Five Questions for Michael Vaughn About His New Gig at Balsan
The Chicago-bred Waldorf Astoria vet has already implemented some changes–less French bistro, more local fare.
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The Five Hottest Bars in Chicago Right Now
The buzziest places where everyone wants to raise a glass in April
What You Need to Know About the Chicago Dining Scene This Week
Change comes to Embeya, the Scofflaw crew keeps swimming in Logan Square, and Chicago’s brunch reviews get a brand-new home.
Erik Anderson Will Take Over at Intro in May
The former chef at the Catbird Seat in Nashville will swap in for CJ Jacobson.
Charcuterie board at Tête Charcuterie
Bring me more house-cured meats—and keep the sourdough bread and coarse mustard coming, too. Tête Charcuterie, 1114 W. Randolph St., West Loop, 312-733-1178
River Roast May Be Cold and Corporate, But It's Still Crowd-Pleasing
The New American spot in River North could benefit from being smaller and warmer, but the food is good regardless.
The Hot List
Chicago’s most buzzed-about restaurants right now
Dusek's Garlic Sausage Sandwich Is Basically a Grown-Up Hot Dog
Plus, it comes with beef fat fries.
The Trans 100 Celebrates Another Year
Filmmaker Lana Wachowski and GLAAD spokesperson Tiq Milan were on hand to praise this year’s honorees.