Jake Potashnick is the Owner and Executive Chef of Feld, a relationship-to-table restaurant in Chicago, IL’s West Town.

Born and raised in Chicago, Potashnick’s love for cooking began when he was seven, watching his family cook. After graduating from college, Potashnick moved to Europe to work in some of the continent’s best restaurants. After spending time in Sweden, France, and Germany, he moved back to Chicago in 2022 to begin working on fulfilling his lifelong dream of opening his own restaurant.

Feld opened in June 2024, a unique fine-dining experience driven by extreme seasonality, constant change, evolution, and top-quality produce. Each dish is served with a relationship-to-table philosophy, highlighting not only the products but the talented farmers behind them. The ever-changing tasting menu blends Potashnick’s diverse culinary experiences and travels, creativity from his team, and current seasonal fare. In less than two years of being open Feld and Potashnick have been awarded and recognized by the Michelin Guide, Bon Appetit, and James Beard Foundation.