Chicago welcomes two new Filipino restaurants: a sit-down venue by Kathy Vega Hardy at 5914 W. Lawrence Ave and Umaga Bakehouse by Robert and Kissel Fagaragan, specializing in Filipino breakfast items.

A fire severely damaged the new Asian fusion restaurant Chicago Lunchbox in Edgewater just before its planned opening.

Pierogi Kitchen opens in Chicago's Wicker Park, offering Polish dishes and pierogi, by owners who transitioned from their barbecue eatery, keeping some smoked meat options on the menu.

Omakase Shoji is a new Japanese omakase-style restaurant combining traditional dining with a casual izakaya atmosphere, set to open on Chicago Avenue with a focus on authenticity and quality.

Egg Tuck, a Korean-style breakfast sandwich shop from L.A., opens its first Chicago location at 326 N. Michigan Ave, with plans for expansion to Lincoln Park and the University of Illinois Chicago campus.

Chicago Mayor declares April 5 "Giordano's Pizza Day" to celebrate the pizzeria's 50th anniversary, highlighting their deep-dish legacy and special discount offers.

Heinz confronts Chicago's anti-ketchup stance by placing ketchup-dispensing billboards at select locations and launching a website to report ketchup-free eateries.

Chicago chocolatiers are facing high cocoa prices, leading to increased costs for products like truffles and Easter treats, as weather conditions threaten the global supply.

Portillo's introduces two new salads, Spicy Chicken Chopped and Chicken Pecan, following customer feedback for more fresh menu options. They're available for dine-in, take-out, and catering.

Chicago's vibrant wine scene offers a variety of spots for enthusiasts, from laid-back bars to exclusive pairing experiences, as acclaimed by industry insiders.

Caputo Cheese won a gold medal for their fresh mozzarella at the 2024 World Championship Cheese Contest, impressing judges among 3,300 global entries.

The Tavern on Rush, a renowned Chicago steakhouse, is set to reopen in the Thompson Chicago Hotel after closing in 2022, aiming to replicate its former sociable atmosphere and status as a dining staple.

A study reveals that many "hemp" products sold in Chicago contain THC levels above the legal limit, raising concerns about public safety and mislabeling.