Blog, Dining
First Bites Bash is back to kick off Chicago Restaurant Week 2023
After a two year hiatus, First Bites Bash is officially back! This beloved culinary celebration is the kickoff event to Chicago Restaurant Week and features an…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
Chicago Like a Local blog
Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.
Latest blog posts
Blog, Dining
8 cozy coffee shops and cafes in Chicago
As the weather gets colder, there’s nothing better than enjoying a warm drink and the cozy atmosphere of a local coffee shop. And luckily, Chicago’s…
Dining, Sponsored
Check out Green Curtain Events
Looking to attend some of the most exciting events in Chicago? Green Curtain Events (GCE) presents an array of popular happenings throughout the city, all…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Dining
Accessibility in Chicago: a local shares favorite wheelchair-friendly spots
I’ve lived in Chicago for seven years now, and I have decided that by now I get to claim the title of Chicagoan. I grew…
Dining, Sponsored
Get a taste of Time Out Market Chicago
Interested in sampling some of the best cuisines Chicago has to offer, all in one place? Then head over to Time Out Market Chicago in…
Blog, Dining, Sponsored
ROOH Chicago and Bar Goa serve up progressive Indian cuisine and cocktails
ROOH Chicago, located on Restaurant Row in the trendy West Loop neighborhood, has brought upscale, progressive Indian cuisine to the city. ROOH embraces traditional Indian…
Dining
Hot chocolate spots to warm up a Chicago winter
The best way to stay warm during a Chicago winter? Lots of hot chocolate. It’s the perfect pit stop during a day of exploring the…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining, Music
24 hours in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood
One of the Chicago’s most colorful and culturally rich neighborhoods, Pilsen is known for its arts community, dining scene, and nightlife. The area’s first inhabitants…
Dining, Special events
Chicago bachelorette party: 8 ways to celebrate in the city
Planning one last fling before the ring? Chicago is the perfect spot for a getaway with your bachelorette or bachelor party. That’s because there’s a…
Blog, Dining, Nightlife, Tours & attractions
24 hours in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood
Uptown has long been known as a vibrant shopping, nightlife, and entertainment destination on Chicago’s north side. The area first started to boom in 1915…
Dining, Nightlife
24 hours in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood
Logan Square is a one-of-a-kind neighborhood that you can really only find in Chicago. This long-time Latino community has seen an influx of new residents…
Blog, Dining, Special events
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…
Explore Chicago hotels, flights, deals, and more
Plan your trip
