Foodies

Sample and shop Illinois-made foods and beverages from local vendors at this flavor-focused expo; admission is $10 presale or $15 at the door.

An Edna Lewis Foundation feast and fundraiser at Big Jones, with tickets priced at $150–$250.

A five-course dinner of signature Palm classics paired with Italian and Napa wines celebrates the restaurant’s 100th anniversary.

Crush Fest offers winery tours, winemaking and tasting classes, food trucks, local vendors, and wine and beer, with free admission.

A guided tasting pairing Italian wines with cheese, led by a wine expert at Eataly Chicago.

Taste a deconstructed selection of Bruichladdich’s Classic Laddie cask components with brand ambassador Devin Vilardi.

Join a free coffee tasting at Counter Culture Coffee in West Loop.

Learn to make cozy fall gnocchi in a pasta-making cooking class with Chef Janet.

An autumnal wine event at Vinoteca, with tickets listed at $38.75–$45.