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.
Since Found opened in Evanston in 2012, owner Amy Morton has envisioned hosting music at the restaurant. At first, the place was too busy for it to be practical. Then...
A family-style seafood boil, a cocktail demo and more things to do in Chicago today, Wednesday, Nov. 11. EATDinner & A MixtapeLowcountry3343 N. Clark St. 773-996-9997Share a family-style seafood boil...
A hamburger cooking demonstration, a whiskey tasting with appetizers and more things to do in Chicago today, Tuesday, Nov. 10. EATSunday Dinner Club Market Burger Takeout NightHoney Butter Fried Chicken3361...
An all-girl "Dracula," a gin & tonic happy hour at Bottlefork and more things to do in Chicago on Monday, Nov. 9. EAT Chili Cook-Off Lottie's Pub 1925 W. Cortland...
A Ben & Jerry's beer, a bike benefit, happy hour and more things to do this weekend in Chicago, Nov. 6-8. EAT Beer, Burgers & Bourbon Rockit Burger Bar 3700...
A cocktail class, a euchre tournament, happy hour and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, Nov. 5. EAT Euchre Tournament McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon 1206 N. State St....
Learn how to smoke a cigar while sipping whiskey, catch a happy hour deal with $10 wine flights and more things to do in Chicago today, Wednesday, Nov. 4. EATGrand...
A five-course meal for gluten-free foodies, a chat with Lagunitas Brewing Co. founder Tony Magee and more things to do in Chicago today, Tuesday, Nov. 3. EATGluten-Free DinnerWildfire159 W. Erie...
A bartender swap in Wicker Park, a new bowling alley with freebies and more things to do in Chicago today, Monday, Nov. 2. EAT Oyster & Sherry NightYusho2853 N. Kedzie...
Eight Halloween events from spooky dinners to a Wiccan-inspired ceremonial lounge this weekend, Oct. 30-Nov. 1. EAT Offal Dinner Table, Donkey and Stick 2728 W. Armitage Ave. 773-486-8525 Dine on...