Celebrities and Chicago Publications Rave About Sunda New Asian
Athletes, actors and top Chicago publications are raving about Sunda New Asian’s award-winning cuisine and innovative yet comforting ambience. See what celebs and local editors are saying about us:
- Sunda’s braised pork belly on crispy rice patties has been voted in by TimeOut Chicago readers as a nomination for a spot in the “100 Best Things We Ate (and Drank) This Year!”
PGA Tour winner Luke Donald and Nadine Velasquez of ‘Flight’ make sure to put “indulging in New Asian fare at Sunda” on their itinerary when passing through the Windy City.
- Luke told Michigan Avenue Magazine that Sunda is on his list of favorite places in the city: “In terms of restaurants… I love Sunda New Asian—they have a great atmosphere, great bar, great food; I am a big fan of Asian fusion.” Read full article here.
- Nadine listed Sunda as her Favorite Chicago restaurant when speaking with RedEye: “I love going to Sunda. I like ordering their sushi. They have a crispy rice thing that I love. And I love the ambience.” Read full article here.
Dim Sum in the Dark Featured on Urban Daddy
As Urban Daddy suggests, come and get cozy for a spooky candlelit dinner on Halloween at Sunda’s Dim Sum in the Dark!
From original article:
“It’s so, so dark. You struggle to make out what’s in front of you. You inch the candle closer… it’s… it’s… crab pot stickers. Oh, it’s just Sunda’s annual candlelit festival of Asian small plates and romance. Which also explains that hand on your knee under the table… we hope.”
Read full article here.
Soccer Star Hope Solo Dines at One of Her Faves, Sunda New Asian
Another celebrity sighting at Sunda with U.S. soccer super star, Hope Solo, indulging in some of her favorite fare!
From original article:
“We are very well taken care of at Sunda,” Solo tweeted Friday. The “Dancing with the Stars” alum also visited Sunda with U.S. teammate Abby Wambach in 2011. “The food is to die for.”
Read full article here.
The Eater Praises Nahm Kim as A Top Notch Bartender at Sunda
Nahm Kim’s obsession with perfecting his craft has paid off because he is recognized as a bartender who knows his stuff!
From original article:
“Whether you’re indecisive or intimidated by a long or complicated menu it’s important to have a server who is going to ensure that you have an excellent experience. When I see Nahm behind the bar, I know that’s exactly what I’m going to get. After 10 years of working behind the bar, his interest in spirits and cocktail creation has reached a level of what he describes as ‘a slightly unhealthy obsession’…Not only can Nahm make you the cocktail you didn’t even know you wanted, you’ll sense that he’s really enjoying being a part of the Chicago cocktail scene.”
Read full article here.
Tequila tasting event at Sunda
Tres Generaciones Tequila hosted a private tequila tasting at Sunda recently and Factio Magazine was there to learn how tequila pairs with more than just Mexican faire.
From the Factio Magazine post: “We had the opportunity to taste the tequila at a private event at Sunda, hosted by Tres Generaciones Tequila ambassador Armando Rosario, who showed us that Tequila can be sophisticated and can be paired with an array of different cuisine.”
Tres Generaciones Tequila tasting at Sunda
Read the whole story here.
A Scottie Pippen & Michael Jordan Dance Off Grabs National and Local Press
Chicago’s all star duo, Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan, celebrated Pippen’s 47th Surprise Birthday Party thrown by Real Housewives of Miami Larsa Pippen with a dance off at River North celebrity hot spot after filling up on salmon sashimi bundles, lemongrass beef lollipops and indo corn fritters.
From original Chicago Sun-Times article:
“The group partied until 1 a.m. A highlight of the night, according to restaurant owner Billy Dec , was when Jordan, who rarely dances, took to the floor. Jordan and Pippen closed the festivities with a reported dance-off.”
Read full article here.
From original Last Angry Fan post:
“And what better way to end a night of celebrating and revelry than with a good, old fashioned dance off, which is exactly what Jordan and Pippen did, as the pair squared off and cut a rug to Say Ahh by Trey Songz and Fabolous.”
Read full article here.
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Skyline Features Executive Chef Jess Treating Olympic Gold Medalists with the Gold Medal Roll
Executive Chef Jess treats Olympic Golden Boys, Ryan Lochte and Conor Dwyer, with a dazzling Golden Roll to celebrate their win!
From original article:
“Golden boys… Gold medal-winning Olympians Ryan Lochte and Conor Dwyer struck gold — again — while munching on “Golden Rolls” at Sunda in Streeterville last week. Executive chef Jess DeGuzman prepared a yummy-sounding special for the swimmers with lobster, mango, avocado, tempura crumbs, gold flakes, unagi sauce and wasabi aioli.”
Read full article here.
Jeremy Piven spotted at Sunda!
Sunda maintains its’ reputation as a celebrity hotspot.
Read full article here.
From original article:
“Homecoming: Jeremy Piven stopped by Sunda, as usual, while in town Saturday for his Piven Theatre Workshop gala, which raised $125,000.”
Pretty “Boss” celeb sighting at Sunda!
Cast members of “Boss” dined at Sunda on Saturday, as did Chicago actors Jesse Williams and Daniel Sunjata.
Read full article here.
From original article:
“Cast members Kelsey Grammer, Connie Nielsen and Sanaa Latham and director Mario Van Peebles made the scene Saturday at Sunda, as did Chicago natives and actors Jesse Williams and Daniel Sunjata”
