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The Valley has no shortage of Chicagoans, so where do these folks go when they’re craving their hometown-style, deep-dish deliciousness? Here are some of our favorite Chicago-style pizzerias around the Valley.

Pour a nice, cold glass of milk because Saturday, August 4, is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! It’s obviously way too hot to turn the oven on and bake your own, so here are five of the best chocolaty morsels from around town:

Foodie news roundup for the week of July 30: Social Hall Tempe, TEXAZ Grill, Babbo Italian Eatery, Southern Rail, Press Coffee app, Miracle Mile Deli, Crust Scottsdale

Now that July 4 is behind us, it’s time to ditch heavy potato and macaroni salads for something lighter, healthier, more flavorful and colorful. The restaurants below have some lip-smacking sides for your next pool party or family barbecue. Call ahead or place an order online to simplify your life and summer. ​

One of our favorite local spots for fresh, healthful fare (we hear Oprah is a fan too) has unveiled its summer menu. True Food Kitchen’s new seasonal menu spotlights ingredients that not only add a big impact to the dish, but are quite beneficial as well.

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa welcomes back its popular Lunch & Learn series, now in its 16th year, kicking off August 4.

Everyone can get a taste of the museum in their very own home as the world’s leading creator of interactive experiences has launched Museum of Ice Cream’s very own branded ice cream.

Foodie news roundup for the week of July 23: Ocean Prime summer date night, Beckett’s Table and Southern Rail Christmas in July, National Chicken Wing Day at Trapp Haus BBQ and Arcadia Tavern

Two Brothers Tap House & Brewery might be known for its incredible beers, but this laidback Scottsdale locale offers up a delicious lineup of refreshing summer cocktails, too. Here are three to try to combat the triple-digit temps. 

Working as executive chef at Toscana’s Restaurant & Lounge at PebbleCreek in Goodyear allows me to flex my cooking skills on various meats. A few tips I’ve learned along the way about grilling will go far if you are trying to impress your friends at your next cookout.