Voting has begun in the 40th annual Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest We've officially entered the voting stage in the Tribune's 40th annual Holiday Cookie Contest.
The James Beard Awards are tonight. Here’s what to know. By Kayla Samoy June 16, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the awards and the 10th anniversary of the...
La Grange relaxes food sales requirements for restaurant liquor licenses By Hank Beckman June 13, 2025 at 5:06 a.m. La Grange officials called the move restaurant-friendly, while others said it doesn't go far enough.
Summer 2025 in Chicago: All you need to know for movies, concerts, food festivals and more By Kayla Samoy May 22, 2026 at 7:46 p.m. Here are all of the Tribune's summer 2025 arts, entertainment and food guides.
After a ‘Chi-town throwdown,’ just one Chicago chef remains on ‘Top Chef’ By Ahmed Ali Akbar June 11, 2025 at 4:01 p.m. Chicago could have another local Top Chef, a coveted title that frequently propels cast members...
Father’s Day 2025: 40 restaurant and bar specials in Chicago By Samantha Nelson June 10, 2025 at 11:37 a.m. Whether you think your dad would love a multi-course dinner with plenty of time to...
Chicago fire: Flaming saganaki sparks interest worldwide decades after its Greektown origin By David Hammond June 10, 2025 at 12:56 p.m. In Chicago, the dish is a ritual. It's dramatic, it’s delicious, and — let’s be...
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs sickens dozens across 7 states — including Illinois By Associated Press June 7, 2025 at 2:41 p.m. Federal health officials say a salmonella outbreak linked to a large egg recall has made...
‘Top Chef’ begins its 2-part finale tonight — and these 2 Chicago chefs are in it By Ahmed Ali Akbar June 5, 2025 at 2:22 p.m. Two Chicago chefs have fought long and hard to make it to the "Top Chef"...
South Florida Michelin-star chef, formerly of 42 Grams in Chicago, charged with second violent domestic assault By Shira Moolten June 4, 2025 at 5:33 p.m. South Florida-based Michelin-star chef Jacob Bickelhaupt is charged with a brutal assault on a woman...
Guide: 30 Chicago food and drink festivals for summer 2025 By Samantha Nelson June 4, 2025 at 6:47 p.m. Festivals are one of the best parts of summer in Chicago, ranging from blowout concerts...