Ten years ago, Maple & Ash chef Danny Grant and partner Jim Lasky didn’t know what their new restaurant was going to be, but the didn’t want it to be like most steakhouses. Fast-forward a decade and they have created an atmosphere with “a heartbeat” and one that welcomes all to make themselves at home, and celebrate special occasions and milestones.

Danny and Jim joined Kevin Powell and Michael Piff on the Chicago’s Very Own Eats podcast to talk about Maple & Ash’s 10th Anniversary celebration, what sets their restaurant apart from everywhere else, how they have evolved and adjusted over the years, the significance of their location, the menu, and much more!

We were also very fortunate and appreciative of the Maple & Ash team’s hospitality and generosity, bringing in an amazing spread. See the items that were discussed on the podcast below!

• Jim Lasky and Danny Grant from Maple & Ash, with an amazing spread at WGN Radio. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• They don’t mess around at Maple & Ash. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• We love you too, Maple & Ash. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Roasted seafood tower from Maple & Ash. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• The 45-day Dry-Aged Tomahawk steak from Maple & Ash. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• The chocolate cake from Maple & Ash. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• A coconut cake that deserves a vertical photo. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
• Can’t forget about the champagne tower that made this even more special. Thanks, Maple & Ash! Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

Maple & Ash is located at 8 W Maple St, Chicago, IL 60610. You can follow them on Facebook and Instagram, and learn more about them at MapleAndAsh.com.

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