CNBC's Darren Rovell loves a good hot dog and he's launched a Twitter contest to name the best new hot dog topping for fans at Lambeau Field. Green Bay is home to the reigning Super Bowl champs and some seriously tasty food from cheese curds to sizzling hot brats. The winning dog topper will be featured when the Packers faceoff against the Minnesota Vikings on November 14. Learn more here.

CIW week was a blast and we were excited to be a part of such a unique gathering. Fast Company’s Chuck Salter did a great wrap up of the event. Click here to get a snapshot of the sights and sounds of CIW.

Earlier this week, Spiaggia guests had the rare opportunity to taste a bit of history with Chef Tony Mantuano's Columbus Day- inspired menu. Though the award-winning restaurant is famous for its authentic Italian cuisine, the menu based on recipies from the Renaissance ventured deep into the food origins of Italy. Read more about this facinating new dining trend in the Wall Street Journal.

Next week, Chicago Ideas Week takes over the city as thousands of thinkers, doers and creative masterminds convene to discuss what’s now and what’s next. Our very own Alison Weber, Chief Innovations Officer of Levy Restaurants, will be among this global gathering of great minds and if you were lucky enough to score a ticket to this sold out event, you’ll get a chance to learn more about what makes Levy Innovations tick. You can also learn more in this NBC Chicago story.