Chicago chef who competed on Food Network shares experience owning small business

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
Chicago chef who competed on Food Network shares experience

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Jefferson Park's A Taste of Philippines was Cooking up a Storm Thursday to make Filipino Silog.

The Philippines is known for breakfast that is full of flavor.

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Chef and restaurant owner Kathy Vega Hardy joined ABC7 Chicago to make the dish.

She talked about Filipino breakfast, how to best cook rice, her restaurant and what it's like owning a small business.

She also touched on how she previously competed on Food Network, what she likes about cooking for others and what diners should look for on her menu.

The restaurant is located at 5914 W. Lawrence Ave. on Chicago's Northwest Side.

Visit www.atasteofthephilippines.com for more information.

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