Even Momotaro’s more conceptual dishes are understandable and approachable, yet still indicative of artisanal craft — and delicious.

By Jessica Berson Favorite brunch spots Formento’s (West Loop) One of the most Instagrammed brunch spots in all of Chicago, Formento’s actually manages to live up to the hype. People will sometimes wait for an hour for the chance to sit on the patio in order to get the perfect lighting for their massive cinnamon ...

The leads were performing moves of extreme athletic intensity with the fluidity and precision of moving illustrations. ... It was truly captivating.

Steppenwolf's "Downstate" does an excellent job of balancing perspectives and challenging preconceptions. ... It invites the audience to consider empathy for those who society extends it to least of all.

The miso premium ramen was scrumptious, creating a wonderful merger of ingredients to go with the homemade egg noodles and prime rib.

Jack’s Pumpkin Nights is the perfect blend of entertainment for the kids during the day and the adults (and a bit of a singles scene) later in the afternoon into the evening. With plenty of fall-themed props, Instagrammable photo opportunities abound too.

It's a curated series of digital artworks — utilizing 34 projectors and totaling nearly one million lumens — projected across 2.5 acres of theMART’s exterior façade

For the 16th year in a row, The Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer, North America’s largest barrel-aged beer festival and competition, is making its way back to Chicago Nov. 16 and 17

Perhaps the epicenter for taking in the colors of the season in Chicago is Lincoln Park, in all its tree-filled splendor, nestled in between high-rise condominiums and Lake Michigan.

Visit ChicagoMarathon.com to download the spectator guide and Bank of America Chicago Marathon app, which includes important information and maps.