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9 New & Improved Patios For Summer Sippin'
Already drinking alfresco? We don't blame you — especially with all the awesome outdoor hangouts… Read More
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Dining And Nightlife
Forget Fast Food — The Four Seasons Has An Awesome 500-Calorie Lunch
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Dining And Nightlife
6 Chefs Share Their Childhood Food Memories (Plus, A Can't-Miss Event…
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Dining And Nightlife
An Inspiring Mother-Daughter Duo You Need To Know
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Dining And Nightlife
Beefcake Alert! We Present You With The 10 Best Burgers In Chicago
Forget Fast Food — The Four Seasons Has An Awesome 500-Calorie Lunch
Forget the fast-food chains and their super-sized combos. Allium at the Four Seasons has a new 500-calorie lunch that tastes way more sinful than it actually is — no joke. For just $25, you and the ladies who lunch can "indulge" on a gold baby beet salad with Greek yogurt; wild Alaskan halibut with… Read More
May 17, 2013 6:00 AM
9 New & Improved Patios For Summer Sippin'
Already drinking alfresco? We don't blame you — especially with all the awesome outdoor hangouts this city has to offer. But before you hit same ol’ watering holes, refresh your cocktail game at these nine brand-new (or refreshed!) hot spots. Whether you want to kick it with class at the Ritz-Carlton… Read More
May 14, 2013 3:00 PM
6 Chefs Share Their Childhood Food Memories (Plus, A Can't-Miss Event)
While we're proud of the culinary superstars who call Chicago home, we're not against sharing our kitchens with non-Windy City wizards, too. Case in point: On Thursday, May 16, local chefs and Food Network stars will gather at Terzo Piano for the inaugural Chefs' Playground, a fundraising fete benefiting… Read More
May 9, 2013 3:00 PM
An Inspiring Mother-Daughter Duo You Need To Know
Whether you're a killer chef or cooking noob, everyone has a time-honored family recipe or two that continues to be the center of attention on national holidays, picnics, or simply a blustery Chicago night. Yep, these dishes are memory makers, and if you were lucky enough to learn how to make them firsthand… Read More
May 9, 2013 6:00 AM
Beefcake Alert! We Present You With The 10 Best Burgers In Chicago
There are no ifs, ands or pork butts about it: Beef is a big deal to Chicagoans. And while we at Refinery29 love a good steak, a burger usually wins in our book. They’re great for gals and guys on a budget — while you’ll probably pony up $40-plus for a nice cut, you’re rarely shelling out more… Read More
May 7, 2013 3:00 PM
April Showers Bring May Flower-Inspired Cocktails!
While we love a good fireside sipper, we don't know anyone in this town who's not ready for a refreshing warm-weather cocktail...whether or not it includes a kitschy mini-umbrella. And, while April showers bring May flowers, there are also some floral-inspired cocktails popping up, too.
But don't… Read More
May 6, 2013 3:00 PM
4 Chicago Chefs Spill Their Favorite Farmers' Market Finds
Chicago's farmers' markets will be opening in just a few weeks, which means it's time to temporarily give up the grocery store for one of the city's 70-plus meccas. Between downtown and neighborhood options and big boys, like Green City, it's never been easier to scoop up some locally grown, farm-fresh… Read More
Apr 26, 2013 3:00 PM
Sweet 'N' Spicy: Our 13 Favorite Thai Restaurants
After a long workday, when we can't bring ourselves to cook, we always rely on one go-to favorite: Thai food. And thanks to Chicago's cultural melting pot of a culinary scene, there is a bevy of spots where you can satisfy your craving for Pad Kra Prow — minus the labor. We narrowed it down to the… Read More
May 20, 2013 12:40 PM
Apr 26, 2013 11:30 AM
Bring Back The Tradition Of Sunday Dinner At Pecking Order
Ravenswood restaurant Pecking Order is bringing back the tradition of Sunday dinner — and let's just say — we're ready to pull up a chair. On April 28, from 4 to 7 p.m., the restaurant will serve the first of its monthly family-style Sunday Suppers, which will allow families and friends to enjoy… Read More
Apr 26, 2013 6:00 AM
6 Cocktail Recipes Made With Local Love
The temps are finally starting to warm up, which conjures up thoughts of sipping a refreshing cocktail in an alfresco setting. Sure, you can head to one of Chicago's amazing patios or rooftops, but don't dismiss the simple pleasure of mixing it up on your own turf. While you may have that go-to sipper… Read More
Apr 22, 2013 11:30 AM
On Lunch Autopilot? This Robata Spot Will Break The Spell!
Even the most fiscally responsible brown-bag gal gets the urge every once in a while to ditch desk dining for lunch outside of the office environs. But if you're sick of the same old spots, we've got a new one to add to your list that is guaranteed to break the repetitive-restaurant routine.
Sumi… Read More
Apr 15, 2013 11:30 AM
You Buy The Drink, Tavernita Will Take Care Of The Food
With a restaurant or bar on every corner and perpetual new openings, it's pretty easy to indulge in this town. So, when we hear of a deal that involves eating and drinking in one fell swoop, we're all ears stomachs.
All you need to do is head to River North's Tavernita between 5 and 7 p.m. on any… Read More
Apr 15, 2013 6:00 AM
10 Tasting Menus Worth Spending Your Tax Refund On
What’s better than ordering your favorite dish at an amazing restaurant? Sampling all the best plates it has to offer! For one set price you can enjoy the whole spread: salads, entrées, desserts — the works! And, with a tax refund hitting your bank account any day now, there's never been a better… Read More
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