Brasero
5-Course Live-Fire Latin American Tasting Event
Opened in February of 2024, this West Town celebration of South American cooking has been showered with accolades, making such lists as Robb Report’s “10 Best New Restaurants in the Country,” People’s “Best Food in Chicago", and Time Out’s “Best Chicago Restaurants". (Not to leave out Brasero's being a 2025 Banchet Awards Nominee for “Best New Restaurant”!) Chef/Owner John Manion moved to São Paulo when he was eight and never looked back. He immersed himself in Latin culture, particularly on the culinary side, and, as a Chicago restaurateur, he gave the city the essential La Sirena Clandestina, followed by El Che Steakhouse & Bar, a love letter to his travels in Argentina. At Brasero, his menu ranges from banana leaf poached black cod with trout roe beurre blanc to grilled oysters with citrus garlic butter, cilantro, and plantain-cashew crumble to braised pork shank, Brazilian fried quail, scallop crudo, and so much more. We’re truly excited to visit Brasero and to experience Latin cooking at its best!
About the Host:
Adam Meyer
Chef de Cuisine
Chef Adam Meyer began his career in hospitality after the untimely passing of his brother, Steven. First honing his craft at the Bristol, he was quickly picked up by HeyChe, starting as a line cook at El Che and working his way up through the ranks to sous chef. A 2024 StarChefs "Rising Star" Award-Winner, he now serves as Chef de Cuisine at Brasero.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. This menu is Shellfish and Mushroom Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.
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Grilled and Chilled Broccolini
smoked broccoli caesar, sherry vinaigrette, candied brazil nut, pecorino
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Kavroy Salmon Ceviche
black garlic leche de tigre, charred tropea salsa, avocado puree, house-made plantain chip
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Smoked Pork Belly
saffron risotto, hot sauce, aji verde
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Short Rib
braised short rib, feijoada risotto, apple-herb salad
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Chocolate Budino
vanilla wafer pretzel crunch, dulce de leche, whipped cream
Brasero
1709 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Event FAQs
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). At this event, Chef will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Nuts, Gluten, Fish, Cheese, and Milk/Cream. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this info in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) before or right after purchasing your tickets so that Chef can prepare accordingly.
