Taste of Chicago is back for 2023, and this year, it’s celebrating Hip Hop 50. The annual food festival will feature a lineup of hip hop legends, including Doug E. Fresh, EPMD, KRS-One, and Slick Rick. Other performers include singer-songwriter Lupita Infante, trailblazing Dominican-American hip hop group Proyecto Uno, and Chicago-based band Whitney.
In addition to the music, Taste of Chicago will also feature a wide variety of food from over 35 vendors. There will be everything from classic Chicago favorites like deep dish pizza and Italian beef to more exotic fare from around the world.
The festival will also have a number of family-friendly activities, including a kids’ zone with games, rides, and face painting. And of course, no Taste of Chicago would be complete without the beer garden, which will feature a variety of local and national craft beers.
Taste of Chicago is a free event, and it’s one of the best ways to experience the best of Chicago food and culture. So mark your calendars for September 8-10, and head to Grant Park for a weekend of fun.
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Here are some additional details about the event:
- Dates: Friday, September 8 – Sunday, September 10, 2023
- Time: 11am – 10pm each day
- Location: Grant Park, Chicago, IL
- Admission: Free
- Food vendors include: Cumin Club Indian Kitchen, Sapori Trattoria, Arun’s Thai Restaurant, The Original Rainbow Cone, Healthy Substance Kitchen, LC Pho Restaurant, Yum Dum, Churro Factory (Xurro), African Food Palace, Porkchop, The Eli’s Cheesecake Company, Esperanza, Robinson No. 1 Ribs, Classic Cobbler Baked Goods Company, Tacotlan, JJ Thai Street Food and more
- Music: Masters of the Mic: Hip Hop 50, Lupita Infante, Proyecto Uno, Whitney, and more
- Family-friendly activities: Kids’ zone, games, rides, face painting, and more
- Beer garden: Variety of local and national craft beers
Here are some tips for attending Taste of Chicago:
- Plan your day: Decide what food you want to try and what music you want to see. There’s a lot to see and do at Taste of Chicago, so it’s helpful to have a plan.
- Bring cash: Some vendors don’t accept credit cards, so it’s a good idea to bring some cash with you.
- Wear comfortable shoes: You’ll be doing a lot of walking, so opting to wear comfortable shoes will make things more enjoyable.
- Bring sunscreen: It can get hot in Chicago in September, so bring sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
- Have fun! Taste of Chicago is a great way to experience the best of Chicago food and culture. So relax, have fun, and enjoy the festival.
