorin Forum (725 W Roosevelt)<\/strong>. Instead of solely bacon-driven dishes, Da Best Fest will feature a wholly diverse landscape of Chicago\u2019s favorite dishes, from Italian beef, hot dogs, pizza, and flaming saganaki, to jibaritos, aquarium-smoked rib tips, chicken Vesuvio, shrimp de Jonghe, malort, and more.<\/p>\n

\u201cDa Best Fest was born out of a love of Chicago\u2019s home-grown cuisine and its distinctive neighborhoods,\u201d said Seth Zurer, Co-Founder of Da Best Fest & Baconfest. \u201cThe fest will be a fantastic mix of classic takes and intriguing interpretations. It will be a great introduction to those not familiar with some of these canonical dishes, like The Mother-In-Law or Sweet Steak Sandwich. I hope to see some truly unique creations that take these beloved bites and turn them inside out to blow everyone\u2019s minds. Da Best Fest will be a consumable love letter to Chicago and all of its delicious parts.\u201d<\/p>\n

Chicagoans will get the opportunity to explore over 40 chef-crafted samples from exhibitors. Each ticket type includes seven drink tickets accessible to a wide variety of beers, wines, and cocktails.<\/p>\n

General Admission:<\/strong> <\/a>7:00 PM -10: 00 PM: $75 + fees
\nVIP Tickets:<\/strong><\/a> 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM: $130 + fees<\/p>\n

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The Baconfest<\/h2>\n
\"Baconfest\"
Lupita Garcia by Flo & Santos | Photo Cred: Anne Petersen 2019<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Following that Friday, the Bacon Fest will promptly begin on Saturday, April 18. This year, the fest reigns in two sessions. Sessions are Saturday lunch, from 11 am \u2013 12 pm (VIP Hour) and 12 \u2013 3 pm (General Admission) to Saturday dinner, from 6 – 7 pm (VIP Hour) and 7 \u2013 10 pm (General Admission).<\/p>\n

Proceeds go to the Greater Chicago Food Depository<\/a>, which feeds the hungry in the Chicagoland area. So far, the annual fest has succeeded in generating over $480,000 in charity! Last year, Baconfest debuted some exciting bacon dishes such as the Bacon Chicken Lollipop, curated by Kitty O\u2019Sheas, and of course, the Baconfest-exclusive Bacon-Katsu Ramen made by Mike Satinover. This year, we can only fathom what the Baconfest has in store for us! Check below for admission details and get your ticket while you still can!<\/p>\n

Saturday Lunch \u2013 April 18 (PRESENTED BY JEWEL-OSCO)<\/strong><\/a>
\n11:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM VIP Hour
\n12:00 PM \u2013 3:00 PM General Admission<\/p>\n

Saturday Dinner \u2013 April 18<\/strong><\/a>
\n6:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM VIP Hour
\n7:00 PM -10:00 PM General Admission<\/p>\n

If looking for the best of both worlds, discount bundles for both Baconfest and Da Best Fest are available.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

General Admission Bundles<\/a> <\/strong>\u2013 $140 + fees: save $20 and get GA tickets to Da Best Fest and Baconfest Saturday Dinner<\/p>\n

VIP Bundles<\/a> <\/strong>\u2013 $240 + fees: save $50 and get VIP tickets to Da Best Fest and Baconfest Saturday Dinner<\/p>\n

\"Baconfest\"
Bacon Wrapped Pork Belly By Wood Fire Counter | Photo Cred: Anne Petersen 2019<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lineup<\/h2>\n

Friday: Da Best Fest Lineup<\/h5>\n

Participating Restaurants (as of 2\/11\/2020) – Roster subject to change without notice.<\/strong><\/p>\n

676 Restaurant & Bar<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Dominique LeBlanc Beers
\nBangers & Lace – Evanston\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>
\nBerger Station\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>– Ivan Gonzalez
\nBlack Dog Gelato<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Jess Oloroso
\nCantina Laredo<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Daniel Espinoza
\nChicago Chop House<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Martin Martinez
\nCooking Skills Academy<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Paul Guerrero
\nFour Star Artisan<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Kurt Guzowski and Thomas Rice
\nGoose Island Brewpub<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Henry Pariser
\nHeritage Restaurant and Caviar Bar<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Guy Meikle
\nHermosa<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Ethan Eang Lim
\nJim’s Original Inc<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Betty Domagala
\nLabriola Chicago<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Tim Donohoe
\nLe Bouchon<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Oliver Poilevey
\nLinks Taproom<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Josh Bushnick
\nMesler Kitchen<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Matthew Cappellini
\nMichael Jordan’s Steak House<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Craig Couper
\nOrso’s Restaurant<\/strong><\/a>
\nOsteria Bigolaro<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Anthony Gargano
\nPhillipe C’est Bon\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>– Phillipe Sobon
\nPinstripes<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Juan Gonzalez
\nSpacca Napoli<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Jonathan Goldsmith
\nStan’s Donuts & Coffee<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Susan Barnett
\nState and Lake Chicago Tavern<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Nathan Sears
\nThe Broken Barrel Bar\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>– Bryant Anderson
\nThe Duck Inn<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Kevin Hickey
\nThe Heritage<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Nariba Shepherd
\nThe Royal Grocer & Co.<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Shane Graybeal
\nVictory Tap Chicago<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Joseph Farina
\nWorld of Whirlpool<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0– Luke Creagan
\nXO Marshmallow\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>– Melissa Humphrey<\/p>\n

Saturday: Baconfest Lineup<\/h5>\n
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Lunch | 11 am – 3 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

AceBounce<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Nina Madsen
\nAtwood<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 David Fingerman
\nBistro Campagne<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Adam Grandt
\nCommunity Tavern<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Joey Beato
\nDavanti Enoteca<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Jim Day
\nElla\u2019s BBQ<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Art Wnorowski \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nFarmhouse Chicago<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Eric Mansavage
\nFirecakes<\/a><\/strong>
\nFlo & Santos<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Lupe Garcia
\nFred\u2019s Garage<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Geo Tapia
\nGoose Island Brewpub<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Henry Pariser
\nJoe Eats World<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0– Joe Morales and Brandon Thomas \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nJordan\u2019s Food of Distinction<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Stephanie Hickey
\nKaiser Tiger<\/a><\/strong>
\nKitty O\u2019Sheas<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Mario Garcia
\nLatinicity Food Hall<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Marcos Flores
\nMarket House on the Square<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Dan Marquis
\nMercat a la Planxa<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– David Murphy
\nMurray Bros. Caddyshack<\/a><\/strong>
\nN\u2019awlins Edibles Traveling Chef<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Cheryl Bowman
\nNoMI Kitchen<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Eric Damidot
\nOne Lake Brewing<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Nick Stewart \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nPaddy Long\u2019s<\/a><\/strong>
\nPhillipe C\u2019est Bon<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Phillipe Sobon \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nPiece Pizzeria and Brewery<\/a><\/strong>
\nRecess<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Daniel Weiland \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nSheekar Delights<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Diane Joseph
\nSmack Dab<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Axel Erkenswick
\nSmylie Brothers Brewing Company<\/a><\/strong>
\nSociale<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– John McLean & Martin Murch
\nSoul Kantina<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Turon Cummings
\nThe Broken Barrel Bar<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Bryant Anderson
\nThe Dearborn<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Juan Cervantes
\nThe Signature Room at the 95th<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Cardel Reid
\nTravelle at The Langham<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Jeff Vucko
\nVinci<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Ino Cruz
\nWhirlyball<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Larry Donahue
\nWow Bao<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Saturday Dinner | 6 – 10 pm <\/strong><\/p>\n

312Chicago<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Luca Corazzina
\nAmazing Edibles Catering<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Eric Halvorsen
\nAsadito Taco<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Nick Bajal \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nBangers & Lace \u2013 Evanston<\/a>
\nBar Roma<\/a>\u00a0– Fred Ramos
\nBar Takito<\/a>\u00a0– Juan Barrajas
\nBatter & Berries<\/a>\u00a0– Ken Polk
\nBerger Station<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Ivan Gonzalez \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nCafe ba ba Reeba!<\/a>\u00a0– Eric Jorgensen
\nCarnivore<\/a>\u00a0– Erik Williams
\nCheSa\u2019s Gluten Free Food Truck<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Chesaree Rollins
\nChicago Q<\/a>
\nCity Barbeque<\/a>
\nCopper Fox Gastropub<\/a>\u00a0– Cortney Pierce
\nCR\u012aO Bar and Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0– Luis Guzman
\nEdzo\u2019s Burger Shop<\/a>
\nFire Thyme<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Jamie Bisioulis
\nFlo Cafe & Bar<\/a>\u00a0– Leonard Sanchez
\nGale Street Inn<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Geoff Silverwood \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nGood Measure<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Matthew Troost
\nGoose Island Brewpub<\/a>\u00a0– Henry Pariser
\nImperial Lamian<\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0Victor Chong
\nIzakaya Mita<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Brian Mita \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nNaansense<\/a>\u00a0– Hiran Patel
\nRack House Kitchen & Tavern<\/a>\u00a0– Bryant Anderson
\nSafeHouse<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nThe Bageler\u2019s Coffeehouse<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Jotam Torres \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nThe Florentine<\/a>\u00a0– Zachery Walrath
\nThe Grill On The Alley<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Ozzy Amelotti
\nThe Grillroom Chophouse and Winebar<\/a>
\nThe Roaming Hog<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Eddie Aguilar
\nThree Floyds Brewpub<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Pat Niebling
\nTorali Italian-Steak<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Franco Diaz \u2014 NEW FOR 2020
\nTownhouse Restaurant & Wine Bar<\/a>
\nXO Marshmallow<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Melissa Humphrey
\nZED451<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Joe Rosetti<\/strong><\/p>\n

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