Stories by Daniel Hautzinger

A new American Experience documentary examines the German American Bund, a Fascist group that drew a surprising amount of support as well as attention in the 1930s, including in Chicago.

Grant Achatz, one of Chicago's most acclaimed chefs, honors Julia Child with a menu of elevated versions of dishes from her cookbooks and TV show at his shape-shifting Next restaurant.

Barbara gets an opportunity to be in a sitcom, but first has to convince people to let her as she tries to make it big.

Skeldale House is a mess, leading Siegfried to hire a bookkeeper to put things in order. But she quickly changes the way the business is run, to everyone's chagrin.

Eliza investigates the death of an undertaker as the overworked police fail to get to the case as fast as Mr. Potts, a friend of the victim, would like. 

Chicago Restaurant Week runs from January 19 through February 4, and among the more than 350 restaurants offering special menus at fixed prices are 25 that opened in 2023.

After Barbara Parker wins a beauty contest in her hometown, she goes to London to make it big. But it's 1964, and the world is misogynistic.

Siegfried doesn't know a farmer he's been helping is all alone, while James tries to help the ill dog of a trouble-making kid. 

William is overworked as Scotland Yard expands its jurisdiction, while Eliza has no work. They eventually come together to investigate a robbery involving a high-end brothel.

Celebrate the return of America's Test Kitchen in its twenty-fourth season with this simple, cheesy quiche recipe from the new season. 

New Orleans' popular Carnival dessert king cake descends from sweet European treats associated with Epiphany, on January 6. And it has a cousin in the Mexican rosca de reyes. 

Edward Hopper is the subject of a new American Masters documentary. His most famous painting – one of the most famous American images – was acquired by the Art Institute of Chicago the year he painted it. 

Popcorn is the perfect recipe to try in the kitchen with your children as they test out their chef skills. And with a dairy-free option, this popcorn recipe is meant for everybody.

Sure, some of the most viewed recipes we published this year are summery, but don't let that stop you from making them now and imagining the warm months!

This easy and fun recipe is a perfect introduction to measuring, mixing, and pouring to help your child gain confidence in their kitchen skills.