John Dillon – The Langham Lou Malnati’s Chicago is synonymous with deep dish pizza and Lou Malnati’s is a must to get this local favorite. Gooey cheese, buttery crust, and layers and layers of toppings make a Lou’s pie something special. Save room for a skillet cookie for dessert! Judy Sunvold – Loyola University Ditka’s… Read more »
Chicago has such a thick Italian heritage that the buildings might as well be covered in plastic. Nothing says ‘Italian’ more than food, and Chicago has a lot of Italian food. Not all of us are fortunate enough to have a nona [grandma] from the old country that will feed you until you explode. Fortunately,… Read more »
Chicago’s concierges make tens of thousands of reservations per week, and within this section they named 51 restaurants as their favorites for 2020. Beatrix Bistronomic Capital Grille Duck Inn Heaven On Seven The Kitchen Maple & Ash The Publican Sepia Yolk
Sometimes you want an EXPERIENCE when you dine out, and these restaurants bring that to the table (pun intended)! From awesome plating to lively music and more, concierges pick these five restaurants when they’re looking for a fun vibe. Barton G Looking for theatrics and amazing food and drinks to boot? Look no further than… Read more »
Chicago is a melting pot of cultures and the local restaurant scene is no different. Check out these global hotspots that concierge voted as their favorites! Shannon Boland – LondonHouse Carnivale Influence: South America, Spain, and the Caribbean A fun, vibrant space with live performances and a menu with inspired cuisine like paella de mariscos… Read more »
Zeferino Toledo – Radisson Blu The Dearborn Seasonal Midwestern dishes make up the brunt of The Dearborn’s eclectic menu which includes shareable plates like blue crab hushpuppies and entrees like USDA Prime chicken fried steak. Unfussy yet creative, you’ll love the delectable choices from the appetizers to the desserts and all the cocktails in between…. Read more »
You can see food and you can seafood – and concierges see these seafood hotspots as some of their faves for 2020! Laura Cantor – Randolph Tower City Apartments Catch 35 With exciting seasonal specials each month and an innovative menu and ambience, Catch 35 is the perfect spot to indulge in seafood faves alongside… Read more »
Booming thuds and roars fill the mist around the Pier; something wicked this way comes. Excision has returned to Chicago as a part of his new tour, Apex. Jeff Abel, better know as Excision, is a producer and DJ, who is best known for his heavy electronic music and exceptional concert venues. His music consists… Read more »
I can’t think of a better way to welcome spring than with the Chicago Flower and Garden Show at Navy Pier. This botanist’s blowout puts my garage garden to shame. Five days of live shows, competitions, and educational programs makes this an event you won’t want to miss. The show is broken into 16 themed… Read more »
Navy Pier is a haven for local art and culture. New and unique exhibits are always coming into the iconic pier. Loop is one such exhibit. Loop is an interactive art piece by popular artists Olivier Girouard and Jonathan Villeneuve, known for their many public artworks across Canada, in collaboration with creative studio Ottoblix. This… Read more »
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1962 against overwhelming odds. May 5 was celebrated a year later in Mexico and Los Angeles, where the U.S. and Mexican flags flew alongside each other at a parade. Although it has since declined in popularity in Mexico,… Read more »
The 2024-25 theater season in Chicago begins to wind down with some heavy hitters. Broadway in Chicago brings the national tours of three Tony-winning musicals, and a fourth comes from an acclaimed local company. Plus, there’s the American premiere of a British hit about a legendary rock band, the latest offering from the folks at… Read more »