While fans packed the Windy City Smokeout on Friday night to see Lainey Wilson, the famous country artist was also exploring the city’s food scene both inside and outside the festival grounds.
Before headlining the event beneath a stunning pink Chicago sky, Lainey was spotted enjoying lunch at Miru, located inside the St. Regis Chicago.
Lainey Wilson toured the festival’s BBQ pits at Windy City Smokeout
At the festival, she mingled with pitmasters, including Dave Bonner from Green Street Smoked Meats, Darian Kapture from Terry Black’s Barbecue, and Chris Sexton from Hoo Doo Brown BBQ. She also sampled some of the festival’s standout barbecue, including Terry Black’s renowned giant “dino” beef rib