It’s time for another Chicago Air and Water Show, and this year’s event will feature a favorite former Cub. Plus, don’t miss two food festivals, a $1 shopping event, and a concert for “Lord of the Rings” fans. And get ready for Monday’s eclipse with these Chicago events and tips. Evanston Art & Big Fork […]
When you’re as busy as most Chicagoans, you need your coffee. Thankfully, there are plenty of coffee shops and bars to fulfill all your caffeine needs. Of course, there’s a Starbucks on nearly every corner, but who wants that same old chain coffee when hidden in nearly every neighborhood is a spot where you could be sipping coffee […]
Here are five things to do this weekend in Chicago, including festivals all about hot dogs or veggies, an outdoor picnic, and family-focused events. Chicago Hot Dog Fest Aug. 11-13 Chicago Chicago History Museum will once again host this ode to the hot dog with vendors like Downtown Dogs, Edzo’s, Pinstripes and more. Plus, don’t […]
Lollapalooza takes center stage this weekend in Chicago, but if you won’t be rocking out in Grant Park, make your way to Victory Gardens Theater for six brand-new plays or Soldier Field for Chicago Bears Family Fest. Or, head out to the suburbs for a new museum exhibit (and free admission) and two festivals. Plus, […]
It should come as no surprise to anyone that I eat out a fair amount. The pursuit of everything delicious is my chosen profession, after all. A sacrifice must be made, and every pound I gain (and there have been a few this year) is in service to you, our readers. Here are some particularly […]
Chicago is set to host this year’s MLS All-Star game next week, but the fun begins this weekend with a wide variety of free events. Plus, don’t miss wine tastings in the city and the suburbs, a festival all about bloody marys, and a classic car show. And find even more events in our Summer […]
Updated March 26, 2018 In the not-too-distant past, Wrigley Field wasn’t what one would call a culinary oasis. Sure, you could find a solid Chicago-style dog, a bag of peanuts, a cold beer, and some lemon ice, but there wasn’t much else to write home about, and much of the food just outside the park was more […]
With the North Shore Taco Fest, an ice cream social in Evanston, and the Chicago Craft Beer Festival, it’s another great weekend for foodies. Plus, make a difference at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago and tour the city by land and lake. North Shore Taco Fest July 20-23 Highwood More than 20 restaurants, caterers and food […]
Summer continues to roll along with a birthday bash at Navy Pier, a jewelry trunk show at Chicago Botanic Garden, a fair in Chinatown, free ice cream from the Museum of Science and Industry, and a new rock ‘n’ roll exhibit at the Illinois Holocaust Museum. Plus, find even more things to do in Chicago […]
Chef Zoë Schor elevates Americana comfort food at Split-Rail, featuring local and seasonal ingredients with a contemporary twist. After parting ways with DMK Restaurants’ Ada Street, Schor joined General Manager Michelle Szot and Sous Chef Michael Knutson to realize her dream of owning her own restaurant in the ideal location of West Town. The frequently […]
