Beautiful Rind

Dine in the middle of our award-winning cheese shop and restaurant with our cheesemongers guiding you through our à la carte menu of cheese boards, charcuterie boards, cheese-centric dishes, sandwiches, salads, wine, beer, and a variety of other beverages all paired to highlight cheese.Reservations may be canceled if 15 minutes or more late. Fully guided tastings are available but must be booked via the "Cheesemonger Guided Tasting" experience on our Tock page at least 48 hours in advance. Also, check out our classes also listed on this page.Due to limited seating for parties of five or more, we do require a credit card to larger group reservations. You may make changes or cancel to your large group reservation up to 48 hours prior to your reservation. If you do not appear for your reservation or have a group of fewer than five people the provided credit card may be charged up to $50 no-show fee.

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A coursed tasting of 10 cheeses spread across five courses, each with its own unique and informative theme. The mongers will guide you through each course, tell stories about the cheese, and answer any cheese questions you may have. Charcuterie, wine and beer pairings are also available for purchase at checkout. Please note this experience must be booked at least 48 hours. Once a reservation is made, it may not be changed or canceled less than 48 hours before your reservation. To book with a Beautiful Rind gift card please email info@beautifulrind.com.Tastings last approximately 2 hours and are the equivalent of a full meal. All members of your party must be included in your reservation. Please note any dietary restrictions when booking the tasting.

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We're partnering with Erika Kubick of Cheese Sex Death to host another seasonal market - this time we are celebrating Lughnasadh, the Gaelic celebration marking the harvest season! Erika will be on-site with copies of her book, Cheese Magic ready to celebrate the start of the season. We will have Jennifer Billock onsite providing Tyromancy Cheese Readings, Alisha Norris Jones of Immortal Milk providing Tarot Readings along with multiple harvest vendors, food & drink specials and more. When: Sunday, August 1 / 11am-4pmWhere: Beautiful Rind / 2211 N Milwaukee Ave Who: YOU &Book Signing with Erika KubickTyromancy Readings with Jennifer BillockTarot Readings with Alisha Norris JonesWild Witch PreservesDepy Zepo (Ceramics)DaisiesThis is a FREE event, but we would love your RSVP here!*Dine-in during the event will be very limited first-come, first-serve & reservations will reopen at 5pm

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Join us for this very special class where we will be tasting 5 Champagnes (AOC) alongside the perfect cheeses to pair with these decadent bubbles. Our beverage director, Annabelle, and BR owner, Randall, will be bringing in their favorite French sparklers for you to try. This is a unique opportunity to taste 5 Champagnes side-by-side. Of course, there will be lots of cheese along the way. We can't wait to celebrate with you!If for any reason you or your guests avoid alcohol, we do offer non-alcoholic pairings, please email us at least 24 hours prior to the event with your reservation information prior to the class to arrange. Please note that while we do offer non-alcoholic pairings in this class, we will be discussing Champagne and its history in detail.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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July 14 is Bastille Day, so we are celebrating by tasting our 5 favorite French cheeses in our case! From gooey bries to classic blues & everything in-between, this class is a perfect way to taste the flavors of France without making the trip to Paris! Our ACS Certified Cheese Professionals will guide you through a history of cheesemaking in France, details about each cheese & why we love them so much. à bientôt!For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Thursdays in July we will feature cheeses that are often described using some well-known cheese texture descriptors. We're starting off the series with one of the most-requested at our cheese case: something soft, something fluffy, & something gooey! This class will feature more than just bries and we will be tasting 5 cheeses that we think you'll like if you find yourself saying this word at our counter. We'll take a dive into the processes that make these textures possible & of course answer any cheesy questions you have as well!For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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For this class we are hosting the most delicious French lessons..... cheese & wine, with no flashcards or verb conjugations to be had. We will be exploring all types of French cheese and learning the how and why of different cheese rinds. From fluffy brie to wrinkly goat cheese, to gooey stinkers and firm Alpine classics; we will be talking all about rinds. Your ticket includes a light meal-sized tasting of five different French cheeses and tasting pours of five French wines from across the flavor spectrum. Come celebrate Bastille Day with Beautiful Rind!If for any reason you or your guests avoid alcohol, we do offer non-alcoholic pairings, please email us at least 24 hours prior to the event with your reservation information prior to the class to arrange. Please note that while we do offer non-alcoholic pairings in this class, we will be discussing wine and its history in detail.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Thursdays in July we will feature cheeses that are often described using some well-known cheese texture descriptors. We're in our second class of the series with some of the most underrated textures in our cheese case: the cheeses that sit somewhere in the middle - Smooth, Sliceable & Springy! This class will feature 5 different and we will be tasting 5 cheeses that we think you'll like if you find yourself saying this word at our counter. We'll take a dive into the processes that make these textures possible & of course answer any cheesy questions you have as well!For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Join Beautiful Rind's team as we guide you through the basics of pairing wine and cheese with a fun interactive tasting. In this guided class, our American Cheese Society Certfied Cheese Professional will talk you through tasting 5 cheeses with 5 wine styles that are perfect to celebrate National Wine & Cheese Day! We will help you learn what works (and what doesn't). We will give you a little background on each item and go over what we look for in a great summer pairing.If for any reason you or your guests avoid alcohol, we do offer non-alcoholic pairings, please email us at least 24 hours prior to the event with your reservation information prior to the class to arrange. Please note that while we do offer non-alcoholic pairings in this class, we will be discussing wine and its history in detail.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Want to learn more about cheese but not sure where to start? This is the class for you. In this class, we taste five different styles of cheese and learn how they are made, what to pair with them, a little bit of history, tips on cheese care, and still leave plenty of time to answer all of your cheese questions. This is our most popular class and a great way to start a new hobby or expand your cheese horizons.For your comfort, this class is being offered in-person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Thursdays in July we will feature cheeses that are often described using some well-known cheese texture descriptors. We're ending the series with one of the most-requested at our cheese case: something firm, something crumbly, & something crunchy! This class will feature more than just cheddars and we will be tasting 5 cheeses that we think you'll like if you find yourself saying this word at our counter. We'll take a dive into the processes that make these textures possible & of course answer any cheesy questions you have as well!For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Join Beautiful Rind's team as we guide you through the basics of pairing wine and cheese with a fun interactive tasting. For this special edition of our Essentials class, we will be celebrating National White Wine Day! In this class, you will be tasting 5 cheeses with 5 varietals of white wines! Our expert cheesemongers will help you learn what works (and what doesn't). We will give you a little background on each item and go over what we look for in a great summer pairing.If for any reason you or your guests avoid alcohol, we do offer non-alcoholic pairings, please email us at least 24 hours prior to the event with your reservation information prior to the class to arrange. Please note that while we do offer non-alcoholic pairings in this class, we will be discussing wine and its history in detail.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Say Cheese! Every Thursday night for the month of August we will feature cheeses that are often described using some well-known cheese flavor descriptors. We're continuing this series with a more niche request: SWEET! This class will feature cheeses with sweet elements & our expert cheesemonger will explain some of the science behind these flavors and how this term can mean many things when it comes to cheese. We will be tasting 5 cheeses that we think you'll like if you find yourself saying this word at our counter or have a sweet tooth!For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.

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Join Beautiful Rind's team as we guide you through the basics of pairing beer and cheese with a fun interactive tasting. We are adding a new addition to our "Essentials" classes with a new beer-focused pairing class! We will be featuring 5 cheeses each paired with a perfect style of beer to complement. Our expert cheesemongers will help you learn what works (and what doesn't). We will give you a little background on each item and go over what we look for in a great beverage pairing.If for any reason you or your guests avoid alcohol, we do offer non-alcoholic pairings, please email us at least 24 hours prior to the event with your reservation information prior to the class to arrange. Please note that while we do offer non-alcoholic pairings in this class, we will be discussing wine and its history in detail.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Say Cheese! Every Thursday night for the month of August we will feature cheeses that are often described using some well-known cheese flavor descriptors. We're continuing this series with one of the most-requested at our cheese case: NUTTY! This class will feature cheeses with delicious nutty notes & our expert cheesemonger will explain some of the science behind these flavors. We will be tasting 5 cheeses that we think you'll like if you find yourself saying this word at our counter.For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.

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Beer, cheese, rooftop, and a good time.... join Beautiful Rind at Midwest Coast Brewery as we collaborate on a great session of pairing beer and cheese. Midwest Coast's brewer and one of Beautiful Rind's ACS Certified Cheese Professionals will lead you through a tasting of 5 great beers paired up with 5 cheeses curated by Beautiful Rind. We'll give you a whole new appreciation for the delicious world of beer and how great it pairs up with cheese. They will also answer all your questions about beer, cheese, and pairing them up. As a bonus, Midwest Coast Brewing is dog friendly! You can finally bring your dog to a Beautiful Rind cheese tasting!! Please note this class is hosted at Midwest Coast Brewery, on the convertible rooftop, 2137 W Walnut Street, Chicago. To help us start the tasting on time, please plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to the class. This event lasts approximately 1.5 hours.All participants must be 21+ with valid ID. All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Wishing you were in Italy relaxing in a beach chair on the coast? US TOO! We've got the next best thing in this guided tasting & class! From legends to lesser-knowns, we will be tasting our way all around the peninsula with wine and cheese from Italy. We will be talking about the unique differences in each area that makes their wine and cheese special, all while tasting some of the finest pairings around. Your ticket includes a light meal-sized tasting of five different Italian cheeses and tasting pours of five Italian wines from across the flavor spectrum. If for any reason you or your guests avoid alcohol, we do offer non-alcoholic pairings, please email us at least 24 hours prior to the event with your reservation information prior to the class to arrange. Please note that while we do offer non-alcoholic pairings in this class, we will be discussing wine and its history in detail. To ensure a safe and comfortable setup, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Say Cheese! Every Thursday night for the month of August we will feature cheeses that are often described using some well-known cheese flavor descriptors. We're starting off the series with one of the most-requested at our cheese case: SHARP! This class will feature more than just cheddars and we will be tasting 5 cheeses that we think you'll like if you find yourself saying this word at our counter.For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.

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Say Cheese! Every Thursday night for the month of August we will feature cheeses that are often described using some well-known cheese flavor descriptors. We're continuing this series with one of our mongers' favorite adjectives: FUNKY! This class will feature cheeses with funky notes & our expert cheesemonger will explain some of the science behind these flavors & smells. We will be tasting 5 cheeses that we think you'll like if you find yourself saying this word at our counter or are feeling adventurous!For your comfort, this class is being offered in person and virtually. If you wish to participate online you may select after purchasing your tickets. Each ticket includes a tasting of at least five different cheeses and expert instruction. Wine, beer, and charcuterie pairings are also available at checkout.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.

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Join Beautiful Rind's team as we guide you through the basics of pairing wine and cheese with a fun interactive tasting. For this special edition of our Essentials class, we will be celebrating National Red Wine Day! In this class, you will be tasting 5 cheeses with 5 varietals of red wines! Our expert cheesemongers will help you learn what works (and what doesn't). We will give you a little background on each item and go over what we look for in a great summer pairing.If for any reason you or your guests avoid alcohol, we do offer non-alcoholic pairings, please email us at least 24 hours prior to the event with your reservation information prior to the class to arrange. Please note that while we do offer non-alcoholic pairings in this class, we will be discussing wine and its history in detail.To ensure a great experience, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together. Our table size is limited to 5 people. If you have more than five individuals, feel free to make separate reservations, but due to space you will not be seated at the same table., though with 48 hour advance notice, we can usually sit parties near each other. If you have a group of 10 or more, we also offer private classes. Email info@beautifulrind.com for more information.All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing and consuming alcohol pairings must be 21+ with valid ID. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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Beautiful Rind is back at Kinslahger Brewing! We are partnering up with one of our favorite places to grab a beer in Oak Park, with a lineup of great cheese and beer pairings. Keith, the owner/brewer of Kinslahger, will be talking beer, while Beautiful Rind's cheesemongers talk cheese. You get to taste some great combinations of the two, while learning a bit about each and why they taste so good together.Five of Kinslahger Brewing Company's great beers will be paired up by the cheesemongers at Beautiful Rind in an interactive guided tasting. After getting the rundown of each beer, cheese, and why they work together, you'll have a chance to ask all your beer, cheese, and pairing questions of Kinslahger and Beautiful Rind.Please note this class is hosted at Kinslahger Brewing Company, 6806 Roosevelt Rd, Oak Park. To help us start the tasting on time, please plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes before the class. Past events have sold out and seats are limited so be sure to grab your tickets soon.All participants must be 21+ with valid ID. All sales are final and non-refundable. We are unable to transfer class tickets to another date. If you have any questions, please email info@beautifulrind.com.

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