Portillo’s partners with Bears wide receiver DJ Moore on limited-time meal
Chicago-based restaurant chain Portillo’s is partnering with Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore on a new limited-time meal celebrating one of the team’s most memorable moments of the season.
Sausage recall: 2,000 pounds pulled after metal strip discovery
The Department of Agriculture has announced a recall of nearly one ton of Olympia Provisions’ holiday kielbasa after a consumer reported finding metal in the product.
A Wrigleyville bar turns into a festive Santa Baby Christmas pop-up
Stolen Saddle, a country-themed bar in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood, has transformed into a festive “Santa Baby” Christmas pop-up. The space is filled with floor-to-ceiling Christmas decorations, immersive photo ops and holiday drinks. Staff say it takes about three weeks to set everything up, with months of planning going into the pop-up each year.
Jim Beam shutting down production at Kentucky distillery for a year
Jim Beam is shutting down production temporarily at one of its Kentucky distilleries as the whiskey industry faces tariffs and declining demand.
Instacart ending price test program after backlash
Instacart is ending a program where customers saw different prices for the same product ordered at the same time from the same store. Here’s what they’re saying about the price testing strategy.
What's open and closed in Chicago on Christmas Day
If you’re in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day, your options will be limited.
Frozen shrimp sold in multiple states recalled due to possible radioactive contamination, FDA says
The recalled shrimp products were sold in multiple states, including New York, Illinois, Nevada, and Oregon.
DoorDash brings grocery ordering to ChatGPT
DoorDash announced it is launching a new grocery shopping app within OpenAI’s ChatGPT.
Marina's Bistro in Chicago serves flavors of Puerto Rico
Marina's Bistro in Uptown is serving up some great traditional Puerto Rican flavors for the holidays.
Which restaurants are open for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day 2025
If you’re planning to dine out this year, these restaurants are opening their doors during the holidays.
Taco Bell fans declare 'Christmas miracle' as beloved menu item returns nationwide
Taco Bell announced a cult favorite has returned to menus nationwide, with fans calling it "a Christmas miracle."
Olive Garden plans nationwide rollout of lighter portions menu following successful testing
Olive Garden is rolling out a new lighter portion entrée menu.
FTC accuses Instacart of hidden fees; company to pay $60M in refunds
Instacart will pay $60 million in consumer refunds after the FTC accused the company of misleading shoppers and driving up grocery costs for Americans.
Smoke Daddy shows off delicious BBQ ahead of Bears game
Chef Dan Harris from Smoke Daddy stopped by to show off some delicious barbecue, wings and other food ahead of the big Bears game on Saturday.
Tasting Chicago: Holiday Special
Sylvia Perez explores Chicago’s holiday pop-up bars, talks upcoming food and drink trends with Axios’ Monica Eng, and visits the historic Berghoff Hotel for a festive look at its history and award-winning beers.
Chicago Food Trends: What defined 2025 & what’s next in 2026 | Tasting Chicago
A festive bar crawl, Chicago-style. Sylvia Perez visits four must-see holiday pop-ups — plus food trends, beer talk, and a toast to the traditions that make the season feel like home.
Kaiser Tiger serves up gameday eats ahead of the Bears-Packers
Kaiser Tiger head chef Jose Morales highlights fan-favorite menu items and Bears-themed specials perfect for watching the game.
DoorDash giving away $100K in gifts to buyers who prove their holiday package will be late
Have a delayed holiday gift? DoorDash says it may be able to come to the rescue.
White Castle recalls sliders over undeclared ingredients, FDA says
The recalled cartons of sliders were distributed to stores between August and October. Here’s what you need to know.
Chicago bag tax could jump again under alternative city budget plan
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.