The Augusta Boulevard newcomer pairs sai oua sausage with Michigan wines and swapped noodles for chu chee curry.

The Nashville hot chicken chain is moving into a former Arby's near Sterling Avenue, with its hottest tender requiring a signed waiver.

The 11th annual bash on the History Museum lawn pours from over 50 producers, with every ticket helping support the Churchville One-Room Schoolhouse.

Ela Modern Greek Taverna lands at 1551 N. Wells with gyros, soft serve and a chef who grew up in a Lefkada taverna.

Chitown Sweets owner Maddy Taylor says her eldest daughter helped shape the menu at the new Beverly shop.

Franchisee Moiz Hussain hopes to open the Ogden Avenue shop by early 2027, pending city permits.

Trattoria Lo So swaps fresh pasta for dried Italian imports and lands in the old Jack & Ginger's space.

A 1928 funeral parlor at 3601 W. Diversey Ave. is becoming a smashburger bar with a cocktail called Six Feet Under.

A week of tastings, dinners and a bus tour to Billy Goat Tavern brings the martini's Brooklyn-born convention to Chicago bars.

Downtown Geneva drew crowds for wine, live music and Flavor Fare bites, with Stockholm's back on the grill after its 2024 blaze.

Free ice cream and live music marked the Elston Avenue cafe's comeback after months of repairs.

The 5,200-square-foot store adds an 80-person courtyard called Piccadilly Square. It expands the concept beyond its original Lincoln Square shop.

The sixth annual festival moves to Wrightwood Park with jiaozi, pierogi, momos and pupusas all under one roof.