Five Last-Minute Mother's Day Brunch Ideas July 2, 2026 at 6:32 p.m. Say "I love you and totally didn't forget to make brunch reservations" with pizza, pastries, and more.
Four New Restaurants Open in Chicago This Week July 2, 2026 at 6:33 p.m. Plus, there's a Blackhawk pizza and some big local wins at the James Beard awards.
Derby Went All Out for the Big Race This Weekend July 2, 2026 at 6:32 p.m. At the Lincoln Park bar's best-dressed contest, there were enough floppy hats and seersucker suits to make you think you were at Churchill Downs.
Seriously Awesome Things to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week July 2, 2026 at 6:33 p.m. Get tequila cocktails, cheap mussels, tacos, and free beer. That's right. Free beer.
Taste Test: Crafthouse Cocktails With CH Distillery Spirits July 2, 2026 at 6:34 p.m. There's an updated version of Charles Joly's pre-mixed cocktails—is a bottle worth bringing on a picnic this summer?
What's Open and What's New in Chicago Dining This Week July 2, 2026 at 6:35 p.m. Annemarie Sagoi leaves the Dawson, Alinea ascends, two Italian standbys depart, and HotChocolate pops up.
We Tried the Wonuts from Waffles Café July 2, 2026 at 6:38 p.m. Our tasting panel had mixed feelings on these new breakfast-pastry hybrids.
Kit Kat Lounge Threw a Boozy Mean Girls Bash July 2, 2026 at 6:41 p.m. For the Chicago-based movie's tenth birthday, there were pink drinks, drag performances, and plenty of inside jokes.
What to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week July 2, 2026 at 6:42 p.m. A springy dinner, a boozy book club, and a Derby-themed feast.
Four New Restaurants Are Opening In Chicago This Week July 2, 2026 at 6:34 p.m. Brendan Sodikoff's Cocello is opening, the Winchester is serving drinks, and John Barleycorn is about to take its final shot.