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BEHIND THE BAR: Emily >

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I’m From Oak Forest, IL. I came back to Chicago via: Champaign IL, Arizona, Chicago, San Francisco and finally Here I am!

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
Since Earth Day 2013

Biggest Passions?
I really love hoppy beer and the creative culture of breweries. I like understanding how beer gets from farm to table.

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BEHIND THE BAR: Scott >

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
The Detroit area. I moved to New York City after graduating from Michigan State University. After living in a closet (they call that an apartment in NYC) and eating ramen for two years, I move to Chicago to be closer to my sister. Upon moving to Chicago I started working at HomeMade Pizza. This is where I met some great people,

 
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Focus on Flavor: Introducing Cherry Limeade >

 

April showers bring…a delicious new seasonal drink! Flavor is in full bloom with our Cherry Limeade – now available at ALL Protein Bar locations.

5 Reasons we LOVE Cherry Limeade  

Consider this your spring break – refreshing citrus with a kiss of tart cherry and vanilla protein – perfect for lunches on the patio!
More than just a spring fling – add a snack size Cherry Limeade to any of our menu items for

 
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Sweat Squad Spotlight >

Here at Protein Bar we’re always looking for new, innovative ways to get our SWEAT on! Variety is essential for an effective exercise routine – so we’re excited to share a new class from our pals at Barre Bee Fit!

BBF recently launched their INNER DIVAS Dance Series, a monthly class with instructor April Shipp. Each month, April teaches a 90-minute dance class to a song by a different “diva” – incorporating

 
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Scenes from Northwestern Memorial Hospital >

The wait is almost over! Protein Bar NMH is looking good and just weeks away from serving up healthy, delicious, eats. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter pages for pre-opening contests, updates and more.  

 
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Protein Bar SWEET 16 >

Meet our SWEET Sixteen! Below are some of our favorite (better-for-you) dessert recipes. What will you cook up first? Not feeling that ambitious? Stop into any of our restaurants and try a Wrigley Peeled/Federal A’Peel Blended Drink OR a Protein Bakery baked good to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Chocolate Avocado Mousse 
Blueberry Peach Cobbler 
Orange Spice Russian Tea Cakes
Chocolate Paleo Cupcakes with Avocado “Buttercream”
Chocolate Chip Quinoa Cookies 
Bourbon-Pecan Tart with Chocolate Drizzle
Chocolate Banana Bread Protein

 
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SPRING into Healthy Habits >

Spring is finally here! Team Protein Bar is doing a little spring cleaning and asked some of our favorite SWEAT SQUAD friends to weigh-in on how to spring into healthy habits AND make the most of the season.

FIT Tips & Tricks for Spring

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As Spring approaches, (no, I swear it is. It really really is), most people look to get back to the swing of things for summer.

 
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Marce Madness: Top 5 Vegan PB Meals >

Marcy’s Top 5 Vegan PB Meals

Many people in the veg-community (vegetarian, pescetarian, vegan or plant-based) know that Protein Bar has many viable options. There is the infamous Vegan Original – a veganized version of PB’s most popular bar-rito, The Original featuring black beans, quinoa, chicken, cheddar cheese and cilantro. You’ve also got the Superfood Vegan Salad and Green City Vegan Bar-rito — easily identified as vegan by the name. But

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Russ >

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
Born and Raised in Kentucky. Fell in love with the magic of Chicago, so sold the house in Nashville and moved here in 2001

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
8 Weeks

Biggest Passions?
The Arts, food, music, and gardening

If you had to describe yourself in one word what would it be?
Driven

A goal you have achieved that you are proud of?
Went back

 
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St. Patrick’s Day…Healthier! >

Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit – the healthy way! Here are some tips and tricks on keeping things healthy this weekend INCLUDING some amazing recipes courtesy of Chef Phil!

Tips for a HEALTHIER St. Patrick’s Day

Shake things up with our delicious fitMINT Blended Drink. A minty treat that’s PACKED with protein and only has 160 calories!
Drink better! Chicagonans can stop by our River North location post-parade where we’ll be serving