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Region / Starts from: Illinois - Springfield/Chicago Travel method: Walking 3 hours

Lincoln Square: West Meets East

Explore enchanting Lincoln Square, where European ambiance mingles with a tapestry of Mediterranean and Central Asian culinary delights.

About

Experience the open air charm of sidewalk cafés and a bustling public square.
Find an epicurean treasure in a specialty market named one of Financial Times 50 Greatest Food Stores in the World.
Savor more recent tastes that arrived post-communist bloc, including the flavors of the Silk Road and the Balkan Peninsula.
Discover a piece of global history, hiding in plain sight.
Walk the streets where Little Germany, New Greektown and Koreatown converge.
Enjoy dessert in the perfect spot to linger, to shop or to enjoy a glass of wine.

Menu

Hearty and flavorful foods tell the story of changing demographics in a one of Chicago's favorite neighborhoods.

Chicago's Best Carne Asada Taco
Beet Hummus with Toasted Pistachios and Naan
Artisanal German and Polish Sausages
Flaky Balkan Style Cheese Pie and Beef Sausages
Luscious Russian Style Honey Cake

We strive to accommodate special diets. You will be able to indicate your needs during the booking process.

							
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History & Culture Historical Structures Walking Tour

What is included

Food tastings across European & Silk Road cuisines

Stops at top local markets and cafés

Guided walk through Lincoln Square’s history

Meeting point

4750 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, 60625, IL

Important information

None

Attention

UPDATED MEETING LOCATION: . Taqueria al Asadero 2213 W. Montrose. Guide will be outside. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time.

We suggest you bring water bottles along. There will be an opportunity to purchase beverages at the first stop.

What to Expect

The generous tasting menu is features hearty dumplings and sausages, plus a few light bites to make your tastebuds sing.

Gene’s Sausage Shop: Sample cured sausages in this wonderland of meats, deli salads, and European groceries.

Barba Yianni Taverna: Explore the tastes of the meze from and learn about New Greektown.

Jibek Jolu Enjoy hearty manty (dumplings) and a bright carrot salad from this Central Asian gem, offering the flavors of the Silk Road.

016 Restaurant Taste a Balkan twist on the Chicago hot dog at this welcoming Serbian spot..

Willow Cafe Indulge in the 2024 reboot of the beloved Cafe Selmarie.

Menu may change based on restaurant availability.

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