Western Springs Local Lists

5 to Try: Hot Cocktails

You have two options for staying cozy through the long Chicago winter: Break down and buy a Snuggie or head to these five bars for some warming winter cocktails. While we'll be the first to admit the appeal of a blanket with sleeves, we have a feeling these…   more

In this list: InterContinental Chicago, Lottie's Pub, Vie, The Violet Hour

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Ice Cream, Rechurned: Savory Scoops to Slurp

Chocolate, strawberry and vanilla? So passé. If you know where to look, there's a whole world of savory ice cream treats just waiting to turn your notions about dessert upside down. Whether they incorporate fresh herbs or avant-garde ingredients like beets,…   more

In this list: Crofton on Wells, Naha, Boka, Vie

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Expert Picks: Top Chef Stephanie Izard

Chef Stephanie Izard had already wowed Chicago with her inventive takes on seafood at the now shuddered Scylla. The judges on "Top Chef" Season 4 were impressed, too--Izard ran away with the grand prize. We asked her to cook up a list of her fave eats in and…   more

In this list: Rose Angelis, San Soo Gab San, Le Lan, Vie

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