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Baseball fans can make $2,500 measuring hot dogs this season. Here's how to participate
The Weiner Connoisseur will measure the length, diameter, weight and price of a hot dog in each stadium.
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McDonald's Shamrock Shake arrived early this year, but will it stick around longer?
One of McDonald’s most popular seasonal offerings – its signature Shamrock Shake – has been available for more than a month leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.
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Here are some highlights of Chicago River's St. Patrick's Day dyeing tradition
The Chicago River has been transformed into a luscious emerald green to commemorate St. Patrick’s Day, here are some highlights.
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Kraft Singles is coming out with new cheese slice flavors for the first time in nearly 10 years
Your grilled cheese sandwiches are about to be packed with a lot more flavor.
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10 National Cupcake Day deals for sprinkle-covered savings
Life is always sweeter with cupcakes, so it’s only appropriate that the beloved dessert has a whole day dedicated to it: National Cupcake Day.
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9 National Brownie Day deals for sweet savings
Score some brownie points on Friday.
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National Cookie Day is Monday. Here's where you can get free cookies, deals and more
A cookie just might be the perfect treat when you’re craving something sweet.
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Cousins Maine Lobster expanding into the Chicago area with food trucks, brick-and-mortar restaurants
Cousins Maine Lobster, a quick-service restaurant and food truck operator known for its lobster rolls, will expand into the Chicago area in the coming months, the company said Wednesday.
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Kraft debuts dairy-free version of mac and cheese
The plant-based Kraft NotMac&Cheese will be rolled out to U.S. stores over the next few months.
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Can dogs have ham? Here are Thanksgiving foods you shouldn't give your pet and others you can
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, you might be already thinking about planning your hefty meal complete with turkey, possibly ham, a whole lot of sides, and of course, desserts.
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Culver's fan-favorite ‘CurderBurger' is officially back on menus — but not for long
Can’t decide between ordering cheese curds or a burger? Now, you don’t have to.
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McDonald's McRib had a ‘Farewell Tour' last year. Is it returning?
It’s that time of year again. And no, we’re not referring to the leaves changing or the opening of the pumpkin spice floodgates — we’re talking about the return of the McRib.
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Taco Bell introduces first-ever vegan nationwide menu item
Taco Bell is dipping into dairy-free cheese for the first time with the launch of its Vegan Nacho Sauce.
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Taylor Swift's ‘seemingly ranch' moment causes Heinz to create custom sauce
After Taylor Swift was spotted eating chicken tenders with “seemingly ranch,” brands have gone into full Swiftie mode.
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Portillo's has branched into Florida and Texas, but where is it expanding next?
Portillo’s, the Chicago institution made famous for its Italian beef, hot dogs and chocolate cake shakes, has grown to around 70 restaurants in 10 states, and it’s far from done yet. Michael Osanloo, the company’s president, CEO and director, in a call with investors last week, announced an aggressive expansion strategy to add 920 restaurants across the country in the…
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Culver's is bringing back its ‘CurderBurger' next month. Here's when you can get one
A burger that might just be what cheese curd lovers – and Wisconsinites – have long dreamt of is making a comeback at Culver’s. In a Facebook post on Monday, the Wisconsin-based chain announced its “Curderburger” will be returning for a limited time starting on Oct. 2. The unique concoction is a Deluxe ButterBurger including lettuce, tomato, pickles, red onion…
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Portillo's poised to open 920 locations in the next 20 years. Here's where it's eyeing next
Portillo’s, the famed Chicago-based fast casual restaurant chain known for its Italian beef, hot dogs and chocolate cake shakes, could dramatically expand its growing footprint in the coming decades. In a phone call with investors on Tuesday, Michael Osanloo, the company’s president, CEO and director, announced an aggressive expansion strategy to add 920 restaurants across the country in the...
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McDonald's brings the heat with return of beloved menu item
Temperatures might be cooling down across the country as autumn approaches, but America’s biggest fast-food chain is heating things up.
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Uber Eats to begin accepting SNAP as part of new initiatives to help consumers save money
Uber Eats has announced several new initiatives to help consumers save money on food and groceries as prices continue to rise across the country.
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Black Restaurant Week highlights minority-owned establishments across Chicago, US
Garifuna Flava in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood has been offering a taste of Belizean cuisine ever since it opened 15 years ago. The restaurant, located at 2518 W. 63rd St., is just one many being highlighted as part of Black Restaurant Week, which runs through Sunday, Sept. 24. “My wife loves to cook,” said owner Rhodel, “Rhodee,” Castillo. “We were…