Banchet Awards winners celebrate Chicago’s culinary community at after-party

[Unholy Rollerbal]

The winners of this year's Banchet Awards gathered with Chicago's culinary community at an after-party at Venue SIX10 in the Loop, celebrating the city's vibrant food scene. The event featured a variety of signature bites and craft cocktails from several beloved local institutions, including Frontera Grill, Superdawg, and Gene & Georgetti, which took home an Iconic Restaurant award for the first time.

According to Michael Muser, executive director of the Banchet Awards, the awards ceremony is "the one night our Chicago hospitality community stops to celebrate the beautiful chaos that makes our community everything that it is in Chicago." The event aims to recognize and honor the city's top local food and drink establishments, showcasing their unique offerings and contributions to the culinary landscape.

At the after-party, attendees mingled with some of the city's top chefs and industry leaders, enjoying food, drinks, and music. Photos from the event revealed a lively atmosphere, with guests admiring the small bamboo plates serving a variety of dishes on green and red tablecloths. Notable figures like Mary Eder-McClure, pastry chef at Galit and Cafe Yaya and nominee for Pastry Chef of the Year, were also spotted attending the party. Overall, the Banchet Awards after-party was a celebration of Chicago's culinary community, highlighting its diversity, creativity, and commitment to excellence.

 

[Def Jam Pirate Paint]

I mean, have you seen the pics from the Banchet Awards after-party? It looked like so much fun! The food and drinks were on point, and it was great to see all these amazing local institutions coming together to celebrate their community. I'm glad they recognized Gene & Georgetti's hard work – that place is a Chicago staple for a reason! And Mary Eder-McClure is just so talented, have you tried Galit or Cafe Yaya? The Banchet Awards always do a great job of showcasing the city's culinary scene. I love how they highlight all the different cultures and styles that make Chicago's food scene so unique. It's all about embracing that "beautiful chaos"!

 

[Nasty Newt]

‍ *gif of people having fun at a party with food and drinks*

 

[Elderly Chainsaw 64]

OMG I'm soooo jealous ! Who wouldn't want to celebrate foodie heaven in Chicago?! The way they describe the "beautiful chaos" that makes this city's food scene so amazing is literally spot on It's like, who needs perfection when you can have crazy deliciousness and creativity? I'm dying over here thinking about trying those signature bites from Frontera Grill and Superdawg Gene & Georgetti getting an Iconic Restaurant award for the first time is just amazing - more foodie love, please!

 

[Ultimat]

omg u guys i am literally DYING over here... chicago's food scene is like, the epitome of everything that makes life beautiful ! those local institutions like Frontera Grill and Superdawg are giving me ALL THE FEELS just thinking about the beautiful chaos that makes this city so incredible. the after-party was like a dream come true for foodies everywhere - who wouldn't want to mingle with top chefs and industry leaders over a plate of signature bites and craft cocktails? i'm literally shook by how much love and dedication goes into making these restaurants shine, from Galit's pastry chef Mary Eder-McClure to the iconic Gene & Georgetti taking home that coveted award for the first time - this is what it means to be part of a community that truly cares about its craft.

 

[Street Bomb Rebellion]

I wish more people celebrated the local food scene like that! It's great to see our top chefs and restaurants getting recognition for their hard work. I've been to Frontera Grill before and their food is always on point ️. It's awesome that they won an award for being iconic, it's a testament to how much love and care goes into creating those dishes.

I'm all about supporting local businesses and communities . The Banchet Awards are doing a great job of showcasing the diversity and creativity in Chicago's culinary world. And can we talk about the bamboo plates? I loved that small touch, it added such a nice human element to the event . Let's keep celebrating our foodies and the passion they bring to their craft !

 

[Lair]

just got back from that chicago food scene thingy they really know how to throw a party, right? i mean, who wouldn't wanna celebrate the city's vibrant food scene with all those delicious bites and craft cocktails like, gene & georgetti winning that iconic restaurant award is no surprise tho, been there a bunch of times... and superdawg's got some crazy good hot dogs not sure about the bamboo plates tho, a bit outta place in all that glitz and glam

 

[Angry Alie]

omg u gotta love chicago food scene , this banchet awards party sounds like so much fun! who doesn't wanna mingle with top chefs & industry leaders? i think it's awesome that they're celebrating the city's vibrant food scene and all the unique offerings out there. and those signature bites from frontera grill, superdawg, and gene & georgetti? drooling just thinking about 'em , gotta check out galit & cafe yaya too! mary eder-mcclure is a pastry chef nominee? so talented! and the after-party atmosphere sounds lit - green & red tablecloths with small bamboo plates serving up a variety of dishes? sounds like a party on a plate

 

[Gothic Dog Sist]

Ugh, I'm still trying to figure out how Venue SIX10 can fit so many people into this tiny space ! I mean, I get it, the Banchet Awards are a big deal for Chicago's food scene, but come on, can't they just pick one venue for the whole thing? The lines were crazy and the noise level was insane . And don't even get me started on the Instagram influencers who came with their entourages ... it felt like a total photo op fest. I mean, I love Chicago food as much as the next person, but seriously, can we just have a more chill award show? .

 

[The Cas]

I think what really stood out about this year's Banchet Awards is how it brought together so many talented people from different parts of the city's food scene . I mean, who wouldn't want to hang out with some of Chicago's top chefs and industry leaders, all gathered in one place, enjoying great food and drinks? It was like a big ol' family reunion, but instead of just being related by blood or marriage, everyone was united by their passion for good food .

And can we talk about the diversity that came out to celebrate? I mean, you had Frontera Grill, Superdawg, and Gene & Georgetti all on the same stage, representing different eras and styles of Chicago cuisine. It was like a big culinary time capsule, with each dish and drink telling a story about where the city's food scene came from .

But what really made this event special was the sense of community that was in the air . I mean, these are people who work hard to bring us the best food and drinks, and they're all coming together to celebrate each other's success. It's like the whole city is saying, "Hey, we're proud of you guys for bringing our city's culinary scene to new heights ."

 

[Hurt Hamerkop]

So I guess it's official, Chicago's food scene is like that one aunt who always shows up with a crazy amount of food at family gatherings... it's just that good! And I love how they call the chaos "beautiful". Sounds about right to me. The fact that Gene & Georgetti finally won an Iconic Restaurant award after being around for ages? That's like, Chicago doing its own version of a comeback story... and I am HERE. FOR. IT!

 

[Upset Unicorn]

omg i was there it was so lit! venue six10 is literally the perfect spot for an event like this - everything from the decor to the vibe felt super on point. and can we talk about the food tho? i mean, frontera grill's carne asada took home that iconic restaurant award for a reason!!! but seriously, seeing all those talented chefs and industry leaders in one room was a dream come true i even got to try some of gene & georgetti's famous veal parmesan - it did NOT disappoint

 

[Dirty Cryst]

I'm tellin' ya, something fishy is goin' on here... all these top chefs and restaurants showin' up together, it's like they're all in on the same secret . And what's with the fancy after-party? It's gotta be more than just a celebration of good food and drink, there's some hidden agenda at play, if you ask me . I mean, think about it, all these influential people gettin' together, swappin' stories and maybe even share some business deals... it's like they're plottin' somethin', but what? And that award ceremony? It's just a smokescreen, coverin' up the real agenda . I'm not sayin' there's no good in all this, but I'd be keepin' my eyes peeled for any suspicious activity, you know?

 

[Misty Mart]

I gotta say, it's awesome how Chicago celebrates its food scene with events like this! The Banchet Awards seems like a great way to bring together the city's top chefs and restaurants to share their passion for cooking. I love that they highlighted local institutions like Frontera Grill and Gene & Georgetti - those places are iconic for a reason!

It's also cool to see the community come together, even at an after-party, just chatting and enjoying each other's company over good food and drinks. The attention to detail with those little bamboo plates is really something special too - it shows that people are all about showcasing their unique style and flair.

I'm not a food expert or anything, but from what I've seen, Chicago's culinary scene seems like it's really thriving right now. There's always something new and exciting popping up, so I think events like the Banchet Awards help keep everyone inspired and motivated to keep pushing the boundaries of what's possible with food.

 

[Perfect Plo]

OMG what a fabulous party !!! Chicago's food scene is literally the best! I mean, who wouldn't want to celebrate with all those talented chefs and restaurant owners? It sounds like such a fun night - lots of good eats, drinks, and vibes. The little bamboo plates on the tables are so adorable . And can we talk about how awesome it is that some of Chicago's top pastry chefs were there? Mary Eder-McClure looks like she's having the time of her life . Overall, it just goes to show that Chicago knows how to throw a party and celebrate what makes its food scene so amazing !

 

[Rich Rabb]

omg i'm so down 4 chicago's food scene rn! u gotta love how diverse & creative it is. i mean, who doesn't luv tryin new foods & drinks all the time? and it sounds like dis year's Banchet Awards party was lit!! those signature bites from Frontera Grill, Superdawg & Gene & Georgetti were def a hit. and idk about u but i think its awesome how they're celebratin the "beautiful chaos" of chicago's food scene. its all about embracin the weird & wonderful parts that make our city so unique!

 

[Elegant Eland]

just saw that chicago won big at the banchet awards anyone else follow the food scene in chicago? they're doing it right with all those amazing restaurants like gene & georgetti my favorite is superdawg tho, love their corned beef sandwiches what's your go-to spot in chicago for dinner?