The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: June-July 2026
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this summer, in order of heat
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Ep. 27: Our Dining Pet Peeves
Amy and John gripe about shared plates, QR codes, patron PDA, and more. It's talk therapy!
Ep. 26: A Somm Breaks Down Restaurant Wine Pours
We're joined by Maria Montero, a sommelier and manager for Gibson's Restaurant Group. She'll help us understand the importance of pour size, sampling, and asking questions for a better wine...
Neenah
A paper mill town turned posh
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: May 2026
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat
5 Tips for Creating a Climate-Resilient Backyard Deck
Content oversight provided by Studio 1847 From heavier rainfall and snow to hotter summers, climate extremes are shaping how homeowners design outdoor spaces. Decks — often the centerpiece of backyard...
6 Ways Thrifting Creates Opportunities to Build Community
Content oversight provided by Studio 1847 Shopping in Chicago? Your mind might jump to the Magnificent Mile, the city’s premier retail destination that stretches along Michigan Avenue. But it isn’t...
Ep. 25: The Restaurants We’ve Revisited Lately
Another round-robin episode where Amy and John chat about what's new at some old favorites.
Ep. 24: Where We Eat in Uptown
From Buena Park pizza to Argyle corridor coffee: We explore Amy's neighborhood for all the best places to dine.
Chicago Captures 17 Finalist Recognitions in CRMA Awards
The family impacts of incarceration, saving art from AI, and the significance of public transit: These nominations highlight our best writing, photography, design, and more.