Chicago alderman admits breaking indoor dining rules in his restaurants

A Chicago alderman acknowledged Monday that he violated state and city orders banning indoor dining when he allowed indoor dining at restaurants he owns.

Lovin Local: Justice of the Pies
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Like so many of our Lovin' Local guests, today's featured business has a great backstory. Justice of the Pies is named in homage to the late Stephen Broussard, a criminal defense attorney who dubbed himself a "pie master." His daughter Maya-Camille Broussard tantalizes our taste buds.

Lovin' Local: Firehouse Subs in Oak Lawn
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We take you to Oak Lawn to catch up with the owners of Firehouse Subs. Owner Bret Jefferies, a real-life Chicago firefighter, joins us alongside his wife and co-owner Michelle.

Nobu Hotel Chicago pivots with new dining experiences
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Nobu is one of the most well-known restaurants in the country, with some of the world?s biggest celebrities as regular diners. Now they've opened up shop in the West Loop along with a luxury hotel. General Manager Zoltan Payerli talks about it.

Lovin? Local: Veteran Roasters in Chicago
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Are you ready for a jolt of java? We need that boost every morning and today, we're getting it from the folks at Veteran Roasters in Chicago.

Chipotle now charges extra for tortilla on the side

The restaurant chain seems to have caught on to the fan-favorite hack, which means no more free extra tortillas on the side.

Subway's bread doesn’t fit the ‘statutory definition of bread,' Irish court says

Ireland’s Supreme Court says the bread used in Subway locations throughout the country is loaded with so much sugar, it should not be considered a “staple food.”

Lovin' Local: Testaccio now open in Logan Square
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Anyone who frequents Chicago's magnificent restaurants knows that just about every culture on the planet is well-represented and today's Lovin? Local offers dishes inspired by Rome and the Mediterranean.

Chicago bars and restaurants prepare for winter
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The last six months for Chicago area bars and restaurants have been a challenge but it's about to get worse because winter is coming. Michael Roper, owner of Hopleaf Bar in Andersonville, talks about what they're doing to prepare.

Taco Bell cuts 5 menu items, including Mexican Pizza

The fast food chain has been creating a new “streamlined menu” to make room for new entries.

Chicago seeks solution for outdoor dining during the winter, offers $5k prizes for safe, 'feasible' ideas

As restaurants across the nation adapt to a new normal amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, eateries that largely rely on outdoor dining are hurtling toward yet another obstacle: the looming winter months and their less-than-favorable alfresco conditions they bring.

Illinois expands rules on wearing masks during indoor dining

Illinois officials have expanded rules requiring masks while dining indoors, saying Tuesday that customers must wear face coverings during each interaction with servers and other restaurant workers.

KFC drops 'finger lickin' good' slogan amid coronavirus pandemic

KFC is cleaning up its act and dropping the iconic "finger-lickin' good" slogan as the coronavirus health crisis continues.