TGI Fridays closing dozens of underperforming restaurants nationwide

TGI Fridays is set to undergo a significant transformation, including the closure of dozens of underperforming stores nationwide and the sale of eight corporate-owned restaurants in the Northeast.

Holiday Helpings: Gumbo
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Fox 32?s Sylvia Perez and Chef Erick Williams from Virtue team up to make gumbo.

Banging Gavel Brews opens in Tinley Park's historic Vogt House
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A historical landmark in Tinley Park is being reborn as a brewpub. Banging Gavel Brews open in the the Vogt House features micro-brews, cocktails and delicious food.

Chicago Restaurant Week reservations now available
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The annual display of culinary excellence in Chicago is quickly approaching. Restaurant Week returns January 19 and runs through Feb. 4, 2024. Interested customers can now view participating restaurants and their menus online.

Investigation launched after reports of illness following event at Gibsons Italia

Gibsons Italia has opened an investigation following reports of multiple individuals falling ill after attending an event at the establishment over the past weekend.

Gibsons Italia investigating after receiving reports of sick customers
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An investigation is underway at a popular downtown restaurant. Gibsons Italia, on North Canal, says they've received reports of multiple people becoming sick after a party was hosted there this past weekend. The restaurant says no other customers from that night have fallen ill.

Chicago restaurants preparing for First Bites Bash next month
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The First Bites Bash is coming back in January to celebrate all of the restaurants and flavors that make Chicago special. Here to talk more about the kick-off to Restaurant Week 2024 is Jordan Engerman, the vice president of Strategic Partnerships for Choose Chicago.

McDonald's to open 10K new locations by 2027
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The Chicago-based fast food chain is planning a massive expansion over the next few years. McDonald's plans to open 10,000 new locations by 2027 and are looking to expand its loyalty program.

Orange Friday tailgating with Soul & Smoke
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Chef Carter with Soul & Smoke shares his recipe for the best gumbo. Not only does he tell us the ingredients, but he shows us just how to make it like they do at the restaurant. Soul & Smoke has several locations in Chicago and new one in Evanston.