Bites: What Author and Musician Eiren Caffall Eats in a Day
Eiren Caffall, a Chicago-based author (and musician), had a novel hit bookshelves this year. All the Water in the World was released on January 7, and is the story of […]
West Loop Staple The Publican Enters Focused yet Adventurous New Era with Appointment of Chef Rob Levitt, New Seasonal Menus
When The Publican opened in the West Loop’s Fulton Market district in 2008, the neighborhood looked vastly different from what it is today. Then, the area was more populated by […]
Review: Coalfire, the Perfect Little Southport Pizza Spot
One of my favorite streets in Chicago is Southport Avenue, specifically the part that runs through the north side Lakeview neighborhood. Shops, restaurants, and coffee spots dot both sides of […]
Interview: Sunda New Asian Rolls Out Sushi Class Every Month
The Sushi Rolling Class at Sunda New Asian returns the first Saturday of every month from 4 – 5pm starting September 6 at both their River North and Fulton Market […]
Bites: What Chef Billy Lim Eats in a Day
Written by Elizabeth Deneff Noriko, a handroll bar that opened its doors to patrons this past February, is taking Chicago by storm. Located in Fulton Market under Perilla Fare, the […]
Preview: The End of Summer Is for the Dogs
The kids are going back to school and it’s time for some much needed quality time with your best friend. They have been patiently waiting for their time in the […]
Review: Midwest Author and Illustrator Take Children on Colorful Collage Food Journey in Our Food Grows
As my household library shifts from Brown Bear and Pig the Pug into Harry Potter, Unicorn Academy, and various heavy tomes about dinosaurs, there is one constant that remains, books […]
Preview: French Culture Pops Up in Secret Location as Diner en Blanc Returns
If you’re already on the list, your email should have arrived in the last few weeks to purchase your tickets to what most consider the event of the summer. Le […]
Interview: Casa Chi Infuses Afternoon Tea with Nikkei-Inspired Fun
Inside the InterContinental Chicago is cocktail-forward Nikkei lounge Casa Chi by Chef Richard Sandoval. Amongst the happy hours and night caps though, Casa Chi offers a classy take on afternoon […]
Bites: What Actor Aurora Penepacker Eats in a Day
Amelie is one of the most beloved, fanciful and visionary films set in Paris. For those, like me, who rewatch the movie over and over, Kokandy Productions is bringing all […]
Where to Escape the Lolla Crowds Without Missing a Beat
Lollapalooza takes over Grant Park each summer with its signature mix of massive crowds, booming music, and nonstop energy. Whether you’re a fest-goer in need of a breather or a […]
Interview: Chef Matt Eckfeld Preps Opening of Dimmi Dimmi
This August Cornerstone Restaurant Group (CRG) opens their new Chicago-Italian neighborhood restaurant Dimmi Dimmi under the culinary leadership of executive chef Matt Eckfeld. Eckfeld, who previously worked under CRG’s Chef […]