St Patrick’s Day in Chicago is unlike any other holiday. As the local restaurants and bars prepare for the Irish celebrations, it’s important to get a game plan set. This year the celebrations will look a little less traditional. This means no official bar crawls or...
As the year continues, it is important to keep those New Year’s resolutions and goals going. Whether it’s working out, reading more, or meditating, finding the best system for you is important. Another New Year’s goal CBCI chefs often hear about is committing to...
You know the saying, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” well of course it is. But, if you’re a late riser, brunch is equally important! Breakfast holds a special place in all our hearts especially when you mix in comfort food. Now that indoor dining is...
Yes, it’s that time of year. Whether your team made it or not Super Bowl parties are always a blast. Getting together to watch the game, commercial advertisements, and of course, the halftime show, everyone can enjoy it. Keep reading to find out CBCI’s favorite tasty...
Crock pots although easy to use, are not often brought out for the average home cook. Luxury and affordable slow cookers do just about the same things and are often given as gifts. It is possible to cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts. Read below CBCI’s list...
Thanksgiving and Christmas highlight many baked goods, particularly sweet pies. But pies do not always have to be sweet. See here CBCI’s favorite savory pies and a recommended recipe. Chicken Pot Pie Thinking that chicken pot pie is too much work for dinner is simply...