Kristina Alto

Kristina Alto Food + Drink Writer

Kristina Alto moved to Chicago in 2007 but found her home in Logan Square in 2012. When she’s not making her membership base at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs the happiest clams in the world, Kristina loves to spend her time baking cookies, traveling the world, eating too much food, and dreaming of getting her first kitten.

Restaurant News: The Moonlighter and Lonesome Rose To Open, Lost Lake’s Kitchen Is Back, Maplewood Gets a Taproom

September 30, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

The dog days of summer didn’t slow down Logan Square’s food and drink scene for a second. Catch up with LoganSquarist on what’s been happening!

Restaurant News: Logan Square Wins Big At Bar Awards, Bottle Rocket Opens, Wasabi Expands

July 13, 2017 by Kristina Alto 2 Comments Filed Under: Food + Drink

Summer never ceases to be a busy season for Logan Square (so many patios, so little time!) so here’s a recap of what’s been happening.

Mimosas for Mom: Mother’s Day Brunches in Logan Square

May 12, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

This Mother’s Day show some love to the woman who’s always been there for you by taking her out to one of many Logan Square’s restaurant gems.

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Logan Square

April 27, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

From tacos to margaritas to mariachi music, Logan Square is ready to help you celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

Bunnies & Buffets: Easter Brunch in Logan Square

April 12, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

Easter is just around the corner and while this holiday means different things to different people, one thing is for sure — everyone loves a good Easter Sunday brunch.

Restaurant News: Tour de Fat Leaves Palmer Square; More Coffee for Logan Square; Daisies Moves Into Analogue Space

March 26, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

Spring has sprung in Logan Square, which means it’s time to emerge from your cozy hibernation hidey-hole and check out what’s new in the neighborhood.

Super Bowl Parties in Logan Square: The Ultimate Sunday Funday

February 3, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

Looking for a place to watch the year’s biggest sporting event? Or the commercials/half-time show? Look no further! Logan Square has got you covered.

Restaurant News: Surf Bar, Owen + Alchemy, Ale Syndicate Close; Mi Tocaya, Navigator Bar Coming Soon

January 31, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

It’s been a busy few weeks for Logan Square’s bar and restaurant scene with plenty of comings and goings, so here’s a rundown on what’s been happening in the neighborhood.

Chicago Restaurant Week Comes to Logan Square

January 19, 2017 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink, Neighborhood

With all of the holiday excitement behind us and only a gloomy stretch of gray winter days before us, what is there for Logan Squarites to look forward to? Chicago Restaurant Week, of course!

Celebrate in the Square: Christmas and NYE in Logan Square

December 20, 2016 by Kristina Alto Leave a Comment Filed Under: Food + Drink

Keeping your holidays merry, bright, and local? LoganSquarist has you covered with a jolly good list of all your partying, feasting, and imbibing options.