Best Local: Celebrate Mardi Gras 2014 in Chicago

Indulge on Fat Tuesday at Best Local Spots in Chicago and the Suburbs

A glittery Mardi Gras mask with green feathers and a purple jewel rests on a pile of colorful beads in purple, green, and gold. The mask features a diamond pattern in purple, green, and yellow.

Get gluttonous, and have no shame—Fat Tuesday is a holiday made for indulgent celebration. Just grab a paczki, the Polish jelly doughnut-like pastry synonymous with Fat Tuesday, …

Livin’ La Vida Local: National Vegan Month

Appreciate The Meat- And Dairy-Free This November

Illustration of a salad bowl filled with greens and vegetables, surrounded by tomato slices. Text above reads “Go Vegan, eat green” in bold white and yellow lettering on a wood-patterned background.

Plenty know Chicago for its hot dogs, Italian beef, Polish sausage and other meat-heavy delicacies. Even still, this city is home to plenty of happy vegetarians and vegans. Increase your awareness of the …