Custom Placements: Dining Lead
Four Food Events to Hit in October
From apples to wine, these festivals celebrate the best of the season.
Where to Order a Birthday Cake and Affordable Dinner Spots
Where can I order a delicious birthday cake? I love the ones at Sweet Mandy B’s, which has locations in Lincoln Park and Streeterville. The moist cakes are beautifully decorated, and I love how the well-balanced frosting is not overly sweet. The carrot with cream cheese frosting is my favorite. The bakery offers both layer … Read more
Hallyu Meets Halal
Local Korean restaurants have started offering dishes that cater to Muslim diners.
Ramova Grill’s Chili
Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste caramelized to a deep brick red give this chili massive savoriness.
Ithaki Estiatorio Brings Fresh Energy to Greektown
The new restaurant opened in the storied Parthenon space.
Living Large
The Alston is big, opulent fun. But the city’s glitziest new steakhouse still needs a little refining.
The Best Time to Eat in Chicago? Right Now.
Mid-September hits the sweet spot between late-summer produce and early fall ingredients. Here’s where to go now.
All-Day Cafe Buttercup Brings Amaro and Coffee to the South Loop
The new spot, owned by Israel Idonije, taps the expertise of Oliver’s chef and beverage director.