Four Food Fests to Hit This Summer
From tacos to burgers, these fests will have you eating well this season.
Custom Placements: Dining Lead
James Beard Celebrates Community, Immigrants at Its Annual Chicago Ceremony
We spoke with local winners about hospitality, the secret to their success, and honoring their past.
Kumiko’s Potato Salad
“It’s a play on textures. Creamy potatoes, crunchy pickles, roasted ham for savory depth, and crispy fingerlings for an addictive bite.”
A ChatGPT-Perfected Restaurant
With restaurants like Alinea and Esmé turning to AI, our critic uses the tool to create his ideal restaurant.
The Four Best Frozen Drinks
1 Hurricane at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern It’s better than many of the ones we’ve had in New Orleans. With two types of rum, passionfruit, orange juice, and pomegranate, it’s potent and tart and goes down almost too easy. $15. 5215 S. Harper Ave., Hyde Park 2 Negroni Slushy at Parson’s Chicken & Fish Chicago’s … Read more
Jimmy Bannos Jr. Will Open Kouklas This Summer
The former Purple Pig chef is bringing seasonal Greek cuisine to Niles.
The Definitive Guide to Giardiniera
Chicago’s beloved condiment adds zip to everything it touches. Our definitive guide includes a recipe from star chef Sarah Grueneberg, a taste test of local brands, and more.
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat
An Artful River North Restaurant Is Coming Next Month
LIA, which stands for Life Imitates Art, will serve dishes directly inspired by artwork.