Common Threads wants us to get cooking this month. January has been named Cooking for Life month with a goal of raising awareness and support for not only nutrition and healthy eating but also the importance of cooking and preparing wholesome food at home. Common Threads is a nonprofit dedicated to emphasizing the importance of nutrition to children and […]
Carla Hall is every bit as effervescent in person as she appears on TV (you know her from “Top Chef” and “The Chew“). But what really comes through—whether she is signing a cookbook for a long line of people or engaged in one-on-one conversation—is her genuine warmth and interest in others. She wants to know […]
Chicago is full of foodies. These local chefs, store owners and restaurateurs gave us an exclusive look at their ultimate favorites: spots to eat, dishes to cook at home, can’t-live-without cocktails and even a few fun facts and insider tips for navigating their restaurants and stores. RICK BAYLESS Chef and Founder of Frontera Grill, Topolobampo […]
The Julia Child of Japan lives in Evanston. Constance Chang taught Japan about Chinese food, just like Julia Child taught America about French food. Chang is now 93-years old and lives in The Mather, where she retired to be near her three children and grandchildren, but when she was a restaurant owner, television chef […]
