Away for a Day Inspired by Slurping Turtle

Away for a Day: Slurping Turtle, Chicago

What happens when Chicago comfort food meets Chef Dennis Chan? You get a dinner worth traveling for.

On April 21 and 22, we’re taking a culinary trip to Chicago, inspired by Slurping Turtle and its playful approach to Japanese-inspired comfort food. No plane ticket, no packing, no airport delays. Just a special dinner at Blue Bamboo that brings a little Chicago inspiration to Jacksonville.

Chef Dennis has put together a menu full of bold flavors and unexpected combinations. Start with “Hamachi” nachos, a creative twist on a familiar favorite, followed by duck fat-fried chicken and a comforting bowl of tan tan mein ramen. We’ll finish with matcha cream puffs, bringing the distinctive flavor of Japanese green tea to a classic dessert.

It’s a chance to try something different, share a great meal, and discover what happens when a chef takes inspiration from a restaurant that made an impression.

Dinner Details

Dates: April 21 and 22

Time: 7:00–9:00 PM

Price: $45 per person

Location: Blue Bamboo Canton Bistro, Jacksonville

Menu: “Hamachi” nachos, duck fat-fried chicken, tan tan mein ramen, and matcha cream puffs

Beverages: Available at your discretion and priced separately

A note about the menu: Each dinner is our own interpretation of the dishes that made the original famous, cooked the Blue Bamboo way.

Part of the Away for a Day Foodie Dinner Series, where Chef Dennis explores memorable restaurants and the flavors that make dining across America worth the trip. Away for a Day is an original Blue Bamboo series inspired by restaurants we admire. These dinners are not affiliated with or endorsed by the restaurants that inspire them.