Dining, Festivals
Chicago food & drink events this month
Chicago is a foodie’s dream. Each month, there’s a new batch of food and drink events that offer a taste of the city’s scorching-hot culinary…
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Chicago’s newest Michelin Guide restaurants
Every year, Michelin releases their famed city guides that rate the best restaurants in top dining destinations around the world. And this year’s guide only…
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Chicago’s dog-friendly bars & restaurants
Traveling with your pup means scouting out the best dog-friendly bars and restaurants wherever you go. And in Chicago, there’s no shortage of spots to…
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4 new food halls to try in Chicago
Food halls are all about variety. They offer a little bit of everything, bringing flavors from all around the world to one place — kind…
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5 new things to check out at Taste of Chicago
The world’s largest free-admission food festival, Taste of Chicago, is back this week (July 10 – 14) in Grant Park. We all know about the 300+…
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13 vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Chicago for a meat-free meal
When it comes to dining out, vegetarians are often left with limited options. Not in Chicago. The city has always been known for its diverse…
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9 new patios & rooftops for outdoor dining in Chicago
Summer in Chicago can only mean one thing — patio season. This, and every, patio season is all about finding the latest spot to soak…
Dining, Special events
Chicago bachelorette party: 6 ways to celebrate in the city
Planning one last fling before the ring? Chicago is the perfect spot for a getaway with your girls. That’s because there’s a little something for…
Dining, Special events
Where to celebrate James Beard Eats Week
Chicago’s dining scene is known around the country for its diverse restaurant landscape, innovative chefs, and Midwestern hospitality — which makes it the perfect place to…
Dining
Where to go for Easter brunch in Chicago
Most holidays call for a big, fancy dinner, like your traditional Christmas feast or a night out on New Year’s Eve. But not Easter.This springtime…
Dining
A food tour of Chicago’s Albany Park: 7 places to try
One of my favorite things about living in Chicago is our abundance of riches, culinarily speaking. I’ve been here nearly a decade, and yet, I’m…
Dining, Special events
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at these Chicago bars & restaurants
St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago is a celebration like no other. And the local bars and restaurant are getting in the Irish spirit with specials…
Dining, Holidays
9 romantic spots for Valentine’s Day dinner in Chicago
The biggest date night of the year is coming, and anybody who’s trying to leave the house that night should do their homework. You could…
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Romance blooms at Chicago’s lovebird-led restaurants
There’s no better was to celebrate Valentine’s Day than an intimate dinner for two. And there’s really nothing more fitting than booking a favorite Chicago restaurant…
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5 spots to get your fine dining fix curing Chicago Restaurant Week
For even great restaurants, earning Michelin stars is a difficult task. Receiving just one is a huge achievement in the culinary world. Chicago is home to…
Dining, Special events
10 new restaurants to try during Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week is a great excuse to stop by your favorite neighborhood spot, but don’t miss the opportunity to try something new. Out of…
Dining
8 Chicago restaurant openings to watch in 2019
Chicago flies its foodie flag proudly. Michelin-starred restaurants, food festivals and the James Beard Foundation Awards are as much a part of the city’s landscape…
Dining
Chicago pizza: 13 must-try local spots
Mark your calendars: National Pizza Week is Jan. 13 – 19, 2019. Whether it’s a real holiday or not, it’s the perfect excuse to chow down…
Dining
9 festive restaurants for a holiday dinner in Chicago
Winter means it’s time to celebrate the holidays, and sooner or later, festive decorations will start popping all over the city. You know your local…
Dining, Special events
Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago
Thanksgiving is supposed to be about food and family. But between all the cooking and cleaning, the family part tends to fall by the wayside.…
Dining
Hot chocolate spots to warm up a Chicago winter
The best way to stay warm during a Chicago winter? Lots of hot chocolate. It’s the perfect pit stop during a day of exploring the…
Dining
14 neighborhood bars where you can drink like a local
There are neighborhood bars in every corner of the Chicago, from basement dives to old-school taverns. The one thing they all have in common? They’re…
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What to eat and drink at Christkindlmarket
The holidays are a time for gift-giving and gingerbread and family. It’s also a time for mulled wine in boots and more stollen than you’ve…
Dining, Festivals, Special events
Come “Rock the Fork” at two of Chicago Gourmet’s new events
Food and music – they’re a fabulous pair, and “two of Chicago’s most beloved cultural institutions,” says Sam Toia, president and CEO of the Illinois…
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