Fine Dining for the People: Real Prices for Real Chicagoans By John Kessler Our dining critic explores the affordable fine dining trend, makes a few lunch stops, and finds a great Indian catering option. Read more
A Very Chinese Cookbook Celebrates Food and Family By Anthony Todd Jeffrey and Kevin Pang’s book, out October 24, features Chinese and Chinese-American recipes. Read more
Our Dining Critic Is Obsessed With These Afghan Dumplings By John Kessler Though meatless, greaseless, and only lightly seasoned, the aushak at Helmand are hearty and flavorful. Read more
How to Make Split-Rail’s Mac and Cheese By Cate Huguelet Chef Zoe Schor uses Calabrian chiles in this grown-up version of a comfort food fave. Read more
Kala Modern Is Greek Street Food Paradise By Titus Ruscitti Some of the Lincoln Park restaurant's best dishes are coming off the grill. Read more
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: October 2023 The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month Read more
A New Book Traces Midwest Cuisine By Amy Cavanaugh From cannibal sandwiches to cold pack cheese, Big Jones chef Paul Fehribach’s new book looks at the origins of Midwestern cuisine. Read more
A James Beard Finalist Makes Atelier His Own By Amy Cavanaugh With dishes that reflect both global and Southern influences, Christian Hunter is finding his voice at Atelier. Read more
Tuk Tuk Thai Takes Us On a Joy Ride By John Kessler The new spot takes diners on a vibrant journey through the funky, spicy cuisine of northeast Thailand. Read more
Is Daisies Worth a Perennial Spot in Our Dining Rotation? By John Kessler In his new column, our dining critic stops by Daisies, explores the changing Chinatown, and weighs in on the Warlord divide. Read more
