Tribune’s 2026 Holiday Cookie Contest: Submit your recipes now Chicago may be easing into autumn, but it's already time to launch the Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest, which is marking its 40th edition.
Mocktoberfest planned to capture alcohol-free German vibes in Evanston By Marie Wilson October 3, 2026 at 10:45 a.m. Unlimited samples of three-ounce non-alcoholic beverages, plus food and music, are offered at Evanston Mocktoberfest...
Cyclospora found at Mexican farm linked to lettuce outbreak, FDA says By Matthew Perrone October 2, 2026 at 9:41 p.m. FDA inspectors said Friday they found cyclospora in two places: a wastewater tank and a...
Keurig debuts plastic-free coffee pods By Bloomberg October 2, 2026 at 6:24 p.m. The puck-shaped capsules come eight to a box, and most varieties will cost $1.37 each...
FTC settles with Southern Glazer’s over claim it discriminated against smaller alcohol sellers By Dee-Ann Durbin October 2, 2026 at 5:53 p.m. The agency sued Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits in December 2024 after finding it didn’t...
Give cauliflower soup a glow-up By Diane Rossen Worthington October 2, 2026 at 3:00 a.m. Cauliflower makes an elegant, versatile soup when paired with warm curry, sweet apple and a...
When the temps dip it’s time for a bowl of broccoli cheddar soup By The Kitchn October 1, 2026 at 3:00 a.m. This soup is great for busy weeknights, as you can shortcut it by buying broccoli...
With the White Sox and Cubs both in the playoffs, sports bars are busier than ever: ‘It’s great for everyone’ By Jane Miller September 30, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. Both teams in the playoffs means business is up at drinking spots around the city.
A little oven time turns Parmesan cheese into the crispiest, laciest one-ingredient cracker By The Kitchn September 30, 2026 at 3:00 a.m. This magical cheese makes everything it touches that much tastier and it’s also pretty delicious...