May 14, 2026
Sweet Home Chicago:A Taste of History With Portillo’s Lunch!
Central Park West
1500 Forest Gate Rd OAK BROOK, IL 60523
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Join history speaker Tim Wilsey for a delicious journey through Chicago’s most iconic food origins! Learn how a small hot dog stand grew into Portillo’s, unravel the mystery behind who really invented deep dish pizza, and discover how gyros found their way into the Windy City. We’ll even take a flavorful detour to Harry Caray’s famous Chicken Vesuvio and more local favorites.
And the best part? We’ll be enjoying a Portillo’s lunch with the program! So come hungry for both stories and Chicago-style favorites.
This tasty trip down memory lane will have your mouth watering and your Chicago pride shining.

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Senior

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Central Park West at Central Park West

May 14, 2026ThursdayAdd to calendar
Ages 60-255 · Co-Ed
Central Park West1500 Forest Gate Rd OAK BROOK, IL 60523View Map
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