John’s Food & Wine and the Birth of Fast-fancy
At the new Lincoln Park spot, the model of scaled-down service for fine dining has some kinks, but the food is not one.
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10 You Don’t Need to Leave Town to Drink Hot Chocolate From Around the World
There’s no sweeter way to stay warm than hot chocolate. But don’t settle for the ho-hum. These spots make globally inspired versions. PakistanChocolat Uzma Owner Uzma Sharif’s Kashmiri chile hot...
14 Soups That Will Warm Your Soul
For whatever reason — perhaps it’s my nomadic Jewish ancestors — I have a seasonal constitution. In the summertime I’m Tavern-Style Tal, light and crisp, and from December to March I’m in full hibernatory...
Edward Kim’s Pan-seared Mushrooms With Miso Butter
A side dish of seared mushrooms bathed in miso butter may not be a Thanksgiving standard, but rest assured it’ll be right at home on your holiday table. “The umami...
A Blazing Bloody
Every location of the international luxe hotel chain St. Regis has a Bloody Mary on the menu, and Chicago beverage director Diane Corcoran created a locally inspired version for the...
Italian for Beginners
At the cooking school Tutore, seasoned chefs Dean Zanella and James De Marte teach students how to make Nonna’s favorites and more.
High Steaks
Smoque Steak bets big on techy sous vide, but where the restaurant shines is with its old-fashioned hospitality.
Bakery Rising
For years, a perk of going to my doctor in Lake View was that Loba Pastry + Coffee was a few blocks away. Afterward, I’d stop in for owner Valeria...
40 Great Things To Do This Fall
From must-see shows to an autumnal farm feast, here’s how to get the most out of the season.
Make a Spicy-Sweet Autumnal Starter from Lula Cafe
In 2020, Lula Cafe chef-owner Jason Hammel did what he could with pivots to keep his business afloat. But he also accomplished something he’d been wanting to do his entire...