How J.P. Graziano's turned hard work into a Chicago institution
You can feel the energy the second you walk in. J.P. Graziano's in the West Loop started with nothing but hustle in 1905. The family turned pennies into an empire. FOX Chicago Photojournalist Stephfon Ward takes us inside to see what Chicago looks like from their side of the counter.
You can feel the energy the second you walk in. J.P. Graziano's in the West Loop started with nothing but hustle in 1905. The family turned pennies into an empire. FOX Chicago Photojournalist Stephfon Ward takes us inside to see what Chicago looks like from their side of the counter.
Uptown after-school program supports new arrivals and their families
Twenty years strong, an after-school program in Uptown has been looking out for kids whose families just arrived here. The Chinese Mutual Aid Association got started to help folks start fresh in Chicago and they're still at it. Now they've teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to keep that support going.
Twenty years strong, an after-school program in Uptown has been looking out for kids whose families just arrived here. The Chinese Mutual Aid Association got started to help folks start fresh in Chicago and they're still at it. Now they've teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to keep that support going.
Why Flo & Santos thinks Dave Portnoy's 7.1 should be an 8 | Second Bite Pizza Review
Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy visited the South Loop to review Flo & Santos, giving their traditional cheese pizza a 7.1 score. The general manager responds to the review, gently noting that "El Pres" might not be fully accustomed to classic Chicago tavern-style thin crust. From their unique Polish-Italian fusion menu to their signature square cuts, here is the "Inside Scoop" on why the restaurant feels their pizza earned a spot closer to an 8.0.
Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy visited the South Loop to review Flo & Santos, giving their traditional cheese pizza a 7.1 score. The general manager responds to the review, gently noting that "El Pres" might not be fully accustomed to classic Chicago tavern-style thin crust. From their unique Polish-Italian fusion menu to their signature square cuts, here is the "Inside Scoop" on why the restaurant feels their pizza earned a spot closer to an 8.0.
Tomato sticker shock: Here's how much prices have climbed
Tomato prices have emerged as one of the biggest drivers of grocery sticker shock, climbing sharply over the past year.
Tomato prices have emerged as one of the biggest drivers of grocery sticker shock, climbing sharply over the past year.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Chicago staple Manny's Deli broken into overnight
A break-in attempt overnight left damage at the iconic Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen in Chicago’s South Loop.
A break-in attempt overnight left damage at the iconic Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen in Chicago’s South Loop.
Diet change tied to ‘younger’ biological age in older adults after 4 weeks
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
PepsiCo expected to increase prices on small chip bags, report says
A new report says that PepsiCo will raise prices on some products after earlier price cuts boosted sales and helped regain customers.
A new report says that PepsiCo will raise prices on some products after earlier price cuts boosted sales and helped regain customers.
Whole Foods issues soup recall due to possible shrimp contamination
A recall has been issued for a popular soup sold at Whole Foods Market that was found to potentially contain undeclared shrimp, posing a serious health risk for people with shellfish allergies.
A recall has been issued for a popular soup sold at Whole Foods Market that was found to potentially contain undeclared shrimp, posing a serious health risk for people with shellfish allergies.
Kroger to lower prices on thousands of items to win back shoppers
Kroger is preparing to lower prices on thousands of products as new CEO Greg Foran looks to win back market share from competitors.
Kroger is preparing to lower prices on thousands of products as new CEO Greg Foran looks to win back market share from competitors.
Hershey’s chocolate products will shift back to classic recipes amid lower cocoa prices
Hershey’s move toward classic recipes follows lower cocoa prices and complaints from consumers.
Hershey’s move toward classic recipes follows lower cocoa prices and complaints from consumers.
From snack foods to seasonings: The products pulled after dry milk recall
The list of snack foods, frozen pizzas, and other food products that have been linked to a powdered milk recall keeps getting longer. Two federal agencies have identified approximately two dozen products that used the recalled dairy products and are working to see if there are any other potentially contaminated products out there.
The list of snack foods, frozen pizzas, and other food products that have been linked to a powdered milk recall keeps getting longer. Two federal agencies have identified approximately two dozen products that used the recalled dairy products and are working to see if there are any other potentially contaminated products out there.
Feeding Austin with a community garden
A church in Austin has teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. They are providing healthy meals to kids in the neighborhood. But it doesn't stop there. The leader is also teaching the children how to grow their own food in a community garden.
A church in Austin has teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. They are providing healthy meals to kids in the neighborhood. But it doesn't stop there. The leader is also teaching the children how to grow their own food in a community garden.
One of America’s oldest beer brands discontinued after 177 years in US
One of America’s once-dominant beer brands is being discontinued after more than 175 years.
One of America’s once-dominant beer brands is being discontinued after more than 175 years.
Heirs of Promise garden program helps Austin kids grow fresh food
Kids in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood are learning how to grow fresh fruits and vegetables through the Heirs of Promise Garden Program. This visit is part of FOX 32 Cares’ effort to raise $15,000 for the Greater Chicago Food Depository — enough to provide 45,000 meals for kids this summer.
Kids in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood are learning how to grow fresh fruits and vegetables through the Heirs of Promise Garden Program. This visit is part of FOX 32 Cares’ effort to raise $15,000 for the Greater Chicago Food Depository — enough to provide 45,000 meals for kids this summer.
Growing Home blossoms into a community lifeline on Chicago's South Side
In Englewood, Growing Home is transforming vacant land into opportunity — using urban farming to provide fresh food, job training, and hope for the future.
In Englewood, Growing Home is transforming vacant land into opportunity — using urban farming to provide fresh food, job training, and hope for the future.
America's best-tasting pizza chain is an old-school favorite, survey finds
The survey found that this pizza chain earned 19.1% of the votes for best-tasting fast-food pizza.
The survey found that this pizza chain earned 19.1% of the votes for best-tasting fast-food pizza.
Gene & Georgetti sues over Midway Airport restaurant deal | ChicagoLIVE
Gene & Georgetti’s third-generation owner says the iconic Chicago steakhouse was cut out of a long-term Midway Airport partnership after helping build the concept.
Gene & Georgetti’s third-generation owner says the iconic Chicago steakhouse was cut out of a long-term Midway Airport partnership after helping build the concept.
Lincoln Square Farmers Market returns with fresh local food, summer favorites
Vendors at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market are serving up fresh produce, baked goods and handmade treats as the popular weekly market kicks off another summer season.
Vendors at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market are serving up fresh produce, baked goods and handmade treats as the popular weekly market kicks off another summer season.
Kroger cheese garlic croutons recalled over salmonella fears
The Food and Drug Administration said this new recall affects Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons distributed to stores in various states, including Georgia, Texas, and Illinois.
The Food and Drug Administration said this new recall affects Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons distributed to stores in various states, including Georgia, Texas, and Illinois.