The Obama Presidential Center will showcase a South Side food legacy, says chef-in-charge Cliff Rome

The Obama Presidential Center will showcase a South Side food legacy, says chef-in-charge Cliff Rome

Cliff Rome is obsessed with stories. The 53-year-old Chicago chef, who jokingly refers to himself as “Unc,” does indeed radiate the qualities of a favorite uncle. He appreciates food, family and friends. He also loves old school music from artists like Miles Davis and the Isley Brothers and reminiscing about the past.On a cold Monday afternoon in January, I joined the Englewood native at his Bronzeville restaurant, Peach’s.The 47th Street soul f…

Obama Presidential Center will showcase South Side food legacy

Cliff Rome is obsessed with stories. The 53-year-old Chicago chef, who jokingly refers to himself as “Unc,” does indeed radiate the qualities of a favorite uncle. He appreciates food, family and friends. He also loves old school music from artists like Miles Davis and the Isley Brothers and reminiscing about the past. On a cold Monday afternoon in January, I joined the Englewood native at his Bronzeville restaurant, Peach’s.The 47th Street soul …