What to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week By Carrie Schedler Whiskey tastings, birthday parties, lobster deviled eggs, and extra special pizzas are all on the menu. Read more
Rodelio Aglibot Brings Reverie to River North By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer With this, plus the dim sum spot announced in December, he'll have a busy year. Read more
There's News of Crabs, Crêpes, and a Quest for a Hot Dog Emoji By Carrie Schedler The openings and morsels in Chicago dining this week could nix that whole post-holiday detox idea. Read more
Troquet Will Replace LM Bistro in River North The LM Restaurant Group, now including chef Martial Noguier, is revamping the Hotel Felix with a sophisticated sibling to Troquet in Ravenswood. Read more
Peckish Pig: The New Reason to Ride the Red Line All the Way By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer The restaurant and brewery, scheduled to open this month, joins a hopping Howard Street on the Chicago/Evanston border. Read more
Dean Zanella is Back in Action at Chicago Firehouse By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer The former Rhapsody chef has found a home in the South Loop steak house. Read more
Cicchetti’s Small Plates Have Big Ideas By Penny Pollack A deep talent pool brings balance to riffs on Venetian classics. Read more
Rodelio Aglibot to Bring Dim Sum and Cantonese Downtown By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer Along with wok-friendly standards, look for takeout packages ready for Millenium Park picnics. Read more
Baffo Opens at the Boffo Eataly, Plus More Dining News By Carrie Schedler Including a place where a shot of Malört can come as a side with your meal. Read more
Tony Mantuano Is Taking Over the Fulton's Space By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer And instead of going full Italian, he's planning on roasted meats. Read more
