Fayus Inc., dba Yusol, recalled 64‑oz Ola‑Ola pounded yam after finding milk (sodium caseinate) was not listed on some labels; affected packs expire Nov 2028–May 2029.

A four-block social district in Arlington Heights will let adults carry to-go drinks in the Arlington Alfresco area this summer; wristbands and approved cups are required. The pilot runs July 30–Sept. 26.

John and Jess Feller are opening Home Bar in West Town’s former Rhine Hall space with martinis, $12 cocktails and a martini membership. The room will include a retail nook.

A whiskey bar and permanent food truck have opened at Elgin’s Wing Park, anchored in a new $4.3M clubhouse with simulators, a pro shop and local beverage collaborations.

A mother-and-daughter team has opened Terra Cafe on Belmont, serving Guatemalan beans, empanadas and an expanded menu with a city grant to help the buildout.

National burger champion Chris Allen is returning to Quincy to open Birdies and Brews at 4817 Broadway, pairing golf simulators with a burger-forward menu.

Wahlburgers' Randall Road restaurant closed June 29, saying its lease ended and that a 'new location' is coming soon with no timetable. Local outlets say the chain offered few details.

After 40 years on Route 12, Red Dogs will close Sunday as owner Pat Heuer retires and Culver’s prepares to take over.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is opening a Logan Square location near the Blue Line, promising a big grand opening with discounts and free smoothies. The 1,800‑sq‑ft shop will hire about 15 people.

Volare is opening a pickup-only Gold Coast outpost that will focus on pizza and pasta to speed carryout orders. The founder signed a five-year lease for the 1,100‑sq‑ft site.

USDA warned certain Private Selection Honey Dijon chicken sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer may have missing egg labeling. Check for lot 15326A and Best If Used By JUN 28.

Michelin is phasing out its Green Star and launching Mindful Voices; Chicago chefs say the move undercuts years of sustainability work. Local restaurants including Daisies and Feld are among those most affected.

A national cooking‑studio chain is proposing a Westridge Court location near Naperville’s Block 59; the planning commission backed the move and the matter now goes to City Council. City records show the business earlier sought a River Road site.