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Canned Cocktails Perfect For Summer Drinking

Canned Cocktails Perfect For Summer Drinking

Though several companies have made forays into the prepared cocktail market, including Chicago’s own Crafthouse Cocktails, these individual-sized mixed drinks are still a revelation. You can take them to the pool! To the beach! To a barbecue! With no glass and no leftovers

Portillo’s lemon cake appeared on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Portillo’s lemon cake appeared on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!

The cameo, which was recorded at Portillo’s newest Chicago location on Taylor Street, features the restaurant’s staff holding plates of cake and hot dogs. After introducing the evening’s guests, they invite viewers to “come on down and get a slice right after we start the show.”

Chicago festivals this weekend: June 22-25

Chicago festivals this weekend: June 22-25

It’s felt like summer for a while now, but with the solstice behind us, the season is finally here. Celebrate our precious few months of warmth at the plethora of festivals

Michael Phelps vs Shark Week

Michael Phelps vs Shark Week

One has more Olympic gold medals than any athlete in history; the other has a series of Hollywood thrillers with depreciating returns based on their species.

NETFLIX IN JULY

NETFLIX IN JULY

You can now proceed with planning your holiday binge watching, as Netflix has just released its comings and goings for July.

United Airlines Is Going To Serve Deep-Dish Pizza

United Airlines Is Going To Serve Deep-Dish Pizza

The Chicago-based airline that the world loves to hate will soon serve up a Chicago-style food staple that plenty of locals love to hate. United Airlines will reportedly begin slinging deep-dish pizza in their economy cabins, starting next month.

The best bottomless brunch drink deals around Chicago

The best bottomless brunch drink deals around Chicago

The best part of brunch isn’t the pancakes, bacon or eggs Benedict. It’s the drinks. But with some mimosas running you $14 (or more) or a bloody mary costing as much as a meal itself, a boozy brunch isn’t always in the budget.

WATCH: Adam West Documentary (Trailer)

WATCH: Adam West Documentary (Trailer)

This documentary follows Hollywood survivor and family man, Adam West, who became a household name in 1966 as Batman. Starring Adam West tells the uplifting story of his determination and dedication that have made him an enduring Hollywood legacy.