Grace Wong – Page 25 –

Indoor farmers markets, gumbo and plant-based street food, plus other weekend plans

May 31, 2019 at 4:04 p.m.

Thanksgiving’s come and gone — time to gear up for Christmas. Head to some local indoor markets to pick up gifts and stocking stuffers, or check out a gumbo festival...

If you're not a big fan of big bubbles, this may be the water for you. Contrary to its name, Bubly Sparkling Water had low fizz — one taster went as far as saying it had "sad little bubbles." The water was balanced and offered with notes of zest. However, some tasters didn't particularly enjoy it — "not much happening," said one. Bubly has 10 milligrams of sodium.
$4.99 for a 12-pack of 12-ounce cans; 3 cents/ounce

LaCroix may be No. 1 selling sparkling water, but does it taste best? We pit it against 10 brands

June 4, 2019 at 5:42 a.m.

Peek into any office fridge, and you’ll find it — cans of sparkling water in flavors like grapefruit, lime and raspberry sitting chilled, waiting to be consumed. One of the...

Rakki Cafe’s matcha soft serve and Asian desserts coming to Wicker Park, plus other restaurant news

May 31, 2019 at 4:01 p.m.

Johnny Lee, chef and owner of Rakki Cafe, isn’t afraid to open an ice cream shop in winter. The newest addition to Wicker Park’s booming restaurant scene is taking over...

Though the menus are still being worked out, Honey Butter Fried Chicken will definitely offer "The OG" fried chicken sandwich at United Center.

United Center ups dining game with more Chicago standouts, plus other restaurant news

May 31, 2019 at 4:01 p.m.

If the United Center’s new food lineup is any indication, say goodbye to food halls and hello to stadium dining. The home of the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Bulls this...

Support small businesses in Bronzeville, gorge yourself on pasta, plus more this holiday weekend

May 31, 2019 at 4:02 p.m.

If you think you’re going to need a break from your family this weekend, create some “prior commitments” that you need to “keep” so you can catch a breather. Work...

Home to Chicago’s next great burger? Team behind Swill Inn and Chit Chat Lounge hope so

May 31, 2019 at 4:03 p.m.

When you walk into The Swill Inn, a sense of familiarity washes over you, the kind that you get when you see an friend or walk into an old-school Chicago...

Patrons gather at Off Color Brewing's The Mousetrap taproom, 1460 N. Kingsbury St., Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Chicago.(John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Check out a queer-themed supper club, holiday markets or a taproom anniversary this weekend

May 31, 2019 at 4:01 p.m.

If you’re not attending the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival this weekend, there are plenty more things for you to do. Participate in a discussion about queer and Midwestern identity at...

"Elf" film inspired spaghetti sundae with pasta, s'mores Pop-Tarts, M&M's, Oreo cookies, Fruity Pebbles cereal, mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, strawberry-raspberry sauce, maple syrup and chocolate sauce at Miss Ricky's diner in Chicago.

‘Elf’ Spaghetti Sundae is not the sickly sweet mess you might think it is

May 31, 2019 at 4:02 p.m.

Chocolate sauce, marshmallows and Pop-Tarts do not belong on spaghetti, unless you’re Buddy the elf from the classic Christmas movie “Elf.” The movie documents Christmas-loving Buddy’s journey to find and...

Miracle Christmas pop-up comes to Sable, plus other restaurant news

May 31, 2019 at 4:04 p.m.

It’s the season for holiday pop-ups, and Sable Kitchen & Bar is hosting one, Miracle, for the first time. The holiday cocktail lounge pop-up originated in New York and has...

15 restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner, so you don’t have to cook at home

June 5, 2019 at 12:47 p.m.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you may already feel the stress of having family over and planning a feast. You might not dodge that testy political conversation with your...

All Stories