Samantha Nelson is a freelance writer who has spent more than 15 years writing about what to eat, drink and do in Chicago for publications including the baiduhai, Eater Chicago, Time Out Chicago, The Daily Herald and RedEye. She holds a bachelor's and master's degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.
A whole pig-roasting competition, a bourbon cocktail class, an Ibiza-themed bash and more things to do in Chicago over Labor Day weekend. EAT HogFight Mahoney's Pub & Grille 551 N....
A back-to-school drive with free tots at Pork & Mindy's, complimentary breakfast and lunch at the new Pret a Manger in Block 37 and more things to do in Chicago...
For Wilmette resident Peg Spengler, classes at the North Shore Art League in Winnetka encourage her to complete her paintings by providing group discipline. "I'll gather my subject matter on...
A mezcal and taco tasting at Mas, an heirloom tomato dinner at Osteria Via Stato and more things to do in Chicago on Wednesday, Aug. 31. EAT Summer Harvest Market...
A spice rub how-to at Staytion Market & Bar, Latin brews at Fountainhead, the Loop's new food hall and more things to do in Chicago on Tuesday, Aug. 30. EAT...
Cider history at The Northman, a new salad joint in River North, free coffee in the morning and more things to do in Chicago on Monday, Aug. 29. EAT Now...
By fusing two meals in one, brunch can be whatever you want it to be. Whether you're looking for an egg-topped mega-meal to give you energy for a busy day,...
An acrobat circus in Ogden Park, Randolph Street Market, beer, bocce ball and free Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits at Hopewell Brewing Co. and more things to do in Chicago...
A paella cook-off at Mercat a la Planxa, happy hour at Osteria via Stato and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, Aug. 25. EAT Paella Cook-off Mercat a...
Ping pong and beer at Forbidden Root, "Dirty Dancing" at Pearl Tavern and more things to do in Chicago on Wednesday, Aug. 24. EAT Tiki Luau Cocktail Class Nacional 27...