Tasting Chicago: Holiday Special

Chicago Food Trends: What defined 2025 & what’s next in 2026 | Tasting Chicago

A festive bar crawl, Chicago-style. Sylvia Perez visits four must-see holiday pop-ups — plus food trends, beer talk, and a toast to the traditions that make the season feel like home.

CHICAGO - It's that time of year! When Chicago pulls out all the festive stops, there's a holiday pop-up bar on every corner for every vibe, palate, and friend group.

Join Fox 32's Sylvia Perez as she explores four holiday pop-up bars complete with creative cocktails, festive decor, and season bites. 

Sylvia also sits down with Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng to discuss the food and drink trends that shaped Chicago in 2025 and what to expect in 2026.

Finally, take a trip to the historic Berghoff Hotel, beautifully dressed for the holidays, where Sylvia explores its rich history. It’s been open since 1898, making it one of the oldest family-owned restaurants in the United States. Also, get an inside look at its award-winning beers with brewmaster Jim Riggs. 

What you can do:

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About the show:

Tasting Chicago takes you on a delicious half hour tour of the city’s food scene. Join Fox 32’s Sylvia Perez as she drops into Chicago’s hottest restaurants, neighborhood classics, and buzzy cocktail spots.