Illinois Foods

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.

There's a little slice of Peru right here in Illinois, and it’s got foodies buzzing with excitement.

Visit Taste of Chicago, the world’s largest food festival, with free entry, live music, and local eats from deep-dish to cupcakes in Grant Park.