Food

2 Investigators: Meat Kept On Shelf Past ‘Sell-By’ Dates

The meat products were sold at Cermak Fresh Market in Naperville, after the sell-by dates had expired. Store officials concede several pieces the 2 Investigators were able to buy should have been thrown out.

2013/05/02

Best Tacos In Chicago: I’m Right (You’re Wrong)

Chicago is a city filled with great tacos! Here are three of the best taco joints in the entirety of the city. You’re welcome.

2013/05/02

Pick-A-Side: Which Is Your Favorite Mexican Food?

2013/04/29

Chicago On YouTube: Moo & Oink Teaches Chicago How To Rap

In this edition of the wildly popular ‘Chicago on YouTube,’ we reminisce about the wonderful commercials Moo & Oink used to make in the 80s and 90s. Those were the days…

2013/03/12

GRAMMY® Gourmet: Scott Ian of Anthrax

Scott Ian is no stranger to the GRAMMY Awards. His band Anthrax have been nominated three times in the Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance category since its introduction in 1990. This year they’ve garnered their fourth, […]

2013/02/04

Restaurants Cracking Down On Snapping Photos

Planning to snap a photo of your plate when you head out to dinner tonight? Some restaurants are cracking down.

2013/01/25

Gridiron Grub: Winning Season Sliders

Frozen hamburgers patties are so last season. Fire up your fan base with mini-bison burgers, topped with gooey fontina cheese and a tart-sweet red onion and cherry relish.

2012/12/28

Gridiron Grub: Curried Cauliflower Kebabs

Who says tailgate food has to be bad for you? With this tasty snack, your fellow football fans will be happy for the remaining room around their waistlines.

2012/12/26

Gridiron Grub: A Sweet Victory

After indulging in the traditional hot and meaty offerings from a tailgate grill, there is little space left for a heavy dessert. Here’s a light option that hits the right spot.

2012/12/21

Chicago’s Best Fried Calamari

Some might say gross to the idea of fried calamari, otherwise known as fried squid. And if you’re like me, you hear squid and picture the limp sea creature on the dissecting table in junior high science class. But don’t knock it until you’ve tried it – it doesn’t even taste fishy. If it’s it done right, it doesn’t have a rubbery texture (ew, gross) and is seasoned well and crispy. Here are a few places around Chicago, and one in the suburbs, that does calamari right.

2012/12/20

L’ Patron: Tacos You’ll Fall In Love With

L’ Patron, a new, Logan Square taco joint, is more than “just another Mexican restaurant” in a neighborhood filled with them — it’s amazing.

2012/12/19

Gridiron Grub: Shirts and Skins Potato Skins

Whether playing on the shirts or skins team, these potato skins will be loved by all. Enjoy this hearty dish during a tailgate for a real game winner.

2012/12/19

Gridiron Grub: Bring a Taste of the Sea to Your Tailgate

This succulent, lightly flavored fish dish brings a different nuance to tailgating offerings.

2012/12/14

Even Affluent Suburbs Harbor People Who Need Salvation Army Assistance

The Salvation Community Center in Norridge provides after-school activities for young people, other resources for people struggling financially as well as worship services.

2012/12/14

Gridiron Grub: Who Needs A Football When You Have A Cheese Ball?

Fans will forget all about the football once they see you arrive at the tailgate with this dish.

2012/12/12

Gridiron Grub: Double Threat Chicken Wings

By using similar ingredients with a change-up in technique, you can make two types of chicken wings. These will keep all fans happy.

2012/12/07

Gridiron Grub: Nutella Cookie Sandwiches

A happy-go-lucky, finger-food dessert choice, these no-bake sweet treats brighten up just about any event or celebration. Pull them out after your team’s loss to cheer up discouraged fans.

2012/12/05

GridIron Grub: Wrap Your Hands Around This Mushroom Delight

Whether you’ve got a vegetarian in your group or are just watching your calories, this hand-held grilled portobello wrap is the perfect tailgating food at only 300 calories per serving.

2012/11/30

Profile: Mindy’s Hot Chocolate

Pastry creator and mastermind chef behind Mindy’s Hot Chocolate, Mindy Segal, specializes in contemporary American cuisine with a focus on quality, local ingredients and technique. Her focus is evident throughout the warm, delicious smelling, Bucktown restaurant. Each element of the dining room, menu, decor and take-home products is a modern twist on a classic…

2012/11/29

Gridiron Grub: Throw a Touchdown with These Hand Pies

Pies and the holidays just seem to go together, but taking them to a tailgate party is a bit tricky because they are fragile to transport and hard to serve. Hand pies are individual treats that can be made ahead of time (even frozen) and brought to the game with very little fuss.

2012/11/28