The plans are made, the table’s set, and you’ve agreed under duress to make a turkey for the extended family. But you’ve neither the time nor inclination to fuss with all the side dishes and desserts, and you want to step it up a bit from the Jewel pumpkin pie and a can of cranberry […]
Here in the Midwest, we are renowned not only for our hospitality, but our big hearts. Chicago-area chefs, restaurateurs, and food entrepreneurs are no exception to this; rather, they lead the way. Because there’s no greater show of humanity than feeding the soul as well as the body. Here are a few of the people […]
The time has come. Starbucks is decking the halls for the 2019 holiday season! This means a fresh set of the coffee giant’s signature holiday cups, a festive winter menu, and a reusable red cup giveaway. Beginning today, Nov. 7, US locations will carry four new cup designs and a seasonal menu. After months of waiting, […]
Locally caught seafood is not just the environmentally friendly choice; it tastes better too.
Everyone loves pasta, right? That’s one reason why Chicago is now seeing a renewed interest in house-made, hand-crafted pasta. At Spiaggia (980 N. Michigan Ave.), James Beard award-winning chef Tony Mantuano has been making pasta since day one. Sitting down before service one night in late October, Mantuano told us that in 1982, when he […]
The Bay Area food community is leading the way on making changes to how we consume and think about food.
As Mercury goes into retrograde on Halloween, during Scorpio season, there are some major astronomical events at play. Make sure to choose your candy wisely this year. Aries (March 21 to April 19) — Super-Size Candy Bars With Aries, it’s go big or go home. This sign is constantly striving to be number one, and […]
Steak goes great with big, bold reds and full-bodied whites sync up nicely with fish dishes. But, have you ever thought about which wines pair perfectly with candy? Just in time for Halloween, we asked wine experts to share their favorite candy and wine pairings. So go raid your kids’ candy stash and trick or […]
Snacks so good they should have been written into the scripts. Whether you’re throwing a spooky soiree or just need some scary movie comfort food, we’ve got you covered. These munchies pay homage to our favorite flicks, characters, and scenes from all the classics. As if you needed an excuse to snuggle up and snack […]
Calling all hungry Chicagoans! Chicago’s bustling restaurant scene welcomes a few newcomers, while long-time local favorites bring their classics to new locations. Plus, gorgeous new home-goods stores, a state-of-the-art hydrotherapy spa, and all of your tailgating dreams come true. Eat/Drink Hubbard Inn (re-opening) 110 W. Hubbard St., Chicago Hubbard Inn is getting a major facelift. […]
