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8-22-2005 @5:02PM Queijo said... Having taken the tour, which clocked in at 5.5 hours, I can attest to the goodness of Mr. Achatz's recipe for time travel. I'm a huge fan -- been indulging in his over the top cuisine since he worked at Trio in Evanston. The man pushes the envelope -- the dining experience at Alinea is about engaging the five senses, and almost every dish succeeds. If you can get a reservation, it is definitely worth the $400+ you will pay for the wine pairing/tour, should you choose that route. The service is friendly, the food delicious, the dining room understated and quiet.
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8-22-2005 @9:32PM Queijo said... Having taken the tour, which clocked in at 5.5 hours, I can attest to the goodness of Mr. Achatz's recipe for time travel. I'm a huge fan -- been indulging in his over the top cuisine since he worked at Trio in Evanston. The man pushes the envelope -- the dining experience at Alinea is about engaging the five senses, and almost every dish succeeds. If you can get a reservation, it is definitely worth the $400+ you will pay for the wine pairing/tour, should you choose that route. The service is friendly, the food delicious, the dining room understated and quiet.
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