Help! Searching for Email from HO on Chicago Restaurants

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Discussion Overview

This thread revolves around participants discussing their experiences and suggestions regarding dining options in Chicago, particularly in relation to an email from the Home Office that some participants are trying to recall. Various restaurant recommendations, personal experiences with food budgeting, and strategies for eating affordably during a conference are shared.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about an email from the Home Office regarding Chicago restaurants and seeks assistance in locating it.
  • Another participant shares a website they frequently use for restaurant information in Chicago.
  • Several participants mention specific restaurants they are aware of, including PF Changs, Cheesecake Factory, and Hard Rock Cafe.
  • One participant suggests the idea of cooking in their hotel room to save on dining costs.
  • Another participant highlights various dining options at Navy Pier and Water Tower Place, mentioning specific restaurants they enjoyed.
  • Some participants discuss budgeting for meals, with one noting that they spent only $40 on food during a previous conference.
  • Several participants mention the availability of breakfast and lunch provided by Pampered Chef, which reduces overall meal costs.
  • One participant shares their experience of splitting meals to save money and calories.
  • Another participant recommends Eleven City Diner and Dominick's Grocery for affordable food options.
  • Some participants express enjoyment of specific food items, such as Chicago mix popcorn and pastries from Dominick's.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the necessity of budgeting for meals, with some participants suggesting that dining out can be affordable while others emphasize the potential high costs. No clear consensus emerges regarding the email from the Home Office.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to dining during conferences, including strategies for managing food costs and recommendations for specific locations in Chicago.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants attending events in Chicago may find this thread useful for gathering dining options and budgeting strategies based on shared experiences.

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OK! Maybe I am crazy which I do not deny! HAHAHA But I thought that a little bit (maybe a couple weeks ago) we got an email from HO about some resturants and things in Chicago... am I missing something? Does anyone have that or is it on CC? I cannot find it anywhere!!!!!
 
Re: ResturantsI'm not picky about restaurants, I'm just psyched that Starbucks is basically across the street from my hotel! Waahoo!
 
Re: ResturantsI know their is a PF Changs, a Cheesecake Factory, and a Hard Rock Cafe- not sure were but I know people in my group have gone to them places.
 
Re: ResturantsI may just bring a hotplate and cook in my room! Eating out isn't gonna be cheap!
 
Re: Resturantshttp://www.navypier.com/ has several also. We love Bubba Gump's, and my DH said there is a Mexican restaurant inside of the main building on the Pier that was very good. There are a few other places as well. Water Tower Place along Michigan Ave. has several good places to eat, plus lots of shopping- all under one roof. One is called 'foodlife' - it is sort of Cafeteria meets Food-court- CHICAGO-style....upscale. BEHIND that is a restaurant we liked, I think it was called "Mity Nice". I linked http://www.shopwatertower.com/'s website so you can see all the food AND shopping.Found this also:
North Michigan Ave Restaurants
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The Sheraton would be just off of the lower right of that image, along the river (follow "Lower Water St).
 
Re: Resturantsthat's a tempting thought Brenda!
 
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Brenda.the.chef said:
I may just bring a hotplate and cook in my room! Eating out isn't gonna be cheap!
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Seriously Brenda?!? Really? Budget $10-$15 per day. At any restaurant, fancy or not so fancy, you can eat for $10. Breakfast is at the hotel (if included, or cheap-breakfast sandwich, granola bar and yogurt)., lunch is on PC, so dinner's all you have to pay for.

I know I've gone to PF Changs, ordered the sesuan (sp??) green beans, asked for a bowl of rice...$4, delish.

Plus the information you'll gain from talking with other consultants while out eating will be invaluable.
 
Re: ResturantsI liked the sandwich shop almost directly behind the Hilton.
 
Re: ResturantsLast year, some of us in our group split our meals so we didn't eat too much and the cost was less-that worked great! We also just brought some snacks with us in our suitcases and went to CVS for other snacks! We had a grand ole time! Be sure and get some of the Chicago mix popcorn on the Pier! Everyone has to try this once in their life! I put mine in a zip lock baggie to try to keep it fresh (no moisture) so my family could try it!!! Yes it comes in different sizes but I thought it was a bit pricey but delish!!
 
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pchockeymom said:
Seriously Brenda?!? Really? Budget $10-$15 per day. At any restaurant, fancy or not so fancy, you can eat for $10. Breakfast is at the hotel (if included, or cheap-breakfast sandwich, granola bar and yogurt)., lunch is on PC, so dinner's all you have to pay for.

I know I've gone to PF Changs, ordered the sesuan (sp??) green beans, asked for a bowl of rice...$4, delish.

Plus the information you'll gain from talking with other consultants while out eating will be invaluable.
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There is also breakfast provided by PC. It's usually pretty extensive. Eggs, meat, fruit, cereals, yogurt, toasters w/ bread and bagels...coffee, juice, milk.
 
Re: ResturantsI think I spent $40 on food total my first conference ... most of that was at Cheesecake Factory .. with as much as PC provides it is not too costly.
 
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ChefBeckyD said:
There is also breakfast provided by PC. It's usually pretty extensive. Eggs, meat, fruit, cereals, yogurt, toasters w/ bread and bagels...coffee, juice, milk.
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That's what I was going to say as well, between the breakfasts (Fri/Sat) and lunches (Thurs/Frid) PC provides, you really only have dinner (& your lunch on Sat) to worry about, and there are lots of options to keep it under $10. Most places have at least salads or sandwiches. If you go out with friends, see if someone wants to split a meal. My DH and I do it all the time- usually a restaurant brings you the meal either already divided or the extra plate. You save tons of money AND calories.By the time you go to the store to buy some food, you'll spend almost as much (trust me). We did it one night for my family only because we made some bad choices for finding food. We thought we'd find something along a particular route we walked after visiting a tourist site...we were WRONG! There were only bars (not cool with two kids under 9). So we ended up at the grocery store across the street getting whatever we could find that would work in our hotel microwave, etc. We spent nearly $40+ just for a couple of microwave pizzas, a bit of fruit, drinks and some sandwiches. They tasted terrible. But there is a grocery store across from the Embassy Suites hotel I believe. It's not as obvious as a store in the suburbs....it was in the ground floor of the building. I don't remember which store it was.
 
Re: Resturantsgood food cheap.. Eleven City Diner not far from the Hilton on S. Walbash Ave.
we stop there at least twice while in Chicago.
 
Re: ResturantsThere is a Dominicks Grocery store down a block or 2 from the Sheraton. You can eat very cheap there from the instore bakery and it was delish! Get their value card and you can save even more (it's free). Plus, its a great place to stock up on bottled water and any other snacks you need.
 
Re: ResturantsEleven City is wonderful; I highly recommend it. Dominicks is a fun place to shop; reminds me Whole Foods in the variety and types of items they carry.

There's also a Corner Bakery Cafe on Michigan Ave. a couple of blocks from the Sheraton, plus if you head down Michigan, you'll eventually spot the Hershey's Store! I think there's a Ghiradelli's in the area too.
 
Re: ResturantsI didn't spend much on food last year either. We were there a day longer, so I had breakfast, lunch and dinner one day, breakfast the next, and dinner on the way home. That's it!
 
Re: ResturantsChipotle is cheap & you get a TON of food!
 
Re: ResturantsI love Eleven City Diner!! We also love the Grand Luxe - right behind Ann Taylor Loft. :) Usually splitting a pizza, or another dinner, is a good way to go as well.
There are many places that are fairly reasonable if you want it to be. And, after all, you're in Chicago -- famous for their food! It's all tax deductible as well! :)
 
Re: ResturantsDominick's is an awesome store! We went their last year and got fresh fruit and pastries for breakfast and it was wonderful! Very reasonably priced as well.
 
Re: ResturantsSome of the consultants I was traveling with got all excited to see tomato paste in a tube! LOL. Me, I bought Moravian sugar cookies! :-D
 
Re: ResturantsThere's a Trader Joe's up and around from Ann Taylor loft somewhere -- awesome stuff as well.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I can't find the email from HO about Chicago restaurants?

If you can't locate the email, first check your spam or junk folder, as it may have been filtered there. You can also search your email inbox using keywords like "Chicago restaurants" or "HO" to help narrow down the results. If you still can't find it, consider reaching out to your upline or fellow consultants for assistance.

How can I contact the Home Office for help regarding the email?

You can contact the Home Office by calling their customer service number or using the contact form on the Pampered Chef website. Be sure to provide them with your consultant ID and a brief description of your issue to expedite the process.

Is there a way to access past emails from the Home Office?

What information was included in the email about Chicago restaurants?

The email typically includes details about local restaurant partnerships, special events, or promotions that may be relevant to consultants in the Chicago area. It may also provide tips on how to leverage these partnerships for your direct sales business.

Can I get the information shared in the email from another consultant?

Yes, you can ask other consultants in your area if they received the email and if they would be willing to share the information with you. Many consultants are happy to collaborate and share resources to help each other succeed.

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