Chicago’s Urban Union Announces Springtime Pairings

With the change in seasons bringing an abundance of fresh produce into the kitchen, Executive Chef Michael Shrader is pleased to unveil highlights of his springtime menu, available now at Chicago’s Urban Union (1421 W. Taylor St.). Recently awarded as having one of the 10 hottest new wine lists across America and named one of [...]

Share These Best Small Plates with a Sig Other

Bread & Wine’s duck confit pierogi, with pickled red onion and herb crème fraiche. (Photo: Bread & Wine)

When you’re trying to get your romance on, the last thing you want to happen is a bloated stomach from eating too much food. That’s why we’re still onboard with the small-plates trend, which allows diners to share and sample more items than usual from restaurants’ menus.

Bread & Wine’s duck confit pierogi, with [...]

Urban Union to open on Chicago’s Famed Taylor Street

Urban Union to Open December 2011

Next month, acclaimed Chef Michael Shrader and respected restaurateur/consultant Jason Chan will introduce a new addition to the thriving dining scene along Chicago’s famed Taylor Street with the opening of Urban Union (1421 W. Taylor St.). Placing the spotlight on preparations utilizing the restaurant’s wood-burning oven [...]