About Us
We are madly in love with Chicago and its food. Few things make us happier than discovering a new corner taqueria or getting a deal on an exotic jam at a neighborhood market. Actually, one thing does make us happier - making these discoveries while out riding our bikes.
We started Fork and the Road because we know there are a lot of other people out there eager to explore Chicago, get to know its neighborhoods, try unique food and talk to passionate restaurant owners, cooks and shopkeepers.
How it started
In summer 2008, one of us had the idea of organizing a bike ride where we would go around tasting gelato throughout Chicago. We set out on the Giro del gelato ("tour of gelato") with over a dozen friends and visited 5 gelaterias on one spectacular day.
We had so much fun on our gelato ride, we went on to plan a culinary Tour de France and the Vuelta a Tacos ("tour of tacos"). At the end of the summer, we decided to start Fork and the Road to share our tours with more people.
Our aim
We want to share with you unique places that aren't necessarily listed in guide books or "best of Chicago" lists. Sorry, but no deep dish pizzas or Italian beef on our tours. Instead, we'll spend most of our time at establishments you likely haven't heard of, sampling food you may not have tried before.
Instead of being limited to one neighborhood on foot or speeding madly around the city by car or public transportation, you'll experience Chicago's neighborhoods in an up-close and personal way whether you are a visitor or have lived in the city for years.
Ultimately, we hope you think of us as your fun cousins who know their food and always take you to the best places. We look forward to seeing you on a ride soon!
Dimitra Tasiouras & Sharon Bautista
Co-owners