As White Sox Kick Off 2008 Season, Two-Foot Long Hot Dog, New Concessions and Skyline Bar Headline Culinary Line-Up
[Chicago, IL] – As White Sox fans gear up for the 2008 baseball season, Levy Restaurants, the restaurant company that provides premium catering for U.S. Cellular Field is also getting ready in the kitchen. Levy Restaurants Executive Chef Olegario Soto has spent the off-season working on some exciting new additions to the menu, which will debut at the White Sox season opener on Monday, April 7th in the Jim Beam Club, the Stadium Club, United Scout Lounge, Diamond Suites and Club Level.
In 2008, fans will see several additions to US Cellular Field, including the renovation of the Skyline Bar on the Club Level, a new small plates concession concept and several new menu items throughout the ballpark. From the traditional fan favorites such as the Chicago Dog and Polish Sausage, to more upscale cuisine in the newly renovated Stadium Club and Jim Beam Club, Executive Chef Ole Soto has truly created something for everyone. Highlights include:
• Doubleheader Dog: New! This new two-foot long hot dog served in its own carrying case is the first of its kind in the major leagues. Meant to share, this dog will be served at the new Southside Grill on the Club Level.
• Skyline Bar: New menu items! Located on the Club Level, this Skyline Bar will feature a Chef’s Table with BBQ favorites such as Bourbon BBQ Beef Brisket, Bourbon glazed Chicken wings and traditional side dishes. The Skyline Bar will offer several small batch bourbons and well as hand selected wines. This bar is accessible to all White Sox fans with Club Level tickets.
• Small Plates, Major Flavor Concession Concept: New! Also located on the Club Level, this new small plates concession stand will serve food appetizer-style, in smaller portions that are easy to eat on the go. Menu items will change throughout the season but will include Fried Macaroni and Cheese, Quesadillas, Spicy Chicken Wings, Mini Sandwiches and Stuffed Mushrooms.
• Stadium Club, United Scout Lounge & Jim Beam Club: New menu items! The Stadium Club, located above right field is a membership club for season ticket holders. United Scout Lounge seats are directly behind home plate while the lounge has direct access from Gate 3. The Jim Beam Club, located above the seats behind home plate has enclosed seating with open windows. These premium areas at U.S. Cellular Field all offer Chef’s Table selections. Highlights this year in the Clubs will include a daily menu offering items such as rack of veal, lobster and spinach lasagna and whole wheat pasta salad. The team has also introduced the Chef’s Harvest table that features local and organic produce as well as sustainable menu items including Midwestern Corn Risotto, Roasted Garlic Field Dale Farms Chicken and fresh Apple Tarte Tatin.
Executive Chef Ole Soto will be available for interviews and to provide culinary tours of the new concessions, Stadium Club, Jim Beam Club, United Scout Lounge and Diamond Suites for the media. For more information or recipes or interviews, please contact Lauren Fimbres at 312.829.8326 ext. 263 or by e-mail at lauren@teamworksmedia.com.
ABOUT LEVY RESTAURANTS
Levy Restaurants was founded in Chicago in 1978 and is recognized as one of America’s fastest growing and most critically acclaimed restaurant companies, and is the leader in premium sports and entertainment dining concessions. Levy’s diverse and expansive portfolio includes award-winning restaurants such as James Beard-winning Spiaggia and Bistro 110 in Chicago, Fulton’s Crab House and Wolfgang Puck’s Grand Café at Walt Disney World Resort, and renowned sports venues, such as Wrigley Field in Chicago, Lambeau Field in Green Bay, STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, and American Airlines Arena in Miami, and events including Super Bowls, World Series, Kentucky Derbies, and the Grammy Awards. For further details on Levy Restaurants, visit www.levyrestaurants.com.
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