Not everything at this pioneering cheffy diner is ready for primetime, but we'll forgive them thanks to that shake (and the spot-on service). Read more
By Gina Bazer, Lynn Okura Bey, Heiji Choy Black, Carly Boers, Carrie Schedler, and Lena Singer
Whether you’re shopping for the foodie, culture vulture, fashion addict, or kiddo on your list, you’re sure to find a great gift among these 44 goodies—all of which were designed or made right here in Chicagoland. Read more
By Carly Boers, Peter Gianopulos, Graham Meyer, Tomi Obaro, Penny Pollack, Jeff Ruby, Carrie Schedler, and Dennis Ray Wheaton; photos by Anna Knott; food styling by Michael Deuson
Looking for cheap thrills? Our critics found 48 amazing meal deals, all recently opened, from Mexican to Indonesian and everything in between. Read more
With farmers’-market-inspired fillings, vegan dough, and savory options, the toaster pastry you grew up eating has grown up, too. Here are the city’s top Pops. Read more
