Illinois Foods

Quincy’s German heritage runs deep, but where’s the Bienenstich? This traditional German Bee Sting Cake might be the sweet surprise your Thanksgiving table needs.

Candycopia in Oak Park, Illinois dares you to try its Fright Flight Candy Challenge — a mix of creepy sweets and shocking surprises.

Thanksgiving Eve sees massive food delivery surge as home-feasts loom; cheeseburgers, tacos and last-minute grocery orders drive the trend. Delivery spikes holiday prep

Illinois is home to legendary foods like horseshoe sandwiches, deep-dish pizza, and Italian beef sandwiches.

Discover Illinois pumpkin butter, the seasonal spread loved by locals. Find the best pumpkin butters from farmers markets to hometown favorites.

Illinois is home to iconic snacks, but its sweetest creation—the chocolate-covered strawberry—earned the title of the state’s best dessert.

Love chili? Illinois’ best bowl is at The Chicago Diner, featuring smoky quinoa chili topped with jalapeño corn poppers, avocado, and sour cream.

Fresh Calhoun peaches are Illinois’ sweet summer treasure—don’t miss them this year.

Chicago deep-dish named world's must-try.

Limited-edition Bourbon County Stouts return with six unique 2025 offerings—ask your local liquor store about reserving your bottles early.