FILIPINO RESTAURANT WEEK – CHICAGO 2019
FIRST EVER IN THE MIDWEST!

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The International Society of Filipinos in Finance and Accounting (ISFFA), in partnership with the Philippine Consulate General of Chicago, will bring us a celebration of Filipino cuisine from October 6 to 21, 2019.

Our first ever event features special prix fixe menus (excluding beverages, tax and gratuity). Chicago Restaurant Week during Spring time has always been a successful celebration of Chicago food diversity and this has inspired us to highlight our very own Filipino cuisine in celebration of the Filipino-American History Month of October. We believe that Filipino Restaurant Week (FRW) will give an opportunity to all Chicagoans (for both Filipino or non-Filipinos alike) to enjoy our world-class food.

More than ten(10) restaurants are participating, located in the City of Chicago and neighboring suburbs – all featuring Filipino food staples, both classic and modern-twist! Stay tuned for a complete list of restaurants that you can visit!

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What is Filipino Restaurant Week (FRW)?

Chicago residents and food enthusiasts (really anyone!) will have the opportunity to enjoy Filipino-themed prix fixe menus from more than 10 participating Filipino restaurants in the Chicagoland area. This is the first ever in the Midwest. ISFFA is heading this event, in partnership with the Chicago PCG. Pricing varies per restaurant but it will be in the $15-$25 average (excluding beverages, tax and gratuity).

What are the dates to remember?

October 6, 2019 (Sunday, 1 – 4 pm) – Chicago FRW Launch Party at SX Sky Bar, 808 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605.

October 6 – 21, 2019 (runs for two (2) weeks) – Chicago FRW period. Visit the participating restaurants and try their special menu exclusively offered during this period. Chicago FRW Passports for the raffle will only be available for diners during this period as well.

October 27, 2019 (Sunday, 1 – 4 pm) – Chicago FRW Block Party and Raffle Drawing at MORA Asian Kitchen, 627 E. Boughton Rd., Bolingbrook, IL 60440. GMA Pinoy TV is our media partner. Watch out for more surprises!

How do I participate?

Just show up in your restaurant of choice! (see which restaurants are participating below).

You might have to check and try to make reservations if possible. All participating restaurants should provide you with their special Restaurant Week Menu.

What can I get by dining in the participating restaurants?

Diners will get a chance to participate in our raffle. Prizes will be coming from our sponsors, and we will also have gift certificates from select, participating restaurants.

How does the raffle work?

Each diner who wish to join the raffle will be given FRW Pasaporte (passport) sheet. Use the passport sheet to collect stamps from eligible restaurants. Each stamp will allow you to claim corresponding raffle ticket(s) at the culminating event on Oct. 27^,2019. The more restaurants you visit, the more stamps you would get, and the more chances of winning!

Download passport sheet for complete and detailed raffle mechanic, or ask for one from your first visit to any restaurant.

It is important that you do not lose the passport sheet as you will have to present the original one on Oct. 27th at our culminating event.

When will the winners be announced?

On October 27, 2019 (Sunday) at MORA Asian Kitchen at 627 E Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Which restaurants are participating?

We are proud to present our partner restaurants for the first ever Filipino Restaurant Week in Chicago! Download posters for more details.

BACOLOD CHICKEN HAUS 6320 N Lincoln Ave C & D, Chicago, IL 60659, Tel. (773) 293-6210 click here for website

BAYAN KO 1810 W Montrose, Chicago, IL 60613, Tel. (773) 698-6373 click here for website

BREW LOUNGE 1062 Lee Street Des Plaines, IL 60016, Tel. (847) 630-1613 click here for website

CHICKEN ATI-ATIHAN 9054 W Golf Rd, Niles, IL 60714, Tel. (847) 699-3113 click here for website

FINLEY DUNNE’S TAVERN 3458 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL, 60657, Tel. (773) 477-7311 click here for website

GRAND CAFE 2205 E Oakland Ave., Suite A2, Bloomington, IL, 61701, Tel. (309) 828-0324 click here for website

ISLA PILIPINA 2501 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, Tel. (773) 271-2988 click here for website

JENNIVEE’S BAKERY 3301 N Sheffield Ave., Chicago, IL 60657, Tel. (773) 697-3341 click here for website

KAWAYAN 4859 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60630, Tel. (773) 993-0360 click here for website

KUSINA DE MANILA 632 W Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, Tel. (847) 378-8838 click here for website

LOLA TINING’S 1141 Garfield St, Oak Park, IL 60304, Tel. (847) 378-8838 click here for website

MEAT ON THE STREET 1125 N 9th St., Milwaukee, WI 53233, Tel. (331) 477-6717 click here for website

MESA MANILA 2764 Aurora Ave Suite 104, Naperville, IL 60540, Tel. (331) 305-4042 click here for website

MORA ASIAN KITCHEN (Location 1) 201 Harrison St, Oak Park, IL 60304, Tel. (708) 613-4546 click here for website

MORA ASIAN KITCHEN (Location 2) 627 E Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440, Tel. (630) 410-8043 click here for website

MORA ASIAN FUSION 24108 Lockport St, Plainfield, IL 60544, Tel. (815) 782-5340 click here for website

PAMPANGA’S CUISINE 6407 N Caldwell Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, Tel. (773) 763-1781 click here for website

PINOY GRILL FILIPINO STREET FOODS 2324 E Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, Tel. (224) 735-2663 click here for website

SUNDA 110 W Illinois St., Chicago, IL 60654, Tel. (312) 644-0500 click here for website

UNCLE MIKE’S PLACE 1700 W Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60622, Tel. (312) 226-5318 click here for website

UNIMART ONE STOP SHOPPING – WOODRIDGE 2475 75th St., Woodridge, IL 60517, Tel. (847) 663-8388 click here for website

YELO GENEVA 17 N 4th St, Geneva, IL 60134, Tel. (630) 457-5512 click here for website

Please watch out for their special menu offerings!

What are the list of Filipino restaurants in Chicago and its nearby cities?

Click here to view the List of Filipino restaurants in ChicagoLand.

For further details/information or questions, please contact any of the following:

Paula Arnedo
paula.f.arnedo@gmail.com
(847) 312-9304

Karen Montejo
kmmontejo@adelfiacpas.com
(949) 482-5986

Jan Paul Ferrer
chicagojp@me.com
(708) 692-0393

Sponsors:

Partner Organizations:

Sponsors:

Partner Organizations:

International Society of Filipinos in Finance and Accounting - Chicago Chapter
400 E. Randolph St. Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60601
Telephone: (312) 240-9500

Effective Leadership Equals Success

Is leadership a position of office or authority? Or, is leadership simply an ability to lead? We all may know or hear of people who are in positions of leadership but who are not providing leadership. A position of office is no guarantee of leadership but the leadership position usually commands a listening ear from its staff or constituents and is a good starting point for anyone who desires to be a leader.

A leader by its strict meaning is one who goes first and leads by example, so that others are motivated to follow. This is a basic requirement. To be a leader, a person must have a deep-rooted commitment to the goal so that he/she will strive to achieve it even if nobody follows!

Good leaders are made not born. If we have the desire and willpower, we can become effective leaders. Good leaders develop through a never ending process of self-study, education, training, and experience. There is not one definable definition or quality for leadership. Leadership is a mix of various qualities, skill sets and training. Regardless of our current position in our profession, leadership skills will help us reach a higher level.

ISFFA’s customized program will highlight self-awareness tools and activities that will enhance each individual’s leadership capabilities. We will learn strategies for continuous development through peer assessment, group discussions, self-reflection, small group activities and personal coaching. Our leadership workshop aims to develop leadership skills based upon each member’s unique personality.

Mission

To provide its members and professionals with the requisite training to: (a) enable them to develop and mature professionally and (b) allow them to reach their highest potential as leaders in the community.

Target Classes

The Basic class is designed for new graduates, new members of the workforce and mid-to-senior level managers. The Advance class is designed for senior to executive members of management.

Outcome

We will develop a deep sense of self-awareness that will help us:
• Give and receive feedback more effectively
• Lead change in our organization
• Build and maintain productive relationships
• Develop others to be their best
• Manage ourselves
• Leverage differences in other people
• Set clear, achievable goals
• Resolve conflicts The program will be most effective for those who receive and apply feedback and are willing to take positive action.

Program

Each year ISFFA will host a series of approximately four (4) training workshops, presentations and/or seminars customized to the members’ needs.

ISFFA’s in-house training will consist of two primary modules: Basic and Advanced. Each module will be conducted annually by a staff comprised of ISFFA members, board and/or advisors.

Aside from the basic and advanced programs, individual half or full-day sessions will be offered on a variety of soft skills techniques.

Training

For most of us already in the workforce, our daily challenges are addressed in the Basic training. Basic classes will help each professional deal effectively with their supervisors, co-employees and staff on a day-to-day basis.

For members who are already in management positions and feel that they need to further fine-tune their leadership skills, ISFFA offers the Advanced classes.

1. Leadership Training Modules

There will be at least one and no more than two annual whole day ISFFA-sponsored workshops.

a. Basic classes

i. Identify our role and skills required to perform in our position
ii. Understand performance expectations
iii. Reward with positive recognition
iv. Learn to provide constructive feedback
v. Resolve conflicts and win support from others.

b. Advanced classes will address an executive’s guide to professional maturity.

2. Other training. Such events may run from a couple of hours, half-day or full-day presentations and training taught by outside professionals and sponsored by various organizations.

These are skills that will assist the individual members, such as:
a. How to be an effective and dynamic speaker
b. How to improve our basic writing and technical skills
c. Learn to read and understand body language
d. How to resolve conflicts
e. How to productively manage our time
f. Others

LET THE LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE UNDERSTAND YOUR ISSUES SO WE CAN FURTHER CUSTOMIZE THE WORKSHOPS ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS.

FILIPINO RESTAURANT WEEK – CHICAGO 2019 FIRST EVER IN THE MIDWEST!

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What is Filipino Restaurant Week (FRW)?

What are the dates to remember?

How do I participate?

What can I get by dining in the participating restaurants?

How does the raffle work?

When will the winners be announced?

Which restaurants are participating?

What are the list of Filipino restaurants in Chicago and its nearby cities?

Sponsors:

Partner Organizations:

Sponsors:

Partner Organizations:

Effective Leadership Equals Success

Mission

Target Classes

Outcome

Program

Training

1. Leadership Training Modules

a. Basic classes

b. Advanced classes will address an executive’s guide to professional maturity.

FILIPINO RESTAURANT WEEK – CHICAGO 2019
FIRST EVER IN THE MIDWEST!