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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Boltwood, which used to be located at 804 Davis St. The restaurant closed December 31, after owner Brian Huston decided not to renew the lease

Local restaurant Boltwood closed after struggling to turn a profit

February 6, 2019

After five years in business, the doors have been bolted shut on Boltwood, a local market-driven restaurant in downtown Evanston. The restaurant closed on Dec. 31, 2018, after owner Brian Huston and...

Students collect free samples at Big Bite Night. The annual event featured 33 restaurants that handed out samples and promotional materials to students and other attendees.

Evanston restaurants open their doors to NU students for Big Bite Night

October 7, 2018

Northwestern students roamed the streets of downtown Evanston on Sunday in search of free food, as restaurants passed out samples and promotional items during Big Bite Night. Associated Student Government...

Community members get samples from various local food vendors at the fourth annual Taste of Evanston. This year’s event primarily benefited local nonprofits Connections for the Homeless and Reba Place Development Corporation.

Annual Taste of Evanston event benefits Connections for the Homeless, Reba Place

July 8, 2018

More than 500 community members filled their plates and stomachs Sunday evening at the fourth annual Taste of Evanston. The event, hosted by the Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club, featured about 40 different...

Edzo’s Burger Shop, 1571 Sherman Ave., borders the Fountain Square construction. General manager Jeffrey Wilson said the restaurant has experienced a drop in business since construction began.

Local businesses express frustration with Fountain Square construction

November 17, 2017

As construction on Fountain Square lags behind schedule, nearby Evanston businesses expressed concern with the loss of customers and possibility of closure. City officials initially projected the renovation...

Evanston chef nominated for James Beard Award

March 1, 2015

Above all else, Evanston chef Brian Huston values simplicity. Wearing a starched white-collared T-shirt, Huston opens his downtown Evanston restaurant Boltwood to the public just before noon. Boltwood is...

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