At the start of a new year, most people look to resolutions as a source of guidance for the 12 months ahead. But, for all us food lovers out there, yearly food trend predictions tend to fill this role instead. While this annual roll out of hot, must-try dishes is always rooted in excitement, so […]
DOX Quality Greek, a chef-driven and fast casual Greek restaurant, opened in December. Founded by Greek Kitchen owner Peter Thanoukos and Executive Chef Christos Fasseas, DOX brings the authentic flavors of Chef Christos’ hometown of Athens to the heart of Wicker Park. Dox features the best of Greek street food in dishes meant to be […]
Great hot chocolate is not to be trifled with. You’re either serious and willing to wait for it (freshly made with high-quality artisanal chocolate) or you’re not (Swiss Miss). So let’s lay down some simple laws. Rule #1: No commercial mixes allowed. We’re talking house-made, chocolate-forward, honest-to-goodness hot chocolate. Sugar is not the main ingredient […]
After 35 years in the restaurant business, Madeleine and Kaveh Mirani felt it was time for a change. So they shuttered Mirani’s, their lovely French bistro, after a 10-year run on Elm Street in Winnetka (22 years after they first opened the original Mirani’s Gourmet Deli on Green Bay Road) and moved around the corner […]
Kal’ish, a short-order vegan restaurant, celebrated its grand opening Jan. 14. Owners Gina and Andy Kalish, who also manage the Ravenswood Event Center, were thrilled to open a vegan restaurant that caters to vegans and meat-eaters alike. Kal’ish features animal-free takes on classic American favorites and also offers gluten- and nut-free dishes. A Sunday brunch menu […]
Cookies are the secret weapons of the pastry kitchen. In one or two bites, you get a hit of concentrated flavor and sweet deliciousness, all without making a huge calorie commitment. It’s the perfect way to “cheat” just a little. Bake a batch of these cookies, save a few to treat yourself, and bring the […]
A healthy diet should be your first line of defense against cancer. Here’s how to turn every meal into a powerful weapon against disease. Whether you’re staring down a cancer diagnosis, have a family history of cancer and want to reduce your risk, or simply want to live as healthily as possible, cleaning up your […]
Full confession: I made the mistake of stepping on the scale Jan. 1 and discovered that I’ve gained back every hard-won pound (and then some!) that I lost a few years ago. They may have been lost, but they’ve definitively been found. Sigh. Back onto the struggle bus of middle age. What to do? In […]
You might not be able to taste grapes off the vine, but winter is a relaxing and intimate time to visit California wine country. You’ll find better rates at hotels, it is easier to book winery appointments, and winemakers will have more time to chat. Plus, the weather is still great compared to Chicago! Napa […]
You might not be able to taste grapes off the vine, but winter is a relaxing and intimate time to visit California wine country. You’ll find better rates at hotels, it is easier to book winery appointments, and winemakers will have more time to chat. Plus, the weather is still great compared to Chicago! Napa […]
