**Food and Filming: Sarah Ramos on Chicago’s Culinary Delights and The Bear’s Final Season**
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Actress Sarah Ramos has expressed her fondness for Chicago’s culinary scene during a recent event celebrating the finale of FX’s acclaimed series, *The Bear*. At the Final Family Meal event held in New York City, she took the opportunity to share her favourite local dishes, revealing her particular passion for deep-dish pizza from Pequod’s.

Ramos, who portrays Jessica, an expediter at the fictional restaurant Ever, highlighted the unique offerings of the Windy City, saying, “Chicago food is incredible, and Chicago people, and the Cubs.” Her endorsement of Pequod’s is particularly telling, as she described the restaurant’s distinctive pizza, remarking, “I love a Pequod’s deep-dish pizza, but really only from Pequod’s,” with a special emphasis on its signature burnt crust.

While deep-dish pizza is arguably Chicago’s most famous culinary export, Ramos also pointed out the city’s lesser-known but equally delightful thin pan-style pizza. The actress went on to discuss her penchant for sweet treats as well, describing her adventures around the city in search of the best desserts. “I just go around, go on treat ventures, treat-scursions, to find any kind of treat I can,” she explained.
Among her favourite dessert spots, Ramos mentioned the Doughnut Vault, a well-regarded establishment known for its classic doughnuts. She noted, “They have a great old-fashioned doughnut… to me that’s Chicago,” highlighting her personal connection to the city’s food culture.
As filming of *The Bear* wraps up, Ramos reflected on the relationships formed with her co-stars and the enjoyable atmosphere of filming in Chicago. She likened their experiences to “a winter camp,” noting the camaraderie that developed within the cast during the chilly filming schedule. “I’m going to miss that,” Ramos admitted, pointing to the unique sense of community experienced while working on the show.
The fifth and final season of *The Bear* is slated for release on June 25, with all eight episodes available on Hulu and Disney+. As the show approaches its conclusion, Ramos expressed that what she would miss most is, indeed, “all the people” involved in the production.
Meanwhile, fellow star Jeremy Allen White shared his thoughts on the emotional journey his character, Carmen ‘Carmy’ Berzatto, undergoes throughout this final season. White described reading the script for the last episode as a challenging experience, stating, “It was hard. I mean, it was hard to read. It was hard to shoot.”
He elaborated on the thematic arc of the season, suggesting that Carmy’s narrative culminates in an “ultimate surrender and acceptance” of his true self. Reflecting on the show’s overarching message, White affirmed that everything ultimately aligns in a meaningful way.
The conclusion of *The Bear* marks a significant moment for the cast and crew, as well as for its dedicated fanbase. With the anticipation building for the final season, viewers can soon enjoy the culmination of the characters’ journeys laden with object lessons of growth and self-acceptance.
As *The Bear* prepares to bid farewell, both Ramos and White underscore the importance of the friendships and the deep connection they forged with one another, set against the vibrant backdrop of Chicago’s food scene. The city’s culinary delights and the bonds formed during filming will linger long after the last episode airs, leaving an indelible mark on all involved.
