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Incubator helps entrepreneurs bring international flavors—and businesses—to Chicago

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ChicagoGlobal by AJ Caughey

At The Hatchery, many of the entrepreneurs are recent immigrants building businesses based on family recipes, which comes with a unique set of challenges—but plenty of opportunity.

Exterior view of The Hatchery with the Chicago skyline in the background
James Steinkamp
Culture

Rescued Recipes, aiming to preserve Jewish food traditions, comes to Chicago

BLOG
ChicagoGlobal by Margaret Littman

A U.S. Holocaust Museum fundraiser in Glencoe tells the story of the Holocaust lost and found through food.

A handwritten recipe in a notebook
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
Culture

2023 Highlight Reel

Video Series
Featured Video

Thanks to all who were part of our community in 2023! Enjoy this highlight reel of the past year of connections and convenings.

Council President Sarah Gilbert speaks before a crowd at the 2023 Council Community Open House. Culture

Balancing Religious Diversity and National Identity in France

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Does France’s laïcité promote or impede religious freedom?

Newly named French Education Minister Gabriel Attal
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Human Rights

The Oppenheimer Effect: Reigniting Nuclear Awareness

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Discover the power of cinema as we unpack the 'Oppenheimer' movie's ability to resurface long-forgotten fears and inspire dialogue around nuclear consciousness.

Matt Damon, from left, Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy and Florence Pugh pose for photographers upon arrival at the premiere for the film 'Oppenheimer'.
AP Photos
Defense and Security

From Stability to Prosperity: Understanding Costa Rica's Success

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Deep Dish explores what makes Costa Rica a shining example of functionality.

Costa Rica view
AP Photos
Global Politics

Turkey and the Power of Controlling the Narrative

In the News
Chicago Tribune
Elizabeth Shackelford

"Let Turkey’s election be a reminder that a free vote means little in the face of a false narrative," Elizabeth Shackelford writes.

Youngsters stand next to giant election billboard of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
AP Photos
Global Politics

Netflix’s “The Diplomat”: Pop Culture Gives Diplomacy a Boost

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

"The Diplomat" is Hollywood's take on the foreign service. Deep Dish explores the significance with a career diplomat and TV producer.

Rufus Sewell, left, and Keri Russell pose to promote "The Diplomat".
AP Photos
US Foreign Policy

The Continent: Changing the Game in African Media

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

Some of the most important innovations in the news media may be happening in Africa. What can we learn?

Man in Kenya reading his phone
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Culture

How to Be a Global Optimist in 2023

Podcast
Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

As a year of conflict and crises draws to a close, how can we absorb the news without losing hope in 2023 and beyond?

New York Times newspaper reports
REUTERS
Culture