Well Bacon-Nation, Baconfest Chicago is pleased to announce Chicago's own Goose Island Brewery as a returning veteran of the Baconfest Chicago Sponsor family. On April 17th and 18th at the UIC Forum, they will be pouring an assortment of Goose Island brews. HUZZAH…
Dear Bacon Nation: In the spirit of the impending mayoral run-off election, we are here to report the winners of our own "internal" democratic process! Due to a combination of circumstances, no Facebook voting was required this year to narrow…
Bacon scallion pancakesScallion pancakes are a savory take out classic made so much better with our hero bacon.IngredientsHot water dough:2 c all purpose flour1 tsp salt1 c boiling waterFilling;1/2 lb Nueske's smoked bacon,crumbledReserved bacon grease1/4 c chopped scallionsDipping sauce:1/2 c…
Grand Mariner BACON JamThis Jam can be served on anything. Crusty Bread, Eggs, Ice Cream are just a few ideas.Or eaten by the spoonful because I know you want to!!!Makes one jelly jar1 1/2 lbs Nueske's Applewood Smoked Bacon chopped1…
Smoked Duck and Honey Bacon Pie with Bacon Crust Ingredients Crust: 2 Cups Flour 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup lard 1 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1 egg 1 tsp lemon juice 1/4 lbs thinly sliced bacon (think prosciutto) Filling…
Double Dark Chocolate chip Bourbon Cookies w/ Bacon, Pecans & Date Butter Brown Sugar Bourbon Eggs Flour Dark coco powder Baking soda Baking powder Salt Applewood smoked bacon Dark chocolate chips Pecans Candied dates Creaming Method: Cream the butter -…
Bacon Apple Vol-au-Vent w/Maple Bacon Hot Cocoa Filling 1 cup peeled & diced Fuji apple 1 cup of nearly crisp bacon lardons (Nueske’s Thick Sliced Applewood Smoked Bacon) 1-2 Tbsp of brown sugar Imported Triple Cream Brie sliced about 1/8in…
Description: Bacano Italiano – Bacon Lasagna, Kale Caesar Salad with Bacon, Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates, Bacon Chocolate Raspberries, Bacon Bloody Mary Outline/Ingredient List: Bacon Bloody Mary 1 Cup (or can) Campbell’s Tomato Juice 2 Shots Vodka ½ tsp Bacon…
Website - Facebook - Twitter ACME Hotel Company 15 East Ohio Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611 Phone: 312-894-0800 Email: info@acmehotelcompany.com ACME HOTEL CHICAGO is the Official Hotel of Baconfest Chicago 2015 and the host of the Bacon Month Kick-Off Cocktail Party! Best of all, this year,…
Ok Bacon Nation, By now, we hope you are all aware that Baconfest Chicago 2015 will happen on April 17-18 at the UIC Forum featuring 170 chefs from Chicago’s unrivaled restaurant scene. All are gathering to showcase their bacon-prowess in support…
Greetings Bacon Nation: By now, we hope you are all aware that Baconfest Chicago 2015 will happen on April 17-18 at the UIC Forum featuring over 170 chefs from Chicago’s unrivaled restaurant scene. All are gathering to showcase their bacon-prowess…
Website - Facebook - Twitter 2824 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647 (773) 661-1582 Hours: Open 7 Days a Week Monday through Thursday Bar 5:30pm to 12am / Dining 5:30pm to 10pm Friday and Saturday Bar 5:30pm to 12am /…
Happy New Year Bacon Nation! Baconfest Chicago (4/17 & 4/18) is T-minus 12 weeks away and we have two tasty pieces of news to share with you. Mark your calendars! General Admission Tickets ($100 + fees) go on sale at…
WEBSITE - FACEBOOK - TWITTER Address: 535 N Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: 3129553100 About: Here at Labriola Café, we believe that food is meant to be celebrated. We've found the perfect balance between European tradition and American passion. We see every…
Greetings Bacon Nation, Happy New Year to everyone out there in frosty Chicagoland. The holidays are over and if you’re like us, it’s back to work to kick off 2015. Whooohooo! A few quick updates (and an anecdote) to brighten…
Greetings Bacon Nation, And happy July to all of you. This is Andre Von Baconvitch reaching out to everyone with a personal note. I normally never mix the worlds of my "day job" (as a sound designer/composer) with that of…
Website - Facebook - Twitter Tavernita 151 W. Erie Chicago, IL 60654 Tel: 312-274-1111 Greetings Bacon Nation, On Sunday September 22, our good friends at Tavernita Restaurant are hosting a Bacon Brunch led by BFC vet and all around awesome Chef Ryan Poli.…
Dear Bacon Nation: The people have spoken! Thanks to all who voted. We had 11 contestants competing for 5 finalist slots in the Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Meats Baconfest Chicago 2012 AMATEUR COOK-OFF. The Five Finalists have been selected and are listed below ranked in…
Tennessee Sippin' Pig by Brian Polak Ingredients: Bacon Infused Jack Daniels Old Num 7 (See below) Calvados Apple Brandy Cinnamon Syrup (Torelli or equivalent brand) Nutmeg Candied Pork Belly (See below) Home Cured Bacon (See below) Grade B Real Maple…
Hello Bacon Nation, Yes. We know. SOLD OUT are the saddest two words in the English language when referencing a bacon festival for which you have no tickets. We want to help you use your imagination and creativity to find…