'Windy City Weekend' talks Giordano's Derrick Rose pizza, Chicago Restaurant Week kicking off

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Val Warner's son, Max, is officially a Mizzou Tiger.

Warner and Ryan Chiaverini caught up on "Windy City Weekend" Friday and talked about Warner dropping Max off at college.

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She shared how she's feeling about embarking on this new season of life as an empty nester.

It doesn't get more "Chicago" than some deep-dish pizza and Derrick Rose, so why not combine them? Giordano's did just that.

Named after the youngest MVP in NBA history, customers can order the limited-edition "M-V-Pizza" now through Feb. 10 at any Giordano's Chicagoland locations. Carry-out and delivery options are available, but dine-in customers can order the "MVP Style" and receive a parmesan-stenciled No.1 on top in honor of Rose's jersey retirement.

Available in Stuffed Deep Dish, Traditional Thin Crust and Tavern-Style, this double layer of Giordano's signature pepperoni finished with a drizzle of homemade Calabrian hot honey delivers amazing flavor for an even better cause. When ordered, Giordano's will donate $1 from every pizza sold to Rose's charity supporting youth in underserved communities, The Etiquette Series.

For more information, visit www.Giordanos.com.

Friend of the show Dr. Ian Smith shared details on his new book, "The Last 15: Say Goodbye to those Most Stubborn Pounds."

Dr. Ian Smith shared his new book, 'The Last 15: Say Goodbye to those Most Stubborn Pound.'

The nationally recognized health expert and No. 1 New York Times bestselling author released a transformative seven-week program that helps men and women finally overcome the hardest weight to lose, those last 15 pounds, and keep it off for life.

Smith broke down how metabolism adapts, why quick fixes backfire and how strategic nutrition phases turn plateaus into progress. While many diets chase temporary solutions with extreme strategies, "The Last 15" focuses on natural, sustainable methods backed by the latest science. Each week introduces a targeted nutritional phase - from protein optimization and carb cycling to hydration, fiber and sodium control - that helps readers retrain their metabolism and reshape their body as they finally shed those stubborn pounds that otherwise won't go away.

Friend of the show and restaurateur Billy Dec stopped by with a preview of what to expect from Sunda New Asian during Chicago Restaurant Week, Valentine's Day and Lunar New Year.

Sunda shared its upcoming deals.

Sunda New Asian is an award-winning restaurant concept featuring modern Southeast Asian cuisine, culture and experiences. By seamlessly melding elevated cooking techniques and flavors found throughout Asia, Sunda's extensive cross-cultural New Asian menu spans many cultural and culinary options, allowing guests to choose the dining experience they desire. Sunda also provides an impressive list of specialty cocktails, signature sakes and a collection of popular wines to complement the cuisine. It's currently located in Chicago, in River North and Fulton Market; Nashville and Tampa. A location in Detroit is opening in 2026.

Sunda New Asian Chicago Restaurant Week Menu
$60 Dinner menu available at both locations

Course 1 - Choose One
Crispy Brussels Sprouts - Brussels sprouts, red cabbage, red onions, carrots, chilis, shallot crisps, minced shrimp, nuoc cham vinaigrette
Oxtail Pot Stickers - Braised oxtail, caramelized onion jus, white wasabi cream

Course 2 - Choose One
Yuzu Tuna - Maguro, yuzu miso sauce, black garlic teriyaki, arugula, radish, puffed rice, sea salt
Sweet Potato Caterpillar Roll (GF, Veg) - Roasted sweet potato, Asian pear, avocado, black garlic teriyaki, red pepper purée, sesame

Course 3 - Choose One
Chicken Inasal (GF) - Lemongrass, tomatoes, red onion, watercress, achiote glaze, chili-lime vinaigrette, grilled lemon
Hainanese Salmon - Ginger-scallion relish, bok choy, toasted garlic soy
Chap Chae (GF, Veg) - Sweet potato noodles, spinach, mushrooms, carrots, cabbage, scallions, tofu, sesame

Valentine's Day - Feb 13-15. Dine-in only. Specials:
Oyster kisses and caviar dreams - oyster, yuzu crème fraiche, caviar, chives
Loving heart maki - spicy tuna, pickled daikon, tobiko, sweet soy butter
Lobster lo mein - whole lobster, yuzu truffle butter, lo mein noodles, fresh herbs
Ube pie - purple sweet potato, ube buttercream, ube meringue, jackfruit

Lunar New Year - Feb. 17 - March 2
Year of the Horse (2026) - 2026 welcomes the Year of the Horse, a symbol of energy, confidence, independence and forward momentum. The horse represents action, optimism and movement - making it a year associated with fresh starts, ambition and bold new opportunities. It's often considered an especially dynamic year for travel, growth and pursuing long-term goals.

Ring in the Lunar New Year at Sunda New Asian Chicago with limited-time menu offerings and festive experiences available at both locations.

To kick off the celebrations, each location will host a traditional Lion Dance performance, a vibrant cultural tradition symbolizing good fortune and prosperity.

Cumin lamb dumplings - pickled lotus root, ginger vinaigrette, chili crisps
Prawn rangoons - jumbo prawns, chive, cream cheese, crab
Ocean of good fortune - pan seared whole branzino, chili sambal, Asian pesto, watercress, radish
Lobster lo mein - whole lobster, yuzu truffle butter, lo mein noodles, fresh herbs
Sesame cake - sesame peanut brittle, vanilla ice cream, macerated fruit

Chicago locations
Fulton Market: 333 N. Green St.
River North: 110 W. Illinois St.

Roeper's Reviews: Spend or Save

Here's what to spend money on this weekend.

Film critic Richard Roeper was back for another addition of "Spend or Save?" He reviewed some new movies and television series coming to theaters and other streaming platforms this weekend.

'Mercy' (in theaters) - SAVE
Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson star in a sci-fi action thriller about a detective who is accused of murdering his wife and will stand trial before an artificial intelligence judge.

'Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart' (Netflix) - SPEND
This documentary revisits the case of Elizabeth Smart, a then-14-year-old girl who was kidnapped from her home in Utah. Smart was held captive for nine months before she was found alive.

'Steal' (Prime Video) - SPEND
Sophie Turner stars in a six-part conspiracy thriller series as an office worker who gets caught up in a major heist.