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AURELIO’S EXPANDS
Above: The Duck Inn sources its ducks from Culver Farms in Indiana. “We receive fresh, whole Pekin breed ducks every other day,” said Chef Kevin Hickey. “The head and feet are used to make the sauce. The breasts are removed and the rest of the duck is injected with a brine and allowed to hang for 24 hours to dry the skin. The duck is then put on the rotisserie for 2 hours and rested for 30 minutes. We pan-roast the breasts to order and crisp the legs and thighs and the extra skin. The duck is served with a seasonal salad tossed with the potatoes cooked under the duck in the rotisserie in hot duck fat.”
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Aurelio’s, Chicagoland’s premier family pizzeria, opened its newest flagship location at 1212 S. Michigan Ave. in Chicago. The South Loop location features a full bar, over 20 beers on tap, and a roof deck with gorgeous views of Grant Park. “Our customers have been asking for a long time when we’ll open a location in downtown, and now we have a great location central to all things truly Chicago” said Joe Aurelio, President and CEO of Aurelio’s Pizza. “We’re excited to show Chicago what great thin crust pizza, quality food, exceptional service, and new traditions are all about.” Food continues the Aurelio’s tradition of customers ordering “pizza by the numbers.” They maintain a large selection from traditional, thin crust and stuffed. “Our mission is about honoring and celebrating families, maintaining authenticity and being a valuable asset to the community,” said Aurelio’s President Joe Aurelio. “As we open new restaurants, it’s important to us that we find our place within the community and actively participate in what’s happening there whether that’s hosting parties after Little League games, or networking functions for the Chamber of Commerce.” Aurelio’s Pizza is at 1212 S. Michigan Ave. They offer traditional dining, take-andbake and catering. Aurelios’ has their own app for easier ordering that uses their signature “Joe sent me!” prompt. Their full menu offers pasta, salads, subs, sandwiches and Calabrese. Aurelio’s Pizza is Chicago’s oldest pizza chain, and the fifth oldest in the nation. They began franchising in 1974. For our review, see AROUND CHICAGO on page 13.
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