Savor World Cuisine on the Culinary Stage

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Wake up your senses at the Culinary Stage! Showcasing local, regional and world cuisines. Schedule Subject to Change. Please check back often for updates.

Saturday, January 26

Hosted by Mark DeCarlo
Actor, author and host of “Windy City Live”

Mark DeCarlo will host this two day international culinary stage that every food enthusiast has to stop by. Mark will provide a combination of entertainment and information that will have attendees looking for the ultimate international food experience.

Chef Matt Riordan, Saigon Sisters

Recipe: Green Papaya Salad with Beef Jerky, Pork and Shrimp with Fried Shallots

Experience modern Vietnamese cuisine with the Saigon Sisters and Chef Matt Riordan. Learn how to make beef jerky and a savory dressing that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Samples served following the demonstration.

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Chef Tim Matthews, Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership

Recipe: Suffed Walleye and Grilled Salmon with Chive Sour Cream

Join Chef Tim Matthews as he brings a taste of Canada to the Midwest by creating dishes harvested from the lakes, rivers, farms and soils of Northwest Ontario that tell stories of its culinary connection to the landscape that is an outdoor playground to visitors from around the globe. Samples served following the demonstration.

Chef Daniel Hilo, Philippines Tourism Board

Recipe: Bicol Express

Savor the flavors and foods of the Philippines with this cultural culinary experience that will have you agreeing with Andrew Zimmern that Filipino food is the next big craze. Samples served following the demonstration.

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Mark DeCarlo, Actor, author and host of “Windy City Live”

Mark DeCarlo Attendee Cook-off Competition
Join Windy City Live host Mark DeCarlo for this fun attendee competition where YOU get to show off your cooking skills with a mystery recipe for a chance to win a trip getaway and additional prizes. Register for your chance to enter the competition at Mark’s booth located next to the Culinary Stage.

Hosted by Mark DeCarlo
Actor, author and host of “Windy City Live”

Mark DeCarlo will host this two day international culinary stage that every food enthusiast has to stop by. Mark will provide a combination of entertainment and information that will have attendees looking for the ultimate international food experience.

Culinary + Travel Panel Hosted by Cuisine Noir Magazine
Kiratianna Freelon, Travel Blogger and Author
Linda Kissam, Culinary and Wine Expert
Mark DeCarlo, Actor, author and host of “Windy City Live”

Learn how to taste your way around the world with tips from a few experts. With culinary at the forefront of any travel experience for most travelers, our experts will share how to have the best culinary experience no matter where you go in or out of the country.

Chef Dudley Nieto, Mexico Tourism Board

Recipe: Enchiladas Mineras

Enchiladas Mineras are synonymous with Guanajuato, Mexico. The dish itself is made up of simple ingredients-- tortillas, cheese, carrots, potatoes-- yet has an intricate blend of flavors and spices brought together by the smooth guajillo chile sauce. Enchiladas Mineras literally means miner's enchiladadas, and Guanajuato was once the silver-mining capital of Mexico. Nowadays it has become a cultural mecca where the Cervantino Festival takes place, drawing people from all over the world to celebrate music, theater and the arts. Samples served following the demonstration.

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