The Thompson is One of the Tops; A Belgian Beer and Gnome Festival; More

GOLD COAST—Here's another feather in the cap for Paul Kahan and One Off Hospitality. Conde Nast Traveler named the Thompson one of the top six new food hotels in the world and one of only two in the country. Nico Osteria is the food draw, of course. [Conde Nast Traveler]

LOGAN SQUARE—Chouffe Fest, a traveling Belgian beer extravaganza that "transforms unique event spaces into a gnome-inspired realm," is coming to Logan Auditorium on May 1. You can buy $10 tickets here. [EaterWire]

GENEVA—Phil Vettel reports that A Toda Madre, a suburban Mexican spot he gave two stars last year, is moving to Glen Ellyn in the summer. [Tribune]

ANN ARBOR—Takashi Yagihashi opened Slurping Turtle in Ann Arbor today. [Multiple Reports]