The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month
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This Hot Pot Restaurant Is Pure Gold
Qiao Lin Hotpot in East Pilsen has plenty to keep you entertained — including striking presentations.
Trevor Teich’s Claudia Lands a New Space — and a Bar
The latest iteration of the fine dining restaurant will also include an enhanced chef’s counter.
The 10 Best Hot Dog Stands, Ranked
The criteria: unpretentious ambiance, natural-casing wieners (with one exception!), stellar nondog offerings, and a location within city limits
The Fusion Taco That Everyone Is Talking About
A combination of the taco and the gyro, the taco árabe is having a moment.
Four Locally Made Sauces to Jazz Up Your Summer Cookout
Next time you’re behind the grill, try these chef-made condiments.
Meet the New Pitmasters on Chicago’s Barbecue Scene
These spots offer everything from monster beef ribs to smoked seitan.
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month
Customize Your Cocktails With These New Mixers
Bartender Tim Williams’s high-end starters go with whatever spirit you have on hand.
How to Make Pink Salt’s Grilled Chicken Satay Sandwich
Palita Sriratana’s sandwich is a take on the satay skewers you’ll find in Bangkok. “Typically you get pork or chicken skewers, ajat cucumber relish, and toast to dip in the peanut sauce,” she says. If you want to make extra marinade, go ahead: “It’s perfect for baked chicken.” Read the full recipe here, and our … Read more