There’s a magical sliver of time, from July to September, when a bounty of Midwest fruits and vegetable show up in all their bright, colorful glory at the markets. And then, almost as quickly as they arrived — POOF — they disappear. But lucky for us, some of our favorite local chefs have mastered the […]
Summer’s over, school’s begun, and you’re back in town. The question of the hour, obviously, is where to eat? While you were at the lake/camp/family reunion or generally off having fun elsewhere, your must-try list of new restaurants has grown. Allow me to break it down for you. Bar Ramone 441 N. Clark St., Chicago […]
Happy National Mushroom Month! These umami-packed fungi are low in calories with no fat or cholesterol and they come in so many different varieties. From mushroom melts to Oaxacan red mole, these restaurants are making it easier than ever to enjoy #MeatlessMonday. New in Town The Chicago Mushroom Company is planning to open a new urban […]
The restaurant business is grueling. Whether working front or back of the house, the job means hours on your feet and service with a smile in a high-energy, high-anxiety environment. Getting along with your fellow workers is a necessity, as the best staffs must work seamlessly as a team to achieve greatness in the kitchen […]
Do you love chocolate? Then come out to the Chocolate, Wine & Spirits Expo April 21-22 at the Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium at Plumbers Hall. Designed for chocolate lovers, this delectable event will feature tempting samples, a benefit wine and spirits tasting, demonstrations and pairings, and much more! Plus, guests will receive complimentary admission to […]
Updated March 15, 2018 The past few months have seen quite a few new restaurants added to the already crowded Chicago market, with no sign of slowing down anytime soon. From Mexico to the Mediterranean, poke to pastry, and city to suburb, the list keeps growing. Here are some sure-to-be new favorites to put on […]
Vegetable-centric. Flexitarian. Vegetarian with benefits. Whatever name you give it, the meaning is still the same. More and more people — yes, even in this meat-crazy town — are turning toward vegetables as they seek out a healthier diet, both for themselves and for the planet. But don’t worry, no one’s suggesting we give up […]
I don’t know about you, but I’ve hit the mid-winter rut, big time. You know that period when spring is just within reach but there are still those last few weeks of February/March to push through? Besides cozying up on the couch and binging on Netflix, one of the best tricks I’ve found to kicking […]
Romance isn’t dead — it just needs a little nudge now and then to keep it alive. Every year, in the weeks before Valentine’s Day, the romance machine starts up. Tables are reserved, flowers are arranged, and chocolates are bought. Restaurants are full to bursting and couples feel the love on Feb. 14. But on […]
Since 1928, Calumet Fisheries has perched on the northwestern side of the Calumet River, 95th at the bridge. Mark Kotlick, whose dad and uncle bought this small, no-nonsense operation in 1948, remembers, “In the old days that bridge would go up every 10 minutes. My dad would run out there and sell Kayo and little nickel […]
