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Gospel music in Chicago: history and local events and landmarks
The legacy of gospel music in Chicago is enduring — you can still feel its heartbeat in church pews and historic venues across the city.…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
Chicago Like a Local blog
Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.
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30+ of the best bakeries in Chicago
Chicago is renowned for its rich culinary landscape, and its bakeries are no exception. Whether you’re a local with a sweet tooth or a visitor…
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Get a taste of Chicago at O’Hare and Midway International Airports
When it comes to finding iconic Chicago eats and drinks, airline travelers don’t need to look far. O’Hare and Midway International Airports house outposts of…
Blog, Music, Neighborhoods
The history of jazz music on Chicago’s South Side
Chicago is a city shaped by music — and a place with a deep impact on the musical landscape. This is where house music was…
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Guide to navigating international arrivals at O’Hare Airport
International travelers arriving at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) can expect a smooth, organized entry process. Whether you’re heading into the city or catching a…
Music, Nightlife
Explore Chicago jazz
Chicago is home to a legendary jazz scene. You’ll find contemporary clubs giving the spotlight to surprising new sounds, a free downtown festival dedicated to…
Music, Nightlife
5 Chicago neighborhoods for music lovers
Chicago has one of the most exciting music scenes in the country. We’re the birthplace of influential genres (ever heard of house, modern gospel, or…
Food & drink, Nightlife
Chicago’s retro speakeasies and bars
Chicago’s nightlife scene has a long and fascinating history, from sultry clubs frequented by blues legends to Prohibition-era speakeasies with some notorious clientele. Check out…
Blog, Dining
Where the cast of The Bear dines in Chicago
While the latest seasons of The Bear are mainly set in a fictional fine-dining restaurant, the show is also a love letter to Chicago’s real-life…
Dining
An ode to Italian beef: everything you need to know about Chicago’s iconic sandwich
Chicago has invented many world-famous dishes, from deep dish pizza to the jibarito to the brownie and beyond. But few are as iconic, or as…
Museums & art, Parks & outdoors, Tours & attractions
The Bean (Cloud Gate) in Chicago
Cloud Gate, aka “The Bean”, is one of Chicago’s most popular sights. The monumental work of art anchors downtown Millennium Park and reflects the city’s…
Museums & art
Admire masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago
The renowned Art Institute of Chicago is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the country. Home to an extraordinary collection of art…
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