Ella Elli
6-Course Globally Inspired Brunch Event
It all began for Chicago native Chef Dan Harris when he was seven years old and helped his restaurant family organize a Thanksgiving charity luncheon. “It was the most gratifying feeling to see everyone in the dining room smiling,” says Chef Harris. “That feeling has been my driving motivation ever since. As long as the guests are happy, I couldn’t be happier.” Now, after years of working in NYC alongside legendary chefs Mario Batali at Babbo and Dave Pasternack of Esca (James Beard Award winner for “Best Chef: New York City”), Chef Harris is cooking up a storm and making his diners happy back in his hometown. Located in the heart of Lakeview, Ella Elli’s menu is mostly Mediterranean-influenced, but don’t be surprised to find Middle Eastern touches as well. Everything is scrupulously fresh and inventively flavored. We'll be taking over the restaurant for this first-ever CHI brunch event, and Chef Harris will be in and out of the kitchen to take your questions, tell his story, and share his food inspirations.
About the Host:
Dan Harris
Executive Chef
After graduating from culinary school, Chef Harris moved to NYC to hone his craft at several of the city's most acclaimed restaurants: first at Michelin-Starred Babbo under Chef Mario Batali, then at NY Times Critics' Pick Esca under Chef Dave Pasternak. He moved back to his native Chicago in 2013 when he joined the Francesca's Restaurant Group leading kitchen operations for new concepts, Davanti and DiSotto, before taking over the kitchen at Ella Elli.
The Lineup
All savory courses will be served family-style. Dessert will be portioned individually.
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Rabbit Confit Rarebit Toast
with welsh "beer-cheese"
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Fried Brussels Sprouts
with pecorino, 'nduja xo, and sunny-side egg
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Red Flannel Hash
with potatoes, beets, pastrami, bacon, and dill hollandaise
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Lamb Belly
with brown butter carrots and caraway streusel
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Banana Battered French Toast
with caramel cream cheese and molten nutella
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Meyer Lemon Pound Cake
with tarragon and chantilly cream
Ella Elli
1349 W Cornelia Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at support@tastingcollective.com after you purchase tickets to let us know.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $55 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
