Supper with Sylvia-Chef Bill Kim, Influence from Korea to Chicago

Chef Bill Kim is the culinary force behind Urbanbelly restaurant in Chicago and The Table at Crate in Oak Brook, a collaboration with Crate and Barrel. Born in Seoul, Korea and raised in Chicago, Chef Kim graduated from Kendall College and immersed himself early in his career alongside the renowned chef Charlie Trotter. In 2008, he opened Urbanbelly in Chicago's Wicker Park Neighborhood. He's the author of “Korean BBQ: Master Your Grill in Seven Sauces,” which earned a James Beard finalist nomination. Recently, Chef Kim and his restaurant team launched four new eateries in Seoul, South Korea and is widely know as a generous, community focused chef who brings people together with his approach to tasty bold meals rich in tradition. The Show Notes Urbanbelly ~ 1542 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, Illinois urbanbellychicago.com The Table at Crate 100 Oakbrook Center, Oakbrook, Illinois oakbrookcenter.com/en.html Produced by Jane Stephens Audio Engineering and Music by Donnie Cutting 📌Check out SupperwithSylvia on Instagram. 📩Email us at SupperwithSylvia@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by MARIANO'S. 🛒 Proudly Sponsored by Mariano’s Looking for local flavor you can bring home? Discover chef-crafted sauces, pastas, oils, and more from your favorite Chicago chefs — now available through Mariano’s We Love Local program. Support local artisans, savor authentic taste, and celebrate Chicago’s culinary spirit with every bite. 👉 Explore Mariano’s We Love Local Products Social Media Marketing: Magali Blasdell Video and Audio Editor: Donnie Cutting Marketing and Media Relations: Julie Lokun Producer: Jennifer Waters