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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


Best of Evanston 2022

Best of Evanston 2022

February 28, 2022

After dozens of nominations and hundreds of votes, The Daily Northwestern’s 10th annual Best of Evanston Edition is here. We’ve compiled a list of your 22 favorite restaurants, businesses and hidden...

A decade of Best of Evanston

A decade of Best of Evanston

February 28, 2022

In honor of the 10th anniversary of Best of Evanston, The Daily has created a map depicting the locations and frequency of awards across the city. Navigate through the map to learn about the winners and...

Tomate workers prepare meals in front of a window, outside of which is a painting of colorful tomatoes. The workers wear teal shirts and black aprons.

Best Restaurant, Best Meal for a Tight Budget: Tomate Fresh Kitchen

February 27, 2022

For the fourth year running, Tomate Fresh Kitchen was voted Evanston’s best restaurant. It’s a remarkable feat for the small establishment, located at 914 ½ Noyes Street, especially when you consider...

Incoming students are always excited to get to know Chicago, but there are plenty of small businesses in Evanston to explore as well. The Daily takes you on a tour of some of our favorites.

Shopping Local: An Evanston Small Business Starter Pack

August 15, 2021

Many Northwestern students walk into Wildcat Welcome determined to get to know “the city” well during their four years on campus. Though the phrase usually refers to wide-eyed Chicago outings at first,...

Tania Merlos-Ruiz poses with a white cake. She is wearing a red shirt and stands in front of a yellow wall.

Q&A: Tania Merlos-Ruiz, owner of Tomate Fresh Kitchen, and husband talk challenges during the pandemic

May 20, 2021

Nestled between Coffee Lab Evanston and Noyes Barber Shop, Tomate Fresh Kitchen is run by Tania Merlos-Ruiz and her husband, Polo Ruiz. Awarded Best Restaurant in The Daily Northwestern’s Best of Evanston...

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