Slicing and sharing a wedding cake is a time-honored tradition signifying a couple’s first activity done together. Although that symbolism isn’t as sharp nowadays, with a caterer often cutting the cake after the first slice, a gorgeous multi-tiered wedding cake still presents a lovely photo op and a chance to savor a sweet moment on your festive day.

Chicago is a captivating city, bustling with culture. It has made many contributions to arts, literature, and of course, – food. When someone thinks of food in Chicago, the first thing that may come to mind is the iconic deep-dish pizza. But, ChiTown has countless other flavors to offer. Some of the best black-owned restaurants in Chicago started right on the Southside.

Gates Bar-B-Q is a family owned company and a Kansas City original with our unique red roof design and “Struttin Man” in full tuxedo and top hat. The connection of good food, fast personalized service and the immediate greeting, “HI, MAY I HELP YOU?” all...