Protein Bar Blog

Meet Jihye, Protein Bar’s passionate Marketing Intern! For the past 3 months Jihye has helped us shape our brand, execute countless events and wellness fairs AND was an integral part of our store openings. Her positive energy uplifts and inspires—we all feel so privileged to have her as part of the corporate team! Learn more about this Seoul native below!

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
From Seoul, South

You aren’t a flat piece of paper. You aren’t a smooth piece of pavement, (I know somewhere in Chicago it exists). You aren’t as thin as a piece of pizza from Piece. You are multi dimensional person. You’ve got curves. You’ve got muscles. You’ve got drive, determination, faults, feelings, a chest, arms, legs and a back… you have got the entire package.

So why, oh why do you continue to train

Chef Phil is back in the kitchen and ALL about apples today. Read below as Chef shares his favorite ways to use these delicious autumn treats! Then head to any of our locations to try our Harvest Salad, updated for the season with crisp, tangy Granny Smith apples.

—Chef Phil’s 5 ways to use apples—

 Make apple crisp….with a little quinoa in the crumb top of course.
 Stew some low and slow for

Meet Dash, team member at Protein Bar River North. Dash is not only a customer service powerhouse, he’s also an amazing artist! Check out his blog and learn more below. 

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I was born in San Francisco, where I lived till I was twelve. After bouncing around a bit with my family I decided to come to Chicago for school and

All week you’ve worked hard, eaten healthy (hopefully at Protein Bar!) and battled the temperamental Chicago weather. Have no fear! The weekend is nearly here—and the forecast is sunny and doable! The Protein Bar team has put together a few fun, healthy ways to enjoy the weekend, PB style. What are you waiting for? Get out there and enjoy what’s left of the season!

SWEAT Squad Saturdays—Protein Bar Run Club will be taking on

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Protein Bar is teaming up with Bright Pink and offering a special Bright Pink Drink. Bright Pink is a national non-profit organization that provides education and support to young women who are at high risk for breast and ovarian cancer. As curators of all things healthy, we admire this organization and their positive efforts in the Chicago community and beyond. Visit www.bebrightpink.org to learn more about the organization

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
Chicago is the greatest city anywhere, been here my whole life and don’t really plan on leaving. Studied Marketing & Sales at DePaul University.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
A little over a month.

What’s your personal motto?
“Start every day off with a smile and get it over with.”

Most embarrassing moment?
I embarrass myself every single day. Today—slipping on the bridge

Standing on the sidelines with Imerman Angels and a few of my own Protein Bar Angels last weekend as the first round of Chicago Marathoners crossed the 14 mile mark, it is hard not to be overcome with emotion. For some its the realization of a dream and for others its the enhancement of a previous goal. While watching all the amazing athletes, I started thinking about what we can

One of the keys to getting great flavor from healthy food is the use of herbs and seasonings. A few pinches here and there can really kick up a dish without adding any calories or fat. That is why they are key components in the Protein Bar kitchen. Chef Phil has just perfected our marinara sauce with the addition of a few herbs and spices.

If you are a fan of

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I’m from Pittsburgh, home of the Penguins, Steelers and Primanti Bros. sandwich.  I lived in the burgh my whole life, but there comes a point when something new is better.  I came here for a change, chance and opportunity to do something exciting. 

How long have you been with Protein Bar? 
About 6 months…

Biggest Passions?
I would say my biggest passion is working