As your go-to source for everything steak, the team at Chicago Steak Company wants to answer a question we get asked often: Is a tenderloin steak the same as a perfect filet mignon? The two cuts appear to be similar…
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Whether you’re on a budget, aren’t sure how to choose top-quality steak cuts, or don’t have access to high-quality steaks in your area, it doesn’t matter. With the right techniques, you can turn a steak that’s lacking in flavor, texture,…
What makes bacon-wrapped asparagus such a standout dish? Its versatility is key. Asparagus is naturally nutrient-rich, packed with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants. Wrapping it in bacon not only enhances its flavor but also…
Chefs often seem to add wine to their favorite meals, but is it just for show to make a dish seem fancier than it is without wine? Definitely not. Experienced chefs know what they’re doing and using wine to cook…
You might not know it yet, but fresh lobster from Maine is an incredibly versatile food. It shines in some of your favorite dishes – soups, sandwiches, and pasta, to name a few – as much as it stands out…
Photo by Pedro Fernandes licensed under CC BY 2.0 Blend thick and juicy steak burgers with traditional Asian flavors with the sweetness of classic Hawaiian dishes and what have you got? An incredibly flavorful steak burger that’s nothing like the ordinary hamburgers you’re used…
The whir of a roll of the dice. The slap of an ace in a game of cards. The roar of a crowd at the roulette wheel or clang, ding and buzz of a slot machine hitting a jackpot. These…
Source: Photo by Jun Seita licensed under CC BY 2.0 This article is all about blackened steak. You know, the kind that looks like it’s straight from the bayou. Cajun-inspired steak dishes often use the blackening technique to give steaks…
At the Chicago Steak Company, we believe that some of the best steak dinners are had from the comfort and convenience of your own kitchen table. Whether prepared indoors over a cast iron skillet or over hot coals on a…
Chicago may be known as the “Windy City” but at the Chicago Steak Company, we like to think of our namesake town as Steak Capital, USA. From Midwest cattle ranchers with generations of experience in raising only the finest beef…
Photo by Larry Hoffman licensed under CC BY 2.0 95 degrees and cold steamed shrimp are calling for a perfectly crisp and refreshing Shrimp salad by the pool. I love the crunch mixed with the spice profile of the shrimp sitting between artisan bread…
The apple dressing is intended as a complementary to the roast not as a side dish. We suggest serving your roast with baked or mashed potatoes,or rice along with your favorite vegetables. Serves 4 to 8 adults. KEEP FROZEN -DO…
Fall’s already a couple weeks old. The air’s getting cooler. The leaves are changing color. And grills across America have started their yearly hibernation. Wait. What?! Well, it’s true. The temperature’s dipped by just a few degrees, and already people…
Is a Charcoal or Gas Grill Better for Steak? In meat-loving circles, few topics get argued more intensely or more often than charcoal vs. gas grills. Stumble onto any barbecue or carnivore-centric message board, and you’re sure to bump heads…