Congratulations to the finalists for the Illinois Meetings + Events‘ 2014 Best of Awards! We look forward to celebrating with each of you at our Best of Awards on Thursday, May 21 at Pinstripes – Chicago, where the winners will be announced. Best Nightlife Event Space THE WINNER IS: The Underground Chicago | 312.943.7600 …
“I hope that visiting chefs experience the diversity and depth of our culinary scene,” Kevin Hickey, Food and Beverage Director for Rockit Ranch Productions told me while the red carpet was quickly moving into the overly crowded Lyric Opera building for the main event. “And having the awards here? That …
Many of the nation’s top food and drink luminaries descended on the Lyric Opera House in the Loop last night for Chicago’s first time hosting the James Beard Awards, the top honors for restaurants and chefs in the country. Chicago’s finest restaurants and bars pulled out all the stops, first on …
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 …
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 …
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 …
