Chicago Food Trends: What defined 2025 & what’s next in 2026 | Tasting Chicago A festive bar crawl, Chicago-style. Sylvia Perez visits four must-see holiday pop-ups — plus food trends, beer talk, and a toast to the traditions that make the season feel like home. CHICAGO - It's that time of year! When Chicago pulls out all the festive stops, there's a holiday pop-up bar on every corner for every vibe, palate, and friend group.