By Wenqing Xu Beat those Chicago winter blues and stress of holiday shopping. Treat yourself at the spa. AIRE Ancient Baths – West Town Originally a Spanish concept, AIRE is inspired by the bathing traditions of ancient Roman, Greek, and Ottoman civilizations. Find it located in a uniquely restored historic West Town building. You can… Read more »
Christkindlmarket is back! After last year’s hiatus, Chicagoans and visitors alike can once again partake in holiday traditions inspired by 16th century German holiday markets. Christkindlmarket is one of the first and best known outdoor markets full of holiday cheer, food gifts, and more. The authentic Christkindlmarket in Downtown Chicago and at Gallagher Way in… Read more »
The Auditorium Theatre has a past that follows the path of Chicago’s history. From the Great Chicago Fire and World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893 to the great rock and roll era of the 1960s. From the 1970s to the present. From opera to hip-hop, from political conventions to sporting events, the Auditorium Theatre has played a… Read more »
AN IMMERSIVE FOOD AND THEATER EXPERIENCE “A Recipe For Disaster,” is an immersive food and theater experience written by James Beard Award-winning Chef Rick Bayless, Windy City Playhouse Artistic Director Amy Rubenstein and Windy City Playhouse Associate Artistic Director Carl Menninger, directed by Jeff Award Winner David H. Bell. The Story Bayless, Rubenstein and Carl… Read more »
Photo by Erik Witsoe on Unsplash It’s raining, it’s pouring, but that doesn’t mean your day has to be boring! Chicago is full of indoor activities perfect for uncooperative weather. Don’t let a little drizzle stop you from having a great Chicago experience- check out some of our ideas on how to spend a gloomy… Read more »
ENJOY MEXICAN HERITAGE, ART & FOOD IN PILSEN By: Leentje De Leeuw Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday, celebrated on November 1 and 2. In contrast to the Catholic All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, the Día de los Muertos is a celebration rather than a time of… Read more »
By Leentje De Leeuw (born and beer-ed in Belgium) MONK’S 205 W Lake – The Loop The odds of running into members of the clergy are probably pretty slim here, but when it comes to quenching your thirst with some of Belgium’s finest beers, Monk’s is definitely the place to be. They also offer a… Read more »
State Street “State Street, that great street …” sang Sinatra—and we couldn’t agree more! Home of the iconic former Marshall Fields (now Macy’s), State Street will suit all of your shopping needs. Whatever the occasion and whomever you’re shopping for, consider State Street your one-stop-shop—also full of awesome photo ops! Andersonville Home to dozens of… Read more »
Whether you’re the next Celine Dion or require liquid courage, there’s a karaoke stage calling your name every day of the week in Chicago. Step up to the mic at these Chicago karaoke bar favorites—broken down by neighborhood.
Summer in Chicago means lots of time outdoors! The outdoor spaces in this city come alive when the weather starts warming up so it’s a great time to visit and explore. We taped some of our concierge to share what some of their favorite ways to soak up the sun and city are. Philippe Gills… Read more »