Feast Like
‘The Bear’

EMÁJYN has produced a series of immersive experiences in Chicago inspired by the Emmy and Golden Globe–winning TV phenomenon The Bear, designed for some of the country’s top executive and corporate groups.

Each edition celebrates Chicago’s vibrant culinary scene, bringing together renowned chefs, restaurateurs, and the mouthwatering dishes featured in the show’s world. Menus have showcased favorites from James Beard Award–winning restaurants such as Avec and Publican, Michelin-starred institutions like Ever and Kasama, and beloved casual staples 
like Pequod’s and Mr. Beef — the show’s original muse.

Across these events, guests have enjoyed intimate storytelling and behind-the-scenes insight from culinary leaders including Donnie Madia, Paul Kahan, Rob Levitt, Dylan Patel, Tim Flores, and Chris Zucchero, revealing how their creations helped fuel the program’s enduring cultural and gastronomic allure.

Feast like the Bear
Publican
Plate of food and the host
A vibrant café interior featuring a bulletin board filled with notices and a stylish seating area.
Two smiling individuals hold a dessert, standing in front of a colorful bulletin board with various notes and reminders.
A gloved hand sprinkles seasoning over plated fried food in a busy kitchen setting.
Plates of meatballs topped with herbs and served in tomato sauce, with a chef preparing food in the background.
Celebration scene with guests enjoying a festive atmosphere, and a speaker engaging the audience at an event.
A lively dining scene with guests enjoying a meal, highlighting delicious food and vibrant conversation.
A smiling staff member stands at a reception desk with digital displays, promoting
A lively gathering featuring guests enjoying drinks and conversation around a meat display in a stylish dining setting.
Guests and chef
Digital clock displaying time alongside a calendar for October 2025 and various notes and photos on a bulletin board.
A gourmet dish featuring tender meat on a bed of creamy sauce, garnished with fresh herbs on an elegant plate.
Long dining table set with plates, cutlery, and small plants, illuminated by soft candlelight in a cozy restaurant setting.
A couple walks on a blue carpet while a chef prepares food in a busy kitchen.
Two men, one in an apron and glasses, pose happily together in a vibrant kitchen setting.
Preparing meals
A vibrant dining scene featuring a long table filled with guests enjoying a meal, alongside a framed portrait on the wall.
A vibrant charcuterie board featuring assorted meats, cheeses, nuts, and olives arranged artfully for sharing.
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A chef meticulously pipes cream onto white plates in a professional kitchen setting.
Breakfast sandwich with a crispy patty, cheese, and egg on a soft bun, wrapped in foil.
A cheerful chef in an apron engages an audience with a microphone during a lively cooking event.
Two chefs prepare and serve seafood dishes in a vibrant culinary setting with newspaper clippings in the background.