Kayla Samoy
@kaylasamoy.bsky.social
Chicago Tribune food and dining editor.
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Kayla Samoy
@kaylasamoy.bsky.social
· Mar 26
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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Warning: Don't read if you're hungry, the photos are mouthwatering
M’daKhan, a Middle Eastern restaurant in Bridgeview, specializes in great halal smoked and grilled meats, inspired by lifetimes of backyard barbecues in Little Palestine.
Restaurant review: M’daKhan, Middle Eastern food by way of backyard barbecues in Little Palestine near Chicago
The bestselling smoked beef ribs, a pair piled high on a platter, explores the convergence of culinary cultures.
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April 8, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Warning: Don't read if you're hungry, the photos are mouthwatering
Liam Geeson is ready to step in as the Wrigley goose!!!
April 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Liam Geeson is ready to step in as the Wrigley goose!!!
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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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.
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April 4, 2025 at 4:10 PM
If you're heading out to Wrigley Field this weekend, @radbrowndads.bsky.social has what you need to know about the food here:
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/04/03/w...
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/04/03/w...
So excited for this project in today’s food section of the @chicagotribune.com: It’s the Critic’s Choice Food Awards!
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/26/c...
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/26/c...
March 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
So excited for this project in today’s food section of the @chicagotribune.com: It’s the Critic’s Choice Food Awards!
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/26/c...
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/26/c...
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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March 21, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/18/c...
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/18/c...
I am so excited for Twice!!
Lollapalooza has posted its lineup of music artists for summer 2025.
Lollapalooza 2025: Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler, The Creator, Sabrina Carpenter and Korn
The four-day Lollapalooza music festival will be July 31 to Aug. 3 in Chicago’s Grant Park, with more than 170 bands on nine stages.
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March 18, 2025 at 4:02 PM
I am so excited for Twice!!
This week’s @chicagotribune.com food section is lead by a fantastic corned beef sandwich guide by @louisachu.bsky.social
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March 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This week’s @chicagotribune.com food section is lead by a fantastic corned beef sandwich guide by @louisachu.bsky.social
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Yesterday’s food print section was a fun one!
Readers’ Choice Food Awards winners are out:
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/05/r...
Readers’ Choice Food Awards winners are out:
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March 6, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Yesterday’s food print section was a fun one!
Readers’ Choice Food Awards winners are out:
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/05/r...
Readers’ Choice Food Awards winners are out:
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/03/05/r...
Today’s @chicagotribune.com dining print section
February 26, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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 🪿
Plz enjoy this photo of my porch goose Liam Geeson 🪿
February 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Happy Valentine's Day ❤️/happy birthday Arizona 🌵/happy 3-year Tribiversary to me 📰!
Plz enjoy this photo of my porch goose Liam Geeson 🪿
Plz enjoy this photo of my porch goose Liam Geeson 🪿
We've got lots of great Valentine's Day content, from restaurants offering romantic dinners or Galentine's Day events...
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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.
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February 13, 2025 at 4:25 PM
We've got lots of great Valentine's Day content, from restaurants offering romantic dinners or Galentine's Day events...
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/01/29/v...
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/01/29/v...
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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.
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.
www.chicagotribune.com
February 3, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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!!!
January 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
JACK'S MANNEQUIN TOUR!!!
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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.
The awards will crown your favorites in the food and beverage space in Chicagoland from 2024.
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.
www.chicagotribune.com
January 24, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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.
The awards will crown your favorites in the food and beverage space in Chicagoland from 2024.
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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.
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.
www.chicagotribune.com
January 23, 2025 at 12:06 AM
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.
OK Chicago, we want to hear all about your favorite food spots from last year! What was your go-to bar or late night spot, what new restaurant opening exceeded all expectations? Let us know!
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2024 Readers’ Choice Food Awards: It’s time to nominate your favorite food spots from across Chicagoland
Nominations are open for the 2024 Readers’ Choice Food awards, where we give you the chance to weigh in on the best food from last year.
chicagotribune.com
January 16, 2025 at 9:59 PM
OK Chicago, we want to hear all about your favorite food spots from last year! What was your go-to bar or late night spot, what new restaurant opening exceeded all expectations? Let us know!
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As we dive straight into 2025, the Tribune food team offers looks at three notable restaurants that opened in 2024.
Reviews: Perilla Steakhouse, Sando Street and Santa Masa Tamaleria
As we dive into 2025, the Tribune food team offers looks at three notable restaurants that opened in 2024.
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January 13, 2025 at 5:05 PM
As we dive straight into 2025, the Tribune food team offers looks at three notable restaurants that opened in 2024.
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Chicago, you’ve heard of coyote in a Quiznos — get ready for coyote in an Aldi.
A male adult was found hiding in the grocery store’s refrigerated section, and later rescued safely. He is waiting to be transferred to a rehab center for a full exam.
@chicagotribune.com gift link:
A male adult was found hiding in the grocery store’s refrigerated section, and later rescued safely. He is waiting to be transferred to a rehab center for a full exam.
@chicagotribune.com gift link:
Coyote rescued from Aldi fridge section in Humboldt Park
Animal appeared uninjured and will be assessed before being released back into the wild if that is deemed appropriate.
www.chicagotribune.com
January 13, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Chicago, you’ve heard of coyote in a Quiznos — get ready for coyote in an Aldi.
A male adult was found hiding in the grocery store’s refrigerated section, and later rescued safely. He is waiting to be transferred to a rehab center for a full exam.
@chicagotribune.com gift link:
A male adult was found hiding in the grocery store’s refrigerated section, and later rescued safely. He is waiting to be transferred to a rehab center for a full exam.
@chicagotribune.com gift link:
The best Christmas gift I got this year was this porch goose, which we've named Liam Geeson.
January 9, 2025 at 10:54 PM
The best Christmas gift I got this year was this porch goose, which we've named Liam Geeson.
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As sales of alcoholic beverages have slowed in recent years, nonalcoholic beer, wine and spirits have emerged as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the drinks industry.
For a dry January, 8 nonalcoholic wines and wine alternatives worth seeking out
As sales of alcoholic beverages have slowed in recent years, nonalcoholic beer, wine and spirits have emerged as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the drinks industry.
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January 7, 2025 at 12:32 AM
As sales of alcoholic beverages have slowed in recent years, nonalcoholic beer, wine and spirits have emerged as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the drinks industry.
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In Black communities around America, the bean pie is a symbol of the varied Muslim communities that emerged from the Nation of Islam’s nearly 100-year history in the United States. For many, the dessert stands for Black pride and healthy eating.
The hunt for the bean pie street sellers of legend, and how this dessert is a symbol of liberation for many Black Muslims
For many, bean pie is a symbol of Black pride and healthy eating. The dessert has strong roots in Chicago.
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January 8, 2025 at 7:27 PM
In Black communities around America, the bean pie is a symbol of the varied Muslim communities that emerged from the Nation of Islam’s nearly 100-year history in the United States. For many, the dessert stands for Black pride and healthy eating.
Reposted by Kayla Samoy
As we ring in 2025 and reminisce on all of the previous year’s memories, the writers and editors of the Tribune food section look back at all the delicious dishes and drinks we had in 2024.
Favorite foods from 2024: The most memorable dishes and drinks we enjoyed across Chicago
As we ring in 2025, the writers and editors of the Tribune food section have looked back at all the delicious dishes and drinks we had in 2024.
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January 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM
As we ring in 2025 and reminisce on all of the previous year’s memories, the writers and editors of the Tribune food section look back at all the delicious dishes and drinks we had in 2024.
It's my favorite time of year: I watched a bunch of ridiculous holiday rom-coms so you don't have to. My favorites this year had spies! Pentatonix! Bar trivia!
New holiday rom-coms are here! 5 to watch this season
From Netflix to Hallmark, this season is full of new romantic comedies to get you in the holiday spirit.
www.chicagotribune.com
December 16, 2024 at 3:20 PM
It's my favorite time of year: I watched a bunch of ridiculous holiday rom-coms so you don't have to. My favorites this year had spies! Pentatonix! Bar trivia!
I can't believe Dec. 6 is tomorrow and I'm only 70% of the way through Rhythm of War. 😭Just accepting that I won't be starting Wind and Truth tomorrow. #Cosmere #BrandonSanderson
December 5, 2024 at 10:01 PM
I can't believe Dec. 6 is tomorrow and I'm only 70% of the way through Rhythm of War. 😭Just accepting that I won't be starting Wind and Truth tomorrow. #Cosmere #BrandonSanderson
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For many of the readers who entered this year’s Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest, baking isn’t just a means of creating a sweet indulgent treat.
It’s also a way to uphold family traditions, remember fond childhood memories and honor loved ones who have passed.
It’s also a way to uphold family traditions, remember fond childhood memories and honor loved ones who have passed.
New takes on oatmeal chocolate chip, thumbprint and snickerdoodle cookies win 2024 Holiday Cookie Contest
This year marks the 38th annual Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest, a holiday tradition that has seen hundreds of recipes submitted over the years and a variety of judges to help sample them all.
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December 4, 2024 at 4:01 PM
For many of the readers who entered this year’s Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest, baking isn’t just a means of creating a sweet indulgent treat.
It’s also a way to uphold family traditions, remember fond childhood memories and honor loved ones who have passed.
It’s also a way to uphold family traditions, remember fond childhood memories and honor loved ones who have passed.