Hebridean Baker TikTok star visits Chicago for his book tour
The TikTok sensation has nearly 10 million views of his traditional Scottish bakes.
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What to eat right now
We round up the best cookbooks of the year so far. Plus, chefs give us their recommendations for cooking with late spring vegetables.
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Take a listen to Vocalo Radio’s new playlist for May
Vocalo Radio is out with its new “In Rotation” playlist for May, featuring 10 Chicago artists.
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What’s that building? Mary Thompson Hospital
The building is a visible piece of the legacy of Mary Thompson, Chicago’s first female doctor and the first woman known to have performed major surgery.
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Organic farmers markets are back and thriving in Chicago
Dozens of summer farmers markets are returning to Chicago and the suburbs this week, just in time for warmer weather.
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Updated: The WBEZ guide to 80-plus summer farmers’ markets in Chicago and the suburbs
With inflation boosting grocery store prices, farmers say the place to find a deal on food are the outdoor markets. Here’s WBEZ’s guide to great ones in the city and suburbs, with days, times and special features.
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This chemist-turned-baker created an ube croissant that’s totally worth the trip
Available only twice a week at a cafe in Logan Square, the vibrant purple pastries are a gateway to Filipino food culture.
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The Archdiocese of Chicago has reduced its number of parishes by more than 100. Now what?
Local Catholics hope a structural overhaul aimed at consolidating parishes and conserving resources will sustain the church moving forward.
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Mother’s Day can be painful. These strategies might help.
Mother’s Day can be a painful time, especially for people living with loss. Author Rebecca Soffer shares ideas for how to care for yourself or loved ones on a difficult day.
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Chicago artist Hebru Brantley’s first statue inspires ‘wonderment’ at Navy Pier
The “Great Debate,” a 16-foot sculpture of Flyboy, an iconic character created by the Bronzeville native, was dedicated Saturday.
