Go ahead, keep a schedule. Let us know how that turns out.
You like staying fit and active, even when on vacation. I get it--well, not really--but I understand that muscle building, fat burning, and health consciousness don't always take breaks. At first, staying fit during a visit to Chicago can seem overwhelming with a seemingly infinite variety of hot dogs, pizza, and beer around every corner. But I promise you, this city is as fit as it is fabulous and I'll show you the way.
Open Books (213 West Institute Place) is a gem of a bookstore where every purchase helps support community programs that promote literacy in Chicago and beyond. Brimming with over 50,000 donated books, this unique bookstore promises great prices and a great selection.
With the University of Chicago at its center and The Museum of Science and Industry nearby, the neighborhood of Hyde Park makes for a great day of exploring. But this vibrant South Side community boasts more than just a beautiful campus and one of the largest science museums in the world. If you're interested in discovering Hyde Park, here are five more fun, family-friendly stops - including a bookstore, an Indiana Jones-style museum and a
Tickets go on sale today (Wednesday, May 15) at 10AM for two of the Taste of Chicago's premier events. If you're looking for a three-course meal prepared by one of the city's best chefs or want an up-close look at recording artist Robin Thicke, act now. The Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events is selling tickets to the popular Celebrity Chef du Jour program ($40) and for a place in the Petrillo Music Shell's seating pavilion
Having fun in Chicago without spending a dime is easy. Our city has a wealth of attractions that don't cost a thing - you just have to know where to look. Your best bet is to ask a local! If you're traveling with children and looking to stay within a budget, here are our picks for fun, free things to do in Chicago this summer.
For the second straight year Taste of Chicago will feature the Mazda6 Celebrity Chef du Jour, a daily dining experience that offers a sit-down, three course meal by one of the city's top chefs. This year's menu of celebrity chefs is: Rick Bayless, Carrie Nahabedian, Giuseppe Tentori, a special pairing of Gale Gand and The Hearty Boys and the newest James Beard Foundation Outstanding Chef Award winner for 2013, Paul Kahan.
It's Mother's Day weekend, so Chicago Like a Local suggests you show love the one person on this planet that knows it's your birthday without a day-of prompting by Facebook. The Spirit of Chicago and Odyssey Cruises are both offering Mother's Day voyages of Lake Michigan, and for added inspiration we have a helpful guide for treating the family matriarch. But Chicago's more than brunches, massage gift certificates and artisanal baskets of exotic
This blog delivers reasons why Chicago is THE destination for people on the daily, but we've been noticeably lacking in making its case to our quadripedal friends. Well, that ends today. With almost 700 parks, enormous green spaces and plenty of running trails, Chicago is a dog's paradise.
Celebrate Mother's Day by taking the family matriarch out on the town for a special brunch, a pedicure, or a picnic this weekend. The Waldorf Astoria is hosting a brunch fit for a queen at their Balsan Restaurant on Sunday (reservations at (312)-646-1470). The Palmer House Hilton is holding a mom-friendly feast of their own at the in-house Lockwood Restaurant. And Chicago will be buzzing with appreciation for the woman who sat through all of your
Sit back and sip those margaritas, Moms and Dads - we've got you and the kids covered with some of the tastiest tacos out there. Whether you're celebrating Cinco de Mayo or just need your seasoned beef fix, check out our picks for Chicago's best family-friendly taquerias.
