Christopher Osburn

'Mamma Mia!' fans are eagerly awaiting its return to Broadway. When it arrives, they'll have the option of visiting a nearby restaurant for a Mediterranean pre-theater dinner. Coming back to thrill audiences this summer for a limited engagement, the popular play takes place on a made-up Greek island and centers on a woman named Sophie. It's the day before her wedding, and she has aspirations to have her father walk her down the aisle. There's a twist, though. She doesn't know who her dad is. Hilarity, heartfelt moments, and musical numbers ensue. First appearing on Broadway in 2001, this play has mesmerized and entertained countless people for more than two decades. It's returning (beginning with previews on August 2) with an opening night of August 14 at the Winter Garden Theatre. It will run until February 1, 2026. If you have tickets, instead of simply strolling into the theatre with a rumbly, empty stomach, you can stop by IRIS, Chef John Fraser's Greek concept in Midtown, for a curated, themed, pre-theater dinner. Located within a five-minute walk of the Winter Garden Theatre, IRIS will be offering a three-course pre-theater 'Mamma Mia!'-themed menu for $60 per person. Starters include a Greek wedge salad with baby iceberg lettuce, chickpeas, and a feta-dill dressing, spiced lamb flatbread with chili, sumac, and cilantro, or grilled octopus with antep chili-tomato spice, kumquat spoon sweet. Entrees include wild mushroom pastitsio, grilled branzino, or saffron-yogurt roa

Founded in 2005, Wall's Old Fashioned Ice Cream has been a popular spot for creamy, sweet treats in South Miami for two decades. Known for its vintage ice cream parlor feel, this throwback to a bygone era has now opened a second location to please the countless fans of its popular ice cream. Luckily for anyone worried about having to travel to get their frozen, indulgent fix, the new location is right down the street from the original. Located at 9521 Sunset Drive between Kendall and South Miami, the new Wall's Old Fashioned Ice Cream features the same old-school nostalgia of the original location. From the red-and-white striped ordering window on the outside to the black-and-white checkerboard floors, classic malts, timeless sundaes and more than 25 flavors, this is an ice cream lover's dream. The new spot, located in a shopping plaza, has the same charm as the first ice cream parlor. It's such an authentic vibe that you might think for a moment that you somehow went back in time to a world of sugary-sweet, creamy ice cream. They even make their own fudge. What could be better? Before you even order anything, when you stand in line at the walk-up window, you'll be greeted with a huge hand-painted sign declaring that you're about to enjoy your weight in "Ice Cream & Shakes" and a mural featuring 1950s-era cars. Popular creations include an epic Banana Split made with three flavors of ice cream, three wet toppings, a dry topping, whipped cream and cherries, a Cookie Monster Su

Foodies will be excited to learn that a popular Windy City culinary event will return to Millennium Park this fall. Chicago Gourmet, the annual food-themed festival, will run from September 25 through September 28 at the Harris Theater Rooftop. This year's theme, "Step Up to the Plate," will meld the worlds of sports and food. This includes a series of "Culinary World Series" events throughout Chicagoland this summer, leading to the fall festival. This consists of the baseball-themed Game Day Gourmet that took place on July 25 and featured iconic ballpark foods and drinks like beer, wine, cocktails, and the "Duck Inn Dog Showdown," which will allow chefs to showcase their own, elevated takes on the iconic summer staple: the hot dog. On September 14, there will also be a Gourmet Tailgate at Utopian Tailgate. On September 20, there will be a chef pickleball tournament at SPF Chicago and a dinner to pay tribute to Jackie Robinson and James Beard Award winners Erick Williams and Damarr Brown at Virtue. When Chicago Gourmet officially kicks off, the first event is Tacos & Tequila with chefs Rick Bayless and Marco Carbajal on September 25 on the Harris Theater Rooftop. There, you'll be treated to mouthwatering cocktails from top local chefs, premium agave-based spirits and specialty cocktails. Traditional music and dance performances will provide good vibes. The next event is Hamburger Hop, hosted by chefs Joe Flamm and Sarah Grueneberg on September 26. A mix of Northside and South

Founded in 2017, Daily Provisions is known for its menu of elevated, yet classic fare in a comfortable neighborhood café vibe. Recently, the restaurant chain opened its tenth location in Cambridge's Harvard Square. Located at 1 Brattle Square, between Mount Auburn and Brattle Streets, this is not only the first of two planned Boston area locations, but also the first location outside of the New York tri-state area. Based on Danny Meyer's original Union Square Café, Daily Provisions is an all-day café known for its breakfast menu featuring its signature Crullers, B.E.C.s with runny egg yolks, and freshly brewed coffee. Lunch fare includes made-to-order sandwiches and salads. These include favorites like the Tuna Salad Sandwich built on toasted sourdough bread with kalamata olive tapenade and arugula and the Chefy Salad made with Gruyere cheese, marinated white beans, cucumbers, chicken, an egg, and Thousand Island dressing. All orders are available for dine-in or to-go. "We've always admired Boston's thriving and inclusive restaurant community – its proximity to New York made it a natural next step for us," Union Square Hospitality Group CEO Chip Wade said in a press release. "We were especially drawn to the city's unique neighborhoods and its warm, welcoming energy. Boston is a place where anyone — students, families, or visitors — can feel at home." Not only is the food memorable, but so too is the space. Featuring large windows, it's all about optimizing natural light and r

To say that we love ice cream in the U.S. is a bit of an understatement. According to the International Dairy Foods Association, in 2024, 1.31 billion gallons of ice cream were produced in the country. On average, Americans eat around twenty pounds of ice cream each year, equal to about four gallons per person. That said, on a hot summer day, there are few more refreshing treats than ice cream. Whether you enjoy it in a cone, a cup or in a sundae with multiple toppings, the summer is the perfect time for this sweet, creamy, frozen dessert. And National Ice Cream Day is the optimal day for celebrating with some freshly churned scoops, ideally of the free sort. RECOMMENDED: The best pies in the U.S. for every season What day is National Ice Cream Day? If you didn’t know it already, this Sunday, July 20 is National Ice Cream Day. But who wants to commemorate just one day when you can celebrate a whole weekend of ice cream, right? The best part? Ice cream sellers from coast to coast are celebrating this very summer holiday with deals aplenty. Keep scrolling to see some of the best. Where to get free ice cream for National Ice Cream Day in the U.S. Baskin-Robbins Beginning on Sunday through July 26th, Baskin-Robbins is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by offering Baskin-Robbins Rewards members $5 off orders of $20 or more placed through a third-party delivery service. Burger King On July 20th, the popular fast-food chain is celebrating the holiday by offering Royal Perks members