While Hulu’s “Deli Boys” was filming in Chicago, some stars of the show became regulars at Ali’s Nihari on Devon Avenue.
Category: Restaurants, Food and Drink
The Kitchn: You only need 3 ingredients for this ‘strawberry cloud’ smoothie
A cool and creamy smoothie is one of the most refreshing ways to start the day. The flavor combinations are endless, ranging from classic strawberry banana smoothies to zippy raspberry ginger smoothies, and even green smoothies made with spinach, pear, and ginger.
Starbucks is cutting some ‘less popular’ drinks from its menu. Here’s what will be removed next week
Starbucks is making cuts to its menu, with some of the coffee giant’s “less popular beverages” set to take their final bow next week.
IUN event explores importance of food in the fight for civil rights
The idea of food as nourishment took on a whole new meaning during “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America,” a Netflix documentary that Indiana University Northwest hosted a showing of on February 20 in its Berglund Auditorium. The documentary, from which a small crowd viewed excerpts before sampling a veritable cornucopia of African Diasporic dishes, follows the evolution of African and African American cuisine by concentrating on the social and economic impact of food, said James Wallace, the school’s Diversity, Equity and Multicultural Affairs director.
Fat Tuesday 2025 guide: 26 spots for Mardi Gras and Carnival specials in Chicagoland
Fat Tuesday, the day before the start of Lent, is celebrated as Mardi Gras in New Orleans and Carnival in Brazil, but you don’t need to travel to get a taste of the fun.
The Kitchn: I’m not sharing a single bite of this impossibly creamy coconut mousse
Coconut instantly evokes thoughts of warm beaches and sunny getaways, which makes it the perfect ingredient for escaping the winter blues. Like our popular no-bake lemon mousse, this light and luscious mousse couldn’t be easier to whip up.
Starbucks lays off 1,100 corporate employees as coffee chain streamlines
Starbucks plans to lay off 1,100 corporate employees globally as new Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol streamlines operations.
Restaurant news: Carnitas Uruapan, Mexican taqueria, opens Little Village flagship after 50 years in Chicago
Second generation owner Marcos Carbajal is a James Beard Awards semifinalist for Outstanding Restaurateur this year.
The Kitchn: I promise this is the best dinner you’ll make this month
Pepper steak is one of my all-time favorite dishes. It’s the perfect way to satisfy a steak craving without breaking the bank.
The Kitchn: My ‘house dressing’ is so good, I make weekly
I love a simple salad with a bright and flavor-packed vinaigrette. For me, this miso lime vinaigrette makes any salad taste extra special. Not only can you whip it up in just under 10 minutes, but it’s also filled with bright lime flavor, subtle hints of garlic, and a warm, spicy kick from the fresh ginger.