Starbucks has a new code of conduct as part of its plan to make stores more welcoming and win back consumers, the company said.
Starbucks reverses policy on non-paying customers using bathrooms
Category: Restaurants, Food and Drink
La Grange Park’s Happier Now anniversary highlights 31st Street efforts
La Grange Park’s 31st Street is closer to being a restaurant destination thanks to Happier Now Cafe and Market’s first anniversary.
McDonald’s sued over Hispanic scholarship program one week after rolling back some diversity goals
The complaint against McDonald’s, which is based in Chicago, alleges the decades-old HACER scholarship program, which the fast food giant says has awarded $33 million in college scholarships to Hispanic and Latino students to date, violates federal law because students who are not Hispanic or Latino are not eligible to apply.
Reviews: Perilla Steakhouse, Sando Street and Santa Masa Tamaleria
As we dive into 2025, the Tribune food team offers looks at three notable restaurants that opened in 2024.
The hunt for the bean pie street sellers of legend, and how this dessert is a symbol of liberation for many Black Muslims
For many, bean pie is a symbol of Black pride and healthy eating. The dessert has strong roots in Chicago.
For a dry January, 8 nonalcoholic wines and wine alternatives worth seeking out
As sales of alcoholic beverages have slowed in recent years, nonalcoholic beer, wine and spirits have emerged as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the drinks industry.
Booking ahead: Astro tourism, cooler destinations and a passion for pickleball are trending for travel in 2025
Travelers are looking to avoid the crowds and avoid the heat while chasing the northern lights and other passions in the coming year.
Chicagoans of the Year in the Arts: All our names for 2024
As we approach the end of 2024, the critics and columnists of A+E reflect on the year to highlight some people who have made a difference in the city’s arts.
Avocado Poinsettia Pie and cold Sea Foam Jell-O Salad: Testing vintage Chicago Tribune Christmas recipes from the ’50s and ’60s
Officially named Avocado Poinsettia Pie, the concoction of canned cream of celery soup and frozen peas mixed with two eggs reflects an era when refrigerator space was limited and fresh ingredients — especially those not in season — were difficult to find at the supermarket.
Starbucks strike expands, closes nearly 60 US stores
A five-day strike by Starbucks baristas had closed 59 stores as of Monday afternoon, according to the union organizing the workers.