The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

Chicago Magazine 1/22 12:00A Lynette Smith

The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat

Ep. 19: Cold Weather Bar and Restaurant Recs

Chicago Magazine 1/21 12:00A Sarah Steimer

When the temperature drops, John and Amy bundle up and head to particular spots across Chicago, whether for the cozy atmospheres or tropical vibes.

Vacation Ready

Sequins and Stripes 1/19 5:25A liz

We are heading to the Virgin Islands today! We are spending two days on St. Thomas before heading back to Lovango (a trip we took with our kids last year and loved!) for the rest of the week. After not traveling for Christmas I can’t tell you how...

All-Day Eats

Chicago Magazine 1/16 12:00A Lynette Smith

In 2022, a fire forced the closure of the Goose Island staple Art’s Drive-In, which had been slinging diner classics since 1967. Then, last February, it returned. It’s now under the ownership of Alex Stratakos, an industry vet who ran spots like...

Revisiting City News Bureau, Chicago’s Trusted Agency

Chicago Magazine 1/13 12:00A Sarah Steimer

A new book sets the record straight on how CNB broke stories for more than a century.

Five Vacation Cottages for Sale

Chicago Magazine 1/12 12:00A Sarah Steimer

Just because it’s January doesn’t mean you can’t dream of summer living. The following five properties for sale, all located outside of Illinois, are cottages that can be used as vacation or weekend retreats — or year-round residences....

Who Will Be Chicago’s Next Mayor?

Chicago Magazine 1/12 12:00A Lynette Smith

As Brandon Johnson flails, speculation turns to who might succeed him. A year out from the election, we analyze the potential field.

Pierogi Kitchen’s Potato and Cheese Pierogi

Chicago Magazine 1/8 12:00A Lynette Smith

While there are several moving parts to Art Wnorowski’s potato and cheese pierogi, a cherished family recipe turned menu signature at Pierogi Kitchen, the chef counsels that two key steps — making mild, creamy farmer cheese and kneading together...

All In for 2026

Sequins and Stripes 1/7 6:59A liz

shop this look : Asha Piper Dress (wearing a small), Liffner Mini Basket Bag (sold out), Freyrs Aria Sunglasses , Loeffler Randall Goldy Boots Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday...

Ep. 18: The 2026 Dining Trends in Chicago

Chicago Magazine 1/6 12:00A Sarah Steimer

Bagels popped up, French onion left the soup, and cafes went all-day: All the trends John spotted last year in restaurants across the city.

What’s For Sale on Ashland Avenue?

Chicago Magazine 12/23 12:00A Sarah Steimer

Ashland Avenue is one of Chicago’s busiest streets that runs through almost the entire city. After branching off from Clark Street on the North Side, it runs south where it ends at 95th Street. Or does it? Like many city streets, it appears in...

The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

Chicago Magazine 12/22 12:00A Lynette Smith

The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat

Tenenbaum’s Garden

Chicago Magazine 12/22 12:00A Lynette Smith

A Chicago rabbi has made it his mission to care for the indigent, in life and in death.

Winter Neutrals

Sequins and Stripes 12/19 2:18A liz

shop this look: Jenni Kayne Sweater , Frame Leather Pants , Mansur Gavriel Flats (on sale!), Hart x Grace Atwood Necklace (sold out but similar here and here ), Bauble Bar Bracelet , Liffner Suede...

Midcentury Modern Homes Under $450,000

Chicago Magazine 12/15 12:00A Sarah Steimer

You can purchase an affordable time capsule — so long as you head out of Chicago.