LQ Chicken Shack Shows a Side of Fried Chicken at Lillie's Q By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer Charlie McKenna's new venture, a takeout window next to his Bucktown BBQ joint, is expected to open later this month. Read more
Velvet Taco Brings Global Flavors to the Gold Coast By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer The tacos at this Texas import, planning to open in the fall, have all sorts of internationally inspired elements. Read more
What Goes on at the Lagunitas TapRoom By Carly Boers Get your first taste of the craft brewer’s local digs. (Finally!) Read more
Patisserie Coralie Will Bring a Taste of Paris to Evanston By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer The owner of Bistro Bordeaux is bringing a French pastry whiz to his forthcoming cafe and boutique. Read more
RPM Steak Is Something Different By Penny Pollack How one bright idea from the RPM Italian team led to another—and gave River North a different kind of steak house. Read more
What to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week By Carrie Schedler Whiskey flights, $1 oysters, a cooking class with Stephanie Izard, and more. Your week in dining awaits. Read more
You Should Go to HotChocolate for Breakfast By Carrie Schedler Mindy Segal's plans for stand-alone bakery in Logan Square may be done, but she's made up for it with some tasty morning treats. Read more
Five Surprisingly Good Chicago Desserts Made of Vegetables By Mallory Hughes Here's where to find the sweet side of corn, carrots, taters, and more. Read more
