Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe Earth Day “Wild Things” Specials

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Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe Earth Day “Wild Things” Specials

CHICAGO—Prairie Fire (215 N. Clinton in Chicago; 312-382-8300) and Prairie Grass Cafe (601 Skokie Blvd.; Northbrook, Ill.; 847-205-4433) are honoring Earth Day April 22, offering delicious dinner specials featuring Spring Lamb and foraged “Wild Things”.

Award-winning chefs, Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris, are preparing specials including Sautéed Ramps with ramp “butter” crustini for $15; Wild Striped Bass in a crunchy breadcrumb crust over spring morels and river valley mushroom ragout with “Three Sisters Garden” pea shoot sauce and a petite salad for $31; and Grilled Lamb Skewers with wild watercress pesto, grilled spring onions, dandelion greens, croutons and warm local bacon vinaigrette for $26. Top off the evening with a “Prairie Organic” Vodka Martini with wild watercress pesto stuffed olives for $10.

Both Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe support local sustainable farms; farms highlighted for Earth Day are River Valley Ranch, Three Sisters Garden, Mint Creek Farm, Maple Creek Farm, Nichol’s Farm and Orchard and Oriana’s Oriental Orchard.

Don’t miss the opportunity to win a one-hour consultation with Jeanne Pinsof Nolan, founder of The Organic Gardner, helping families grow organic vegetable gardens. Prairie Fire is giving away a gift certificate for an Urban Container Garden Consultation. Prairie Grass Cafe is giving away a gift certificate for a Backyard Garden Consultation. To make a reservation, call Prairie Fire at (312) 382-8300 or Prairie Grass Cafe at (847) 205-4433.

About Chef Sarah Stegner
Two-time James Beard award-winner, Sarah Stegner, is co-chef and co-owner of Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe. This Evanston, Ill. native grew up in a family devoted to food, thus setting the foundation for her passionate and successful career as one of America’s most respected chefs.

Stegner graduated with a chef’s certificate from the Glencoe, Ill. Dumas Pere Cooking School.

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She went on to build her prestige reputation at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Chicago, establishing her friendship with now business partner, Chef George Bumbaris. Even through her impressive award-wining history, Stegner remains modest and passionate about using the best seasonal ingredients to be found. Stegner is co-founder of Chicago’s Green City Market—a weekly venue for Midwest sustainable farmers.

About Chef George Bumbaris
George Bumbaris, co-chef and co-owner of Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe (along with Stegner), became instantly hooked the first time he experimented in the kitchen. After completing his studies at the Glencoe, Ill. Dumas Pere Cooking School, Bumbaris began a 21-year journey at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Chicago.

Among his many accomplishments, Bumbaris took first-place in the Bucouse D’or American Culinary Gold Cup and first-place for the United States in the 26th Prix Culinaire International Pierre Taittinger. His skills were highly reflected in reviews as he worked his way up to executive chef at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Chicago. Bumbaris was thrilled to start a new chapter at Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe, developing a menu that is fun and accessible.

About Prairie Fire
Prairie Fire (215 N. Clinton in Chicago; 312-382-8300) brings the world of fine-dining to an accessible level of casual dining, using the freshest of ingredients to reflect the season. Prairie Fire supports Chicago’s Green City Market and local sustainable farms. Serving innovative American comfort food, Prairie Fire takes pride in their homemade products including handcrafted sausages, salad dressings, ice cream and desserts. Prairie Fire is located two blocks from the Ogilvie Metra terminal and just steps from the CTA Clinton St. Station. Special offerings include valet service and private space for special events. Prairie Fire serves lunch Monday - Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; dinner Monday - Thursday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundays 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, please call (312) 382-8300 or visit www.prairiefirechicgo.com.

About Prairie Grass Cafe
Prairie Grass Cafe (601 Skokie Blvd.; Northbrook, Ill.; 847-205-4433) supports Chicago’s Green City Market and local sustainable farms, selecting the freshest ingredients to reflect the season. Prairie Grass Cafe currently serves lunch Monday - Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and dinner Monday - Sunday; Tuesday - Thursday 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Monday and Sunday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Prairie Grass Cafe also serves breakfast Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays 9:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Light fare is available in the bar Monday through Friday 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, please call (847) 205-4433 or visit www.prairiegrasscafe.com.

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