In addition to John and Amy, we hear from our food writers about the dishes they loved most this past year.Par Chicago magazine

John breaks down what makes a great fry and where to find them. Amy takes us on a quick tour of where to eat at Midway and O'Hare airports.Par Chicago magazine

Writer Chandra Ram joins John and Amy to discuss how to add local flavor to the big meal.Par Chicago magazine

John and Amy discuss Creepies, the new French Midwestern bistro from the Elske team, along with two tavern-style pizza places making waves.Par Chicago magazine

John and Amy discuss their top five Chicago steakhouses, and what they say about the scene right now. For the full list, head to chicagomag.com.Par Chicago magazine

John and Amy discuss some of the best places they've eaten recently, and chat about what they're looking forward to eating and drinking this fall (John's in a big pie-making phase).Par Chicago magazine

Amy describes how Chicago is adopting the Wisconsin old fashioned. Plus, John discusses his review of the flashy new steakhouse in town, the Alston.Par Chicago magazine

We're headed to John's neighborhood to find where he grabs a drink, a burger, Thai food, and more. We also learn about what new restaurants are coming to Bucktown soon.Par Chicago magazine

After diving into his review of Mister Tiger, the new West Town Korean restaurant, John gives us his rundown of where to go in Chicago and the suburbs for Korean barbecue, pochas, noraebang, and more. Plus, Amy gives us the scoop on a fantastic steakhouse dessert.Par Chicago magazine

John and Amy talk about the restaurants they're most excited about from the first half of 2025. Plus: Amy's tips on where to eat if you're stuck at Midway Airport.Par Chicago magazine

John explains how adding a little THC to his dining experience helps him de-stress and focus on the moment. Plus, Amy describes the perfect Filipino food crawl.Par Chicago magazine

Gas up the car, we're headed to the suburbs for today's episode. John and Amy talk about the best food and drink outside of the city, including some of John's favorite Japanese restaurants. Plus, we get the lowdown on Cafe Yaya, the new all-day spot in Lincoln Park from the team behind Galit.Par Chicago magazine

Amy and John discuss their favorite cocktail bars in the city, what makes a great mixed drink, and what makes Chicago's scene so approachable. For tickets to Chicago's Best Restaurants: chicagomag.com/cbrPar Chicago magazine

John and Amy discuss their favorite spots for outdoor dining in Chicago, the dishes and drinks they look forward to each summer, and the best places for seasonal cooking.Par Chicago magazine

John and Amy talk about the best ways to enjoy the classic Chicago condiment, how to pronounce it, John's rankings of the best jarred versions, and whether the hosts are true Chicagoans.Par Chicago magazine

Hosts John Kessler and Amy Cavanaugh offer their short (but hot) takes on places they've been eating and drinking lately. Plus, John discusses his latest review, for Thalaiva’s Indian Kitchen in Park Ridge.Par Chicago magazine

Hosts John Kessler and Amy Cavanaugh dive into "The Best New Restaurants" list, discuss what didn't make the cut, and describe the best thing each ate this week.Par Chicago magazine