The Foods of Chicago: A Delicious History

NR
1h 39m
2009

Overview

You are what you eat goes the old saying. So what can we learn about Chicagoans from the food on our plates? WTTW 11's Geoffrey Baer plays both taste-tester and tour guide, exploring the little-known stories behind Chicago's favorite foods.

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Released Date: 2009-07-09
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Top Billed Cast

Geoffrey Baer

Himself/Host

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