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Liam Geeson is ready to step in as the Wrigley goose!!!

Bonus photo of my porch goose Liam Geeson dressed up in his new outfit

Wrigley Field debuts menu with jibaritos, baseball doughnuts and fried ranch bombs This year, baseball fans at Wrigley Field can enjoy new items such as doughnuts in the shape of a baseball, jibarito sandwiches and lobster rolls.

If you're heading out to Wrigley Field this weekend, @radbrowndads.bsky.social has what you need to know about the food here:

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Readers' Choice Food Awards winners: 10 restaurants, bars, bakeries and more that impressed Chicago in 2024 After thousands of votes, here are the 10 winning restaurants, bars and more in the 13th edition of the Tribune Readers’ Choice Food Awards.

And in case you missed it, here are the winners of the Readers’ Choice Food Awards

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Chicago Tribune Food Awards winners map: All the places we've honored since 2011 Here are all of the Chicago Tribune Readers’ Choice and Critic’s Choice Food Awards winners since 2011.

Plus, we have a bonus story online featuring a map of all our Food Awards winners since the start

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So excited for this project in today’s food section of the @chicagotribune.com: It’s the Critic’s Choice Food Awards!

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Sehri scenes at Cafe Bethak in Lombard: Samosa chaat, card games and chai during an early morning in Ramadan You never really know what to expect at a chai cafe open until 4 a.m. on a busier-than-usual street in suburban Lombard during Ramadan.

Then @zareensyed.bsky.social gives us a snapshot of a late night at a new cafe in Lombard, as people gathered during Ramadan for the early morning meal known as suhoor, or as it’s referred to in Urdu, sehri.

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A look back at this week's @chicagotribune.com food section, starting with a story by Anna Lee Iijima about women in the wine industry

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I am so excited for Twice!!

These 3 Chicago chefs compete on the new season of ‘Top Chef’ New for the winner this year, alongside a $250,000 cash prize, is the opportunity to present at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards in Chicago on June 16.

And finally a look at the new season of "Top Chef" by @radbrowndads.bsky.social

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Guide: Chicago restaurants and bars with St. Patrick’s Day specials Bars and restaurants are getting into the spirit by serving traditional food and hosting bashes with riverfront views and bottomless drinks.

Plus, a guide to St. Patrick's Day restaurant and bar specials by @samanthanelson.bsky.social

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This week’s @chicagotribune.com food section is lead by a fantastic corned beef sandwich guide by @louisachu.bsky.social

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South Side icon Lem’s Bar-B-Q wins a James Beard America’s Classics award Among the six honorees from across the country is the oldest Black-owned barbecue restaurant in Chicago, Lem’s Bar-B-Q.

And news of a local James Beard America’s Classics award winner by @zareensyed.bsky.social

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Lent restaurant specials: 20 places for fish fries, pepper and egg sandwiches and seafood dinners in Chicago These fish fries, pepper and egg sandwiches and seafood dinners are so good, you might want to stop in even if you’re not forgoing beef for Lent.

Plus, a helpful guide to Lent restaurant specials from @samanthanelson.bsky.social

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Yesterday’s food print section was a fun one!

Readers’ Choice Food Awards winners are out:

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Fat Tuesday 2025 guide: 26 spots for Mardi Gras and Carnival specials in Chicagoland Fat Tuesday, the day before the start of Lent, is celebrated as Mardi Gras in New Orleans and Carnival in Brazil, but you don’t need to travel to get a taste of the fun.

To where to get Mardi Gras and Carnival specials

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Chicago paczki guide 2025: Where to get the decadent pastries for Fat Thursday and Fat Tuesday These local bakeries are celebrating Fat Thursday and Fat Tuesday by serving up a mix of classic and novel spins on paczki.

And everything you need to know for Fat Tuesday from @samanthanelson.bsky.social, from a paczki guide...

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‘Deli Boys’ on Devon Avenue: How Ali’s Nihari became a favorite spot for actors on the Hulu show While Hulu’s “Deli Boys” was filming in Chicago, some stars of the show became regulars at Ali’s Nihari on Devon Avenue.

Then @radbrowndads.bsky.social takes us to Devon Avenue with the stars of Hulu's "Deli Boys." They talk about the food, the show, and depictions of their communities in American comedy.

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Restaurant news: Carnitas Uruapan, Mexican taqueria, opens Little Village flagship after 50 years in Chicago Second generation owner Marcos Carbajal is a James Beard Awards semifinalist for Outstanding Restaurateur this year.

Lots of great restaurant news in this story from @louisachu.bsky.social, starting with a look at the latest Carnitas Uruapan location.

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Today’s @chicagotribune.com dining print section

Happy Valentine's Day ❤️/happy birthday Arizona 🌵/happy 3-year Tribiversary to me 📰!

Plz enjoy this photo of my porch goose Liam Geeson 🪿

Valentine’s Day concerts: Top 5 music picks from Justin Timberlake to an all-night dance party Venues such as The Promontory, The Hideout and others offering dance parties, silent twerk-offs and everything else in between.

Plus, over in arts and entertainment, five concerts for Valentine's Day weekend.

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Thinking of proposing in a restaurant? Chicago chefs have some thoughts for you From a casual pizza joint to a Michelin-starred fine dining spot, saying “I do” is as popular as ever at Chicago restaurants.

To a cute story with tips on proposing in a restaurant...

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Baked with love: Recipe for a light, airy pavlova that will woo your Valentine A homemade pavlova provides a romantic ray of sunshine during our long winter.

To a delicious dessert recipe...

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Valentine’s Day 2025: 70 specials at Chicagoland restaurants and bars, from romantic dinners to Galentine’s Day gatherings It might be hard to imagine going out in these freezing temps but Valentine’s Day will be here soon so you need to make plans to avoid heartbreak.

We've got lots of great Valentine's Day content, from restaurants offering romantic dinners or Galentine's Day events...

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Just a few days remain to vote for your favorite restaurants in the Readers’ Choice Food Awards Less than 10 votes separate first and second place in multiple categories, so every single vote counts.

Just a few days remain to vote in the Readers’ Choice Food Awards, which will highlight your favorites in the food and beverage space across Chicagoland, such as your favorite coffee shop, neighborhood bar, suburban restaurant and more.

JACK'S MANNEQUIN TOUR!!!

Readers’ Choice Food Awards: It’s time to vote for your favorite Chicagoland restaurants, bars and more After reviewing hundreds of nominations, the Tribune food team has selected five finalists in each category, but the rest is up to you.

We’ve reviewed the nominations, selected five finalists in each category and now it’s time to vote for who will be the ultimate winners of our 2024 Tribune Readers’ Choice Food Awards.

The awards will crown your favorites in the food and beverage space in Chicagoland from 2024.

James Beard Awards 2025: 22 Chicago chefs, restaurants and bars make semifinalist list The James Beard Foundation on Wednesday announced the semifinalists for its 2025 Restaurant and Chef Awards, and Chicago saw 22 restaurants, chefs and bars make the cut.

The James Beard Foundation on Wednesday announced the semifinalists for its 2025 Restaurant and Chef Awards, and Chicago saw 22 restaurants, chefs and bars make the cut.