We are kicking off December with a special edition full of recommendations from some of the most revered names in Chicago's dining scene, including Kasama’s Genie Kwan and Tim Flores, Bronzeville Winery’s Lamar Moore, Mindy Segal of Mindy’s Bakery and more.

Plus, don't miss ideas for holiday dining options in neighborhoods all over Chicago — they're all spots "Where Dave Ate," too.

Here's our list of recommendations from this episode Bayan Ko, HaiSous, Itoko, J.J. Thai Street Food, The Loyalist, Proxi, and Warlord.