Mapping Illinois comfort food in 2026? I share soul food spots serving fried chicken, catfish, mac and cheese, and desserts worth the drive.

It took less than 48 hours for Soul Vibez to get a harsh introduction to downtown Chicago. The new soul-food spot in the Near ...

The restaurant's surveillance system captured the apparent one-man operation.

As the community faces changes to food benefits local restaurants and businesses are working to fill the gap. “The Soul Food Lounge” is stepping up and challenging other restaurants throughout ...

During the Great Migration, African Americans brought their way of cooking to Chicago. During the Great Migration, African Americans brought their way of cooking to Chicago and other northern cities.

Chef D'Andre Carter, founder of Soul & Smoke in front of his food truck Where there’s smoke there’s soul. That’s never been more true than for Chef D’Andre Carter of Soul & Smoke, a popular restaurant ...

In a world full of fast food, there's nothing like a slow-cooked homestyle meal prepared from the heart. The term soul food is derived from African American culture and has its roots in the South.