Snack While You Sip at Barrio By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler There's barely a trace of its predecessor, Blackfinn Ameripub, at this new River North spot. Read more
Charlie Trotter Is Alive And Well By Carrie Schedler Chicago’s iconic chef died in 2013 and it seemed his legacy was tarnished. Three decades after his restaurant opened, we look at his lasting imprint on the city’s dining scene. Read more
Here's How to Grow Hops in Chicago By John Carruthers Get the ultimate in local beer: grow the hops yourself. Read more
Homegrown Hops Are Hot in the Local Beer Scene By John Carruthers Three hometown brews that come with a taste of Illinois terroir Read more
Veruca Chocolates Leaves Bucktown, and Other Dining News By Carrie Schedler and Carly Boers Plus: Elske has a great week, and Blu 57 opens in Andersonville. Read more
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now By Penny Pollack Chicago’s most buzzed-about restaurants in August Read more
Prepare for Pastas, Stir-Fries, and a "Honeybar" at Honeygrow By Penny Pollack and Carly Boers The Philly-based chain debuts its quick-service bowls this Friday. Read more
Drink Like a Movie Star at BLVD By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler The old-Hollywood vibe makes your cocktail feel way classier. Read more
Libanais Restaurant and Bakery Has Sweet and Savory Delights By Carrie Schedler Get mounds of beautiful baklava and other tasty Lebanese fare in Lincolnwood. Read more
Slightly Toasted Gets a Little Friend, and More Dining News By Carrie Schedler and Carly Boers Plus, the latest two examples of how fickle and cruel the dining world can be. Read more
