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5 new things to check out at Taste of Chicago
The world’s largest free-admission food festival, Taste of Chicago, is back this week (July 10 – 14) in Grant Park. We all know about the 300+…
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12 vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Chicago for a meat-free meal
When it comes to dining out, vegetarians are often left with limited options. Not in Chicago. The city has always been known for its diverse…
Dining, Special events
Chicago bachelorette party: 6 ways to celebrate in the city
Planning one last fling before the ring? Chicago is the perfect spot for a getaway with your girls. That’s because there’s a little something for…
Dining, Special events
Where to celebrate James Beard Eats Week
Chicago’s dining scene is known around the country for its diverse restaurant landscape, innovative chefs, and Midwestern hospitality — which makes it the perfect place to…
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A food tour of Chicago’s Albany Park: 7 places to try
One of my favorite things about living in Chicago is our abundance of riches, culinarily speaking. I’ve been here nearly a decade, and yet, I’m…
Dining, Special events
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at these Chicago bars & restaurants
St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago is a celebration like no other. And the local bars and restaurant are getting in the Irish spirit with specials…
Dining
Romance blooms at Chicago’s lovebird-led restaurants
There’s no better was to celebrate Valentine’s Day than an intimate dinner for two. And there’s really nothing more fitting than booking a favorite Chicago restaurant…
Dining
8 Chicago restaurant openings to watch in 2019
Chicago flies its foodie flag proudly. Michelin-starred restaurants, food festivals and the James Beard Foundation Awards are as much a part of the city’s landscape…
Dining
Chicago pizza: 13 must-try local spots
Mark your calendars: National Pizza Week is Jan. 13 – 19, 2019. Whether it’s a real holiday or not, it’s the perfect excuse to chow down…
Dining
14 neighborhood bars where you can drink like a local
There are neighborhood bars in every corner of the Chicago, from basement dives to old-school taverns. The one thing they all have in common? They’re…
Dining, Festivals, Special events
Come “Rock the Fork” at two of Chicago Gourmet’s new events
Food and music – they’re a fabulous pair, and “two of Chicago’s most beloved cultural institutions,” says Sam Toia, president and CEO of the Illinois…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining
Here’s why you should absolutely visit Chicago
Welcome to the major U.S. city that feels like home. How can that be, you may ask. Well, home isn’t just a place; it’s a…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining, Music
24 hours in Pilsen
Exploring Pilsen is a truly intoxicating experience, even by Chicago standards. Rich in Latino culture, it’s a neighborhood brimming with music, art, culinary tradition and nightlife…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining, Hotels
8 outside-the-box Chicago experiences
Exhibitions not your thing? Only go to the ballpark to grab a hotdog? Can’t sit still long enough to take in a show? If you…
Architecture & history, Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining, Free & cheap
Discover Chicago stories powered by Vamonde
The one thing that strikes me about living in Chicago is that, no matter how long one lives here, there are always plenty of new…
Dining, Nightlife
4 cozy neighborhood coffee shops in Chicago
The best coffee shops do more than pour a good cup of joe. Like the Parisian cafes of centuries ago, which served as a social…
Dining, Nightlife
Celebrity watch at these Chicago hot spots
We're not the only ones who think Chicago is awesome sauce. Everyone from Gwen Stefani to Ashton
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining, Hotels, Tours & attractions
Chicago’s award-winning culture proves it’s the city at the top
Home to world-renowned architecture, restaurants, parks, museums and theater, nestled into 77 unique neighborhoods, Chicago just keeps besting itself.
Dining
Foodie expert @TasteofKoko shares her 13 favorite Chicago restaurants
Chicago has really, really good food so if you’re a foodie like me, you’re going to love Chicago.
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining
7 unique Chicago picnic spots
Summer in Chicago calls for as much outdoor time as possible, and picnics under the shade of a tree or beneath the starry sky are…
Dining
Culinary aesthetic movement: 6 beautiful Chicago restaurants
Dining out in Chicago isn't only about deliciousness.It's also about style, ambience and creativity. These six "beauty spots" prove our point, from industrial chic and bohemian glam to Hollywood opulence and contemporary sumptuousness.
Dining
Meet 6 star Chicago-born chefs
These six homegrown Chicago chefs create incredible cuisine we just can’t get enough of.While the amazing food they create varies widely, their love for their hometown doesn’t. Sweet home Chicago, indeed.
Dining, Special events
2018 James Beard Awards: Chicago welcomes America’s top chefs
For nearly three decades the James Beard Foundation has celebrated chefs and culinary professionals throughout the restaurant and food industry. It has also advanced “delicious, diverse, and…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining
World in a city: Chicago’s culturally diverse neighborhoods
In a nation of immigrants, few cities reflect our nation's rich melting pot better than Chicago. From Chinatown to Pilsen, and Greektown to Little Italy, immigrants from countries around the world settled into these culturally familiar enclaves back in the 19th and 20th centuries. They remain just as vibrant today, with bustling cafes, restaurants, museums, public art and more.
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