Crain's Daily Gist

David Manilow is back for our weekly series on the business of food. This week, he recommends local bakeries, including Chicago classics like Dinkel’s, Lutz and Roeser's, as well as new spots like Aya Pastry, La Fournette and Lost Larsen. He also shares highlights from his recent conversation with Stephanie Hart of Brown Sugar Bakery. Plus: Stellantis to lay off about 400 workers at Jeep Cherokee plant in Illinois, West Loop landmark handed over to lender, Salesforce to acquire Chicago AI pioneer and Foxtrot opening flagship store at Tribune Tower.