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Tuesday, April 30, 2024Meet Chicago’s only Black Michelin-star chef
by Amber Gibson / The Tribe / April 25, 2024He moved to Chicago a little more than a year ago, but chef Christian Hunter has taken the city by storm, earning a Michelin star for his restaurant Atelier, receiving the Young Chef Award from the Michelin Guide along with a James Beard semi-finalist nomination, and being named one of Chicago Magazine’s best new restaurants. Hunter is currently the only Black chef in Chicago with a Michelin star, and one of only two Black chefs in the country with the
Tuesday, April 30, 2024Lincoln Square Farmers Market offers locally-grown produce twice a week throughout summer
ABC7 Eyewitness News / April 27, 2024 CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Lincoln Square Farmers Market kicks off for the 2024 season with two markets available on Tuesdays from 7 a.m. to noon (until November 19th) and Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. (through October) at 4513 N Lincoln Avenue. Located in the heart of Lincoln Square, local farmers, artisans, and food purveyors will connect with the community all season long. In June, the Summer Concert Series, Lincoln Square's favorite free summer event, will return
Tuesday, April 23, 2024Café Selmarie’s Final Day In Lincoln Square Will Be April 27
by Alex Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / April 19, 2024 LINCOLN SQUARE — Lincoln Square’s beloved Café Selmarie will close for good April 27, retiring owner Birgit Kobayashi said. Kobayashi announced in September she planned to retire and close her popular restaurant in Giddings Plaza in early 2024 to begin a “new chapter.” There’s been a few delays, but Café Selmarie’s final day is now set for 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 27. The restaurant will have a limited breakfast and lunch menu and seating will be on a
Tuesday, April 23, 20245 New Restaurants In Lincoln Square, Ravenswood And North Center
by Alex Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / April 18, 2024 LINCOLN SQUARE — Two restaurants, a bar, a bakery and a coffee shop have recently opened in Lincoln Square, North Center and Ravenswood. The openings come on the heels of longtime favorite Spoon Thai closing for good after serving customers in Lincoln Square for about 20 years. Customer Deb Doetzer dropped by Spoon Thai on its last day Tuesday to pick up a take-out order, sad that after two decades, the restaurant would be no more. Read More Here
Tuesday, April 16, 2024These 8 Projects Aim To Better Protect Pedestrians, Cyclists In Lincoln Square, North Center
by Alex Hernandez | Block Club Chicago | April 12,2024 NORTH CENTER — Construction in Lincoln Square and North Center this summer aimed at improving street safety for cyclists and pedestrians will include a refurbishing of Giddings Plaza, a new Ravenswood Avenue Greenway and a redesigned Leavitt Street cul-de-sac for cyclists riding through Lincoln Square. Ald. Matt Martin (47th) has pushed for modernizing city streets to make them safer for people walking or riding their bikes and to curb aggressive
Wednesday, April 10, 2024Englewood Arts Collective Invites You Into Their Living Room With ‘Home Is Where The Art Lives’
By Atavia Reed / Block Club Chicago/ April 9, 2024 RAVENSWOOD — A collective of artists will bring a taste of Englewood to the North Side this week at a global immersive art fair. The Other Art Fair runs Thursday-Sunday in Chicago. Art lovers can visit Artifact Events, 4325 N. Ravenswood Ave., to view work created by over 100 artists selected by a committee. The fair previously made stops in London and Los Angeles. Back for its sixth local edition, the interactive fair features workshops, music sets,
Tuesday, April 09, 2024A Bakery Serving Pastries Infused with Filipino Flavors is Coming to Lincoln Square
By Daniel Hautzinger / WTTW Chicago / April 3, 2024 A bakery with unique Filipino-infused pastries is coming to Lincoln Square. For the past year, Justin Lerias has been selling longanisa croissants, turon danishes, calamansi hojicha buns, and more artful creations out of Side Practice Coffee in Lincoln Square and at pop-ups under the name Del Sur Bakery. Now, he’s opening a brick-and-mortar bakery in the neighborhood with Side Practice owner Francis Almeda, right next to the Damen Brown Line stop at
Friday, April 05, 2024The Who’s Who of Beer Cool
by Courtney Iseman / Punch Drink / April 4, 2024 The country’s top brewers, beer writers and buyers weigh in on the 10 breweries to know right now. Last year, we updated a 2020 “who’s who of beer cool” roundup, noting how fast the industry had changed in just three years, from pandemic-influenced consumer behavior to relentless brewery openings to fleeting style trends. It’s a painfully dated trope, but the craft beer industry of 2023 really seemed to then say, “Hold my beer.” In 2024, we’re looking at
Thursday, April 04, 2024Mastering the Digital Frontier: The Blueprint for Starting a Remote Company
In today's digital landscape, the concept of a traditional workplace is rapidly evolving. More businesses are shifting toward remote operations, opening doors to global talent, increased flexibility, and reduced overhead costs. However, establishing a fully-remote company comes with unique challenges. This article delves into the intricacies of this process and provides a comprehensive guide on how to successfully start a fully-remote company. Choose the Right Business Model The first step
Wednesday, April 03, 2024From The Grafton To The Getaway: New Bar Opening In Former Irish Pub This Month
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / April 3, 2024 The bar’s new owners also operate aliveOne, Estelle’s and The Owl. No food is on the menu, but the tradition of welcoming Old Town School of Folk Music students and staff will remain. LINCOLN SQUARE — A new neighborhood bar is coming to the former home of the Grafton from the team behind a number of popular North Side taverns. The Getaway will open later this month at 4530 N. Lincoln Ave. in the space left vacant after the Grafton closed in
Monday, April 01, 2024Lincoln Square Taproom’s Owner to Open a Bistro in the Cafe Selmarie Space
by Naomi Waxman / Eater Chicago / April 1, 2024 Andrew Pillman, who took over the former Huttenbar, has plans to unveil Willow Cafe and Bistro. As Chicagoans prepare to say farewell to Cafe Selmarie, a cozy Lincoln Square favorite that’s preparing to close after more than four decades, news about its forthcoming replacement is beginning to surface. Andrew Pillman, the owner of neighboring beer bar Lincoln Square Taproom, has applied for a liquor license under the business name Willow Cafe and Bistro at
Wednesday, March 27, 2024GiGi’s General Store, A Plastic-Free Sustainable Shop, Opens In Ravenswood
by Molly DeVore / Block Club Chicago / March 26, 2024Owner Nicolle Wood offers pantry items, upcycled kitchen utensils and containers, gardening materials, cleaning supplies and more in hopes of making sustainability more accessible and affordable. RAVENSWOOD — GiGi’s General Store carries a little bit of everything, from Caribbean Jerk seasoning to upcycled butter dishes. But one thing customers definitely won’t find: plastic.GiGi’s, 1926 W. Montrose Ave., opened March 16 after owner Nicolle Wood
Wednesday, March 27, 2024Winnemac Park’s Flood-Prone Fields Will Be Overhauled Starting In June
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / March 26, 2024The construction comes after years of flooding have made the baseball diamonds unplayable for long stretches. Some fields will be closed to the public while work is ongoing. LINCOLN SQUARE — Crews will begin ausdding better drainage and other upgrades to some of Winnemac Park’s sports fields this summer. The park’s baseball fields where Amundsen High School teams play and practice become muddy and unplayable after rain, which has been a problem
Wednesday, March 20, 2024Chicago weekend events: St. Patrick's crawls, North Side Restaurant Week
by Maxwell Millington / Axios Chicago / March 14, 2024This weekend in Chicago, head to a St. Paddy's Day bar crawl, chow down with deals at North Side restaurants or see a dance festival. North Side Restaurant Week Enjoy prixe fixe menus at... Read more HERE
Wednesday, March 20, 2024Las Maria’s Breakfast Club, Lincoln Square’s New Brunch Spot, Is A Family Affair
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / March 15, 2024 The owner’s father learned how to cook at Ann Sather and is bringing that expertise to his daughter’s new restaurant. LINCOLN SQUARE — The 21-year-old daughter of Mexican immigrants is pursuing her parent’s dream of owning a business by opening a new brunch spot in Lincoln Square. Owner Samantha Estrada opened Las Maria’s Breakfast Club, 5501 N. Lincoln Ave., in early March with a menu serving a variety of crepes, pancakes, omelettes and other
Tuesday, March 19, 2024The 11 Best Bagel Shops In Chicago
by Melanie King / Michigan Social / March 18, 2024 A good bagel can be hard to find, so we've rounded up the best places in Chicago to grab an on-the-go breakfast. Whether you like a traditional bagel with cream cheese or are looking for something out-of-the-box, these top spots are sure to impress. Bagel Miller Home to delicious kettle-boiled bagels, Bagel Miller has... Read more HERE
Friday, March 08, 2024International Women's Day market on Chicago's North Side
by Asal Rezaei / CBS Live / CBS-2 ChicagoCHICAGO (CBS)-- More than 50 women-owned businesses will take part in a unique two-day event this weekend celebrating women entrepreneurs.The Lincoln Square-Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce will host its third annual "International Women's Day Market" at Artifact Events on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Visitors can browse and shop booths featuring jewelry, skin care products, food and home decor. Check out some of the participating women-owned
Friday, March 08, 2024Lincoln Square’s Bunny Ears Art House Will Offer Play-Based Art Studio For Kids
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / March 8, 2024 The owners of the new art studio for kids are childhood friends who have a lifelong love of art. LINCOLN SQUARE — Two childhood friends will open a play-based art studio for kids next month in Lincoln Square. Owners Jinny Choi and Lois Song will open Bunny Ears Art House in April at 4541 N. Lincoln Ave. The studio will allow parents and children to explore their creativity while experimenting with art techniques. “It’s for children of all ages,
Friday, March 08, 20246 New Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Irving Park And Albany Park Restaurants To Try
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / March 8, 2024 Nearly all of the new restaurants have opened since the new year along a stretch of Lawrence Avenue between Kedzie and Ashland avenues. LINCOLN SQUARE — Six restaurants serving everything from smash burgers to vegan cuisine have opened recently in Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Irving Park and Albany Park. Nearly all of the restaurants have opened since the new year along a stretch of Lawrence Avenue between Kedzie and Ashland avenues. Here’s
Wednesday, March 06, 2024The 3rd Annual Lincoln Square Ravenswood International Women’s Day Market
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / WGN-9 Chicago To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is honoring women-owned businesses by hosting the 3rd Annual Women’s Day Market. Director of special events, Nicole Benjamin shared the details and a look at some items you’ll find there. Saturday, March 9th & Sunday, March 10th 10 am – 4 pm Artifact Events 4325 N. Ravenswood Ave Watch HERE
Wednesday, March 06, 2024Love It or Hate It, Cincinnati Chili Is Coming to Chicago Thanks to a Michelin-Starred Chef
by Daniel Hautzinger / WTTW Chicago / March 5, 2024 Chicagoans are diehard about hometown food specialties, and soon they’ll have another one to defend and celebrate – from Cincinnati. Christian Hunter, who steered Lincoln Square’s Atelier to a Michelin star in its first year, is now planning to open La Verne’s, a bar and Cincinnati chili parlor that will be the second establishment in the newly formed Atelier Restaurant Group. A location is forthcoming, but Hunter and Atelier founder Tim Lacey want to
Tuesday, March 05, 2024Lincoln Square Ravenswood hosts International Women's Day market featuring women-owned businesses
by NBC-5 Chicago / NBC Chicago Today / March 4, 2024On March 9 and 10, Lincoln Square Ravenswood celebrates International Women’s Day with a two-day market showcasing women-owned businesses. Visit LincolnSquare.org for a full list of vendors and event details. Watch HERE and find more event details HERE
Monday, March 04, 2024International Women's Day Market to highlight, support women-owned businesses in Chicago area
by ABC-7 Chicago Digital Team / ABC-7 Chicago / March 3, 2024 CHICAGO (WLS) -- See the power of women supporting women at the Lincoln Square Ravenswood International Women's Day Market. The free event begins Saturday March 9 and ends on Saturday. It will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Artifact Events. More than 50 women-owned businesses will take part in this unique two-day market to celebrate International Women's Day. The indoor market features a variety of diverse woman-owned and woman-led
Friday, March 01, 202425 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Polar Plunge, Windy City Comedy Fest And A Skate Party
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / March 1, 2024 CHICAGO — Despite the cold, March is coming in hot with a jam-packed weekend of events, from the Windy City Comedy Festival to a Logan Square bar hop. Neighbors can also take a communal plunge into the icy waters of Lake Michigan for charity, enjoy local theater productions on stage and sip hundreds of beers at a Brewsology booze fest. Here’s a roundup of 25 things to do in Chicago this weekend:North Side Restaurant WeekKicks off Friday; Various
Tuesday, February 27, 2024Lunchbreak: Braised Short Ribs over Parmigiano Risotto
by Kristina Miller / WGN Midday News / February 26, 2024 Massimo di Vuolo, co-owner of Il Milanese Restaurant, cooks up Braised Short Ribs over Parmigiano Risotto on WGN Lunchbreak, which is featured on their menu for North Side Restaurant Week. Watch HERE
Monday, February 26, 2024International Women’s Day Market in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood
by Gaynor Hall / WGN Weekend Morning News / February 24, 2024International Women’s Day Market will honor women-owned businesses in the Lincoln Square and Ravenswood area. Author, and owner of Nonku’s Corner Nonku Kunene Adumetry joined WGN Weekend Morning News to share more. Watch HERE
Thursday, February 22, 2024North Side Restaurant Week? 6 Neighborhoods Team Up To Celebrate Area Eateries
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / February 22, 2024 More than 40 restaurants, cafes and bars will offer prix-fixe menus during the dining event March 1-15. LINCOLN SQUARE — Restaurants in six North Side neighborhoods are launching their own version of Chicago Restaurant Week in March. North Side Restaurant Week is March 1-15 and will feature more than 40 restaurants, cafes, wine bars and cocktail lounges in Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Andersonville, Edgewater, North Center, Rogers Park and
Wednesday, February 21, 2024Where to Find Outstanding Egg Sandwiches in Chicago
by Ashok Selvam and Eater Staff / Eater Chicago / February 20, 2024An egg sandwich can provide late risers with a golden reason to wake up early. The perfect ratio of runny egg, between bread, and supplemented with melted cheese provides a wonderful foundation for the rest of the day. Or, if it’s a weekend, it’s a no-frills choice for those who went to bed in the a.m. The egg sandwiches listed below are more than up to the task, with options for breakfast traditionalists and outside-the-box eaters.L&M
Wednesday, February 21, 2024Learn The Rich History Of Black Folk Music At Free Old Town School Event
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / February 21, 2024The Black History, Folk Futures program will feature interactive jam sessions as well as discussions about Black history and folk music traditions. LINCOLN SQUARE — The Old Town School of Folk Music will celebrate Black musical heritage and its influence on contemporary folk music during a weekend symposium. Black History, Folk Futures is 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday at the school, 4545 N. Lincoln Ave. Some of Saturday’s sessions will include
Monday, February 12, 2024Meet The Bread-Baking Couple Whose Bagels And Black Rye Are Farmers Market Hits
by Seth Schwartz / Block Club Chicago / February 12, 2024 Taylor Bruns put in an order for her husband, Brian, to make a few bagels for their Logan Square barbecue restaurant, Flat & Point, 3524 W. Fullerton Ave., which they opened in 2019. The bagels quickly sold out, Taylor Bruns said. The West Town couple started selling their bagels and breads at local farmers markets in the spring of 2022. Within a few weeks, they went from making 300 bagels to 3,000 in six varieties: everything, sesame, Old Bay,
Thursday, February 08, 2024Lincoln Square Farmers Market Relocating During Brown Line Construction
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / February 8, 2024 LINCOLN SQUARE — Construction around the Western Avenue Brown Line stop and adjacent plaza will force the Lincoln Square Farmers Market to move south when it opens this year. The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce’s popular farmers market typically runs on Tuesday mornings and Thursday evenings from May to November along West Leland Avenue, between North Lincoln and North Western avenues. Due to construction this year to upgrade
Thursday, February 08, 202430 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Lunar New Year, Folk Fest And A Winter Wine Walk
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / February 8, 2024 CHICAGO — There’s no shortage of festivities around the city this weekend: Chicagoans can ring in the Lunar New Year at Navy Pier, watch the Super Bowl at local bars, celebrate Swedish tradition at Fika Fest and so much more. There’s also a folk music fest at the University of Chicago, a winter wine walk through Lakeview and a fair trade chocolate workshop in South Loop. Read more HERE
Tuesday, February 06, 2024Where to find international candies in Chicago
by Justin Kaufmann, Carrie Shepherd, Monica Eng / AXIOS Chicago / February 6, 2024 Folks all over the world love sweets and in Chicago, we're lucky to have a wealth of great international choices at local markets. Here are some of our favorite global candies, and where you can find them in town. Read more HERE
Monday, February 05, 2024Luella’s Southern Kitchen Will Bring Back Fan-Favorite Dishes Before Leaving Lincoln Square
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / February 2, 2024 LINCOLN SQUARE — Luella’s Southern Kitchen’s owner is leaving Lincoln Square after nearly a decade in the neighborhood. Owner Darnell Reed announced via social media this week he doesn’t plan to renew the lease for his restaurant at 4609 N. Lincoln Ave. when it expires in October. Saturday marks the restaurant’s ninth anniversary. Reed said he’s looking for a new location that would let him shift the business to focus on brunch. But before
Wednesday, January 31, 2024Café Selmarie Closing Soon, But Will Be Open Through At Least Mid-February
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / January 31, 2024 LINCOLN SQUARE — Café Selmarie’s owner still plans to close the restaurant this year, but the beloved establishment will remain open until at least the middle of February, she said. Last fall, Café Selmarie owner Birgit Kobayashi announced she plans to retire and close the popular restaurant in Giddings Plaza at 4729 N. Lincoln Ave. in early 2024 to begin a “new chapter” in her life. Kobayashi made her announcement around the 40-year
Tuesday, January 30, 2024A Toast to Ravenswood
by Time Out Chicago / January 30, 2024Take a stroll around Ravenswood and check out local shops while enjoying a variety of curated winter wines, refreshing cocktails and light canapes. Guests will receive 18 two-ounce tastings and must be 21 to attend. Participating businesses include Amy’s Candy Bar, Ravensgoods, VIN312 Winery and more. Read more HERE
Saturday, January 27, 2024A Toast to Ravenswood tours local businesses
by Fox-32 Chicago / January 27, 2024 The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is hosting A Toast to Ravenswood this upcoming Thursday, Feb. 1. Sip and shop your way through the neighborhood with samples from bars and restaurants in the area. Watch HERE and Purchase tickets HERE
Thursday, January 25, 2024Neighbors applaud plans for bike-ped upgrades at open house for plaza and streetscape upgrades near Western Brown Line stop
by Cameron Bolton / Streetsblog Chicago / January 25, 2024 Last week the Chicago Department of Transportation and the 47th Ward held a community open house for the Lincoln Square Brown Line Area Streetscape and Plaza Improvements project. Held at Szold Hall at the Old Town School of Folk Music, the event provided a rundown of what's happened with the project so far and allowed attendees to leave suggestions on improvements for the Western Brown Line station area. Construction is slated to begin this
Wednesday, January 24, 2024Lincoln Square Brown Line Plaza Should Match Area’s Old World Charm, Neighbors Say
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / January 24, 2024 The to-be-redesigned plaza at the Western Avenue Brown Line stop is outdated, unsightly and needs an overhaul, neighbors previously said. LINCOLN SQUARE — Neighbors want the soon-to-be-renovated plaza at the Western Avenue Brown Line stop in Lincoln Square to match the neighborhood’s architecture near Giddings Plaza. The Brown Line plaza on the southeast corner of Western and Leland avenues is one of the areas of improvement highlighted in
Wednesday, January 24, 2024Chicago's Semifinalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards
by Daniel Hautzinger / WTTW Playlist / January 24, 2024 The 2024 semifinalists for the James Beard Awards, one of the food industry's biggest national recognitions, have been announced. Seventeen Chicago restaurants, chefs, and bakers are among them, the most in several years. Nominees will be selected from amongst the semifinalists and announced on Wednesday, April 3. Winners will be announced in Chicago at the Lyric Opera, where the awards ceremony has taken place for years, on Monday, June 10. Last
Sunday, January 21, 2024Chicago events: Sip away the winter blues at 'A Toast to Ravenswood'
by Ramona Meadors / ABC-7 Chicago / January 21, 2024 CHICAGO (WLS) -- Raise a glass and get outside for a new winter tasting adventure, "A Toast to Ravenswood." The inaugural event is Thursday, Feb. 1, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at North Damen and Ravenswood avenues (Leland to Argyle). Sip on a variety of winter wines or invigorating cool weather cocktails, along with an assortment of light canapés, as you shop and explore the unique charm of Ravenswood's retail hubs and restaurants. Tastes are offered in
Friday, January 19, 2024Lincoln Square’s Zero Waste General Store Now Hosts Weekly Farmers Market
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / January 19, 2024 The Eco Flamingo’s new Sustainability Center features workshops and events like a weekly farmers market with fresh produce grown hydroponically. LINCOLN SQUARE — Zero-waste general store The Eco Flamingo has expanded to offer events such as farmers markets and workshops focused on sustainability. The shop, 4750 N. Rockwell Ave., opened in 2020 to offer ethically sourced products in no packaging, or 100 percent compostable or recyclable
Wednesday, January 17, 2024Business Success Redefined: Your Business Growth Through Digital Technologies
In today's fast-paced digital era, businesses must stay ahead of the curve to remain relevant and competitive. As an entrepreneur, harnessing the power of digital innovation can provide you with the tools and strategies needed to grow your business exponentially. In this article, we explore nine key ways entrepreneurs can leverage digital innovation to boost their businesses.Amp Up Digital Security with PDFs In today's digital landscape, safeguarding your business and website against cyber threats is
Tuesday, January 16, 2024Escape The Winter Blues At “A Toast To Ravenswood”
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / January 16, 2024 If you’re ready to say goodbye to dry January, or simply looking for something to do during the winter blah’s, A Toast to Ravenswood may be just what you need. Nicole Benjamin – Director Of Special Events with the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and Raven Room Manager and Bartender Ryan Reynolds joins us now with details and cocktails!! Read more and Watch HERE
Tuesday, January 16, 2024Au Levain Bakery rises at the 100th Monday Night Foodball
by Mike Sula / Chicago Reader / January 11, 2024 Check out Bistro Campagne's Angel Chavez's sweet and savory neoclassical French pastries at the Reader's weekly chef pop-up at Ludlow Liquors.The late chef Michael Altenberg gave Angel Chavez his first restaurant job, running French classics like soupe à l’oignon and moules meunières from the kitchen to the dining room at Lincoln Square’s Bistro Campagne.That was 15 years ago, when the chef was still doing his own specials and desserts—until he hired the
Tuesday, January 16, 2024The thrill of happy hour: Five Chicago spots with good food and ambience
by Maggie Hennessy / WBEZ Chicago / January 16, 2024 It’s that wonderful time of year when you suddenly have free nights again — and are looking to break up the dark monotony of January while getting a headstart on that New Year’s Resolution you made to be more social. In the bleary aftermath of December’s extravagance, January’s feeling is more about mellower, back-pocket places to meet for a drink and a snack. Think of these casual hangouts as ideal destinations after work and before the late dinner
Friday, January 12, 2024The 9 Most Romantic Restaurants In Chicago
by Melanie King / Modern Luxury CS / January 12, 2024 From Andersonville to the West Loop , there’s no shortage of romantic restaurants in Chicago. Whether you’re looking for a quick stop or a lasting experience, these nine restaurants are the best places to be for a romantic evening in the Windy City. Bistro Campagne Nestled in Lincoln Square, this charming... Read more HERE
Monday, January 08, 2024Top Ten Dining List For 2023; or, How To Eat Blue Collar in Palm Beach
by Michael Gebert / Sky Full of Bacon podcast and blog / December 28, 2023 I was in Toronto early this year, and I’m heading to Mexico City at the end of the year. So I may yet have better things in 2023… but I’m declaring the year closed once this publishes. 2. Sambusa with gomen wat and berber spice, AtelierNot sure I’d actually call this the single best thing I had at Atelier, but in my memory it was a good example of what this place does: collard green and African spices in a samosa-like wrapping is
Thursday, January 04, 2024Is Chicago becoming the best city for magic?
by Robert Loerzel / WBEZ Chicago / January 4, 2024 Magicians are the star attractions on rooftops, in basement parlors, in restored theaters — and even in a gelato shop where a cone comes with a card trick. On any given night in Chicago right now, you can find magicians dazzling audiences in an elegant underground Loop parlor, a rehabbed Rogers Park vaudeville theater or an Andersonville cabaret hidden behind the façade of an industrial laundry. There’s even a newish gelato shop in Lincoln Square where
Tuesday, January 02, 202426 Tea Houses, Cafes And Juice Bars Around Chicago For Dry January And Beyond
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / January 2, 2024 We rounded up spots across Chicago where you can grab tea, boba, smoothies and more. CHICAGO — If you’re celebrating Dry January, there are plenty of spots in Chicago where you can pick up fun and refreshing non-alcoholic drinks that aren’t mocktails. Block Club rounded up 26 tea houses, cafes and juice bars in the city that are serving up smoothies, boba tea, Chai, coffee and more. Have one you think we should add? Email the details to
Tuesday, January 02, 2024Dry January In Chicago: 40 Spots Serving Up Mocktails, Spirit-Free Wines, Craft Sodas And More
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / January 2, 2024 We've rounded up some of Chicago's best mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages served across the city's neighborhoods. CHICAGO — Dry January remains a popular way to kick off the new year — and just because you’re participating doesn’t mean you have to stay home. If you’re looking to start the year booze-free, we’ve rounded up more than 40 places where you can imbibe mocktails and other non-alcoholic drinks. Enjoy the city sober at these upscale
Wednesday, December 27, 2023Critics’ picks: Chicago’s 11 best new restaurants of 2023
by Micah Yason and Jennifer Tanaka / WBEZ Chicago / December 27, 2023 Reset’s Sasha-Ann Simons convened a panel of the city’s finest food folks to share their recommendations and insights about the top bites of 2023. What do you get when you bring together three Chicago dining experts? A bubbling spigot of top-shelf recommendations for where to eat next. Reset’s Sasha-Ann Simons invited Louisa Chu, the Chicago Tribune’s food critic; Rochelle Trotter, founder and CEO of R’Culinare; and Mike Sula, the
Thursday, December 21, 202326 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Fireworks, Storytelling, Holiday Parties And More
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / December 21, 2023 Holiday shows, ugly sweater parties, fireworks, karaoke and so much more - it's a jam-packed weekend in ChicagoCHICAGO — With Christmas right around the corner, you can celebrate with holiday musicals, ugly sweater parties, firework shows and other festivities this weekend. There’s also a community storytelling event, a yoga class with bunnies and a Daft Punk tribute show.Here’s a roundup of 26 things to do in Chicago this weekend: Festive Flight
Wednesday, December 20, 2023St. Matthias Will Host Christmas Eve Mass Sunday For First Time In 3 Years
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / December 20, 2023 The Archdiocese of Chicago has agreed to resume some worship services at the beloved Lincoln Square church after parishioners fought to reopen it. LINCOLN SQUARE — St. Matthias Catholic Church will host a Christmas Eve Mass for the first time in three years, welcome news for the parishioners who have fought to keep the beloved church open. The 4 p.m. Sunday service at the church, 2310 W. Ainslie St., is one sign that the Archdiocese of
Monday, December 18, 2023White Truffle Season Has Arrived
by John Kessler / Chicago Magazine / December 13, 2023 A new restaurant in North Center is the best place to enjoy them right now. This week I want to tell you about the best place to eat white truffles right now (spoiler alert: Il Milanese Ristorante), but first let’s talk truffles. Several months ago, after shopping at Fresh Market Place in Bucktown, I came across a shopping cart filled with bags of truffle potato chips set up by the exit. “Free” said a sign stuck in the cart. Just get these out of
Monday, December 18, 2023Memories are on the menu at Luella's Southern Kitchen in Lincoln Square
by David Manilow and Crain's Staff / Crain's Chicago Business / December 18, 2023Every week on The Dining Table podcast, host David Manilow shares his own experiences from some of Chicago's best places to eat, drink and shop. Crain's reporters bring expert insight into all aspects of the city's restaurant and food scene. And we welcome chefs, culinary experts, cookbook authors, bartenders, business owners and more to discover what makes them tick. Here's what you'll find in the latest episode: Southern
Monday, December 11, 2023Weekend Break: Timeless Toys in Lincoln Square
by Marcus Leshock / WGN-Weekend Break / December 10, 2023 Marcus Leshock joins us with Weekend Break at Timeless Toys in Lincoln Square. Watch HERE
Monday, December 11, 2023Pastries for a purpose: 4 Chicagoland bakeries and cafes supporting the disabled community
by Nicole Schnitzler / Chicago Tribune / December 4, 2023 When her physically and intellectually disabled son William was aging out of his high school vocational training program, Joan Hallagan was concerned about his future — and that of his community. “At 22 years old, these young adults are on their own,” she said. According to a 2022 Bureau of Labor Statistics figure, approximately 21% of disabled people are employed. Compelled to help, she and her sister Cathy Maassen opened Will’s Place, a
Wednesday, December 06, 2023Black Ensemble Theater’s ‘The Other Cinderella’ Celebrates 47 Years Of The Updated Fairy Tale
by Caroline Siede / Block Club Chicago / December 4, 2023 Chicago theater legend Jackie Taylor brings her beloved musical comedy back home for the holidays. UPTOWN – Before the Christkindlmarket took over Daley Plaza, the Goodman staged “A Christmas Carol” or the Joffrey put on “The Nutcracker,” another beloved Chicago holiday tradition was born on the North Side of the city: “The Other Cinderella,” an original family-friendly musical celebrating its 47th anniversary this year at the Black Ensemble
Tuesday, December 05, 2023Your Guide To Chicago’s Holiday Performances: Plays, Concerts, Improv Shows And More
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / December 1, 2023 Usher in the holidays with arts performances across the city, from Irish and Mexican Christmas concerts to holiday film screenings and musicals galore. CHICAGO — Looking to get into the holiday spirit? We’ve got you covered. It’s not too late to plan a plethora of cultural outings this year! Chicagoans can attend the beloved Joffrey Ballet’s “The Nutcracker,” enjoy Christmas jams with a mariachi band, watch a musical about saving Hanukkah, honor
Monday, December 04, 2023Lincoln Square, Ravenswood local businesses offer unique holiday gifts
by Fox-32-Chicago / November 26, 2023 Studies show that about 68 cents of every dollar spent at a local business is reinvested in your community. Lincoln Square and Ravenswood offer plenty of stores to shop small this holiday season. Watch HERE
Monday, December 04, 2023Weekend Break: Lincoln Square Small Business Saturday
by Courtney Spinelli / WGN-Chicago / November 25, 2023CHICAGO — On this edition of Weekend Break, WGN’s Courtney Spinelli takes you to the Lincoln Square neighborhood to survey some of the local shops and discover what Small Business Saturday is all about! Watch HERE
Monday, December 04, 2023Small Business Saturday brings out big crowds in Lincoln Square
by Nate Rodgers / Fox-32 Chicago / November 25, 2023With Christmas decorations now shining bright, thousands entered stores along Lincoln Avenue for Small Business Saturday. Watch HERE
Monday, December 04, 2023Farm Bar Ravenswood Opens Tuesday Night
by Joanna Hou / Block Club Chicago / November 30, 2023 The second location of the farm-to-table restaurant offers modern twists on Midwestern fare using ingredients from owner TJ Callahan’s Wisconsin farm. RAVENSWOOD — Farm Bar Ravenswood opens 4 p.m. Tuesday in the former Land & Lake space. The restaurant, 1970 W. Montrose Ave., comes from the owners of the popular Farm Bar Lakeview, TJ Callahan and Ferdia Doherty. It offers a Midwestern-themed menu — with selections like Wisconsin cheese curds and
Friday, December 01, 2023Local business empowers women one item at a time
As you're out shopping for holiday gifts, it's always nice if you can make that first stop a local one. A shop in Ravenswood is filled with some of the most unique gifts and art because it's all original work by female artists. Read More Here...
Wednesday, November 29, 2023American Blues Theater opens permanent location on North Side near Lincoln Square
After nearly 40 years of not having a venue to call their own, the American Blues Theater Company officially opened its permanent home on the North Side. "It's a dream come true. It means everything to us," said Executive Artistic Director Wendy Whiteside. "It means the world to artists and also our staff, just having the stability to be able to perform our art." Read More Here...
Wednesday, November 29, 2023How Can the Western Brown Line Stop Be Impoved? Alderman Wants Your Ideas
City officials are asking neighbors for ideas on how to improve the Western Avenue stop on the Brown Line. Ald. Matt Martin (47th) previously helped secure more than $20 million to repair and upgrade the public transit hub in the heart of Lincoln Square. Read More Here...
Wednesday, November 29, 2023Farm Bar Ravenswood Now Open
Farm Bar Ravenswood, from the owners of the popular Farm Bar Lakeview, will open at 4 p.m. Tuesday. The restaurant in the former Land & Lake space, 1970 W. Montrose Ave., offers a Midwestern-themed menu. Read more Here...
Wednesday, November 29, 2023Timeless Toys Talks Best Sellers This Holiday Season
Stumped on what to get the kids for the holidays? Timeless Toys in Lincoln Square joins Good Day Chicago to show you what is hot and what is not. Watch More Here...
Wednesday, November 29, 2023Chicago's Best Restaurants & Bars With Fireplaces
Fireplaces aren’t just for show at Chicago’s restaurants and bars as they get ample use as early as September and as late as May. That’s not pessimism, it’s just reality. And though our friends in warmer states may brag about constant sunny skies, there’s something romantic about cozying up to a real fire with a delicious beverage or person. Read More Here...
Saturday, November 25, 2023Lincoln Square Ravenswood kicks off holiday season by encouraging small business shopping
by ABC-7 Chicago / November 25, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- The businesses of Lincoln Square Ravenswood are kicking things into high gear during the busy holiday season."The holidays are a special time for all, but especially for many of the local small businesses in our community," said Rudy Flores, CEO of Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce. "These last few months of the year are a push to the finish line for strong business results and connecting with the local community." The shops and
Saturday, November 25, 2023Café Selmarie prepares to shut its doors in 2024, after 40 years in business
by ABC-7 Chicago / November 25, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- After 40 years, Café Selmarie, a beloved restaurant and bakery in the Lincoln Square neighborhood, plans to close in early 2024. Owner Birgit Kobayashi will be retiring. The café was founded by Kobayashi and Jeanne Uzdawinis, who met as neighbors on Giddings Street. In September 1983 they created Café Selmarie just down the street from where they lived with their families. They started out in a tiny storefront with a handful of tables serving
Friday, November 24, 2023Chicago’s small-business owners have their day amid the holiday hoopla
by David Roeder / Chicago Sun Times / November 24, 2023 Big-box chains still draw the crowds, but many shoppers prefer to support local merchants. They’re getting a push from Chicago-area festivities planned for Small Business Saturday. On your mark … get set … shop! But wait a minute — haven’t we been holiday shopping for some time? Black Friday used to be an eagerly awaited day for some, but now retailers have been pushing Black Friday deals since before Halloween. The post-Thanksgiving spending
Friday, November 17, 2023Chicago's Best New Restaurants Of 2023
by The Infatuation staff / The Infatuation / November 15, 2023Twitter changed its name, but the most important rebranding of 2023 was happening all over Chicago’s restaurant scene. Existing spots moved into bigger and better spaces. Pop-ups found forever homes. Food stall favorites said goodbye to their food court roommates and embarked on solo journeys.Complete newcomers also had a good year—like a Venezuelan restaurant very invested in how leftovers are reheated, or a late-night spot with a penchant for
Thursday, November 16, 2023British Invasion
by Amy Cavanaugh / Chicago Magazine / November 16, 2023A new crop of pubs, including Monarch & Lion, are elevating the genre with fancy pot pies, tea cocktails, and an epic sticky toffee pudding.Three New Takes on the Classic British PubThe Green Post4749 N. Rockwell St., Lincoln SquareWho's behind it: The owners of the Northman and Bar on Buena, who know neighborhood pubs Read more HERE
Tuesday, November 14, 2023Historic Café Selmarie Closing After 40 Years In Lincoln Square
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / November 14, 2023The beloved and historic Cafe Selmarie will be closing after four decades in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. Here in our Studio 41 Kitchen to share one of the desserts that helped start Cafe Selmarie is Owner Birgit Kobayashi. Watch HERE
Monday, November 13, 2023Lincoln Square Church Shelters Migrant Families: ‘We Had the Space, We Saw the Need’
by Paris Schutz / WTTW News, Latino Voices / November 9, 2023 There are still more than 3,000 migrants living in or around Chicago’s police stations and airports. As the city struggles with how to find temporary shelter for everyone, Mayor Brandon Johnson has called on places of worship to assist. A small church on the city’s North Side has answered that call, not only providing shelter but also following the age-old saying: “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you
Monday, November 13, 2023The Finalists for Chicago's Local Food Awards Have Been Announced
by Daniel Hautzinger / WTTW Chicago / November 13, 2023 While the James Beard Awards and Michelin Guide get all the attention in the food world, there are some homegrown awards that sometimes recognize talent in Chicago that's overlooked by the big national or international awards. The Jean Banchet Awards, named after the chef of the legendary Le Francais in the suburb of Wheeling, which helped cement Chicago's status as an exceptional dining city, have announced their finalists. The winners will be
Thursday, November 09, 2023From Dreamer to Doer: A New Entrepreneur's Toolkit for Overcoming Hurdles
Starting a new business is exciting, but it’s also scary. The fear of the unknown can be overwhelming, and the road to entrepreneurship is filled with challenges. However, with the right mindset, thorough preparation, and a steadfast determination, you can overcome these hurdles and turn your dream into reality. In this article, we'll share some practical tips to help you conquer your fears, navigate through your uncertainties, and embark on your entrepreneurial journey.Educate Yourself Knowledge is
Thursday, November 09, 2023Kelly Cervantes, wife of 'Hamilton' star, starting book tour in Chicago
by ABC-7 Chicago Digital Team / ABC-7 / November 9, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- Grief is an experience that is shared by all at some point in life, and one mom is sharing how she found relief through writing.While Miguel Cervantes was starring as Alexander Hamilton in Chicago, Kelly Cervantes was caring for their baby girl, Adelaide, who was battling a severe form of epilepsy.Adelaide died in 2019, just shy of her 4th birthday. Kelly wrote about this chapter in her life and the years that followed in her new
Thursday, November 09, 202330 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Handmade Market, Jazz Festival, Pilsen Gourmet, A Diwali Celebration and More
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / November 9, 2023CHICAGO — The days may be getting shorter, but these roundups aren’t. This weekend, you can get in some holiday shopping at local vendor markets, enjoy a pup crawl to raise money for a Wicker Park dog park, learn about Native American history and spend your Saturday on the Godfrey rooftop for Wine Fest. Here's a roundup of 30 things to do in Chicago this weekend:Lycée French Market 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Read more HERE
Wednesday, November 08, 2023These Are Chicago’s Michelin-Starred Restaurants, 2023
by Alma Avalle / Bon Appétit / November 7, 2023The Michelin Guide announced on Tuesday, November 7, which restaurants in Chicago received coveted Michelin stars this year. The awards were doled out at a shared ceremony in New York City for restaurants from Chicago, New York, and Washington D.C. The New American restaurant Smyth received its third Michelin star, six years after receiving its second in 2017. It joins Alinea as the only other restaurant in the city to receive Michelin’s highest star
Wednesday, November 08, 202310 Chicago Neighborhoods That Every Traveler Should Experience
by Kristine Hansen / Fodor's Travel / November 8, 2023 An insider’s guide to Chicago's diverse cultural scene. Like any large city, Chicago is a diverse one, with immigrants having settled in neighborhoods that, even decades later, share their culture with pride. Step into these parts of Chicago to enjoy a meal (it’s easy to create your own food crawl), an afternoon of shopping, a walking tour, museum visits, or peruse boutiques selling imported wares. Nearly all of these neighborhoods also host an
Monday, November 06, 2023Farm Bar Opening New Location in Ravenswood on November 15
by Chicago Food Magazine / November 1, 2023 Farmheads Hospitality, home to Farm Bar Lakeview, announced the expansion of their Farm Bar concept with a second location coming to the Ravenswood neighborhood on November 15. Located in the former Fountain Head restaurant space at 1970 W Montrose Ave, Farm Bar Ravenswood will bring Midwestern fare, with a menu of fresh salads and handhelds, craft cocktails, and a wine list. Under the helm of Executive Chef David Wakefield, chef at both Lakeview and
Monday, November 06, 2023Atelier Review
by John Ringor / The Infatutuation / November 2, 2023Atelier in Lincoln Square definitely checks the fine dining boxes. This New American restaurant serves a $165 ($190 on weekends) 10-course tasting menu full of pretty dishes that graduated from Tweezer University. But while some fine dining spots feel uptight and pretentious, Atelier radiates the genuine warmth of a no-B.S. smile throughout the entirety of its delicious two-hour dinner. This spot should be uncomfortable. In the wrong hands, the tiny,
Monday, November 06, 20235 Chicago restaurants added to Michelin's Bib Gourmand list
by NBC-5 Chicago / November 2, 2023 Five Chicago restaurants now have a new title to claim: they're officially Bib Gourmand restaurants. The Michelin Guide announced Wednesday that it was adding 18 new U.S. restaurants to the coveted list, which designates eateries that "offer a meal of good quality at a good value," unlike their pricier Michelin Star counterparts. Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. were the only cities to see new restaurants added to the list, the company said. “We are thrilled to
Monday, November 06, 2023Find 500 Of Chicago’s Secret Places In New Guidebook
by Aimee Levitt / Block Club Chicago / November 3, 2023 Lauren Viera’s book takes readers to a hidden garden in Humboldt Park, a Chicago Fire relic in Lincoln Park and other spots geared toward locals — or tourists looking to go off the beaten path. CHICAGO — Part of being a Chicagoan is hoarding secret spaces to show off to visitors and locals to prove how well you know the city. This is also the guiding spirit of Lauren Viera’s new book, “The 500 Hidden Secrets of Chicago.” “I definitely wrote it
Wednesday, November 01, 20232023 Chicago MICHELIN Bib Gourmands
by Michelin Guide editors / November 1, 20232023 Chicago MICHELIN Bib Gourmands Chicago is a food town. Whether it's deep-dish pizza, Italian beef sandwiches, or tamales, Chi-town is serious about their grub. That's why when our Inspectors headed to the Windy City this year for this year's Chicago selection, we couldn't wait to share their new additions to the Bib Gourmands. If you've forgotten what the Bib Gourmand distinction means, it offers good food at incredible value. And for this latest group,
Monday, October 30, 2023Farm Bar Taking Over Former Land & Lake In Ravenswood
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / October 30, 2023 The farm-to-table restaurant will open Nov. 15 with a menu similar to its Lakeview location, featuring ingredients from co-owner TJ Callahan’s Wisconsin farm. RAVENSWOOD — The owner of a popular Lakeview farm-to-table restaurant is opening a second location in Ravenswood next month. Farmheads Hospitality has taken over the former home of Land & Lake Ravenswood, 1970 W. Montrose Ave., with plans to reopen it as Farm Bar Ravenswood on Nov.
Friday, October 27, 2023Chicago gelato shop features more than just cold treats with 'sideshow' acts
by Jordan Arseneau / ABC-7 Chicago / October 27, 2023 CHICAGO -- On any given weekend at Sideshow Gelato, customers can encounter sword-swallowers, fire-eaters, magicians, and other colorful performers on stages alongside artisan-crafted cool treats.Jay Bliznick, self-proclaimed "Impresario & Thaumaturge of Gelid Confectioneries" at the carnival-themed shop in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood, said the sideshow acts can change as frequently as the flavors of gelato. "Sideshow Gelato is my little
Monday, October 23, 2023The Best Pizza in Town
by Amy Cavanaugh, John Kessler, and Titus Ruscitti / Chicago Magazine / October 17, 2023Homegrown styles have evolved thanks to a new crop of chefs putting their twist on pan, deep dish, and tavern. Here are our 25 favorite pizza joints, ranked. That the place settings here include silverware in addition to a pizza wheel is a tacit suggestion: While you can cut your pizza into slices and eat it with your hands like an American, why not try it the Italian way — with a knife and fork? Cut inward, starting
Wednesday, October 18, 2023Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Tuesday, October 17, 2023Bistro Campagne: A True French Bistro & Lincoln Square Staple
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / October 17, 2023 Bistro Campagne has been a staple in the Lincoln Square neighborhood for over 20 years. Joining us now with a taste of their craft cocktails is general manager Alex Uribe. 4518 N. Lincoln Ave Watch HERE
Tuesday, October 17, 2023How To Make Luella’s Southern Kitchen Fried Apple Pie
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / October 17, 2023 We are kicking off this Lincoln Square neighborhood special with some authentic southern cuisine from Luella’s Southern Kitchen. chef and owner Darnell Reed joins us now in our studio 41 kitchen with more. 4609 N. Lincoln Ave Watch HERE
Tuesday, October 17, 2023Merz Apothecary: A Mecca For Unique and Natural Products
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / October 17, 2023 Merz Apothecary has been named one of the best beauty shops in the world by New York Times style magazine. It serves as a mecca for people worldwide who are seeking out unique and natural products. Joining us now with more is senior store manager dana jasper. 4716 N. Lincoln Ave Watch HERE
Tuesday, October 17, 2023Planet Access: Boutique Benefiting Programs for Individuals With Disabilities
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / October 17, 2023 Planet access is a social enterprise boutique where all purchases benefit programs for individuals living with disabilities in Chicagoland. joining us now with more on their work is Cory Gumm and Grace Lipscomb. 4727 N. Lincoln Ave Watch HERE
Tuesday, October 17, 2023Gateway to Learning: Creating jobs for people with learning and developmental disabilities
by Amy Rutledge and Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / October 17, 2023Local non-profit gateway to learning is supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them find ways to become active in their community. Joining us now with the details on the program is senior director of operations John Ratzenberger and participant Andrew Mazzanti. Watch HERE
Monday, October 16, 2023Here’s What To See In Lincoln Square, North Center And Ravenswood During Open House Chicago 2023
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / October 12, 2023LINCOLN SQUARE — Open House Chicago returns this weekend to showcase unique and intriguing buildings in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood.The Chicago Architecture Center’s annual event is Saturday and Sunday, featuring more than 170 locations in more than 20 neighborhoods.Entry is free unless otherwise noted. Check the individual site listings below for more information, including hours of operation.Here are the sites you can tour: Read more HERE
Monday, October 16, 2023After 50 years operating out of a church basement, Common Food Pantry finds home in Ravenswood
by Jamaica Ponder / CBS-2 Chicago / October 16, 2023 CHICAGO (CBS)-- After over 50 years of operating out of a church basement, the city's longest-running food pantry finally has its own home in Ravenswood. Residents who do their grocery shopping at Common Pantry, don't need to worry about bringing any change. They just grab a cart, a number and whatever their family needs. Common Pantry, is the oldest continuously operating food pantry in the city of Chicago Margaret O'Connor is at the helm of
Monday, October 16, 2023Oktoberfestiversary returns to Ravenswood Corridor this weekend
by Fox-32 Chicago / October 6, 2023Local breweries Dovetail and Begyle are celebrating their annual Oktoberfestiversary. Eateries like Bad Johnny's wood-fired pizza will be there Saturday. The event will raise money to donate millions of meals to The Friendship Center. Head down to the Ravenswood Corridor for live entertainment, beer, food and general merriment. Read more HERE
Monday, October 16, 2023New Chicago Michelin guide restaurants include spots in Lincoln Square, Chinatown and more
by NBC Chicago staff / October 13, 2023 There's no shortage of great restaurants in Chicago -- but only some of them have landed on the Chicago Michelin guide.For 2023, eight new restaurants have been added by the publication, which recommends restaurants of a variety of cuisines that represent the freshest flavors of the city. The full guide, now recommending 166 restaurants in Chicago, can be found here. Here's a look at the eight restaurants that are new to the 2023 Chicago guide: Read more HERE
Thursday, October 05, 2023Chicago chef Christian Hunter designs unique dining experiences at Atelier
by Jamaica Ponder / CBS-2 Chicago / October 4, 2023 CHICAGO (CBS) -- Fine dining has made its way back to Lincoln Square. What was once a Michelin-starred restaurant, has been given a new breath of life and a new chef to go along with it. CBS 2's Jamaica Ponder sits down with the James Beard nominated Christian Hunter in his new restaurant, Atelier. The outside of Atelier is unsuspecting - and so is the executive chef, Christian Hunter. "Some people expect just southern food or maybe just midwestern
Thursday, October 05, 2023An Indoor Dog Park With A Bar Proposed In North Center
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / October 4, 2023 NORTH CENTER — A new North Center bar will be the first of its kind in the area, allowing customers to enjoy a pint or two with friends while their dogs play and socialize with other neighborhood pups. Couple Morgan LaPorte and Scott Deady are still working through the liquor license process, but once The B-A-R opens at 2457 W. Montrose Ave. it’ll serve as an indoor dog park where customers and their dogs can hang out year-round, they said. The
Tuesday, October 03, 2023Voting Is Open In Lincoln Square’s Scarecrow Showdown
by Aviva Bechky / Block Club Chicago / September 29, 2023LINCOLN SQUARE — Voting is now open to crown the winners of Lincoln Square’s Scarecrow Showdown.Propped up on straw bales outside of businesses and homes on Lincoln Avenue between Lawrence and Sunnyside avenues, the 46 competitors come in many shapes and colors. One scarecrow has a cat head. Another shows off its NASA uniform. A third brandishes a sword and shield.Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is hosting the competition as part of
Tuesday, October 03, 2023Lincoln Square Ravenswood's 36th annual 'Apple Fest' ushers in autumn
by ABC-7 Chicago / October 1, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- Each year, the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce ushers in the fall season with the annual Apple Fest! Back for a 36th year, the festivities take place on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Apple Fest is a long-standing tradition in Lincoln Square, bringing community together to celebrate the beginning of autumn. This year, the festival will stretch even further on Lincoln Avenue, from Lawrence all the way to Sunnyside! Over 80
Tuesday, October 03, 2023Chicago breweries Dovetail, Begyle host Oktoberfestiversary raising funds for local food pantry
by ABC-7 Digital Team / September 30, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- Dovetail Brewery and Begyle Brewing will host their 8th annual Oktoberfestiversary, an event for all ages with special beers, live music, food trucks, pop-ups and kids activities happening throughout the weekend, starting Oct. 7. You will have the opportunity to taste more than two dozen beers as Begyle's 11th anniversary. A $5 donation at the gate is suggested. Your gift will help the festival reach two million meals donated to The Friendship
Tuesday, October 03, 2023Apple Fest on Chicago's North Side ends Sunday
by Jeramie Bizzle / CBS-2 Chicago / October 1, 2023 CHICAGO (CBS) -- Apple Fest in Lincoln Square is in full bloom.Now in its 36th year, the fest now has 80 vendors who are offering all sorts of apple treats.Apple lovers can eat, shop, and make their way along Lincoln Avenue from Lawrence to Sunnyside.Sunday is the last day to check it all out from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m.Money raised supports community and beautification projects in Lincoln Square-Ravenswood. Watch HERE
Tuesday, October 03, 2023The Korean hot dog stand with the not-so-Korean name
by Dennis Lee / The Party Cut / September 25, 2023 Just a heads up, Davida and I are taking a week-long vacation next week with my family down to Florida, so no newsletter next Monday. This is going to be interesting, because I’ve never been on a proper Florida trip; we’ll be staying near Orlando. And yes, a few days at Walt Disney World are on the agenda, since we’ll be traveling with my niece, and no, at 42 years of age, I have never been. I’m not sure I’m mentally prepared for this. But if you have
Saturday, September 30, 2023Lincoln Square Apple Fest celebrates 36th year
The Lincoln Square Apple Fest started in a small plaza in the heart of the North Side neighborhood 36 years ago. Now, the fest takes up almost half a mile of Lincoln Avenue from Lawrence to Sunnyside. They'll have all things apple Saturday and Sunday this weekend. Watch HERE
Friday, September 29, 2023Festival Friday with Roz Varon
Wednesday, September 27, 2023Chicago's BienMeSabe is 'heaven' for Venezuelan MLB stars
by Jayme Nicholas & Jordan Arseneau / ABC-7 Chicago / September 25, 2023 CHICAGO -- If you're a Venezuelan Major League baseball player yearning for home cooking, where would you go? BienMeSabe. If you are a Chicagoan wanting to sample some the city's best ethnic food, what restaurant might you visit? BienMeSabe. BienMeSabe brings authentic Venezuelan dishes to Chicagoans and to many of those no longer living in their native country. Venezuelan Chicago White Sox 2nd baseman Elvis Andrus can always
Monday, September 25, 2023Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest
by Amy Rutledge & Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / September 25, 2023 In its 36th year, the Lincoln square Ravenswood apple fest is expanding. This year fest goers will be able to eat, shop and taste their way from Lawrence Avenue all the way to Sunnyside. Here in our Studio41 Kitchen with a preview of all the apple goodness is Lisa Counts – Owner of The Chopping Block. Read more and Watch HERE
Monday, September 25, 2023Take a bite out of Lincoln Square's Apple Fest this weekend
by Fox-32 Chicago / September 25, 2023 Rudy Flores, CEO of the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, previews Apple Fest this weekend, featuring vendors, activities for kids and, of course, all things apples. Watch HERE
Sunday, September 24, 2023Apple Fest returns to Lincoln Square 2023
by Gaynor Hall and Andrew Smith / WGN Weekend Morning News / September 24, 2023 CHICAGO — Apple Fest is a long-standing tradition in Lincoln Squareand brings the community together to celebrate the beginning of autumn. Next weekend, the festival will welcome more than 80 vendors selling apples, apple pie, hard apple cider, candy apples and more. Watch HERE
Sunday, September 24, 2023Get Free Tickets To See Penn And Teller At Lincoln Square’s Sideshow Gelato Next Month
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / September 22, 2023 Tickets are free but limited. Fans of the magician duo will have their best bet at securing a pair during this weekend's performances, Sideshow Gelato's owner said. LINCOLN SQUARE — Penn and Teller will drop by Lincoln Square’s Sideshow Gelato ahead of their show at the Chicago Theatre next month — and neighbors can score free tickets this weekend. Sideshow Gelato, 4819 N. Western Ave., will host the magician duo for a free appearance 7
Sunday, September 24, 2023Chicago-based pizzeria ranked among the best in the world
by Kim Jao / NBC-5 Chicago / September 21, 2023 A Chicago pizzeria was just listed among the world’s best in a ranking fresh out of the oven. A list from 50 Top Pizza recently dubbed the 100 best pizzerias in the world, with a North Side spot making the cut. Spacca Napoli Pizzeria is a Ravenswood-based pizzeria that serves thin crust Neapolitan-style pies. Ranking at No. 93, the pizzeria sits among popular pie joints around the world. The list features restaurants in cities like Naples, Barcelona and
Wednesday, September 20, 2023A Chef’s Workshop
by Amy Cavanaugh / Chicago Magazine / September 19, 2023 When the 2023 James Beard Award finalists were announced in March, among the Chicago chefs and restaurateurs garnering nominations was a newcomer to the city: Christian Hunter, a finalist for best chef in the Northeast region for his work at Community Table in the rural village of New Preston, Connecticut. He had arrived in Chicago a month earlier to open Atelier, a tasting-menu restaurant in Lincoln Square. “I was looking for more of a
Tuesday, September 19, 2023El Xangarrito, Popular Mexican Restaurant In Lincoln Square, Is Closing
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / September 14, 2023Husband-and-wife owners Rogelio and Erika Benitez made the surprise announcement that the restaurant will close at the end of the month, but hinted at a “big project in the future." LINCOLN SQUARE — The couple behind a popular Mexican restaurant in Lincoln Square are closing the business at the end of the month. Husband-and-wife owners Rogelio and Erika Benitez opened El Xangarrito, 4811 N. Rockwell St., in November 2020. The couple announced
Tuesday, September 19, 2023Popular Lincoln Square restaurant announces plans to close after 40 years
by NBC-5 Chicago / September 14, 2023 A popular restaurant on Chicago's North Side has announced plans to closed its beloved café after 40 years in business. Café Selmarie, a staple in the Lincoln Square neighborhood, known for its bakery and restaurant, revealed that it will close in early 2024, just after the establishment celebrated its 40th anniversary this month.The restaurant's owner and co-founder, Birgit Kobayashi, will retire as the restaurant closes. “Since my business partner Jeanne passed
Tuesday, September 19, 2023Lincoln Square Arts District Getting Upgraded Sidewalks, Crosswalks
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / September 15, 2023The latest round of beautification for along Lincoln Avenue kicks off Friday and is expected to continue through 2024.LINCOLN SQUARE — Crews will begin construction on street upgrades for pedestrians and bicyclists along Lincoln Square’s northern commercial corridor this week. Construction will take place on the stretch of Lincoln Avenue between Western and Catalpa avenues, said Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th).A groundbreaking is planned for 2 p.m.
Tuesday, September 19, 2023CDOT, 40th Ward Alderperson Vasquez Break Ground on North Lincoln Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project
City of Chicago / September 15, 2023CHICAGO – The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), 40th Ward Alderperson Andre Vasquez, and the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (LSRCC) today broke ground on a major streetscape project that will create a safer, more walkable North Lincoln Avenue that enhances public space and supports economic development. The project, which spans Lincoln Avenue between Western Avenue and Catalpa Avenue, includes wider sidewalks, protected bike lanes, a public
Wednesday, September 13, 2023Café Selmarie Celebrates Its 40th Year in Lincoln Square, Plans to Close in early 2024
CHICAGO, IL (Sept. 13, 2023) – Café Selmarie, a beloved restaurant and bakery in the Lincoln Square neighborhood that is celebrating its 40th anniversary this month, announced plans to close in early 2024. Owner Birgit Kobayashi will be retiring. The café was founded by Birgit Kobayashi and Jeanne Uzdawinis, who met as neighbors on Giddings Street. In September 1983 they created Café Selmarie just down the street from where they lived with their families. They started out in a tiny storefront with a
Wednesday, September 13, 2023Café Selmarie Closing After 4 Decades In Lincoln Square
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / September 13, 2023The owner plans to retire and close the restaurant early next year. The Café Selmarie name and recipes will not be sold.LINCOLN SQUARE — Café Selmarie is closing after four decades in Lincoln Square.Owner Birgit Kobayashi announced Wednesday she plans to retire and is closing the restaurant, 4729 N. Lincoln Ave., in early 2024.Kobayashi said in a statement she is “ready for that new chapter in our lives.” “After cooking and baking for decades,
Wednesday, September 13, 2023Meet the Chicagoan Attempting to Eat Food from Nearly Every Country in the World Without Leaving the City
by Meredith Francis / WTTW Chicago / September 13, 2023 Cam Brenson begins his popular TikTok videos with some variation of this phrase: “I am eating the food of every country in the world all near Chicago.” It’s a fairly simple phrase, and a pretty big goal. The United Nations recognizes 193 sovereign states, plus two observer states in Vatican City and Palestine, and two non-member states in the Cook Islands and Niue. That means Brenson is aiming to taste the cuisine of 197 countries in Chicago. Not
Monday, September 11, 2023Alderman Launches Migrant Data Portal, Improving Transparency On Care For New Arrivals
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / September 8, 2023The new website will provide weekly updates on the number of migrants in the city, new arrivals and other related data to the public.LINCOLN SQUARE — The chair of the City Council’s Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights has launched a data portal to provide updates on efforts to help asylum seekers living in and continuing to arrive to Chicago. Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th) announced the new website, WelcometoChicago.org, on Friday.The website
Monday, September 11, 2023Ravenswood’s Bethany Methodist Will Become Affordable Housing For Seniors
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / September 8, 2023Thorek Memorial Hospital will renovate the existing retirement home attached to Bethany Hospital into 150 apartments for senior citizens subsidized by state Medicare funding.RAVENSWOOD — Thorek Memorial Hospital will convert a portion of a Ravenswood hospital and retirement community complex into renovated affordable housing for seniors, according to the local alderman.Thorek bought Bethany Methodist Hospital, 5025 N. Paulina St., and the
Monday, September 11, 2023Jewel Tones Bring A Parisian-Inspired Chicago Condo To Life
by Mikki Brammer / Luxe Chicago Interiors + Design / August 28, 2023 From contemporary floor plans to fresh materials, there are undoubtedly many positives to new-build condos, but sometimes they can feel a little impersonal. Though that wasn’t exactly the case with the Lakeview duplex that Bryan Anderson and Allen Gustin purchased—their affinity for all things French drew them to its herringbone floors and boiserie—the couple wanted to further tailor the space to suit their tastes. At first they
Thursday, September 07, 2023Art Galleries Find Home In Former House Of Wah Sun In North Center
by Rashad Alexander / Block Club Chicago / September 6, 2023 VibrantCast, an art collective founded by couple Steve and Elva Arend, showcases the work of local artists across two galleries in the Lincoln Avenue strip mall.NORTH CENTER — When Chinese restaurant House of Wah Sun left its longtime home at 4313 N. Lincoln Ave. to move to Irving Park, neighbors wondered what would become of the small strip mall near Lincoln and Cullom avenues.They can stop wondering: A new art gallery with an emphasis on
Wednesday, September 06, 2023Chicago Brew Pass Encourages Patrons To Drink Local Beer And Get Free Stuff
by Bobby Reed / Block Club Chicago / September 6, 2023 The new Choose Chicago program awards points (and prizes) to hopheads who visit two dozen area brewpubs. CHICAGO — Free swag for sipping craft beer? Sign us up! Chicago Brew Pass is a new, free, web-based program that encourages residents and tourists to visit local breweries. Choose Chicago, the city’s official sales and marketing organization, devised the program, which is the first-ever digital pass of its kind in the city. Patrons 21 and over
Wednesday, September 06, 2023Lincoln Square’s Book Cellar Represents Illinois In Great American Novel Documentary
by Kayleigh Padar / Block Club Chicago / September 6, 2023 “Books Across America" features 50 famous authors about why they write and what makes a great novel. During his stop in Chicago, filmmaker Mason Engel interviewed author Veronica Roth at The Book Cellar. LINCOLN SQUARE — Lincoln Square’s The Book Cellar represented Illinois in a documentary where a filmmaker read 50 books while traveling to 50 states in 50 days, exploring the country’s literary history and the concept of the “Great American
Thursday, August 31, 2023Ravenswood Senior Center Neighbors Are Stars Of New Mural
by Rashad Alexander / Block Club Chicago / August 30, 2023The mural by Christophe Gausparro and Jeff Zimmermann aims to draw attention to the senior center and honor those who use the building. RAVENSWOOD — When people walk near Lawrence and Damen avenues, neighbors may spy the CVS on the northwest corner or Budacki’s restaurant across the intersection. But right nearby is the Northeast Levy Senior Center, 2019 W. Lawrence Ave., which officially is getting a new makeover to honor those who occupy the
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Tuesday, August 29, 202316 Chicago Food Events to Savor this September
by Meredith Francis / WTTW-Chicago / August 29, 2023 Kids may be back in school, but there is still plenty of summer fun to be had with a wide variety of food events in Chicago and the suburbs this September. Oktoberfests, apple festivals, and a popular Polish festival are all back. Be sure to double-check the event pages for times, locations, and admission information.Apple Fest Lincoln SquareSaturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 | Lincoln Square, N. Lincoln Ave. & W. Leland Ave. This popular annual
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Sunday, August 27, 2023Plenty of time left to play this summer with Timeless Toys in Lincoln Square
by Fox-32 Chicago / August 26, 2023 Timeless Toys has the jackpot of summer toys. The warm weather hasn't called it quits yet, so there is plenty of time to get outside and enjoy it with Timeless Toys. The shop in Lincoln Square has something for everyone. Watch HERE
Sunday, August 27, 2023Beat The Heat At These 4 New Boba Spots Near Lincoln Square
by Alex V Hernanadez / Block Club Chicago / August 25, 2023 There’s no shortage of North Side cafes specializing in the popular Taiwanese beverage. Here are four new ones to check out. LINCOLN SQUARE — New cafes serving bubble tea have been popping up in Lincoln Square, North Park, North Center and Albany Park. The refreshing treat starts with a milk or fruit tea base, then can be customized a variety of ways, including add-ons like chewy tapioca pearls (boba), aloe vera, popping pearls or red bean.
Tuesday, August 22, 2023Souvenirs Even Locals Will Love
by Tara Gardner / Chicago Magazine / August 18, 2023 How do you say “I heart Chicago” without a tacky tee or snow globe? Put your city pride on display in a cool way with these local keepsakes. Keep your love for the city on track with a colorful 8-by-10-inch wall map of the L in the beating heart of the city. $25. Midwest Nice, 4619 N. Lincoln Ave., midwestnice.com Read more HERE
Tuesday, August 22, 2023Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber Needs Volunteers To Help Track How People Park In Neighborhood
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / August 22, 2023The data collected this week and during the holidays will serve as a framework for developers pitching projects for the busy commercial corridor, organizers said. LINCOLN SQUARE — The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is looking for “urban planning nerds” to help collect data on how people use parking in and around the Lincoln Avenue commercial corridor. The chamber is working with association management agency Big Buzz Idea Group to
Monday, August 21, 2023Lincoln Square Farmers Market connects residents with local vendors
by WGN Morning News / WGN-9 Chicago / August 19, 2023 Jeff Tabels of the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce joined Sean Lewis on the WGN Weekend Morning News on August 19 to talk about the event that takes place Tuesday and Thursday in Lincoln Square. Watch HERE
Thursday, August 10, 202310 Years In, Neighborhood Gem Gather Continues to Live Up to its Name
by Ari Bendersky / Resy Chicago / August 1, 2023Chicago is a city built on neighborhood restaurants. Ten years after owner David Breo chose an intimate space on Lincoln Avenue to open his first restaurant, Gather continues to draw crowds, from Lincoln Square and beyond. What accounts for its staying power? Gather quickly caught on due to its quality service (Breo held management roles at NoMI and Spiaggia) and comfort food fare that gently pushed the envelope. That was courtesy of chef Ken Carter, who
Monday, August 07, 2023National Farmers Market Week: Fruits, cheeses and more at your local market
by Fox-32 / August 6, 2023 / Fox-32 Chicago Whether you are in the city or the suburbs, there are plenty of farmers markets available to explore! Lincoln Square Farmers Market Manager, Jeff Tabels, shares the importance of shopping your local farmers markets. Watch HERE
Sunday, August 06, 2023Bad News, Lincoln Square: Lawrence Avenue Construction Will Continue Into 2024
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / August 4, 2023 The aim of the $11.8 million project is to increase pedestrian and bicyclist safety along Lawrence Avenue, city officials said. LINCOLN SQUARE — Bad news: The nightmarish construction on Lawrence Avenue is going to be snarling traffic through early next year. The Lawrence Avenue streetscape project runs along Lawrence between Western Avenue and the river. Crews started work on the project last year, and commuters, business owners and neighbors
Thursday, August 03, 2023Lincoln Square’s Leavitt Street Getting Low-Stress Bike Route
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / August 2, 2023The Leavitt Street Greenway will create a continuous connection for bicyclists, from Diversey Parkway near the North Branch of the Chicago River up to Rosehill Cemetery. LINCOLN SQUARE — A stretch of North Leavitt Street on the North Side already popular with cyclists is getting additional improvements to calm traffic and make the route even more bike-friendly.The Leavitt Street Greenway will create a continuous, low-stress bicycle connection
Wednesday, August 02, 2023Boost Your Business Growth with These Essential Steps
Are you looking for ways to expand your business and take it to the next level? Now is the perfect time to secure your company with a few small changes. With recent advances in online software and tools, it has never been easier to begin refreshing your marketing strategy, diversify products and services, and expand into new markets. If you’re ready to start growing your business, read on for some essential steps from the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce member Adobe.Refresh Your Marketing
Monday, July 31, 20235 Spots for Vegan Milkshakes in Chicago
by VegOut Team / VegOut Magazine / July 25, 2023These milkshakes bring all the vegans to the yard!When it comes to vegan milkshakes, Chicago has options! From classic flavors to innovative concoctions, here are five must-visit spots for creamy, dreamy vegan milkshakes in the Windy City.Vaca’s Creamery Lincoln Square & Wicker Park Known for their Instagram-worthy soft serve, Vaca’s Creamery is a vegan paradise! Their plant-based shakes are blended perfectly and come available in fantastic flavors.
Wednesday, July 26, 202313 New Restaurants And Cafes Near Lincoln Square
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / July 21, 2023 A mix of sit down and fast casual restaurants have opened on the North and Northwest Sides this summer. LINCOLN SQUARE — A crop of new restaurants have opened in Lincoln Square, North Center, Ravenswood, Irving Park and Albany Park.Dine-in restaurants that successfully navigated the pandemic like Garcia’s Restaurant, 4760 N. Lincoln Ave., are being joined by fast-casual options complementing the business corridor, said Rudy Flores, executive
Thursday, July 13, 2023Lincoln Square Motel Set to Become Shelter as Part of New City Strategy to Reduce Homelessness
by Heather Cherone / WTTW News / July 10, 2023 A plan to transform a Lincoln Square motel into a shelter for unhoused Chicagoans suffering from medical, mental health or substance abuse problems as part of an effort to make a pandemic-era program permanent advanced Monday. The Chicago City Council’s Housing and Real Estate Committee unanimously endorsed the plan to spend $2.9 million to purchase the Diplomat Motel, 5230 N. Lincoln Ave., sending the proposal backed by Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th Ward) to
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Thursday, July 13, 2023Once targeted for demolition, Lincoln Square motel slated to be 'stabilization housing'
by Fran Spielman / Fox-32 Chicago / July 11, 2023 CHICAGO - A Lincoln Avenue motel once known as a hot-pillow haven and targeted for demolition will be turned into "stabilization housing" for people with mental health and substance abuse issues, thanks to a plan to combat homelessness that could become a model for all 50 wards. On Monday, the City Council’s Committee on Housing and Real Estate gave Mayor Brandon Johnson the go-ahead to acquire the Diplomat Motel, 5230 N. Lincoln Ave., for $2.9 million
Tuesday, July 11, 2023Square Roots Festival returns to Lincoln Square with food, music and booze
by Anthony Ponce / Fox-32 Chicago / July 7, 2023 CHICAGO - The annual Square Roots Festival is taking over Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Wilson this weekend, all benefiting the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce and the Old Town School of Folk. The festival sits just off of what is known as Chicago's "Malt Row," which is home to almost a dozen craft breweries and distilleries. Many of their products are on tap Friday through Sunday at Square Roots Fest, which has become a popular and well-loved
Tuesday, July 11, 2023Square Roots Festival Bringing Music, Brews and Live Band Karaoke To Lincoln Square This Weekend
by Isaiah Reynolds and Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / July 7, 2023The annual fest known for its unique music lineup will feature headliners Superchunk, Real Estate and Momma this year.LINCOLN SQUARE — The 11th Annual Square Roots Festival is taking over Lincoln Square this weekend. The festival will take place on Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Wilson avenues from 5-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday and noon-9 p.m. Sunday.Square Roots Festival is known for producing one of the most unique
Tuesday, July 11, 2023Five Things To Do: July 7-9
by Nathan Ansell / Chicago Magazine / July 7, 2023 What to do in Chicago this weekend. Square Up Find a local vendor or grab a craft beer between performances at Square Roots. Four stages at the Lincoln Square festival means plenty of choices, and from Slow Pulp to Divino Niño, there’s plenty of local representation among the headliners, too. July 7-9. squareroots.org Read more HERE
Tuesday, July 11, 2023Square Roots Lincoln Square brings Chicago's best bites, brews and beats together
by ABC7 Chicago Digital Team / ABC-7 Chicago / July 8, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Square Roots Festival is taking place this weekend in Lincoln Square.Square Roots has something for everyone, highlighting dozens of bands from a variety of genres for all ages, vendors, favorite local restaurants, and unique craft beers. Artists for the 2023 event feature rock icons Superchunk and laid-back indie rock with Real Estate, Lala Lala, Slow Pulp, Divino Niño, Momma and Eleventh Dream Day. Brewery partners will
Tuesday, July 11, 2023Chicago's Hidden Gems: Lincoln Square shop offers a taste of gelato with sideshow
by Joe Donlon and Edie Kasten / CBS-2 Chicago / July 7, 2023CHICAGO (CBS) -- Where can you get great gelato and a sideshow worthy of a circus - jugglers, a contortionist, and all? We found a place in Lincoln Square; it's one of Chicago's hidden gems.There's juggling, a table that floats in mid-air thanks to a ghost named George, and acts that will keep you on pins and needles; and, oh yes, gelato!Sideshow Gelato in Lincoln Square is just what the name says, gelato with a show."We'll do a magic trick for
Thursday, July 06, 2023A Kitchen an Bath Update Gave This Chicago Home a Colorful Spin
When Kristen and Conor Quinn first met with Carly Moeller of interior design studio Unpatterned, they were aligned about most things—but the bathroom aesthetic wasn’t one of them. “I told Carly I was hoping for something colorful, warm, and clean. Conor, I remember, said something about wanting the bathrooms to feel industrial and cold and minimal, and he was being very serious. I remember wanting to kick him under the table,” recalls Kristen, who serves as the chief of staff at Teach For America. Click
Wednesday, July 05, 2023Craft Beers, Food, Music and More! Square Roots Festival July 7 – 9
by Tonya Francisco / WGN Daytime Chicago / July 5, 2023The Square Roots Festival is back. This weekend there will be food, drinks, music, shopping – something literally for everyone. And here with more on what you can look forward to and what you don’t want to miss, Senior Director of Human Resources for Half Acre Beer, Emily Cripe. Read more and Watch HERE
Wednesday, July 05, 2023Midday Fix: Live music from Steve Dawson & The Lucid Dreams
by Kristina Miller / WGN Midday News / July 3, 2023Steve Dawson & The Lucid Dreams stop by the WGN studio to share details on this weekend's Square Roots Festival, and perform a song. Watch HERE
Friday, June 30, 2023Two Chicago pizzerias are among the best in America
by Jeffy Mai / TimeOut Chicago / June 28, 2023A new list honors Spacca Napoli and Robert's Pizza and Dough Company.Chicagoans are deeply passionate about pizza, and rightfully so—the city boasts a plethora of outstanding pizzerias, including two that are among the 50 best in the world according to a new list.The 50 Top Pizza USA 2023 rankings have been released, and Chicago’s Spacca Napoli made the cut at No. 14. Located in Ravenswood, the restaurant has been slinging authentic Neapolitan-style pies with
Friday, June 30, 2023Square Roots showcases local artists and sounds from around the world
by Jamie Ludwig / Chicago Reader / June 30, 2023Chicago’s outdoor entertainment season arrived this year amid more questions than usual: Why NASCAR, and why here? Why did the Chicago Park District extend the C3 Presents Lollapalooza contract in Grant Park for another ten years, when residents in Pilsen, North Lawndale, Belmont Cragin, and other neighborhoods are still duking it out with independent promoters over community resources and access to public parks? This makes me especially grateful for the
Friday, June 30, 2023Can WWE Superstar Big E take the heat? | Small Business Superstars
by Cricket Wireless / Small Business Superstars / June 28, 2023 WWE Superstar Big E joins Cricket Wireless for another episode of "Small Business Superstars" - where WWE Superstars joins small business owners for a day in their 'ring,' and support their mission. In this episode, Big E drops by The Chopping Block kitchen in Chicago to catch-up on his chef skills. Watch HERE
Monday, June 26, 2023Lincoln Square's Sideshow Gelato serves scoops with a side of magic
by Monica Eng / AXIOS Chicago / June 21, 2023 A new shop is serving up gelato with a sprinkle of magic, mentorship and history in Lincoln Square. Driving the news: After years of planning and fundraising, chef Jay Bliznick opened Sideshow Gelato this month — thanks in part to investors like magician Penn Jillette and City of Chicago COVID recovery funds. What to expect: The space features a soda fountain, a gelato case, performance spaces and a small curio museum with a nod to the old Riverview
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Monday, June 26, 2023Lincoln Square’s St. Matthias Rectory Will Become Apartments, Townhomes After Developer Gets Council's OK
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / June 21, 2023CKG Realty Group's plan calls for converting the rectory at 2300 W. Ainslie St. into a 12-unit apartment building and building five townhomes on the Oakley side of the property. LINCOLN SQUARE — A developer’s reworked plan to build homes in and around the rectory at St. Matthias Catholic Church in Lincoln Square won city approval Wednesday. Developer CKG Realty Group, LLC’s latest plan would renovate the existing rectory at 2300 W. Ainslie St.
Thursday, June 15, 2023We went in search of the best pizza-by-the-slice in Chicago
by Claire Hyman, Marie Mendoza, Maggie Sivit / EBEZ Chicago / June 15, 2023 Buena Park resident Rebecca Silverman moved to Chicago from the East Coast 16 years ago. She likes to tell people Chicago’s got everything New York has — except when it comes to pizza by the slice. “The one thing I do miss about the East Coast is a place to get a slice of pizza, not a whole pie,” Rebecca said. “I haven’t quite found that here yet.” So she wrote to WBEZ to ask where to find the best single slice of pizza in
Sunday, June 11, 2023Lincoln Square transforms into Athens as Greek Fest celebrates its 74th year
by Kasey Chronis / Fox-32 Chicago / June 9, 2023 CHICAGO - If you want to feel like you’re in Athens for the weekend, Chicago’s North Side is where you want to be! In its 74th year, the Lincoln Square Greek Fest at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church is jam-packed with the sights, sounds, and tastes of Greece. "Xronia polla, may God bless us with many years and many festivals," said Rev. Father Andreas (Andrew) Georganas of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. Between live music and games, there is
Friday, June 02, 2023City leaders look to convert Lincoln Square hotel into temporary housing for Chicago's homeless
by Fox-32 Chicago / May 31, 2023 CHICAGO - Reviving a pandemic-era proposal, city leaders are looking to convert Lincoln Square's Diplomat Hotel into temporary housing for homeless Chicagoans.During the early days of the COVID-19 outbreak, Chicago officials housed the city's homeless at five hotels to slow the spread of the virus. Read more and Watch HERE
Friday, June 02, 2023City Officials Pitch Plan To Convert Diplomat Motel Into Transitional Housing During Rowdy Meeting
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / June 1, 2023The city wants to convert the motel into housing with services for unhoused Chicagoans. While most neighbors appeared to support it, a small group disrupted the meeting before it could start.LINCOLN SQUARE — Neighbors clashed during a rowdy Wednesday night meeting where Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th) and other officials pitched plans to convert a Lincoln Square motel into transitional housing for unhoused Chicagoans.The project would have the city acquire
Friday, June 02, 2023Inclusive Funeral Care brings concierge level of service to the funeral planning process.
After 25 years in the industry, Funeral Director and Celebrant Brooke Benjamin has gone indie. Benjamin added her name to a swinging shingle alongside that of Russ Henrichsen at Inclusive Funeral Care, located right at the convergence of Ravenswood, Uptown, and Andersonville. “We are an affordable boutique. Anything a traditional funeral home can do, we will do at a lesser price, faster, and with a higher level of service. We are like concierges with Funeral Director licenses, although we also do most of
Wednesday, May 31, 2023Outdoor dining expansion in Chicago could soon be permanent
by CBS-2 Chicago / May 30, 2023 The City Council License Committee is expected to vote Tuesday on a plan to make permanent an outdoor dining program that helped Chicago restaurants and bars survive the pandemic. Watch HERE
Tuesday, May 30, 2023The Food Guy: El Xangarrito in Ravenswood
by Steve Dolinsky / NBC-5 Chicago / May 26, 2023Mexican restaurants are a dime a dozen in Chicago, but every now and then, I come across a hidden gem.Just two cooks run the small kitchen at El Xangarrito, a straightforward Mexican restaurant on a Ravenswood side street. One of them is Rogelio Benitez, a veteran of several Lettuce Entertain You restaurants. He and his wife opened the restaurant during the pandemic, with a combination of his recipes and her front-of-the-house hospitality.“We thought that we
Tuesday, May 30, 2023Mayfestiversary in Ravenswood to raise money for The Friendship Center
by Fox-32 Chicago / May 27, 2023Begyle and Dovetail Brewery are hosting their annual spring party to kick off the warmer season and raise money to feed the community by partnering with The Friendship Center. A $5 suggested donation will go to the local food pantry that helps those facing hunger.Watch HERE
Tuesday, May 30, 2023Mayfestiversary brews up fun for a great cause this Memorial Day weekend
by ABC7 Chicago Digital Team / May 27, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- Dovetail Brewery and Begyle Brewing are joining forces once again Memorial Day weekend for the classic Chicago Street festival, Mayfestiversary. The fest celebrates with unique beers, food trucks, pop-ups and live music. A $5 suggested donation will benefit the Friendship Center, a local food pantry that's been providing groceries and other resources for North Side residents facing hunger for more than 50 years. Since partnering with the
Tuesday, May 30, 202313 Chicago Food Events to Explore This June
by Meredith Francis / WTTW Chicago / May 29, 2023 The sun is shining, people are smiling, and it’s peak Chicago festival season. June is a busy month for street festivals, and that means there are plenty of food-related events to keep your summer busy. From Greek food and hot dogs to bloody marys and wine, what isn’t there to eat or drink this month in Chicago and the suburbs? Be sure to double-check the event pages for times, locations, and admission information. What are we missing? Send your food
Tuesday, May 30, 2023T Square Cafe Brings Traditional Boba Tea, Rice Bowls And More To North Center
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / May 30, 2023The women-owned cafe's first location was a takeout window in Chinatown’s square plaza. Now, it's expanding with a larger North Center location. NORTH CENTER — A pair of sisters and their friends recently moved their popular boba tea cafe from Chinatown to a larger location just across the street from Welles Park.T Square Cafe, 2205 W. Montrose Ave., features boba tea, rice bowls, snowflake crisp nougat bites and more made with Chinese ingredients and
Friday, May 26, 2023Family of ducks make themselves at home in Ravenswood
by CBS Chicago Team / CBS-2 Chicago / May 22, 2024 CHICAGO (CBS) – A community is flocking around a family of birds. Take a look at these ducks in Ravenswood. They've set up a home for themselves in a grassy patch near Wolcott and Montrose in Ravenswood between a Starbucks and the Wolcott Tap. Normally, ducks live near water, so worried neighbors brought in a kiddy pool so they would have a place to swim. Residents are learning about how and what to feed them. Apparently, leftover bread is not ideal
Friday, May 26, 2023Gearing up for Mayfestiversary
by WGN Morning News / WGN-9 Chicago / May 20, 2023 Dovetail Brewery and Begyle Brewing are gearing up for Mayfestiversary. It's an annual event that helps raise funds for The Friendship Center. Watch HERE
Wednesday, May 24, 2023Lizzo Bestows Chicago’s Dimo’s Pizza With a 10/10 TikTok Review
by Ashok Selvam / Eater Chicago / May 22, 2023 She didn’t call Dimo’s “good as hell,” but she really did enjoy her vegan pizzas.Superstar singer and flutist Lizzo performed last week at the United Center and needed a late-night snack. That resulted in giving a local pizzeria one of the best gifts possible: a glowing 10/10 TikTok review. The staff at Dimo’s Pizza, with locations in Wicker Park, Wrigleyville, the Loop, and Lincoln Square, is reveling in the social media gold that Lizzo provided in a
Wednesday, May 17, 2023Lincoln Square’s Diplomat Hotel Could Become Transitional Housing For People Experiencing Homelessness
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / May 16, 2023The motel could be turned into 40 rooms of special housing where residents get housing assistance and mental health and medical care.LINCOLN SQUARE — City leaders want to repurpose a Lincoln Square motel into transitional housing for unhoused Chicagoans, reviving an emergency program from early in the pandemic.The project would convert the 46-room Diplomat Motel, 5230 N. Lincoln Ave., into 40 rooms of special housing tied to supportive services that
Wednesday, May 17, 2023Chicago Farmers Markets 2023: Full List of Farmers Markets Across the City
by NBC Chicago / May 11, 2023 Thursday, the oldest and longest-running farmers market in the city at Daley Plaza will officially open for business, bringing fresh fruit, flowers, vegetables and more from the local farms to the hands of residents. "Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest running farmers market on Daley Plaza, the historic Maxwell Street Market and community markets in neighborhoods
Monday, May 15, 2023St. Matthias Catholic Church holds first mass in over 2 years
by CBS Chicago Team / CBS-2 Chicago / May 14, 2023 CHICAGO (CBS) -- Parishioners held mass in one North Side church they're trying to keep open.It was the first Sunday mass at St. Matthias Catholic Church in more than two years. The Archdiocese lets the church, located at 2310 W. Ainslie St. in Lincoln Square, hold mass twice a year while parishioners appeal the decision to close its doors.St. Matthias was closed when it merged with Queen of Angels to form the new Queen of Apostles Parish."We don't
Thursday, May 11, 2023Weekend Break: Midwest Nice
by Marcella Raymond / WGN-TV Chicago / May 7, 2023 WGN’s Marcella Raymond is back in today’s Weekend Break with a visit to Midwest Nice in Lincoln Square which showcases local artists’ work. Watch HERE
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Wednesday, November 30, 2022How You Can Start a Home-Based Business in Chicago, Illinois, as a Senior
Are you a senior citizen looking to start a home-based business in Chicago? If so, you're in luck! Starting a home-based business is a great option for seniors for a variety of reasons. In this article, we'll give you an overview of everything you need to do to get your home-based business up and running in the Windy City.Why Home-Based Businesses are a Winning Option for Seniors There are a number of reasons why starting a home-based business is a good option for seniors. First and foremost, it allows
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Wednesday, August 17, 2022Tips for Starting a Profitable Handyman Business in Your City
If you enjoy fixing things and working with your hands, starting a handyman business could be a great move. Handyman services are frequently in high demand. Regardless of the time of year or state of the economy, people will always need to hire handymen to handle household repairs. A handyman tackles everything from fixing leaky plumbing to drywall repair. This type of business is well-suited to entrepreneurs who have a knack for solving problems, an eye for detail, and good time management skills. Here
