Friday, December 19, 2008

Chicago 2008: Sepia Update

Whilst I still have about 45 posts in draft form due to a terrible travel schedule, I felt compelled to skip enhancing my readers' culinary vision for a moment to pen another few words regarding Sepia. I think I have mentioned before that Sepia was hands down my #1 new restaurant in Chicago back in late 2007; since that time, it has only improved. Like the fine and eclectic wines that they have picked for their continuously refreshed wine list, this restaurant has matured beautifully.

I have taken the occasion to dine with clients, family and friends alike at Sepia no less than 15 times this year, and each time the menu is executed to perfection. The staff is always knowledgeable, courteous and fun. Many of my dining partners have said that the pork chop is the best they have ever had, hands down. And these are pork people. I myself am partial to the game dishes that rotate through the entree selections. Most recently, I sampled the Elk Chop, which was a large-portioned, perfectly cooked and seasoned masterpiece for the Winter-y months. In addition, the always amazing grilled calamari dish is sure to please first-time diners.

So, I entreat Chicago-area folks to sample the amazing cuisine of Chef Duque before he is whisked away by the Obamas to Washington as has recently been rumored.

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