Step onto Argyle Street on a Thursday evening, and you'll quickly understand why the Argyle Night Market has become a summer favorite. Neighbors gather over dinner, local artists welcome visitors to their booths, live performances fill the street, and for a few hours, everyone feels like part of the community.

Cameron Chung is officially the 2026 Gerber Baby, becoming the newest face of one of America's most iconic baby brands and marking a meaningful moment of Asian American representation.

Hosted by the Chicago Asian Network alongside Chef Thai Dang, Do-Rite Donuts, Cà Phê Đá Vietnamese Coffee, Chicago Water Taxi, and Wendella Tours & Cruises, the Industry Gratitude Cruise brought together culinary professionals for a well-deserved moment of connection, appreciation, and community.

The Foundation has officially unveiled its 2026-2027 TasteTwenty cohort, an exclusive group of 20 chefs selected from across the country to headline the highly anticipated Taste America national tour. This annual program spotlights visionary culinary leaders who are actively shaping the future of American dining through immense creativity, community impact, and rich cultural storytelling.

The culinary industry's biggest night just wrapped up in Chicago, and the results are in. Asian chefs, authors, and journalists delivered an impressive showing at the 2026 James Beard Awards, earning recognition across some of the food world's most prestigious categories.

Artist Theaster Gates and entrepreneur Heiji Choy Black recently partnered to open Han Cha, a Korean-inspired tea salon, and Yunomi, an evening cocktail lounge housed inside the Arts Bank. Together, the concepts bring Asian hospitality traditions into one of Chicago’s most important cultural institutions.

From unforgettable cookbook memoirs to expertly crafted omakase experiences, these trailblazers continue to reshape the culinary landscape. They are serving unforgettable stories on the page and bold flavors on every plate. We are beyond excited to spotlight the chefs, authors, and hospitality visionaries who earned a spot on this year’s prestigious list. 

For many in Chicago's Asian community, Richland has become a source of familiarity and belonging. That is why recent news regarding the future of this underground food hall is resonating far beyond typical real estate concerns. 

McDonald’s is teaming up with Netflix to bring the world of K-Pop Demon Hunters to life starting March 31. This isn't just a menu drop it’s a full-scale cultural takeover where fans choose between rival groups HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys.

AACC’s 43rd Annual Lunar New Year Gala drew more than 1,100 attendees for an evening of cultural celebration, community recognition, and political visibility. From heartfelt tributes and awards to a standout performance by Shin Lim, the event highlighted the strength, unity, and growing influence of Chicago’s Asian American community.

On March 3, Starbucks introduced a spring menu filled with tropical and culturally rich flavors, including ube, coconut, and a newly reimagined chai.