Cleetus Friedman Will Helm New Restaurant at Theater on the Lake By Penny Pollack and John Hardberger The former Fountainhead chef will be leading the Lakefront, opening late summer—but you can preview the food this weekend. Read more
Alarmist Brewing & Taproom Is a Breath of Fresh Air By Carly Boers This sunny brewery is a beer-filled oasis on the Northwest Side. Read more
Stephanie Izard Conquers Iron Chef Competition By Carrie Schedler Plus, a bunch of restaurant openings and other dining news this week. Read more
Set Your Clocks to Pacific Standard Time, Coming to River North By Penny Pollack and Carly Boers Expect lots and lots of carbs and roasted delights. Read more
Radish and Burrata Salad: The Perfect Early-Summer Starter Recipe By Maggie Hennessy Publican Anker’s chef de cuisine shows us how to make this refreshing dish. Read more
The Albert Has Some Genius Ideas for Its Menu By Penny Pollack and John Hardberger It opens Wednesday in the Gold Coast. Read more
Your Next Date Night Should Be at Willow Room By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler It's a cozy place in Lincoln Park for dinner and drinks. Read more
Gangster's Great-Grandson Returns to Thornton with New Distillery By Moira Lawler Steve Soltis, a descendant of notorious 1920s "beer baron" Joe Soltis, is restoring the gangster's former property. Read more
The Ruin Daily Is Not Your Typical Sandwich Joint By Carrie Schedler Reinvigorate your lunch break at this Loop eatery. Read more
Eat Your Vegetables at Clever Rabbit By Penny Pollack and Carly Boers Don't worry, this new Wicker Park spot will have a burger, too. Read more
