Yearly Archives: 2010
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Chicago Insider: Douglas Pickett on the authentic Italian at Volare and shopping in Andersonville
Chicago Insider: Douglas Pickett on the authentic Italian at Volare and shopping in Andersonville -
We Ask, They Answer: Q&A with comedian Dane Cook
Comedian Dane Cook chats about finding new talent, his big dreams and enjoying the ride By Jennifer Billock Comedian Dane Cook is on his way to Chicago. On Friday, November 12, at the United Center, Cook will be performing his Dane Cook Live show. The Real Chicago checked in with him to ask about his ... -
Shop around the corner: Fresh, unique art and apparel make it difficult to just window shop at Arts & Artisans
By Patricia Hall If you thought you wouldn’t be able to afford that one-of-a-kind piece of art for your home, you couldn’t be more wrong. For almost 20 years, Chicago has been home to Arts & Artisans stores, showcasing a wide variety of hand-crafted art from all over the country. “We are always seeking out ... -
Chicago Insider: Samantha Cybor on West Loop restaurants and First Fridays at the MCA
Chicago Insider: Samantha Cybor on West Loop restaurants and First Fridays at the MCA -
No vegetarians allowed: Examining Chicago’s love affair with steak
We have too many ‘experts’ for it to be an easy decision, but that didn’t stop us from coming up with a list of great steakhouses worth checking out By Trent Modglin Chicago may be more identifiable with deep dish, its mafia past and the Wrigley Field ivy, but we also know a thing or ... -
Shop around the corner: Exercise the mind at Marbles the Brain Store
There’s nothing wrong with shopping and exercising the brain at the same time By Megan Green When someone enters Marbles: The Brain Store, they could simply glance around and assume it’s a basic bookstore or toy store. But the reality is much more mind bending. When co-founders Lindsay Gaskins and Karen Luby first came up ... -
My Chicago: What is the most entertaining bar in the city?
THE QUESTION: What is the most entertaining bar in the city? “Spy Bar in River North. It’s a swanky lounge that is unpretentious, but you can smell the money. The women are appropriately underdressed.” — GEORGE M. ______________________________________________________________ “Debonair in Wicker Park. It’s the perfect place to grab a drink and dance all night. The ... -
We Ask, They Answer: Q&A with comedian Jeffrey Ross
The popular comedian and host of Comedy Central’s Roasts sounds off on David Hasselhoff, his worst gigs and a love of the Chicago crowds at Zanies -
Good Eats at Saigon Sisters: Serving up a “bundle of goodness” in the Chicago French Market
By Jennifer Billock Saigon Sisters has only been open a few weeks, yet has managed to quickly develop a distinct personality. The Vietnamese-French fusion restaurant is family-owned and family-taught, according to manager Mary Nguyen Aregoni, who says her mom teaches the chefs the more traditional recipes. But that’s not to belie their natural talent — ... -
Chicago Insider: Amy Hoffman on Kiki’s French Bistro and biking the city
Amy Hoffman President of Arts & Artisans How long you’ve lived here: Born here, raised inthe suburbs and moved to the loop 20 years ago. What you like best about Chicago: Down-to-earth people, a beautiful lakefront, parks and architecture, excellent restaurants — all in walking distance. Best meal you’ve had recently: Lunch at The Gage ...