Brunch. There’s just something about the word that inspires coziness…and calories. Whatever. I’m totally on board. And I’m not the only one. Weekend brunching has become a contact sport throughout Chicago and the North Shore. All-you-can-eat brunch buffet? A thing of the past. SO 10 years ago. This is a brand-new list, people! (See last […]
When first told at age 12 that I would have to maintain a gluten-free diet, I didn’t fully understand what that meant. Back in 2002, the concept of a gluten-free diet was not widely discussed. It was generally associated with celiac disease, a digestive disorder caused by gluten, a protein found in wheat, oats, barley […]
Raise the fun factor (and possibly trim the catering bill) at your next party by hiring a food truck to feed the crowd. There are currently about 80 food trucks cruising around Chicagoland and serving up enticing eats like Chorizo and Pepper Jack Mac ‘n Cheese, Pulled Pork Sliders, and Peanut Butter Cup Pancakes—and most […]
Evanston welcomes DMK Burger & Fish, the newest of David Morton and Michael Kornick’s popular DMK restaurants. Located dangerously close to the Northwestern campus (perfect for either study-break or munchies situations), you’ll find “On a Bun” options like the #1 (grass-fed beef patty, aged cheddar, smoked bacon, charred balsamic onions and BBQ sauce) or the […]
Forget all those Valentine’s Days you skipped the chocolate because you were watching your weight. Haven’t we all agreed that it’s fine to eat a piece of delicious chocolate every day? If you haven’t had this epiphany, get on board! Here’s the secret: If you indulge in a piece of dark chocolate, you won’t […]
December: It’s the time when all thoughts turn to Christmas dinner, at least if you have your priorities straight. And naturally, if you’re Jewish, you’re thinking Chinese food on December 25. But people, it’s time to branch out. There’s a whole world of Asian food out there, including Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean and more. So […]
The Michelin Man was very, very good to Chicago this year. And while our wonderful North Shore restaurants were snubbed—again—for the coveted stars (No Quince?Restaurant Michael? Oceanique? A travesty!), a number of our neighborhood favorites were singled out as Bib Gourmand winners. Being selected for this category, while not quite as prestigious, is still something […]
Some say that the only good delis are on the East and West coasts—but that’s a fallacy. What are we, chopped liver? Chicagoland is definitely in the mix. We’ve got the old and venerable (Manny’s has been around since the ‘40s) and the brand spanking new (hello, “it” restaurateur Brendan Sodikoff’s Dillman’s in River North), […]
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 […]
They make our world a little sweeter, crunchier, fresher and fun. Chefs, restaurateurs, farmers and dreamers—all committed to making sure we love what’s on our plates, and also that we enjoy the dining experience. From savory to sweet, we’ve got the dish on: pop-up restaurants, dinner under the stars, the thrill of new arrivals, […]
