Five Dining Trends That Were Everywhere This Year By John Kessler From croissants to half-chickens, these are the things our critic kept seeing. Read more
The 25 Best Things to Eat Right Now By Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu , Amy Cavanaugh , Peter Gianopulos , John Kessler , Titus Ruscitti , Lisa Shames , and Anthony Todd From pistachio gelato to spicy Sichuan noodles, the most memorable bites of the moment offer a delicious tour of the city. Read more
Why We Love the Tonkatsu at Torizen By John Kessler The katsu at this Japanese restaurant in Schaumburg emerge golden brown and impossibly crispy-crunchy. Read more
Joe Flamm’s il Carciofo Opens Next Week in the West Loop By Anthony Todd The chef talks about his approach to Roman cuisine at the new restaurant. Read more
How to Make Maxwell Tradings' Whipped Ricotta with Griddle Bread By Cate Huguelet This shareable dip is perfect for holiday gatherings. Read more
Funeral Potatoes Lands at a Favorite Cocktail Bar By Lisa Shames The team ditches delivery to take over the Moonflower kitchen. Read more
Five Holiday Cocktails to Get in the Seasonal Spirit By Maggie Hennessy South American eggnog? Chilled Mexican punch? Here are our favorite spins on seasonal drinks. Read more
Migos Fine Foods Is Halal Heaven By Adam Rothbarth The counter-service joint offers a new kind of soul-warming fare that melds Mexican and Southern flavors with halal ingredients. Read more
Poochie and Pang (eat Chicago) Debuts on NBC This Weekend By Anthony Todd The new show, featuring Kevin Pang and Poochie Rollins of The Wieners Circle, explores Chicago’s top burgers. Read more
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: December 2024 The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat Read more
