Eli’s Cheesecake Expands Chicago Facility, Boosting Jobs and Sweet Treats
October 17, 2023 | 1 min to read
In Chicago, a significant expansion of Eli's Cheesecake's bakery was celebrated after 43 years of being a beloved local dessert. During the ribbon-cutting, Marc Schulman reflected on his father's legacy, which began with the famous cheesecake at his steakhouse and the inaugural Taste of Chicago in 1980. This expansion aims to distribute their delectable treats nationwide, marking a new chapter for the iconic brand.
CHICAGO – For 43 years, Eli’s Cheesecake has been one of Chicago’s favorite treats. Now, a major expansion of their Northwest Side bakery will help put the delicious desserts on store shelves across America.
There was a big cheer as they cut the ribbon—rather cheesecake—and dedicated a huge new expansion of the bakery Tuesday afternoon.
“I think of my parents, my dad Eli, his 50 years in the restaurant business and that first Taste of Chicago in 1980,” said Marc Schulman, whose father Eli created the namesake cheesecake for his Chicago steakhouse 43 years ago.
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