Obama Presidential Center to open Tafari's Kitchen and cafe in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19
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Louisa Kung Liu Chu
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Summary
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago's Jackson Park neighborhood is soft-launching two dining options: Tafari's Kitchen, a comfort food restaurant named after President Obama's personal chef, and an unnamed casual cafe. Both will officially open to the public on June 19. The menu features Obama Family Chili, Mrs. Robinson's Red Rice, and The Obama Burger, among other items. Chef Cliff Rome, owner of Rome's Joy Cos. and known for Peach's in Bronzeville, is behind the restaurant concept.
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The restaurant will feature the Obama Family Chili, Mrs. Robinson's Red Rice and The Obama Burger
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