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Here's a list of Chicago's iconic outdoor dining destinations for summer
Here’s a list of rooftop restaurants and bars offering creative drinks, delicious cuisine and breathtaking views of the city
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Chicago eatery known for Texas-style brisket named best barbecue in Illinois
The list said the restaurant is known for its Texas-style brisket, which is so flavorful it “doesn’t need any sauces”
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Lunchables announces first-ever twist on a classic sandwich debuting in Chicago and several suburbs
Lunchables is rolling out a new product, and Chicago is one of only two cities to get it
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Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts on Wednesday — no purchase necessary
Whether you were a Real ID early adopter or you haven’t started the paperwork yet, Krispy Kreme is cooking up a sweet offer for all customers as the deadline approaches this week.
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Au Cheval temporarily closed for ‘refresh' in Chicago's West Loop
Au Cheval, one of Chicago’s most famous burger spots, is temporarily closed for a refresh, the company has announced.
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Illinois now has an official ‘Bacon Day'. Here's when to celebrate
Senate Joint Resolution 24 officially declared May 7 as Illinois Bacon Day
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Cinco de Mayo 2025: Deals and events around Chicago to get the fiesta started
While some Cinco de Mayo celebrations won’t be happening this year, deals and freebies are still being offered across the Chicago area in honor of the day.
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28 best food deals this week, from Subway to Taco Bell
In this edition of our weekly deals roundup, TODAY.com is sharing the best food and beverage discounts for the week of May 4 — 11.
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McDonald's customers are ordering ‘Cotton Candy Sprite' from the secret menu
It’s a carnival-themed twist on the fountain soda.
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Gum vs. mints: Which is healthier for you? There is a clear winner, experts say
For a hit of minty freshness at any time of day, a stick of gum or a breath mint will do the trick. But which is better for you?
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The best time to drink coffee to get the most health benefits is this 2-hour window
Now, there’s an increasing amount of evidence to suggest that timing plays an important role when it comes to reaping coffee’s health benefits.
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McDonald's adds 2 new items to menus permanently for the 1st time in years — and we tried it
McDonald’s — one of the world’s largest beef burger chains — is on a chicken journey, with a major change coming to menus permanently next month.
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Climate change is making coffee more expensive. Tariffs likely will too
Premium coffee roasters in the U.S. are reeling from the sharp price increases of coffee beans, which nearly doubled last year after record drought in Brazil.
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Famed Chicago sommelier Belinda Chang shows off Kentucky Derby fascinators made of cheese
Celebrity sommelier Belinda Chang is turning heads at the Ducky Derby with a fashion-forward collab: wine, Wisconsin cheese, and couture fascinators that double as wearable charcuterie boards
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Martinelli's recalls 170k apple juice bottles over possible toxic contamination
The FDA announced that Martinelli’s has issued a recall for 170,000 bottles of apple juice over potential toxic contamination.
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The 10 riskiest foods causing illness: report
There was a 41 percent jump in food recalls due to possible contamination with salmonella, E. coli, and listeria in 2024 compared with the year before
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‘Recession meals': Food creators brace for economic impact with budget-friendly recipes
Videos of people making so-called “budget,” “poverty” or “recession” meals — ways to eat for a week on $25 worth of groceries or even less — are garnering millions of views.
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Illinois restaurant lands spot on ‘Best New Restaurants in the World' list
The list draws from all over the world, shining the spotlight on restaurants from Japan to Nigeria to the U.S.
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After Chef Richie Farina talks about his competitive spirit in the Food Network's '24 in 24′
Chicago’s own Richie Farina is putting his skills—and stamina—to the test on “24 in 24: Last Chef Standing,” premiering Sunday on Food Network.