Did you miss Part 1? Find it here. Here’s the menu:
- Drinks (Karen & Kathleen) – Shikaakwa Bloody Marys; Al Capone cocktails; Assorted Chicagoland craft beer; Various wines including Ditka Cabernet Sauvignon and Monsanto Chianti
- Appetizers (Greg & Dan) – Shrimp de Jonghe; Don Roth’s Blackhawk Lodge Spinning Salad Bowl
- Main course (Ellyn) – Chicken Vesuvio a la Harry Caray; Grilled Asparagus with Green Onions; Salad with Strawberries and Poppyseed Dressing
- Dessert (Ilise & Ann) – Milk Dud Cheesecake; Caramel-Dipped Pretzel Rods with Candy Toppings
We previously covered the sumptuous cocktails and appetizers that Karen and Kathleen, Dan and Greg chose to represent Chicago’s great culinary history. Today’s post will offer savory details about the main course and desserts. Who’s hungry? Well, pull up a chair and let’s dig in.