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Where to celebrate Paczki Day and Mardi Gras in Chicago
The upcoming Mardi Gras festivities may be smaller in scale than year’s past, but there are still plenty of opportunities to celebrate. The holiday kicks…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Where to order Super Bowl specials and watch the game in Chicago
Get ready – the big game day is almost here! Although we won’t be cheering our Chicago Bears, there is no mistaking the energy of…
Blog, Dining
Chicago restaurants open for indoor dining
As Chicago continues to responsibly reopen, restaurants across the city have expanded their patio season to offer outdoor dining all winter long. And now, restaurants…
Blog, Dining
Where to get cheap eats from Chicago’s top chefs
Where can you enjoy food from a nationally renowned chef for less than $10? Or dig into a slice of pizza designed by a Michelin…
Blog, Dining, Tours & attractions
24 hours in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood
Chicago’s Little Village (or “La Villita” as the locals call it) is a wonderful neighborhood to spend the day enjoying incredible culture, art, and authentic…
Blog, Dining
Oktoberfest in Chicago: Where to enjoy food and drink specials
Oktoberfest in Munich might be postponed until next year, but the beer-centric event is living on in Chicago’s bars and restaurants. Check out a few…
Dining, Hotels
Chicago’s dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, and more
Want to bring your furry friend everywhere you go? In Chicago, you can! From luxe hotel rooms to outdoor patios to river boat cruises, you…
Blog, Dining
Now open: New restaurants in Chicago
While this year has been a hard one for the restaurant industry, there’s still some bright spots for the local dining scene. New restaurants and…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining
The best Chicago picnic spots
Summer is picnic season in Chicago. While there are plenty of amazing restaurants with outdoor dining, sometimes nothing can beat an old-fashioned picnic in the…
Blog, Dining, Tours & attractions
Things to do in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood
Summer is the absolute best season to explore the Humboldt Park neighborhood. The vibrant area puts their Puerto Rican heritage on proud display, from the…
Blog, Dining
Now open: Chicago bars and breweries with outdoor seating
It’s time to raise a glass because Chicago’s bars and breweries are reopening for outdoor seating. That means you can soak up the summer sun…
Dining
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Chicago with takeout specials, margarita kits, and more
Cinco de Mayo in Chicago might look a little different this year, but there’s no reason we can’t still celebrate at home. The city’s restaurants…
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