Thinking of joining one of Chicago’s many exclusive members-only clubs? Whether for business or pleasure, most offer a plethora of benefits. For help deciding which elite club is right for you, we’ve highlighted some of our favorites. Soho House Chicago Maybe you’re not an artist per se, but if you appreciate cool and trendy spaces, […]
The Chicago restaurant scene is back in business! We’re thrilled to see all the restaurants that have re-opened to enthusiastic guests. And against all odds, new restaurants are still opening… and thriving. It’s a celebratory feeling out there right now, with people gathering joyously on Chicago’s fabulous restaurant patios, and inside as well. Be sure […]
It’s hard to believe that the Lucky Platter, one of Evanston’s favorite hangouts, will turn 30 this year. We moved to Evanston shortly before it opened, and it’s been our go-to since the beginning, when we would place our baby’s car seat on the table as we ate our meal. That little baby is now […]
The pandemic is receding, the sun is shining, and temperatures are rising. Slowly, people are venturing outside their homes, hungry for dining and other social experiences they used to enjoy in the Before Times. According to the data scientists at Zenwatch, foot traffic at bars and restaurants is up 41% for the year and 33% […]
Of all the seasons in Chicago (winter, false spring, second winter, construction, Satan’s closet), the best one is upon us: it’s patio season! Of course, it takes on added importance this year as many people still prefer to dine outside. Now that the weather is inching toward warmth, (although the notoriously fickle Chicago spring weather […]
Spring is the time of rebirth, and that is definitely the case in the Chicago restaurant community. Many of your favorite restaurants are reawakening after their pandemic slumber, and there have been a surprising number of new restaurant openings, with more to come on the horizon. Big names (think José Andres, Paul Kahan, Joe Flamm, […]
March is Women’s History Month and by all means, be sure to laud the myriad achievements made by women, from Gertrude Stein and Marie Curie to Mae Jamison and Malala Yousafazai, from Althea Gibson and Shirley Chisholm to Serena Williams and Tammy Duckworth. Show your support for women-owned businesses, and support legislation that continues to […]
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Do you love chocolate? Then come out to the Chocolate, Wine & Spirits Expo April 21-22 at the Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium at Plumbers Hall. Designed for chocolate lovers, this delectable event will feature tempting samples, a benefit wine and spirits tasting, demonstrations and pairings, and much more! Plus, guests will receive complimentary admission to […]
Romance isn’t dead — it just needs a little nudge now and then to keep it alive. Every year, in the weeks before Valentine’s Day, the romance machine starts up. Tables are reserved, flowers are arranged, and chocolates are bought. Restaurants are full to bursting and couples feel the love on Feb. 14. But on […]
