On a trip to Dublin, visitors would be welcomed with the scents and tastes of classic Irish fare—fish & chips, shepherd’s pie, and, of course, plenty of whiskey, beer, and other libations. Coincidentally, you can get that same sort of hospitality here in Chicago, thanks to D4 Irish Pub & Cafe. Bringing the flavors of…
Your special someone deserves a sweet treat as special as they are for Valentine’s Day, even if it’s just one or two delectable bites. For candy that is unique, beautiful, and downright delicious, visit Chocolat Uzma Sharif on South Halstead Street in the Pilsen neighborhood. This small-batch producer (and woman-owned small business) creates the candies…
A lot has changed in the past year. For one thing, staying home became the new going out. That theme is going to hold through this month, at least, which is why you should start planning for an at-home Valentine’s Day. Begin with these creative ideas. Plan a picnic in the living room. It may be…
xdIf you’re a candy fan, you’re undoubtedly familiar with Veruca Salt, one of the lucky children to win a golden ticket in Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. If you’re a candy fan here in Chicago, though, you probably think of a different Veruca when it comes to sweet treats: Veruca Chocolates. Led by owner Meghan Ryan,…
You want burgers and fries, but your roomie would rather have Italian. Or it’s a date night, and you just can’t decide between tacos or something a little lighter. You could run all over town to get takeout from different places, or just hit
Newly opened near your apartment at Left Bank,
Chances are, your holiday traditions will have to change this year. But there’s one thing you can still do safely with members of your household—go
Fall trees get all the love this time of year, but it’s the bare beauties that take center stage at Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum. This yearly event is so much more than a few wrapped tree trunks and simple displays. Illumination is a multimedia spectacle of lights, colors, and sounds. The drive-through…
St. Patrick’s Day may be a long while away yet, but you can still celebrate Irish culture and heritage throughout the year. That’s true for no one more than for Sean McGuire, owner of Cone Gourmet Ice Cream. Born and raised in County Mayo, Ireland, McGuire aims to share his love for his home country through…
Your idea of a PB&J is about to change. At a new bar and restaurant of the same name, PB&J stands for pizza, beer, and jukebox, and it’s the neighborhood hangout that the West Loop needed. The pizzas give you plenty of options to explore, with toppings like poutine, loaded baked potato, or burrata and…