Spring is finally here and there’s no better way to celebrate at the dinner table than by serving salmon with seasonal ingredients like peas and fresh herbs. This recipe from Billy Dec calls for wild salmon, which is worth seeking out for its wonderful firm texture and robust flavor, not …
Chicago Tribune Reviews The Duck Inn
Check out this amazing review of our sister venue, The Duck Inn! For a restaurant that’s been open a little more than three months, The Duck Inn has deep roots. The Bridgeport restaurant, created in December by chef Kevin Hickey (as part of his partnership with Rockit Ranch Productions), occupies …
Rockit Ranch Highlighted As A Major Restaurant Group In Chicago By DiningOut
It all began in 2004, when Rockit Bar & Grill opened its doors. Made up of committed individuals who pride themselves on their understanding of the culinary and entertainment industry, Rockit Ranch Productions is headed by CEO/Founder Billy Dec, President/Partner Arturo Gomez, and Chairman/Founder Brad Young. Rockit Ranch Productions has …
DNA Info: Chef Kevin Hickey Says ‘Bridgeport is Ready’ for The Duck Inn
BRIDGEPORT — The inspiration for the Duck Inn, the new 1960s-style tavern serving gourmet food, isn’t necessarily steeped somewhere in the memory of revered chef and neighborhood native Kevin Hickey. Sure, the name resurrects Hickey’s great grandmother’s short-lived, Depression-era lunch counter at 35th and Ashland. And of course he remembers …
Today Show: Cook Turkey and Stuffing 3 Ways
Sick of the same old turkey and stuffing? Try something new this Thanksgiving. Billy Dec, Suzanne Vizethann and Anthony Scotto are imparting some of their Thanksgiving creativity and flavor in such classics as the turkey and stuffing. Here are their recipes, which incorporate some Italian, Latin and Southern flair. View …
Rockit Bar & Grill Celebrates 10 Years with Re-Design
River North’s Anchor Undergoes Rock-Forward Relaunch Chicago, IL – After 10 successful years as one of the iconic pioneers of the vibrant River North neighborhood, Rockit Bar & Grill is going back to its roots with a complete re-design that will once again cut against the grain and reveal a …
DiningOut Magazine Names Rockit Ranch Productions the Place to See and be Seen
The venues of ROCKIT RANCH PRODUCTIONS have long been known as hot spots for celebrities. Robin Thicke, Katy Perry, Kanye West, Nelly, and Miley Cyrus have all busted a move at the Underground Chicago {theundergroundchicago.com}. And Kate Upton has graced the nightclub with her presence, as has Lebron James. Over …
Billy Dec Discusses Red Orchid Theatre’s Annual Gala with ABC7
A Red Orchid Theatre’s critically-acclaimed productions attract diverse audiences from across the country every year. This year, the theatre celebrates 22 successful years of exceptional, ensemble-based theater in Chicago with its annual gala on Nov. 8. Co-hosts for the event are Academy Award Nominee Michael Shannon, who co-founded A Red …
Eater: The Duck Inn Takes Home “Top Dog” Prize at Food Network in Concert
The Food Network invaded the tony suburb of Highland Park this past Saturday to deliver the first ever Food Network in Concert. The event, held at the idyllic venue Ravinia, was a success, packing in more than 10,000 attendees who enjoyed a day of food, drinking, demonstrations, panels, music and camping …
The Restaurant Guru Has His Eye On The Duck Inn
It seems like just yesterday we were reporting on yet-to-open restaurants we were excited about. Actually, it was June and there were 20 of them. Some have opened, while others have toyed with our patience. Following a previous blog post earlier this month detailing some newly opened spots, here’s another roundup checking in …