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Dining

Hot chocolate spots to warm up a Chicago winter

The best way to stay warm during a Chicago winter? Lots of hot chocolate. It’s the perfect pit stop during a day of exploring the…

Published on November 1, 2021 by Choose Chicago

Food & drink

Where to eat in Chicago: New and trending restaurants

Chicago’s dining scene is always evolving, with trending new spots opening their doors seemingly everyday. Looking for a guide to some of the hottest dining…

Blog, Dining

Now open: New restaurants in Chicago

While this year has been a hard one for the restaurant industry, there’s still some bright spots for the local dining scene. New restaurants and…

Published on August 5, 2020 by Kelsey O'Connor

Blog, Dining

The City Winery domes are back on the Chicago Riverwalk

The City of Chicago and the State of Illinois have placed restrictions on many events and businesses to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We strongly…

Published on March 9, 2020 by Alma Bahman

Dining

5 unique Chicago dining experiences

The food scene in Chicago is adventurous, award winning, exuberant and ever changing. It surprises the senses, tantalizes the taste buds, and says everything about…

Published on January 8, 2018 by Choose Chicago