30 restaurant and bar specials for Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
Chicago restaurants and bars are ramping up for the holiday season, and have plenty of specials on tap for Halloween and Dia de los Muertos.
Best Mexican Restaurants in Chicago – Tacos, Tamales, and More
One of the newest Mexican dining experiences in Chicago, Vela brings the blossoming culinary scene of Mexico City to River North.
Non-traditional Uses of Corn
Tortillas are well known globally, and many Americans are familiar with tamales, but there are other corn-based items from Mexico, too, including the oval stuffed corn street food called tlacoyo.
Taste Mexico’s finest at Vela, River North’s new dining spot – NBC Chicago
Vela Bar y Cocina is serving up high-end Mexican cuisine with a dash of edgy charm right in River North.
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago – Chicago Magazine
A slick bar from the Celeste team that channels the vibrancy of Mexico City’s cocktail scene
The New Restaurant Openings You Should Know About
At this new River North spot, you can get tacos, ceviches, and larger plates like barbacoa ossobuco to pair with your coconut-washed tequila cocktails.
New River North Restaurant Paying Homage To Mexico City
Vela Bar y Cocina, a new River North restaurant is bringing the cultural richness and vibrancy of Mexico City right here to the Windy City. Beverage director, Christopher Martinez joined us to share a taste of the cocktail menu.
Hamachi Ceviche – Recipe
Vela just launched a brand new happy hour, featuring specially priced drinks and appetizers inspired by the spirit of Mexico City.
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Vela Bar y Cocina brings a sexy new vibe to the former 3 Greens Market in the shadow of East Bank Club
First Look: Vela Bar & Cocina in River North
The intrigue: Angulo is the first Chicago chef I’ve seen offering fermented mole that he uses to offset the richness of crisp pork belly cubes topped with gooseberry in his castacán.