A Guide to the Art of Wine and Cheese Pairing, With Tips From Cheese Expert Laura Werlin
Here are a few overarching rules, plus a few personal favorite California cheese and wine pairings to inspire you.
James Beard Foundation Awards Bring the Culinary World’s Stars to Chicago; Chicagoans Erick Williams and Julia Momosé Among the Winners
Even an evening plagued with wild storms and the threat of tornadoes couldn’t keep the culinary world’s elite from filling the Lyric Opera of Chicago once again for the 2022 James Beard Foundation Awards (JBFA). Following a two-year hiatus, the awards — often considered the Oscars of the food world — returned to the Windy City, […]
Father's Day 2022: 9 Gifts for Dads from Chicago and North Shore Stores
Father’s Day is approaching fast! If you are still searching for the perfect gift for your father or father figure, check out these eight great gifts that you can pick up from local shops in Chicago and the North Shore. Backyard BBQ Store BBQ Rub and Spice Backyard Bundle, $89 Help the dad in your […]
Exploring the Art and Culture of Fermentation Around the World With Bestselling Author Sandor Katz
From James Beard Award winner and New York Times-best-selling author of The Art of Fermentation, Sandor Katz’s Fermentation Journeys explores the recipes, processes, cultural traditions and stories from around the globe that inspire the author’s life’s work — a cookbook destined to become a modern classic essential for every home chef. For the past two […]
Ultimate 2022 Guide to Getting Outdoors in Chicago and the North Shore
When summer finally arrives Chicago, it’s impossible to stay inside. We’re drawn from our cold-weather bunkers likes moths to a flame, desperate to soak up every last drop of vitamin D (slathered with plenty of sunscreen, of course), before we turn into pumpkins and it’s nine more months of winter. (We know — winter isn’t […]
Start Off Your Summer With These Locally-Made Canned Drinks
Summer is almost here at last, and we’re ready to toast to life spent enjoying the great outdoors with backyard barbecues, sailing on the bay, picnics at our favorite local beaches and camping trips. Provisioning for any adventure is easy with these canned beverages from local makers. Cheers! Best Day Brewing West Coast IPA Made […]
New in Town: Alpana Singh's Latest Restaurant, Japanese Street Food and Ramen, a Celeb Fitness Favorite and More
Weather is warming, and people are coming out to eat, shop and play at new restaurants, shops, salons and studios around Chicago and the suburbs. Supporting old favorites and giving a boost to newly opened restaurants, stores and other businesses is a good way to help keep our communities thriving. Here’s what’s new in town […]
7 Women Winemakers in California Forging a Better, Brighter Future With Sustainable Viticulture
Winemaking in California has never been more challenging, with climate change, the threat of wildfires and drought threatening vineyards at every turn. There’s hope for wine lovers though – many winery owners are rising to the challenge, embracing more sustainable practices from dry farming to installing pollinator sanctuaries. These sustainable viticulture practices go hand in […]
7 Women Winemakers in California Forging a Better, Brighter Future With Sustainable Viticulture
Winemaking in California has never been more challenging, with climate change, the threat of wildfires and drought threatening vineyards at every turn. There’s hope for wine lovers though – many winery owners are rising to the challenge, embracing more sustainable practices from dry farming to installing pollinator sanctuaries. These sustainable viticulture practices go hand in […]
7 Women Winemakers in California Forging a Better, Brighter Future With Sustainable Viticulture
Winemaking in California has never been more challenging, with climate change, the threat of wildfires and drought threatening vineyards at every turn. There’s hope for wine lovers though – many winery owners are rising to the challenge, embracing more sustainable practices from dry farming to installing pollinator sanctuaries. These sustainable viticulture practices go hand in […]
