They’re the highlight of every lunchbox, the perfect foil to a glass of milk, the cure-all remedy of grandmothers, co-workers and best friends the world over. There is simply no wrong time to have a cookie—or make a dozen or two.
Pastry Chicago, an organization comprised of passionate people who love all forms of pastry, is seeking 25 cookie enthusiasts to participate in its Fifth Annual Amateur Cookie Competition. The event will be held on Aug. 25 from 2-4 p.m. at Whole Foods-South Loop at 1101 S. Canal St. in Chicago. This year’s cookie theme is almond and California raisin.