Kate Bernot

We mapped the 45-plus new restaurant and bar patios, rooftops and sidewalk cafes debuting during the spring and summer of 2014. Green flags indicate outdoor spaces open now, weather permitting....

Eventually, spring will arrive and you will have friends over for cocktail parties—we promise. So, how are your bartending skills? We asked local experts for their advice on simple, DIY...

Brewer Tom Korder already had plenty of details to share about Penrose Brewing Company when we first spoke to him in September. From big-picture ideas about his brewing style to...

You've finally unpacked the last plastic tub and are fully moved in to your new place. This calls for a drink, yes? Stocking your home bar is probably the most...

Half Acre's announcement of a second location will come as good news to fans of Daisy Cutter, Heyoka and Over Ale. The North Center brewery said in a blog post...

WHIRLYBALLWhirlyBall Chicago1880 W. Fullerton Ave. 800-894-4759Say what you will, but everyone loves bumper cars. And if you happen to really, really love competitive bumper car games, then you should most...

WHIRLYBALLWhirlyBall Chicago1880 W. Fullerton Ave. 800-894-4759Say what you will, but everyone loves bumper cars. And if you happen to really, really love competitive bumper car games, then you should most...

SIP & PAINTBottles & Bottega2900 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-313-9133; 1241 S. Michigan Ave. 773-269-6570For a night that's one part art class and one part cocktail hour, host a painting party...