Thursday, February 14, 2008

The Must Eat Restaurants of Chicago

Tru - Opned May of 1999
Location -676 N Saint Clair St, Chicago, IL
Price Range - $95.00 for a three course meal, to $250


A subtle environment with neutral colors, in everything from its flowers, table clothes, chairs, and even the staff clothing, but all of these neutral colors are contrasted by bright and vibrant colors on their art work and displays.








Famouse Chefs : Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand











"Trmonto is a blend of mad scientist and magician in the kitchen. He is innovative, creative and somewhat an illusionist" - Pat Bruno, Chicago Sun-Times

Trmonto was named Best Chef : Midwest Region in 2002 by The James Beard Foundation, following up on a Best New Restaurant nomination from The Foundation in 2000.







"What is most captivating about TRU is the irrepressible creative energy of Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand, the partners who own the restaurant . Mr. Tramonto oversees the savory side of the menu, while Ms. Gand handles desserts; both create delicious original dishes that look as if they belong in an art museum."
- Dennis Ray Wheaton, New York Times


The Savory side of the meal that is usually prepared by Tramonto.
Tomato Foam, Basil Oil

Lobster Bisque, Lobster Ceviche

Carrot Parfait, Carrot Juice Reduction

Wild Mushroom Terrine, Truffle Vinaigrette









This is the sweeter side of things with

one of Gale Gandes Desserts

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese CrottinCarrot Cake with Cream Cheese Crottin

4 stars (out of four)

Rating key:

4: Outstanding

3: Excellent

2: Very good

1: Good Satisfactory

Unsatisfactory

4

"Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand,

the dynamic husband-wife team

that created a sensation as the

original chefs of Trio in Evanston,

are back (in partnership with Rich Melman)

with Tru, which is every bit the

fine-dining shrine that one would

expect from these culinary heavyweights."

- Phil Vettel

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