Chicago restaurant introduces seaweed straws
Seaweed straws offer a similar texture and feel to plastic but have the advantage of being compostable within just 50 days.
Seaweed straws offer a similar texture and feel to plastic but have the advantage of being compostable within just 50 days.
Sweets and Snacks Expo returns to McCormick Place to showcase food innovations
The highly anticipated Sweets and Snacks Expo is back at Chicago's McCormick Place on Monday.
The highly anticipated Sweets and Snacks Expo is back at Chicago's McCormick Place on Monday.
Class of 2023: Krispy Kreme is giving graduates a dozen doughnuts for free
Graduating high school and college students can get a dozen glazed doughnuts for free – no purchase necessary – at Krispy Kreme. Here’s how to score the deal.
Graduating high school and college students can get a dozen glazed doughnuts for free – no purchase necessary – at Krispy Kreme. Here’s how to score the deal.
Kit Kat launches new churro flavor for limited time
Kit Kat said it hopes to unlock “memories of the delightful experience of enjoying freshly baked churros from the boardwalk stand, amusement park, or the local fair."
Kit Kat said it hopes to unlock “memories of the delightful experience of enjoying freshly baked churros from the boardwalk stand, amusement park, or the local fair."
Recall of 456K waffle makers issued after more than 30 burn injuries reported
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said people should hold off on using the waffle makers until they get the fix.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said people should hold off on using the waffle makers until they get the fix.
Pilsner at Horse Thief Hollow in Beverly takes top prize at World Beer Cup
To put the win in perspective, breweries from 56 countries entered the international pilsner competition.
To put the win in perspective, breweries from 56 countries entered the international pilsner competition.
Starbucks changes ice cubes for drinks, sparking debate
The change — albeit very small — is apparently infuriating some customers who claim the new nugget ice melts faster and can even dilute drinks.
The change — albeit very small — is apparently infuriating some customers who claim the new nugget ice melts faster and can even dilute drinks.
Chicago mental health advocate makes impact on 'Jennifer Hudson Show'
As Mental Health Awareness takes center stage this month, Christopher LeMark, the founder of Coffee, Hip Hop, and Mental Health located in Lakeview, received a huge surprise during his appearance on the Jennifer Hudson Show.
As Mental Health Awareness takes center stage this month, Christopher LeMark, the founder of Coffee, Hip Hop, and Mental Health located in Lakeview, received a huge surprise during his appearance on the Jennifer Hudson Show.
Northern Illinois Food Bank celebrates 40th anniversary
The Northern Illinois Food Bank provides 80 million meals annually.
The Northern Illinois Food Bank provides 80 million meals annually.
Wendy's to test underground robot delivery for mobile orders
Instead of requiring employees to bring out mobile food orders, the robotic system is designed to transport the orders underground "in seconds," the fast food chain said.
Instead of requiring employees to bring out mobile food orders, the robotic system is designed to transport the orders underground "in seconds," the fast food chain said.
Kraft Heinz creates sauce dispenser enabling 200 custom variations
The machine makes the custom condiments from what it calls "bases" like Ketchup, Ranch, and BBQ Sauce, combined with "enhancers" like jalapeno, smoky chipotle, and mango.
The machine makes the custom condiments from what it calls "bases" like Ketchup, Ranch, and BBQ Sauce, combined with "enhancers" like jalapeno, smoky chipotle, and mango.
Iconic Wienermobile gets new name after nearly 100 years
Oscar Mayer, the famous hot dog brand, is embarking on a new chapter by renaming its iconic Wienermobile.
Oscar Mayer, the famous hot dog brand, is embarking on a new chapter by renaming its iconic Wienermobile.
Chicago breakfast institution, Lou Mitchell's, celebrates 100th anniversary
Lou Mitchell's first opened its doors in 1923.
Lou Mitchell's first opened its doors in 1923.
Chicago breakfast institution, Lou Mitchell's, celebrates 100th anniversary
Lou Mitchell's, the oldest restaurant in Chicago, is commemorating its remarkable 100-year milestone.
Lou Mitchell's, the oldest restaurant in Chicago, is commemorating its remarkable 100-year milestone.
Krispy Kreme bringing 'fan favs' back to menu for limited time
Krispy Kreme says it wants to give fans "what they want" by bringing back four top-selling menu items from the past five years. Here's what they are.
Krispy Kreme says it wants to give fans "what they want" by bringing back four top-selling menu items from the past five years. Here's what they are.
World of flavors: AAPI Restaurant Week returns with 57 diverse dining destinations
It is Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Month, and as part of that, the 2nd annual AAPI Restaurant Week is now in full swing. Fifty-seven restaurants will be in the spotlight, from Michelin star hot spots to family-owned bakeries.
It is Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Month, and as part of that, the 2nd annual AAPI Restaurant Week is now in full swing. Fifty-seven restaurants will be in the spotlight, from Michelin star hot spots to family-owned bakeries.
Pesto sold at Trader Joes' recalled in 14 states over undeclared milk, walnuts
The recall came after it was discovered that the Genova Pesto was mistakenly packaged into tubs marked “Hummus Dip.”
The recall came after it was discovered that the Genova Pesto was mistakenly packaged into tubs marked “Hummus Dip.”
Popular Wrigleyville bar to close permanently this weekend
A popular Wrigleyville bar is permanently closing its doors this weekend.
A popular Wrigleyville bar is permanently closing its doors this weekend.
White Castle offers free burgers for National Slider Day
Here’s how you can get your hands on a free hamburger at a White Castle near you.
Here’s how you can get your hands on a free hamburger at a White Castle near you.
Chicago Mayfest is back! 3-day food and music event kicks off Friday
Summertime in Chicago means one thing - it's time for festivals! The city is gearing up for a summer full of events, and one of the first to kick off is the annual Chicago Mayfest.
Summertime in Chicago means one thing - it's time for festivals! The city is gearing up for a summer full of events, and one of the first to kick off is the annual Chicago Mayfest.



















