The Purple Pig has been creating accessible fine dining in Chicago for more than a decade, with accolades such as being named to the 2010 “10 Best New Restaurants in America” by Bon Appétit magazine list, and recipient of the 2014 James Beard “Rising Chef” award, given to chef and owner, Jimmy Bannos, Jr. Bannos isn’t new to the restaurant industry, however–Chef’s father, Jimmy Bannos is as well-known for the legendary New Orleans inspired “Heaven on Seven.” Their use of food in fun and inventive ways has kept the menu fresh for more than a decade. Dubbed “the Prince of Pork” by former Food & Wine editor Dana Corwin, the Michigan Ave hotspot boasts “cheese, wine, and swine” as its specialties–all while honoring the incredible flavors of Spain, Greece, Italy, and beyond.