Food icon: Rose Barraco-George of Vito and Nick’s pizzeria, aka Nick and Vito’s, in Chicago Rose Barraco-George first learned how to make her family's pizza from her grandmother Mary, who created the original recipe.
From the Farm: A Dolly farewell but fond memories and a legacy remain forever By Philip Potempa August 28, 2026 at 5:32 p.m. I chose a Dolly Parton recipe during my final Taste of Chicago year, which showcased...
With no mention of reputed mob ties, shadow owner of storied Grand Avenue bar strikes unusual deal By Jason Meisner August 28, 2026 at 8:29 p.m. Robert "Bobby" Dominic has spent a lifetime on Grand Avenue, but always seemingly behind the...
Taste of Egypt offers a glimpse of ancient culture in Burr Ridge By Myrna Petlicki August 28, 2026 at 5:08 a.m. The Taste of Egypt Festival is Sept. 12-13 at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, 15 W...
Chicago librarian who allegedly got cyclospora after eating Taco Bell chalupa sues Taylor Farms By Rebecca Johnson August 28, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. A man who allegedly contracted cyclosporiasis after eating a chalupa from Taco Bell has filed...
A cinnamon roll heist? Bakery wrongly accuses rideshare driver of stealing hundreds of pastries. By Phillip Valys August 27, 2026 at 6:42 p.m. College student Julie Pierre took to social media to say that thousands of dollars worth...
Historic 1800’s Glenview saloon relaunched as Foxtail at Glen View restaurant By Jennifer Johnson August 25, 2026 at 12:59 p.m. Historic 1800's saloon in downtown Glenview, Glen View House, renovated, relaunched as Foxtail at Glen...
Restaurant news: Soul & Smoke finally opening flagship with acclaimed barbecue and new fine dining dishes By Louisa Kung Liu Chu August 25, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. Inspired by roots on the South Side and perhaps more surprisingly molecular gastronomy in Chicago.
Food influencer Keith Lee brings aid to Gary, where thousands have been without power for two weeks By Zareen Syed August 24, 2026 at 8:37 p.m. Food influencer and critic Keith Lee partnered with the Salvation Army and the city of...
Lincoln Park dining guide: 10 of the best ways to dine through the neighborhood By Nicole Schnitzler August 24, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. Bring an appetite and some friends — here are 10 of the best ways to...
‘This is an institution’: Paul’s Family Restaurant celebrates 65 years in Elgin By Rick West August 23, 2026 at 4:37 p.m. Paul's Family Restaurant, one of the oldest family-owned and -operated businesses in Elgin, is celebrating...