Photo: courtesy of The Dugout. 950 W. Addison www.wrigleydugout.com

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Today, we get a special opportunity to chat with Dino Spencer, a key pioneer in bringing Mixed Martial Arts to new heights of popularity around the Chicagoland area. A relentlessly dedicated trainer of some of the most exciting competitors in the sport, Dino's time, effort and dedication is a true testament of his passion and vision of mixed martial arts. Owner of FLO Mixed Martial Arts located in Palatine, Dino was gracious enough to take some time out of his busy training schedule to give us a glimpse into the exciting sport of MMA.

Shonie, Pete, Dino & Jason on the Jerry Springer show

DINO: Great, thanks for asking.

TCM: Why don’t you give our viewers a little background about who you are?

DINO:

• Training in the martial arts since 1976
• Teaching martial arts since 1983
• Coaching professional kickboxing since 1988
• Coaching professional boxing since 1999
• Coaching in the UFC since 2002
• Personally train people in any aspect of fitness or martial arts (ages 5-105)
• I’ve owned 6 gyms, most current is FLO Mixed Martial Arts in palatine (www.flomma.com)
• I’ve been running security for the hottest nightclubs since 1989, currently RiNo and Manor

A MANO (335 N. Dearborn St.), a contemporary trattoria opening on October 12 from the team behind BIN 36, brings an authentic Italian dining experience to Chicago’s River North neighborhood and The City Mix was invited to give our loyal readers a first hand look. Inspired by a love for Italian food and the multifaceted trattorias and ristorantes of Italy that serve as warm, welcoming hubs of social and cultural life, Managing Partner Dan Sachs and his partners – John Caputo (Executive Chef), Brian Duncan (Wine Director), James Terlizzi (General Manager) and Joanne Chessie (Director of Marketing and Retail) – set out to recreate that atmosphere in Chicago. Investing in such essentials as a hand-crafted brick oven and the highest-quality Carpigiani gelato machine, and focusing on authentic cuisine made with the finest seasonal and organic ingredients, A MANO honors the traditions of classic Italian food and culture, while infusing it with an upscale and urban energy. From top-quality imported and domestic salumi (cured meats), handmade pastas and rotisserie-roasted fish and meats to Neapolitan-style pizzas, a daily selection of made-in-house gelato and distinctive Italian wines, the 9,500-square foot

A MANO will offer guests a complete Italian dining experience under one bustling roof.