Catch 35, one of Chicago’s favorite seafood restaurants in the world-renowned Theater District, now has outdoor dining! The brand new patio is the perfect place to enjoy great seafood, a good glass of wine and amazing views of Chicago landmarks such as the iconic ‘corn cobs’ of Marina City. Whether you want to enjoy people-watching,… Read more »
The James Beard Awards concluded Monday, June 13. The awards celebrate leaders in the culinary and food media industries. Over 20 winners were awarded across various categories regarding best restaurants, bars, chefs, food media, and more. Chicago’s own Erick Williams was awarded Best Chef in the Great Lakes region. Williams is the owner of Virtue… Read more »
This weekend marks the 2022 James Beard Awards. The James Beard Awards is one of the most prestigious awards in the culinary world, honoring outstanding creators in the culinary and food media industries nationwide. The three day long event will take place across the weekend of June 11 – June 13. Media Awards The James… Read more »
Summer is here, which means Chicago Rooftop Season is here! Chicago has so many rooftops to pick from, it’s hard to choose just one. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of some of the best rooftops Chicago has to offer. Cindy’s Rooftop Looking to find breathtaking panoramic views of both the… Read more »
Chicago may be known for its deep dish pizzas, traditional hot dogs, and Italian beef but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t offer plenty of plant-based eateries. The city’s diversity extends to its food scene, and we’ve rounded up 10 great plant-based eateries across the city that offer vegetarian and vegan menus, from classic comfort food… Read more »
Cheers! June is National Rose Month and there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate with restaurants and bars across the city! The Hampton Social is hosting a variety of events and happenings throughout the month of June to celebrate. Stop by on Wednesdays for Rosé tastings, during which you can sample two of The Hampton… Read more »
If you can’t wait until Monday to begin your Memorial Day weekend festivities, you’re in luck. Today—Friday, May 27—is National Italian Beef Day. A Chicago classic, Italian beef sandwiches are said to have originated from Chicago in the early 1900s, created by Italian immigrants working in the city. According to chicagobeef.us, the sandwich is made… Read more »
As temperatures continue to rise, Chicago is finding ways to stay cool and ice cream is one of the most pleasurable ways to cool down. Here are some of the best shops around the city to get a scoop or a cone: Cone This family-owned ice cream shop in West Loop is serving up quality,… Read more »
Spending time by the water when temperatures rise is always a good idea. And we cannot think of a better way to spend a hot summer day than to go for a stroll on the Riverwalk. The Riverwalk is truly Chicago’s second waterfront. Chicagoans have long treasured our beautiful lakefront, but now, more than ever,… Read more »
Food halls & food courts can be found all over the city, but did you know that the oldest, largest and most diverse food hall of Chicago is located under the train tracks at Ogilvie station? If you are looking for flavors from around the world, the French Market is your new favorite place! The… Read more »
This Wednesday, September 28th, Chicago chefs are coming together to raise money for Puerto Rico. Proceeds will go towards World Central Kitchen, who is on the frontlines in Puerto Rico providing warm meals to those devastated by the hurricane. A week after raising $110,000 for the victims of the humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia, more than… Read more »
Gourmet Expos’ The West Loop Festival of Spirits & Wine and Mouthwatering Treats returns to Plumbers Hall in the West Loop for its 5th annual spring event. Make sure to mark Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27, 2022 on your calendar. The foodie fest is bringing the unique experience of visiting many varied wineries and distilleries under one roof—with tastings, bottles available for purchase… Read more »