Little Diner's Crew

Little Diner's Crew LDC is a dining club for kids and teens that expand kids palates beyond mac-n-cheese and chicken fin Little Diner’s Crew is a fun food experience.

Kids and teens are seated at their own table, get a chance to try new foods from around the world at different restaurants. They interact with the chef, tour the kitchen, learn how each dish is prepared, where ingredients are sourced, rate each dish they try, and practice appropriate dining etiquette. Parents have the same dining experience at a different table making Little Diner’s Crew a great way for families to share new food experiences together.

**Yaya, Let’s Do This! 🎉🥐 POST THANKSGIVING FEAST AT Cafe YayaSaturday, November 29th. 5:30 - 7:30 pmWe’re closing out t...
11/21/2025

**Yaya, Let’s Do This! 🎉🥐

POST THANKSGIVING FEAST AT Cafe Yaya

Saturday, November 29th. 5:30 - 7:30 pm

We’re closing out the holiday weekend with something way better than leftovers — an incredible dinner experience at Café Yaya, the brand-new concept from James Beard Award–winning Chef Zach Engel and Partner Andrs Clavero.

By day, they’re all about house-made pastries, warm drinks, and sunny energy. By afternoon and evening, the menu shifts to Mediterranean and French-inspired dishes, intriguing wines, and a cozy dinner ambiance.

But this time, we’re taking over And trust us… Yaya is about to become your kids’ new favorite word.

✨ What to Expect

A delicious, curated menu designed for kids and parents

Flavors that spark curiosity

New memories with your Crew

So grab your Crew and join us for flavor, family, and the joy of trying something new. See full menu - https://littledinerscrew.com/a-feast-at-cafe-yaya/

11/18/2025

Post Thanksgiving Feast at Cafe Yaya
Saturday 11/29/25,
5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Sign up @ www.littledinerscrew.com

Two days after Thanksgiving, when the turkey fatigue hits and the stuffing just isn’t stuffing anymore, we’ve got the perfect culinary escape for you and your Crew. Join us at Café Yaya, the newly opened neighborhood gem from the team behind Michelin-starred Galit.

Café Yaya is all about life’s simple pleasures—good food, warm vibes, great coffee, generous pours, and the kind of hospitality that makes you want to stay a little longer.

By day, it’s your pastry-and-latte haven. By night, it transforms into a cozy retreat serving up Mediterranean and French-inspired dishes with a curated selection of wines and cocktails.

For this Little Diner’s Crew experience, both kids and parents will enjoy a delicious 5-course menu, ending on the happiest of notes: an epic ice cream sundae.

Think of it as your official break from the leftovers.
A chance to savor something fresh, vibrant, and totally different.

And most importantly—a chance to dine, laugh, and reconnect with your Crew.

Join us for a post-holiday reset that tastes like magic.

Now is the Perfect Time to Reserve Your 2026 Summer Getaway Pack your stretchy pants, comfortable shorts, slacks and you...
11/05/2025

Now is the Perfect Time to Reserve
Your 2026 Summer Getaway

Pack your stretchy pants, comfortable shorts, slacks and your sense of adventure.

Welcome to Villa Ruffignano—your private 100-hectare playground just outside Cortona, Italy.

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

🏡 8 cozy bedrooms + 6 bathrooms (space for up to 16 guests)

🌄 Views that stretch across Tuscan hills and valleys

🏊 Seasonal pool, lush gardens, and secret lounging nooks for your “do nothing” moments

👩‍🍳 A private chef whipping up daily breakfasts & dinners that’ll ruin you for regular life

🍝 One unforgettable cooking class inside the villa (yes, you’ll learn the magic behind a perfect Italian dish)

🍇 Adults-only winery visit & lunch at a local vineyard

🚗 Daily excursions through hill towns, open-air markets, and those hidden gems only locals know

Contact us at [email protected] for pricing details. https://www.littledinerscrew.com/travel

11/05/2025

Now is the Perfect Time to Reserve
Your Summer Getaway

Pack your stretchy pants, comfortable shorts, slacks and your sense of adventure.

Imagine this: you and your favorite people tucked away in a 16th-century Tuscan villa surrounded by olive trees, vineyards, and mountain views so stunning they’ll make your phone beg for storage space. Welcome to Villa Ruffignano—your private 100-hectare playground just outside Cortona.

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🏡 8 cozy bedrooms + 6 bathrooms (space for up to 16 guests)
🌄 Views that stretch across Tuscan hills and valleys
🏊 Seasonal pool, lush gardens, and secret lounging nooks for your “do nothing” moments
👩‍🍳 A private chef whipping up daily breakfasts & dinners that’ll ruin you for regular life
🧺 Daily cleaning (so you can actually relax)
🍝 One unforgettable cooking class inside the villa (yes, you’ll learn the magic behind a perfect Italian dish)
🍇 Adults-only winery visit & lunch at a local vineyard
🚗 Daily excursions through hill towns, open-air markets, and those hidden gems only locals know

Contact us at [email protected] for pricing details.

10/28/2025

A 1-Day Holiday Culinary Experience, Chicago to NYC. December 2025. LDC & Triumph Jets.

Dish Spotlight: Spaghetti Alla Chitarra 🎸🍝 One of Italy’s most comforting classics is taking center stage on our Little ...
10/20/2025

Dish Spotlight: Spaghetti Alla Chitarra 🎸🍝

One of Italy’s most comforting classics is taking center stage on our Little Diner’s Crew menu this Sunday at Ila's Restaurant.

Spaghetti Alla Chitarra — a specialty from Italy’s Abruzzo region — gets its name from the chitarra, a traditional stringed tool that shapes the pasta into delicate, square strands instead of the usual round noodles.

The result? A perfect bite that holds sauce beautifully and tastes like pure comfort.

It’s simple, soulful, and a delicious way for our Crew to experience a little taste of Italy at Íla’s Restaurant & Bar.

Grab your seat at the table on Sunday October 26th, for comfort food with a global twist. https://littledinerscrew.com/a-seat-at-ilas-table/

Ila’s - Comfort Food with a Global Twist Sunday, October 26th4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Chicago We’re stepping into a restaurant ...
10/14/2025

Ila’s - Comfort Food with a Global Twist

Sunday, October 26th
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Chicago

We’re stepping into a restaurant that feels like home — no passport required.

At the world’s flavors come together with a comforting twist, celebrating the warmth and generosity of Íla herself — a mother, a cook, and the heart behind every dish.

🍽️ What to Expect:

- A global comfort food tasting menu designed especially for the Crew

- Stories and inspiration behind Íla’s kitchen

- A chance to experience flavors from around the world — all under one cozy roof

Come hungry. Leave full — of good food, good company, and good memories.

Reserve your seat at www.littledinerscrew.com (link in profile)

Still on cloud ☁️ nine from our food experience . Thanks for taking our Crew on your culinary journey.
10/04/2025

Still on cloud ☁️ nine from our food experience . Thanks for taking our Crew on your culinary journey.

09/29/2025

Chef Stephen Sandoval’s Trino Steakhouse in Chicago. Our Crew expanded their palates with Latin Flavors from Galicia, Northern Mexico, and Argentina. On the menu:

Caesar Salad, Bucatini, Prime Rib, Mash Potatoes, Tres Leches Tiramisu Mascaroone Mousse

Chef Sandoval from TRINO Steakhouse is inviting our Crew on a gastronomic adventure filled with vibrant flavors, creativ...
09/23/2025

Chef Sandoval from TRINO Steakhouse is inviting our Crew on a gastronomic adventure filled with vibrant flavors, creative twists, and a celebration of cultures that come together on the plate.

This will be a dining experience that redefines what a steakhouse can be. Come hungry for adventure!

First Course (Entrada)
Caesar Salad Smoke Anchovy Dressing, Romaine, Fennel, Manchego, Summer Herbs

Second Course (Pasta)
Bucatini Polanco Poblano, Vino Blanco, Manchego, Basil, Fresh Cracked Pepper

Third Course (principal)
Picanah “Prime Rib” Cherry-Churri & Veracruzana Olivada

Third Course (Guarnicion)
Mash Epazote Butter, Crème Fraiche

Fourth Course (Postre)
Tres Leches Tiramisu Mascarpone Mousse, Cafe De Olla Cocoa, Black Cherry

Registration- https://littledinerscrew.com/a-global-steakhouse-and-latin-adventure-at-trino/

🌍✈️ LDC Travel Escape: Tuscany 2026 We’ve been there! And now we’re inviting our Crew on the ultimate Italian getaway! J...
09/19/2025

🌍✈️ LDC Travel Escape: Tuscany 2026

We’ve been there! And now we’re inviting our Crew on the ultimate Italian getaway!

JULY 2026
Join us in the rolling hills of Cortona, Italy, where we’ll call the 16th-century Villa Ruffignano home for a full week of food, fun, and unforgettable memories. 🇮🇹✨

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🏡 7-night stay at a private villa (8 bedrooms, 6 baths) on a 100-hectare estate

👨‍🍳 Private chef-prepared breakfast + dinner daily

🍴 One exclusive Tuscan cooking class

🛍️ Daily excursions to markets, towns, & restaurants

🍇 Adults-only winery visit & tasting

💦 Seasonal pool + lush gardens with breathtaking mountain views

This all-inclusive escape is perfect for families and friends ready to savor Italy, one meal at a time.

📩 Spots are limited—Inquire today at [email protected]

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LDC is a dining club for kids aged 4-12. Our goal is to expand kids palates beyond mac-n-cheese and chicken fingers. Each month we host a dining experience at a different restaurant. Kids sit at their own table, interact with the chef, taste different foods, learn how dishes are prepared, and where certain ingredients are sourced. After sampling their food kids are encouraged to rate each dish on their special LDC menu. At least one parent/adult is required to attend and they too enjoy the same or similar menu at a different table. During most events kids also get a chance to tour the kitchen to see where the magic happens. LDC focuses on selecting a diverse array of venues that will allow members to experience different cultural options each month. Thus far LDC has featured over 20 different restaurants and cuisine that includes, Chinese, Japanese, African, Jamaican, Greek, Italian, Cuban, Mexican, Mediterranean, Spanish, Indian, Southern, East Coast, West Coast, and New American.

LDC offers an annual and monthly memberships for kids. Kids do not need to be a member to attend a dining experience, but members receive a membership packet which includes a LDC passport and other LDC items. Members also receive a reduced registration fee for each event, FREE member appreciation events, and LDC membership perks. All monthly events and perks are posted on www.littledinerscrew.com. Also sign up for membership and our weekly Crew News newsletter at www.litttledinerscrew.com. Email us at [email protected] for questions.