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Read the latest on fourth-generation Carlyn Berghoff's schedule promoting The Berghoff Family Cookbook and other events. Keep an eye on our public events schedule for upcoming book signings and other entertaining events.

Author, chef, caterer, restaurateur, CEO, wife, and mother, Carlyn Berghoff is the fourth-generation owner and operator of the Berghoff and CEO of the Berghoff Catering & Restaurant Group.

Carlyn's Latest Blog Entries

Barbecue for Celiac Too

Jul 6, 2010

I could live without a stove, but not without a grill...

My Little Sarah

Mar 8, 2010

The Celiac diagnosis

Celiac: The Great Food Challenge

Mar 5, 2010

Three months ago, I didn’t know what Celiac was. Now it's become a focus of my life and business...

200-Mile Initiative

Jul 1, 2010

I hope all of you use this summer to improve your lifestyle and your health, and food is at the very heart of it.

Spring is in the Air

Apr 5, 2010

Special event and details on how you can save a life!

St. Patty's Day

Mar 9, 2010

Chicago tradtions & St. Pat's and the Berghoff.

Super Bowl Snacks

Feb 5, 2010

Two simple, satisfying recipes that are sure to please even the hungriest football fan.

Valentine's Day for Families

Feb 12, 2010

If your family is anything like mine, the way to their hearts is through their stomachs. So have a Happy Valentine’s Day, and may you always have happy hearts and full bellies.

Wedding Season

Jan 13, 2010

Did you know 10% out of 2 million couples get engaged on Valentine’s Day?  The question is what’s the next step after your engagement?

Dessert Party

Dec 30, 2009

For all those last minute planners try a quick and easy dessert party!

New Years Eve

Dec 14, 2009

How to have a hassel free new years eve

Hassel Free Thanksgiving

Nov 17, 2009

Tips from Carlyn Berghoff for a hassel free Thanksgiving meal!

Carlyn's Book Signing

Nov 12, 2009

Find out where Carlyn Berghoff will be in November and December to buy her new cookbook and get it signed, it makes the perfect gift for the holidays!

Berghoff Survey

Oct 30, 2009

Would you be so kind to share your favorite memories of dining here at the Berghoff? And your tips and secrets on how you entertain at home? Thank you!

Berghoff Creamed Spinach

Oct 27, 2009

The Secert to the Famous Berghoff Creamed Spinach

NBC 5 Prohibition Repeal Anniversary at the Berghoff Bar - April 7th, 2010

Apr 7, 2010

Carlyn Berghoff celebrating the repeal of prohibition at the Berghoff Bar, Home of Chicago's #1…

WGN Midday Fix - March 25th, 2010

Mar 25, 2010

Carlyn Berghoff shares some sweet, gluten-free treats on WGN on March 25th, 2010.

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