Brunch is my favorite mashup. It’s two…two…two meals in one, and not only is that a timesaver—let’s face it, who has time for two meals on Sunday morning when you’ve already slept through the first one?—but it’s clearly meant as an excuse for day drinking. But a bottomless Mimosa or a fabulous Bloody Mary bar […]
Chicken noodle soup may be the quintessential American comfort food, but as more chefs are embracing Asian flavors and techniques, the rise of ramen is indicative of an increasingly adventurous casual diner. Even in a simple meal out, guests are more open to unfamiliar flavors and the rich, unctuous ramen broth has become so ubiquitous […]
There are dozens of places to sharpen your culinary skills in this gastronomically obsessed city—from cooking schools to cooking parties—but what better way to master the art of fine cuisine than to learn from the maestros themselves? We rounded up some of our favorite restaurant cooking classes to take you out of the classroom and […]
Chicago’s first nonprofit food museum—Foodseum—is scheduled to open its first pop-up exhibit in May 2015. The Foodseum will feature interactive exhibits that allow guests to explore the history and meaning of different types of food in our culture. Each exhibit will feature a single food type—encased meats, for instance (more on that momentarily)—and explore three essential […]
Chicagoans are carb loaders, and damn proud of it. Weather got you down? Eat some pie. Celebrating a win? Have a cupcake. Having drinks with the gal pals? Grab some macarons. You get the picture, right? So if there’s a public service to be performed here, it’s to narrow down the crowded field. But every […]
Whether you’re a Patriots or Seahawks fan (or, like me, a Super Bowl commercials devotee and avid Katy Perry follower), the truth is you’ve got to eat. The question is, where? You don’t want to sit at home and watch because you’d like a really big screen and the excitement of a crowd. These restaurants […]
Not sure what to do for Valentine’s Day? Take heart…we’ve got the recipe for romance. Here’s our roundup of the area’s ultimate date-night restaurants, from candlelit tables for two to rooms with a view. Now that’s amore. Just make sure to make your reservation soon, before your table’s taken! Geja’s Cafe For 50 years, the […]
If you think a taco consists of a crispy taco shell with some sautéed chopped meat, shredded cheese and iceberg lettuce, this is not your article. Move along. I’m talking about the real thing, not some Tex-Mex travesty. Listen, I’m not asking for much: A homemade, soft corn tortilla; a piece of grilled or battered […]
You’re starving, on the road and have only seen fast food restaurants for miles. In other words, you are desperate. We can help! Not all fast food is crammed with calories, carbs, fat and sodium. Check out these healthier, lighter options at easy-to-find restaurants — all of which may sound slightly more enticing than the […]
Chocolate warms both the body and soul, offering serious comfort on a frigid winter day. We’ve searched far and wide to find the best chocolate desserts in Chicago and the North Shore (tough job, but someone’s got to do it!). From bonbons to baklava, our chocolate roundup has everything you need next time you’ve got […]
