I ADORE the Beautiful Rind. It is truly the jack of all trades of a business, operating not only as…read morea restaurant, but also a store for all your charcuterie needs and a space offering a diverse array of educational, fun, and unique classes. The staff there is truly into their craft and provide the best time for all their services. I finally got to try their sandwiches after years of coming for their charcuteries and various classes (all of which you truly cannot go wrong with), and they were to die for. We split their classic grilled cheese and the TBB and they were both nothing short of phenomenal. The grilled cheese comes with tomato soup which was delicious, and you're able to choose a side for all their sandwich options (we chose arugula salad, which was perfectly lemony). My one and only suggestion would be to offer a toasted option for the TBB sandwich, but it was also truly great as is - I would definitely get both again! Also a random rec but they carry a pretty hard to find red sparkling wine that is AMAZING - Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco Amaible, must try!

We stopped in at about 8pm on a Saturday. The restaurant portion was hopping, with many people…read moredining and chatting, but the cheese counter was our destination. We had great help from Emily as we made selections. Beautiful Rind has a fine variety that included several domestic and import cheeses I hadn't seen before. I would've loved to have gotten some of the soft rind cheeses available, but alas, I was traveling the next day and needed more durable cheeses! I bought four small wedges plus a goat caramel from the counter. I would be glad to return here on another trip to Chicago!

An unforgettable cooking class--pure joy from start to finish!…read more I cannot rave enough about this cooking class. Four friends and I signed up on a whim, and it turned into one of the most memorable evenings we've had together in ages. The highlight was learning how to make fresh fettuccine from scratch--yes, from scratch--and somehow the instructor Jason made the whole process feel both totally doable and ridiculously fun. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and buzzing with good energy. Jason was patient, hilarious, and incredibly knowledgeable, guiding us through every step without ever making it feel intimidating. Before long, we were kneading dough, rolling it out like pros, and cheering each other on as our pasta strands got longer and more impressive. And the best part? Sitting down together at the end to enjoy the meal we created. The pasta was unbelievably fresh--silky, tender, and honestly better than many restaurant dishes I've had. Unfortunately, we ate so fast. We forgot to take a picture! Sharing that meal with friends made it even more special. After we ate, we were entertained by the fabulous Yuiza Beach! A local entertainer from Rogers Park. She was funny and charismatic, and kept us in stitches the whole time! Her performance was as fabulous as she was If you're looking for a unique, hands-on experience that blends learning, laughter, and seriously delicious food, this class is a must. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Highly, highly recommended!

Had a team cooking event here--the food is just okay but the experience is fun! They try their best…read moreto make things lively from start to finish, but it can also feel a little frazzled and disorganized. Still had a great time.

There is something so quaint and cozy about this wonderful wine and cheese shop! We were introduced…read moreto Marche by some friends, and now we make monthly trips to stock up on all of our dips, meats, & cheeses! I love how adventurous you can be. The kind staff is always giving out samples and asking how they can help if you're unsure what you like. They introduced us to some fabulous French wine last time, which we usually never drink! The sandwiches are also fantastic - the Serrano is the BEST!!!

As you walk in, you can't help but feel as if you were transported straight to the heart of Paris…read more From the decorations to the cheese, every last detail makes it feel authentic. Everyone is always super kind and helpful! Which, really adds to the cozy French feel. They have seating indoors and outdoors. And, everything is sparkling clean! I've tried so many of there different cheeses, cured meats, breads, and sandwiches over the years. That, I can honestly say that it's all incredibly delicious! I've even stopped in for a glass of wine. Which, was incredible as well! Everything is perfect here! Also, if you're looking for anything to add to your charcuterie board. They'll have it here! From crackers, to chocolate covered almonds, to any cheese or cured meats thatthat you can think of. They have it all! So, stop by and enjoy yourself. You won't regret it.

Friendly staff. Chill seating & pleasant music. Ube latte was delicious. My preschooler liked the…read moreoverhead lights; he said they look like dandelions. Highly recommend.

Such a warm and cozy cafe. Grab something to go or stay awhile, this place is IT. They have…read morecoffees, teas, and specialty lattes. I went with an iced peppermint tea and it was very refreshing. I also tried the guava and cream cheese pastry and my goodness this was insanely delicious. The pastry dough is crispy, flakey and fluffy. The guava jam and cream cheese was sweet and not overly sweet. I stopped in on a weekend morning and throughout my time here there was a constant flow of customers coming and going. Staff members were able to keep up with the influx of weekend customers. Within 5 minutes of placing my order my items were ready to be picked up at the front counter.

Love this place! A well curated selection of fun and tasty delights. Definitely the spot for all…read morethe most import provisions.

It's a wonderful little shop with all kinds of gifts, foods, spirits, etc. if you need a nice…read morebottle of wine or a great gift, it's really a one stop shop. The employees are also wonderful and very helpful!

Five stars, fo shoooo! A group of coworkers and I were in town for a few days together and on the…read morelast night, we were treated to a charcuterie workshop with Cheers to cheese. They came to us, and our office building has a beautiful ,exclusive rooftop. It was the perfect backdrop on an absolutely wonderful afternoon. All of the materials were available, not just the cheese and meats and all that. But also knives, cutting boards, etc. The owner was our instructor and she was the sweetest. Each person in the group got their own kit and they gave us advice on how to arrange things based on flavors and type of item, encouraged our designs and it was really fun. The amount of food we got was insane. I would totally recommend Cheers to Cheese for team gatherings, bachelorette parties, all that stuff. I mean.. Just look at the photos (heart eyes).

i ordered a $100 platter and paid $50 for delivery....the platter was messy and small...not at all…read morewhat was pictured. I reached out to the company and no response. 1/4 of the platter was grapes.

I really enjoyed the couple of hours I sat here waiting for my car maintenance to be finished. The…read morestaff was super friendly and helpful in guiding me to a wine (or two) I would like. The truffle popcorn was really yummy and definitely big enough to share. The variety is not what you'd find at some standard spot. This wine list is curated and it shows. Inside is cozy and inviting. Looking forward to trying more wine there again soon!

Best store of any kind in the whole world...Truffle popcorn? Delicious!! Da staff? Da BEST!!!…read moreAmbiance? So cool and comfy...and, oh! These wonderful folks sell fabulous beverages!

Love this wine shop!…read more Cute place right by the Jarvis red line. Nice light wood-themed interior, super friendly and talkative staff. The prices are fantastic as well. I've been a couple times for the Friday wine tastings and a couple times just for food and wine with friends. I've always loved everything I've tried from their rotating wine selection, and the flatbreads they offer make for a solid meal. I definitely expect to be back many times!

I happened to be walking by and saw they had Malbec by the glass, so I knew I had to stop in…read more There's cozy seating outdoors, and it was just a beautiful day to enjoy a glass of wine. There was a very nice waiter who checked on me periodically. When I visited, they only had flatbread from the menu available, so I ended up eating somewhere else, but based on the shop and their menu, they have a lot of different wine and other beverage options so I hope to go back for happy hour soon.

My mother-in-law and I took the French Macaron 101 class on Sunday and loved it! Jerry (the owner…read moreand teacher) was both knowledgeable and patient - he was very thorough with explanations and answered all of our questions. The class was structured well, and I feel like I could try making macarons again after this class! You get sent home with the how-to packet, as well as emailed a troubleshooting packet, and instructions on how to make the buttercream filling. It was the right mix of explanation and hands on experience. Overall both of us really enjoyed this class! At the end you get to fill some macarons for you to take home and enjoy later. My husband also loved them! Fun fact: if you go to 4 classes you get your fifth one free. Also if you have 5 people you can do a private class which sounds so fun! Can't wait to come back again.

For our annual holiday get together at The Kemper Golf Club, part of the festivities included…read morecookie decorating, provided by Give Me Some Sugar. Chef Jerry and Thomas were just too adorable and so very helpful in getting up set up as well as explaining the use of the various frostings in the tubes, showing us the proper way to not only get the frosting out of the tubes but how to apply it to the cookie, They were so helpful, making sure we had everything we needed. As we got to the end of the activity, we didn't even have to get up to get the provided boxes to put our cookies in....they brought them over. I did not eat my decorated cookies because I am not a fan of frosting on cookies, but the three plain ones I saved were delish the next day when I had them with my morning coffee. What I liked about the activity was that Chef Jerry and Thomas were there to make sure all of the tables had what they needed and to answer questions, but they were not micromanaging us. They allowed us to do our thing and have fun. Honestly when I heard what the activity was going to be, I wasn't feeling it. But Tom and Jerry (just had to say that one...HAHAHAHA) made it a very fun experience.