Lynette Smith
A Mission From God
Car chases in the Loop! Hate rallies in Jackson Park! John Belushi in the mayor’s office! This exclusive excerpt from a new book details how Chicago became the inextricable backdrop to The Blues Brothers.
The Goods: Garden of Delights
Spring is awakening with botanical-inspired style.
Lori Lightfoot
The former mayor, 61, on her enemies, lessons from COVID, and why she’s finished with politics
This Month’s Obsession: Grilled Shellfish Parrillada at El Che Steakhouse & Bar
It’s dramatic, delicious, and great for a group.
Mindy Segal Now Has a Custom Chocolate
The renowned pastry chef will use Lait Extraordinaire, her personalized mix of milk and dark chocolates, in her programs.
Martin Sorge’s Black Emmer Carrot Cake
Seasonal ingredients like Midwestern rhubarb and exotic citrus have long inspired Chicago’s own Great American Baking Show winner, Martin Sorge. But as his skills flourished, he began exploring beyond the produce department. “I discovered the array of grains and flours that could add flavor to my creations,” he says. “I also discovered Janie’s Mill, a … Read more
Fashion Gets Fun
Designers have gone playful this season. These pieces, photographed at the Old Post Office in the West Loop, feature clever twists guaranteed to deliver.