upcoming events
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Chef Tong appears at 2016 Taste of Chicago on July 10!
Sunday, July 10, 2016 - 3:30am
Our Chef Christopher Tong, one of Chicagoland’s most accomplished chefs and a favorite at Taste of Chicago will appear again this year presenting delicious recipes.
His demonstration is scheduled for Sunday, July 10 at 3:30 p.m., at the Lifeway Foods Taste Kitchen on the northwest corner of Buckingham Fountain Plaza.
Chef Tong will demonstrate how to prepare these delicious dishes:
Cucumber Cilantro Zucchini Gazpacho (featuring Lifeway Kefir)
Steamed Prince Edward Mussels in Thai Curry SauceThe 36th Annual Taste of Chicago is July 6-10 in Grant Park. Admission is free and festival hours are 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
For complete details, visit www.TasteofChicago.us.
For more information about My Private Chef, contact Event Services at 773.370.8131 or visit our web site: www.myprivatechef.net -
Chef Tong Shares Summer Menu Ideas at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store, Medinah Temple
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 2:00pm
One of Bloomingdale's favorite chefs, Chef Chris Tong returns to present a delicious Summer cooking demonstration. He will serve some of his favorite Summer dishes. And, you get to taste it all.
Chef's menu: Watermelon Gazpacho; Caribbean Spiced Shrimp with Avocado-Jicama salad, Mango Chipotle Vinaigrette; Lemon Mousse with seasonal fruit
This free cooking demonstration will take place on Saturday, June 18 from 2-4 p.m.at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple, 600 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago. Demo kitchen on 1.
We hope to see you there!
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GET A TASTE OF SPRING WITH CHEF TONG AT THE WHOLE FOODS MARKET-LINCOLN PARK COOKING SCHOOL
Monday, April 11, 2016 - 7:00pm
Celebrate spring and attend a cooking demonstration hosted by the popular Chef Chris Tong, of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef. He will present some delicious recipes perfect for spring entertaining. And, everyone gets to have a taste!
The cooking class will be held on Monday, April 11 from 7pm-8:30pm. The class is on the mezzanine level in the on-site cooking classroom at the Whole Foods Market in Lincoln Park,1550 North Kingsbury, Chicago. The cost is $10.00 per person.
Advance registration is requested to reserve your place in the class. To register for the class, call Whole Foods Market, Lincoln Park at 312.587.0648 or sign up at the Customer Service Desk. Credit card or cash payment will hold your place in the class.
Chef's Spring Menu:
Fresh Pea Soup, Crème Fraiche and Chives
Sautéed Pork Tenderloin, Red Beet and Heirloom Carrot Salad with Soy-Ginger Vinaigrette and Jasmine Rice
Fresh Strawberries, Champagne Sabayon
We hope to see you there!
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Shake Off the Winter Blues at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple
Saturday, February 27, 2016 - 2:00pm
One of Bloomingdale's favorite chefs returns to present a delicious Winter soup cooking demonstration. Chef Christopher Tong will help us shake off the winter blues with three hot soup creations that will delight your family and friends. It's a great way to face February in Chicago!
Chef Chris will serve some of his favorite bowls of comfort:
Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Cumin
Tunisian Tomato with Chickpeas and Lentils topped with Yogurt and Fresh Mint
Tangy Greek Avgolemono Chicken Soup (Egg-Lemon)
This free cooking demonstration will take place on Saturday, February 27 from 2-4 p.m.at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple, 600 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago. Demo kitchen on 1.
We hope to see you there!
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My Private Chef participates in Andersonville's Gourmet Trick or Treat Experience
Sunday, October 25, 2015 - 2:00pm
On Sunday, October 25, from 2-5 p.m., Andersonville will welcome guests to enjoy a sweet stroll through this delightful neighborhood as they participate in the Annual Dessert Crawl.
It’s a gourmet Trick or Treat experience with delectable desserts at every turn. Participating restaurants are sure to “wow” visitors with delicious and decadent gourmet desserts.
Chef Chris Tong of My Private Chef, an upscale private chef and gourmet dining service, will be serving a delicious Dark Chocolate Mousse drizzled with Blood Orange olive oil and sea salt.
Look for him on the Candy Corn Route at one of his favorite wine shops, In Fine Spirits, 5418 N. Clark.
You can choose between TWO great routes. Tickets for one route are $25. in advance and $30. on the day of the event.
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Join Chef Chris for a culinary tour of French Bistro fare at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, October 17, 2015 - 2:00pm
Chef Chris is enthusiatic about European flavors and cuisine and will prepare some wonderful French bistro fare. People who are casual cooks or lovers of gourmet food get to ask questions and come away with fabulous recipes that you can try at home. Chef Tong's menu: Steak au Poivre, Haricot Verts Herb de Provence and Chocolate Mousse with Coffee Liqueur.
The cooking demonstration will take place on Saturday, October 17 from 2-4pm at the Bloomingdale's Home and Furniture Store at Medinah Temple, 600 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Demo Kitchen on 1.
We hope to see you there!
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FRESH MENU IDEAS WITH A LATIN FLAIR AT CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN SPONSORED BY FOOD NETWORK MAGAZINE
Sunday, September 27, 2015 - 1:30pm
Foodies and their friends will be flocking to the Chicago Botanic Garden's Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden for this day of great tastes and gorgeous presentations.
Chef Chris will share how to make one of his favorite Latin influenced recipes at Chicago Botanic Garden's popular annual Garden Chef series.
He will make a delicious Chimichurri Shrimp and create a savoury Lime-Basil Sangria.
Chef Tong will give tips on ingredients and serving. And, everyone gets a taste.
Chef Chris will appear on Sunday, September 25, 2015 at 1:30pm and 2:30pm in the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden.
Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, Illinois. Admission is free. Seating is limited and is on a first-come, first serve basis.
For more information or for parking fees, call 847.835.5440 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org
We hope to see you there!
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My Private Chef appears at Chicago's Green City Market
Wednesday, August 26, 2015 - 10:30am
Chef Christopher Tong, one of Chicagoland’s most accomplished chefs and a favorite of Chicago's Green City Market puts his culinary expertise on display as he presents a cooking demonstration featuring local seasonal ingredients.
The demonstration is on Wednesday, August 26 at 10:30 am. Chef Chris will demonstrate how to prepare a delicious summertime dish.
People who are casual cooks or lovers of gourmet food get to ask questions, discuss preparation, and come away with a great recipe to try at home.The Green City Market is located at the south end of Lincoln Park between Clark and Stockton Drive. (approximately 1750 N. Clark) Admission is Free and there is discounted parking at the Chicago Historical Society parking lot off Stockton Drive. Tickets must be validated.
Hope to see you there!
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Chef Chris Appears at The Taste of Chicago 2015
Sunday, July 12, 2015 - 2:30pm
Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef, the popular private gourmet dining service will appear again this year at the Taste of Chicago, "In the Kitchen with Mariano's". Please join Chef Chris for his cooking demonstration of a delicious favorite summertime recipe. Chef will prepare Seared Shrimp, Avocado and Jicama Cocktail with Mango-Chipolte Vinaigrette.
My Private Chef's demonstration is scheduled for Sunday, July 12 at 2:30pm., at the Cooking Demonstration Stage on the northwest corner of Buckingham Fountain Plaza in Grant Park.
We hope you can join us!
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My Private Chef cooks Italian!
Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 2:00pm
Executive Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, is invited to present an Italian-themed menu at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store. His cooking demonstration will take place on Saturday, June 20, from 2-4pm at the Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple. 600 N. Wabash, Chicago, IL. Demo kitchen on 1. There will be time for questions and answers about shopping, ingredients and preparation. We hope to see you there!
