Bird flu virus found in milk but FDA says it's safe to drink

Pasteurized milk is still safe to drink despite traces of bird flu particles found, according to the USDA, FDA and CDC.

Auntie Anne's offering free pretzels to celebrate National Pretzel Day

Auntie Anne's, renowned for its freshly hand-baked pretzels, is inviting pretzel enthusiasts to celebrate National Pretzel Day with a delectable offer.

Castaways Beach Club returns to Chicago lakefront this summer
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Castaways Beach Club, 1603 N. Lake Shore Dr., will open its doors to thirsty beachgoers and sun-baked revelers on Memorial Day Weekend.

Dom's, Foxtrot close stores in Chicago, nationwide months after merger

Dom's Kitchen & Market and Foxtrot Market are closing stores in Chicago and across the country just a few months after the boutique grocers announced their merger.

LondonHouse Chicago teams up with B-Cycled Bottles for Earth Day
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A popular Chicago rooftop bar is celebrating Earth Day and Cinco de Mayo with a sustainable twist. LondonHouse Chicago partnered with B-Cycled Bottles to bring attention to the importance of conservation. Try a delicious tequila cocktail in an upcycled glass with their limited cocktail experience.

These iconic restaurants are all owned by the same companies

While we all recognize popular chain restaurants by their name alone, many of them are actually grouped together and owned by just a small number of restaurant groups in the U.S. Here’s a look.

Marco's Kitchen in La Grange wins DiRoNA Award
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A La Grange restaurant was recognized as one of very few Distinguished Restaurants of North America. Marcos Kitchen received a DiRoNa Award; it was one of three restaurants in Illinois that was selected for the honor.

Can you really eat cicadas? Try these delicious recipes to find out

Properly prepared cicadas can be a culinary delight, providing a sustainable and protein-rich option for adventurous food enthusiasts eager to explore new recipes with these edible insects.

Chicago weekend events: Rum Festival, Pasta Fest, Grilled Cheese Fest and more!

We are finally drying out, and while it will still be a little chilly out there this weekend, we've got a bunch of events going on you don't want to miss.

Chef's Table celebrates culinary industry in Chicago

The culinary industry was honored and celebrated Thursday evening during the 45th annual Chef’s Table hosted by the Illinois Restaurant Association (IRA).