Author: Elanor Bock

Guides   Chicago

The Ultimate Resy Guide to Chicago Brunch

When the weekend can’t come soon enough, and Saturday feels a million years away, a brunch gameplan can be the…

By Elanor Bock Updated: March 26, 2024

Guides   Chicago

The Resy Guide to Date Night in Chicago

The key to any successful relationship is making time for one another. And while you may feel some pressure because…

By Grace Wong and Elanor Bock Updated: January 27, 2025

Guides   Chicago

The Chicago Restaurants For a Celebration Dinner

Whether you’re looking to gather friends and family to celebrate a special occasion, or just looking for an excuse to…

By Elanor Bock Updated: November 1, 2024

Resy Spotlight   Chicago

Bungalow by Middle Brow Is an Ode to the Art of Fermentation

When Pete Ternes swapped his law degree for brewing barrels some 15 years ago, he couldn’t have predicted where his…

By Elanor Bock October 14, 2024

The One Who Keeps the Book   Chicago

How to Get Into Maxwells Trading, Chicago’s Boundary-Breaking Standout

Since its buzzworthy launch last winter, Maxwells Trading has quickly emerged as a standout destination amid the industrial landscape just…

By Elanor Bock September 9, 2024

Resy Features   Chicago

How Lardon, Union, and The Meadowlark Transformed a Prime Corner of Logan Square

When Steve Lewis stumbled upon the century-old building for sale on the corner of Palmer and California in Logan Square,…

By Elanor Bock July 29, 2024

Dish By Dish   Chicago

What to Drink at Rick Bayless’ Agave Speakeasy Bar Sótano

In a city that loves speakeasies, Bar Sótano stands out. Opened in 2018 by culinary icon Rick Bayless with his daughter…

By Elanor Bock June 25, 2024

The One Who Keeps the Book   Chicago

How to Get Into Trivoli Tavern (and Have the Best Time There)

Some restaurants captivate you even before you even walk in, and Trivoli Tavern more than fits the bill. Nestled at…

By Elanor Bock June 18, 2024

Dish By Dish   Chicago

At Cebu in Chicago, It’s Always a Filipino Family Affair

When Cebu opened in Wicker Park in 2019, it promised a laid-back spot to celebrate the flavors of regional Filipino…

By Elanor Bock October 16, 2023

Fall Preview   Chicago

The Resy Guide to Autumn in Chicago

As summer winds down, Chicago’s culinary scene revs up, with an abundance of dining experiences that are perfect for the…

By Elanor Bock September 11, 2023