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Food Stories
Thirty Years in, the Tradition of Friday Fish Fries Continues to Build Community at a South Side Catholic Church
St. Christina's in Mount Greenwood has been hosting volunteer-run fish fries for 30 years in the basement of its school, providing a gathering place for the neighborhood.
A Visit to a Family-Owned Harold’s Chicken Shack As the Legendary Chain Celebrates 75 Years
Harold’s Chicken Shack was founded 75 years ago by a Black entrepreneur who came to Chicago from Alabama. Now it’s a legendary part of Chicago.
Chicago's 2025 James Beard Awards Nominees
Nominations have been announced for the prestigious 2025 James Beard Awards that recognize people and businesses in the United States' food and hospitality industry. Chicago has five nominees this year.
The Beverage Industry Warns of Drastic Impacts from Possible Tariffs
As the threat of high tariffs on wine and alcohol from the E.U. and American whiskey in the E.U. loom, the beverage industry warns that, "It's going to hurt."
A New Balkan Restaurant Aims to Provide a Positive Representation of the Region to Crowds in River North
“It was not just that it was not represented, it was misrepresented,” says the restaurateur behind Ambar of the region as he opens his first location outside Washington, D.C. in the U.S.
New Wrigleyville Restaurant and Cafe Serves Twists on Chicago Classics Plus Taste of Home for Indonesian Community
Rendang Republic has a take on a Chicago dog featuring Indonesian flavors as well as its namesake rendang, one of Indonesia's national dishes, in the style of Italian beef. It's the first brick and mortar from a chef who has worked to popularize Indonesian food in pop-ups.
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Recipes
Sweet Potato Biscuits for Black History Month
Try a recipe from PBS for sweet potato biscuits as February, Black History Month, approaches.
Happy Grilled Cheese Day!
Not only is April 12 Grilled Cheese Day, the entire month of April is National Grilled Cheese Month. And why not – who doesn't like this humblest, simplest of sandwiches? Find some tips from Martha Stewart to gussy up your grilled cheese in celebration.
Lidia's Broccoli di Rabe all' Aglio E Olio
Here's hoping you don't have to get close enough to smell anyone's breath today – it might be stinky, because it's National Garlic Day!
Make Your Own Lemon Pepper Seasoning for These Wings from 'Cook's Country'
This wings recipe from Cook's Country has you make your own lemon pepper seasoning that will be far superior to a store-bought mix, then toss it with sauce to coat some crispy fried chicken wings.
Soft Pretzels from Martha Stewart's 'Martha Bakes'
A family favorite anytime, these soft pretzels from a recipe from Sigmund Pretzel Shop owner Lina Kulchinsky were featured in Martha Stewart's Martha Bakes.
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Food Series
Check, Please!
The Emmy-winning local restaurant review series from WTTW Chicago features host, master sommelier, and restaurateur Alpana Singh sitting down with three “regular person” guest reviewers as they compare notes on their experiences at three Chicago-area eateries.
Chefs Off the Clock
Discover the ways Chicago’s celebrity chefs unwind after they clock out of the kitchen. Get to know another side of these interesting personalities who — while known for their passion and work ethic in the kitchen — are fascinating and passionate people in their personal lives as well.
FOODPHILES
Meet the people who feed you. This series takes you into the kitchen, behind the bar, and into the field to introduce you to a chef or restaurateur who prepares food and libations as they share their personal stories and insights about the meaning of their work, how they got into the hospitality business, and why they have such a passion for what they do.
Foods of Chicago
Join Geoffrey Baer as he plays both taste tester and tour guide, exploring the little-known stories behind Chicago's favorite foods! Along this delectable journey, learn how the Chicago-style hot dog came into being, discover the connection between Al Capone and Jay's Potato Chips, take a tour down Chicago's New Maxwell Street Market, learn about the birth of the classic SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE "cheezborger" routine from the Billy Goat tavern, and so much more!
Dishalicious
This cooking demonstration program filmed before a live audience in WTTW's Grainger Studio is hosted by Sarah Grueneberg, James Beard award-winning chef/owner of Chicago's Monteverde and runner-up on "Iron Chef" and "Iron Chef Gauntlet." Each week, Sarah is joined by three extraordinary local chefs who band together to prepare a unique meal.
Food Thoughts
Healthy eating and food education are essential to preparing the very youngest members of our community for school and life. Pilot Light and WTTW team up to encourage healthy eating with FOOD THOUGHTS, an animated series of videos for kids and families. Puppy chef host “Puprika” joins a diverse group of children and families to visit their homes, gardens, farms, and schools.
