Experience James Beard, Rising Star Chef 2014 - Jimmy Bannos Jr.'s delectable cuisine. Jimmy, a fourth-generation restaurateur, honed his skills by working with nationally famous chefs. He was mentored by his father, Jimmy Bannos (Chef/Owner of Heaven on Seven), and boosted his knowledge through training by nationally famous chefs as a fourth generation restaurateur. The Purple Pig has won various honors since opening in 2009, including being named one of Bon Appétit magazine's "10 Best New Restaurants in America" in 2010 and being a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand recipient since 2011. Dana Cowin (former Cooking and Wine Editor-in-Chief) has dubbed Jimmy Jr. the "Prince of Pork," and he takes his passion of Mediterranean food to the Windy City in entertaining, imaginative ways – at this rustic sharable plate restaurant conveniently located on the Magnificent Mile. The restaurant, which is located at 444 North Michigan Avenue, serves cheese, swine, and wine, among other meals, that...More