The parking lot is sweltering hot. You can crack an egg and fry it on the pavement. But I don’t care. I am tucking into a paper boat full of …
Road Trip to Pennyville Station
I will be honest. Rarely do I travel outside of Chicago city limits to eat. But occasionally a suburban restaurant beckons. So, when I heard of an eclectic New American …
Dinner-and-a-Movie, All Grown Up
What happens to dinner-and-a-movie when it grows up? I think that the answer to that question is CMX VIP Cinema Experience paired with CMX CinéBistro, a luxury dinner-and-a-movie concept in …
The Berghoff Restaurant: A Chicago Institution
The Berghoff Restaurant in Chicago holds the fine distinction of being known not only for good food and beer, but also for its status as an historic treasure. Since opening …
Now Open: BMO Club Rooftop at Ravinia Festival
Ravinia Festival, Chicagoland’s favorite summer alfresco music venue, has expanded its dining offerings this summer with the recent opening of the tony new BMO Club. The swanky rooftop is now …
A Tasty Combo: Oscar Lee’s Barbecue and Milwalky Taco
Two of my favorite types of food are barbecue and Mexican cuisine. Put some low-and-slow and a plate of tacos in front of me and I’m a happy woman. In …
A Tasty Combo: Oscar Lee’s Barbecue and Milwalky TacoRead More
Six ways to Blaum Bros Distillery in Galena and What to Drink on the Way
Galena is a magical town. It has historic Bed and Breakfasts, historic churches, historic parks, and a historic history museum. There are a couple of golf courses, a ski lodge, …
Six ways to Blaum Bros Distillery in Galena and What to Drink on the WayRead More
Easy Livin’ at The Delta
“There are great people here.” I beg your pardon? “People here. The staff, the regulars. There are so many great people here!” I am standing next to the bar at …
Furious Spoon ramen continues its Furious (R)evolution with a new menu
Chicago’s Furious Spoon advertises itself as a place where “ramen meets hip-hop.” This is not your typical ramen shop. Chef Shin Thompson chose the name to give guests the permission …
Furious Spoon ramen continues its Furious (R)evolution with a new menuRead More
Beer Under Glass is a Beautiful Kick-off to Illinois Craft Beer Week
Beer Under Glass is annual event at Garfield Park Conservatory, and is the annual kickoff for Illinois Craft Beer Week, one of the “hoppiest” celebrations of the year.
Beer Under Glass is a Beautiful Kick-off to Illinois Craft Beer WeekRead More
Dining on the Chicago River: A Complete Guide to Chicago Riverwalk Restaurants
One of the best things about summer is dining at one of the Chicago Riverwalk restaurants. Located on the south side of the Chicago River, the Chicago Riverwalk is one …
Dining on the Chicago River: A Complete Guide to Chicago Riverwalk RestaurantsRead More
etta brings the pleasures of the hearth to Wicker Park
Chef Danny Grant is known for his commitment to the freshest and finest ingredients cooked with care and precision. The newest of his concepts, etta, takes this passion to a …
etta brings the pleasures of the hearth to Wicker ParkRead More