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5 holiday date night ideas in Chicago
The hardest time of year to get out of the house can also be the most rewarding (and romantic). Just because it’s snowy out there doesn’t…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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7 great books set in Chicago
Chicago has been the backdrop of both modern and classic literary works. And in many cases, the city acts as both the setting and a…
Dining
14 Chicago 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…
Architecture & history
Explore Chicago’s hidden underground
There’s so much to see on the streets of Chicago. But most people never see what’s lurking just below the surface. The city hides layers…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Free & cheap
The best cheap things to do in Chicago for Halloween
The spookiest season of the year can also get pretty expensive. Whether it’s splurging on the perfect costume or shelling out for a bar package,…
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Chicago’s most haunted hotels
Two of Chicago’s most historic hotels are also its most haunted. While guests at the Congress Plaza and The Drake enjoy luxury, comfort and meticulous attention to detail, they also revel in ghostly lore – particularly during Halloween season.
Architecture & history
8 haunted Chicago sights you probably didn’t know about
Chicago is heir to a bevy of spine-tingling ghost stories, from the Congress Hotel, reportedly one of the most haunted hotels in the country, to the site of the Valentine’s Day Massacre.
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…
Music, Nightlife
7 cozy Chicago hangouts with cool music
Chicago is a music city, where major acts fill stadiums and concert halls, raising the excitement of roaring crowds to fever pitch. But Chicago is…
Free & cheap, Museums
10 Chicago museums for $10 or less
World-class arts and culture on a budget? Chicago has you covered. Here are 20 museums and attractions with admission fees of $10 or less — and…
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, 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…
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