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Third Eye Blind, Phil Vassar to headline Naperville Ribfest
Now in its 34th year, Naperville Ribfest is Sept. 15-17 at the DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds in Wheaton.
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Consumers have yet to develop a taste for Kernza, the environmental wonder grain
Billed as the new wonder grain — a wheatgrass with a nutty, graham or rye-like flavor — Kernza uses very little nitrogen fertilizer
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Photos: New food and drink options for Chicago Bears games at Soldier Field
Photos of the new food options at Soldier Field for Chicago Bears games this season.
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Guide: A food critic’s perfect day in ‘the beautiful Austin neighborhood on the mighty West Side of Chicago’
Austin is the Chicago neighborhood home to Mayor Brandon Johnson, a vibrant farmers market and some delicious food, writes critic Louisa Chu.
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19 Labor Day specials at Chicagoland restaurants, from festive picnics to boozy brunches
Labor Day specials in Chicago include picnics and parties with cocktails and food.
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Eat. Watch. Do. — Chicago Jazz Fest, fall TV and movies, plus Scofflaw review
This week's dining and entertainment coverage includes Chicago's best Maxwell Street Polish sausages and 10 things that might surprise you about Alice Cooper.
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Oswego Brewing set to close on Saturday: ‘Everyone is disappointed and heartbroken that this is happening’
Oswego Brewing Company, which became a staple for many in the village, will close its doors for good on Saturday, brewery officials said.
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America’s Test Kitchen: Add spiced pork lettuce wraps to your weekly dinner rotation
When the school year starts, a quick and easy recipe that’s a hit with the whole family will make your weeknight that much more enjoyable.
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The best Maxwell Street Polish sausages in Chicago
Chicago has its own distinct style of Polish sausage, developed by immigrants at Maxwell Street stands over the years. Here are our favorites.
Review: Scofflaw’s new chef challenges what it means to be New American in excellent ways
Korean American chef Fred Chung is making some of the best food in Chicago at Scofflaw.
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Smokeshow BBQ hangs up its boots only six months after opening in downtown Naperville
Smokeshow BBQ, a downtown Naperville restaurant that opened to much fanfare only five months ago, has already closed its doors.
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Eat. Watch. Do. — 6 summery red wines, Cultivate Chicago guide and ‘Star Wars: Ahsoka’
The Tribune's arts and entertainment coverage this week features reviews of the movie “Bottoms" and of the Oakville Grill & Cellar.
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Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte turns 20, beloved by millions and despised by some
The seasonal drink that made pumpkin spice a star is marking two decades in the world. And unlike the autumn days it celebrates, there seems to be no chill in customer demand.
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America’s Test Kitchen: This is the best lemonade you’ll have this summer
Our best lemonade recipe maximizes the bright flavor of fresh-squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest, and adds just enough sweetness to temper its tartness.
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Just opened: Ummo debuts in River North, plus 6 more new Chicagoland restaurants
Chicago's newest restaurants include Ummo in River North, plus Soule to Soule and a new spot from the chef behind Sueños.
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A rice shortage is sending prices soaring across the world. And things could get worse
Countries worldwide are scrambling to secure rice after a partial ban on exports by India cut global supplies by roughly a fifth.
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6 red wines to keep you cool during a red-hot Chicago summer
Chicago sommeliers offer suggestions for red wines that are enjoyable during hot summer weather.
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Review: California wines shine at Oakville Grill — but what about the food?
Oakville Grill & Cellar has Chicago's largest California-only wine list, which fortunately showcases that state's many great regions.
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Photos: Kyoten Next Door in Logan Square
Chef Otto Phan's Kyoten Next Door, the sister sushi restaurant to the more expensive Kyoten, opens in Logan Square.
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Photos: Scofflaw in Logan Square
Scofflaw’s new chef Fred Chung challenges what it means to be New American cuisine in Chicago.