Localvore advocate and food science PhD holder Jim Javenkoski has put together another localvore dinner, this time partnering with Michael Kornick, Erick Williams, Tony Galzin and the staff at mk.
Do This: Localvore Dinner at mk
Do This: Dessert and Cocktail at mk The Restaurant
It is no secret that we're fans of mk. Pastry Chef Tony Galzin once made a sorbet that caused our dinner companion to close her eyes and moan. (See our interview with Tony here and a video of Chef Galzin plating dessert here.) He's struck the fine balance between sweet and savory and is now turning his expertise towards making the most of Chicago's sustainable markets.
toque: An Evening With Some of Chicago's Best Chefs
Thursday night some of Chicago's best chefs will be preparing dishes for Toque, an event to benefit Children's Oncology Services, Inc. The benefit takes place at Harold Washington Library Center (400 S. State Street) and will includes cocktails and a degustation menu as well as both a silent and live auction. Tickets are $250 each. Bill Kurtis, founder of Tallgass Beef Company, will be the Master of Ceremonies and the Chef Coordinator for the event is Michael Kornick of MK, one of our favorites. Featured Chefs include:
Camera in the Kitchen With MK's Tony Galzin
We hope you had the opportunity to read our interview with MK's Tony Galzin yesterday.
Interview: MK's Pastry Chef Tony Galzin
We were fortunate enough to spend some time in MK's kitchen with Pastry Chef, Tony Galzin. In addition to letting us peek over his shoulder as he plated desserts, he answered questions on how he became a pastry chef, trends in the industry, seasonal ingredients and how to best incorporate and enjoy dessert. Also, tomorrow, we will feature video of Chef Galzin working in the kitchen.

