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17 vegetarian restaurant deals during Chicago Restaurant Week 2025
You don’t have to be a carnivore to enjoy a good meal in Chicago. The city is filled with vegetarian restaurants offering a stunning range…
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16 local favorites to try during Chicago Restaurant Week 2025
You haven’t gotten a real taste of Chicago’s diverse restaurant scene until you’ve explored the city’s neighborhoods. That’s where you’ll find an incredible array of…
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18 new restaurants to try during Chicago Restaurant Week 2025
There’s no better time to experience the city’s acclaimed restaurant scene than Chicago Restaurant Week. This year’s edition of the annual foodie fest, which takes…
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20+ brunch deals to try during Chicago Restaurant Week 2025
In Chicago, the most important part of the weekend is where you go for brunch. It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, explore…
Dining, Special events
19 can’t-miss Chicago Restaurant Week deals at award-winning restaurants
Want to get a taste of Chicago’s top dining experiences without breaking the bank? Chicago Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to start checking off…
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20+ restaurants for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve dinner in Chicago
Say goodbye to 2024 and ring in the new year in true Chicago style — with an unforgettable meal. Here are just a few top…
Dining
Where to enjoy a holiday dinner in Chicago: Christmas and Hanukkah specials
Chicago’s award-winning dining scene is ready to celebrate the holidays. The city’s restaurants go all out for the most wonderful time of the year, with…
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Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago
Chicago is a dining destination 365 days a year, which means there are tons of amazing restaurants open on Thanksgiving. After you’ve worked up an…
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What to eat, drink, and buy at Christkindlmarket Chicago
Christkindlmarket has been a holiday tradition in Chicago since 1996. Modeled after the 16th-century holiday markets in Germany, the free-admission outdoor bazaar in downtown Daley…
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13 must-try Hispanic-owned restaurants in Chicago
National Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time to discover the diverse culinary traditions of Chicago’s dynamic Hispanic/Latino communities. The city’s Hispanic-owned restaurants specialize in…
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50+ Chicago spots to check out for National Black Business Month
August is National Black Business Month, the perfect time to put a spotlight on Chicago’s wealth of Black-owned businesses. Chicago’s Black entrepreneurs are an integral…
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What to know about Chicago Gourmet 2024
For the last 16 years, Chicago Gourmet has brought luxurious tastings and wine pairings, intimate conversations with acclaimed chefs, and the camaraderie of standing shoulder-to-shoulder…
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