Chicago Gourmet

Chicago Gourmet, the annual food festival hosted by the Illinois Restaurant Association, returns this year with a four-day slate of programming and events in celebration of the city's dining scene. The fest still hasn't brought back its massive Grand Tasting event, but you'll find other classics like Rick Bayless' Tacos & Tequila, Grand Cru and more; plus the return of beer-centric, Oktoberfest-inspired Prost! In the Park. You can view a full festival schedule on Chicago Gourmet's website, where you can also buy tickets to individual events.