Windy City Smokeout returns as Chicago loosens COVID-19 restrictions
The Windy City Smokeout will be one of the first big outdoor events to return to Chicago this summer following a year of cancellations due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Windy City Smokeout will be one of the first big outdoor events to return to Chicago this summer following a year of cancellations due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Chipotle giving away 250,000 free burritos to US health care workers
Chipotle is thanking health care workers across the United States who have endured tough times during the COVID-19 pandemic by offering free burritos.
Chipotle is thanking health care workers across the United States who have endured tough times during the COVID-19 pandemic by offering free burritos.
Reese's to sell new candy bar, sweetening permanent lineup
Not only is Reese's adding a new candy bar to the permanent lineup, but for a limited time only you'll also be able to find a pure peanut butter cup without the chocolate.
Not only is Reese's adding a new candy bar to the permanent lineup, but for a limited time only you'll also be able to find a pure peanut butter cup without the chocolate.
The Wiener's Circle in Lincoln Park looks to add bar menu, outdoor patio
Nearby Lincoln Park residents are concerned the additions of alcohol and an outdoor patio at The Wiener's Circle will make for a noisy atmosphere.
Nearby Lincoln Park residents are concerned the additions of alcohol and an outdoor patio at The Wiener's Circle will make for a noisy atmosphere.
Farmers markets begin to bloom across Chicagoland
The flowers are blooming, the weather is warming up and farmers are ready to bring their best fruit and vegetables to market.
The flowers are blooming, the weather is warming up and farmers are ready to bring their best fruit and vegetables to market.
Buona Beef debuts beefless sandwich for vegans
Buona Beef is switching up its signature beef sandwich to attract vegans.
Buona Beef is switching up its signature beef sandwich to attract vegans.
Biden signs law designating sesame as major food allergen, requires labeling on packaged foods
President Joe Biden has signed into law a bill that makes sesame the ninth major allergen in the United States, requiring food makers to clearly label packaging by January 2023.
President Joe Biden has signed into law a bill that makes sesame the ninth major allergen in the United States, requiring food makers to clearly label packaging by January 2023.
'Space Beer' helps raise money for Adler Planetarium
The Adler Planetarium is collaborating with a North Side brewery to help raise money for science education.
The Adler Planetarium is collaborating with a North Side brewery to help raise money for science education.
North Center restaurant strives to have zero food waste
"As a small business during a pandemic it's more important than ever to avoid waste. You can really squeeze extra pennies and dimes out of your produce by doing these sorts of things," said Chef Shaner.
"As a small business during a pandemic it's more important than ever to avoid waste. You can really squeeze extra pennies and dimes out of your produce by doing these sorts of things," said Chef Shaner.
New Hard Rock Casino in Gary searching for experienced cooks, offering $2K signing bonus
The new Hard Rock Casino in Gary is looking to fill hundreds of positions at all five of its new restaurants.
The new Hard Rock Casino in Gary is looking to fill hundreds of positions at all five of its new restaurants.
Michelin restaurant guide returns to Chicago after pandemic pause
The Michelin guide is bringing back its coveted star ratings after being on pause in the U.S. amid industry shutdowns during the pandemic.
The Michelin guide is bringing back its coveted star ratings after being on pause in the U.S. amid industry shutdowns during the pandemic.
Budweiser gives free beer for COVID-19 vaccine, following Sam Adams, Krispy Kreme giveaways
Earlier this week, Budweiser announced that it will be giving away free beer to vaccine recipients.
Earlier this week, Budweiser announced that it will be giving away free beer to vaccine recipients.
Researchers say chemical used in food, beverage containers could ‘seriously damage’ brains
German researchers analyzed the impacts of BPA, or bisphenol A — an industrial chemical often used in containers that store food and beverages — on fish and found “alarming” levels of nerve damage in the animals’ brains.
German researchers analyzed the impacts of BPA, or bisphenol A — an industrial chemical often used in containers that store food and beverages — on fish and found “alarming” levels of nerve damage in the animals’ brains.
Rainbow Cone opening new location in Lombard
The Original Rainbow Cone will be opening a new location in the Chicago suburbs on May 5.
The Original Rainbow Cone will be opening a new location in the Chicago suburbs on May 5.
White Claw to launch hard seltzer with higher alcohol content
White Claw announced it will be launching White Claw Surge — which contains 8% alcohol as opposed to the traditional 5% — this summer.
White Claw announced it will be launching White Claw Surge — which contains 8% alcohol as opposed to the traditional 5% — this summer.
MKE distillery cheers return of tailgating with 'L Flag' bourbon
Central Standard Distillery in Milwaukee decided that when the Cubs lose to the Brewers, people should drink the "L Flag" bourbon.
Central Standard Distillery in Milwaukee decided that when the Cubs lose to the Brewers, people should drink the "L Flag" bourbon.
NJ server receives almost $2,000 after customer refuses to tip over COVID-19 rules
The server, who is also a registered nurse, plans to use the money to give back to the community.
The server, who is also a registered nurse, plans to use the money to give back to the community.
Company hiring 'MLB Food Tester' to eat hot dogs at stadiums
With Major League Baseball in full swing, one company is offering to pay someone to find out which stadium’s hot dogs hit a home run.
With Major League Baseball in full swing, one company is offering to pay someone to find out which stadium’s hot dogs hit a home run.
Chicago Riverwalk reopens to residents, visitors
The Chicago Riverwalk will once again be opened to residents and visitors starting Friday.
The Chicago Riverwalk will once again be opened to residents and visitors starting Friday.
'Ales for ALS': Lombard brewery raising money to fight ALS
They’re brewing up something special at one west suburban craft brewery, and it’s all for a good cause.
They’re brewing up something special at one west suburban craft brewery, and it’s all for a good cause.