Pisco Sour Month is Sweet at Tanta - Grab a glass of the classic cocktail at...
February is known for Valentine’s Day and being the shortest month of the year, but it also celebrates a very special cocktail: the Pisco Sour. Peru’s signature cocktail comes in a variety of tasty...
View ArticleIn the Kitchen with Kingsbury Street Cafe - Led by a family of strong female...
From food TV show hosts and judges to executive chefs, to owners and operators of restaurants, women are a culinary force to be reckoned with. Monique Duong Mark, General Manager of Kingsbury Street...
View ArticlePurely Delicious - Eating right doesn’t have to be tough
At the start of a new year, most people resolve to live a healthier lifestyle. That might entail exercising regularly or simply eating better. Oftentimes, those resolutions fall off after a month;...
View ArticleChicago’s Must-Try Margaritas - Get ready for Cinco de Mayo and summertime...
Photo from Buzz Bait Taqueria Whether you like them on the rocks or blended, with salt or without, spicy or sweet, there is no denying the appeal of the margarita. It’s a tried and true classic drink...
View ArticleMerry Mardi Gras! - Celebrate Fat Tuesday with drinks specials, indulgent...
Mardi Gras is the ultimate food holiday because it is all about indulgence. It’s time to eat, drink and be merry to the fullest! Fat Tuesday also means there are lots of special cajun-focused menus...
View ArticleWarm Up with Chicago’s Best Soups - Five soups to warm up to this winter
Photo via Cafe Spiaggia We have been spoiled by a very easy winter thus far in Chicago, but sadly a cold front is approaching on the horizon. Break out the hats and scarfs because winter is coming...
View ArticleWindy City’s Best Burgers - Dig into the city's top spot big-bite burgers
Rockit Burger Bar Few foods are as beloved as the all-American hamburger. There are so many ways to make it your own, from topping it with cheese to even using doughnuts as buns! Before you bite into...
View ArticleCold Weather Recipes - Stave off the winter cold with these cozy recipes
Stave off the Chicago chill with a few recipes from our favorite restaurants: French Onion Mash from Executive Chef Craig Couper of Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse Ingredients (serves several) 5 Yukon...
View ArticleChicago Food Guide: Revival Food Hall - The best spot to lunch in the Loop...
Photo via Jennifer Catherine Photography Discover your new favorite lunch spot, or spots, at Revival Food Hall {125 South Clark Street, Chicago; 773.999.9411}. With sixteen different vendors offering a...
View ArticleSt. Patrick’s Day in Chicago - Get your green on at some of the city's best...
Photo via Youtube No one does St. Patrick’s Day quite like Chicago. Outside of Ireland, we in the Windy City know how to celebrate, with everything from parades to a bright green river to plenty of...
View ArticleTea Time in the Windy City - Get your pinkies up and ready for simply...
Brindille Tea time is slowly becoming a lost art, but luckily, there are some Chicago spots that still take the relaxing afternoon experience seriously. It’s the perfect activity when relatives are in...
View ArticleSips of the Season - DIY cocktails from Chicago's hottest spots
Photo via Zed451 Fiery Orchard Cider from Zed451 {739 North Clark Street, Chicago; 312.266.6691} Dip the rim of a wine glass in cinnamon sugar. Combine 3 ounces Angry Orchard Hard Cider, 1/2 ounce of...
View ArticleNew and Upcoming Chicago Hot Spots - Six restaurant hotspots that need to be...
From the West Loop to River North and beyond, our culinary neighborhoods are truly flourishing. With a new lineup of new restaurant openings on the horizon, here are six hotspots to keep on your...
View ArticlePurely Delicious - Eating right doesn't have to be tough
Photo courtesy of Eat Purely At the start of a new year, most people resolve to live a healthier lifestyle. That might entail exercising regularly or simply eating better. Oftentimes, those resolutions...
View ArticleWarmth and Whimsy - Fine food and refined cocktails at Conrad Chicago
Photo via Conrad Chicago Chicago’s patchwork of neighborhoods is one of the things that makes the city so great. Deeply rooted in its multifaceted neighborhood culture, each with its own style and...
View ArticleTo the Extreme - Chicago’s most over-the-top culinary indulgences
While it’s true that a new year is often about making resolutions for a more healthful lifestyle, we at DiningOut aren’t opposed to the occasional overindulgence. Case in point: this handful of...
View ArticleOne-Pot Wonders - How to keep warm with soups from around the globe
Baby, it’s cold outside. To keep you snug, we scoured Chicagoland for soulful soups—particularly ethnic, seasonal varieties. And what an alluring array we found! Imagine dazzling, international...
View ArticleSpringtime Fun at Fremont Chicago - Thanks to monthly changing themes, the...
Photo Courtesy of Fremont There’s nothing quite like having your signature spot in the city. That one bar or restaurant you can always count on for a good time. But what if your favorite spot could...
View ArticleHit the Suburbs for Supper - Heading out of the city this weekend? Hit up...
Photo via Eggsperience Sometimes you just need a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Luckily, we don’t have to go far for a getaway. Chicagoans can trip up to suburbs, while still dining like...
View ArticleKeeping Pace - Words from women in the restaurant industry
A career in the restaurant industry isn’t for everyone. Endless hours, tough physical demands, and cutthroat competition make this business difficult no matter who you are. It’s a field for the...
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