IN-HOUSE HAPPENINGS
BENTO & CO. Series 5
April 22nd - May 2nd, 2025
Our Bento & Co. collaboration brings renowned Chef Partner of Aba and Ēma,
Chef CJ Jacobson, to star in our continuing series featuring his hyper-seasonal, Mediterranean flavors. This collaboration box features a scallion chicken kefta with Fresno pepper unagi sauce, grilled eggplant with preserved lemon, miso and pomegranate, and a crunchy and savory cucumber salad.
A portion of the proceeds will go towards supporting the Greater Chicago Food Depository in their mission to fight hunger in our community.
Chef CJ Jacobson’s Bento & Co. box will be available for lunch Tuesday-Friday 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. from April 22 - May 2 for dine-in and takeout.
Quantities are limited—don’t miss out!
A Night With James Park:
A Love Letter to Chili Crisp
Thursday May 15th, 2025
A special event for just one night only! Join us as James Park, author of the celebrated cookbook Chili Crisp, takes over the West Loop with us for a special collaboration dinner. With an impressive menu combining our izakaya-style dishes with the addictive heat of James's iconic chili crisp recipes from Korean-style Mayo Tofu and Wagyu Fried Rice, all enhanced with James's signature chili crisp.
James Park will be signing books, stopping by your table, and will share the inspiration behind his unique interpretation of the cult-favorite condiment and his crave-worthy creations. The cookbook Chili Crisp and signature jars will be available for purchase the night of or can be pre-ordered when you book your seats through Resy.
Seats are limited—reserve today via the link below!