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    Chicago Insider Etienne Padin on obscure museums, shopping in Andersonville and dining at Maple & Ash

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 31, 2019
    While in Logan Square catching a movie at the retro Logan Theatre, I enjoy dining at Cafe Con Leche — a Latin-fusion restaurant and ...
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    Chicago Insider Alice Yau on exploring the 606 trail, burgers at Small Cheval and kayaking the Chicago River

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 1, 2019
    One of the best places to bike/run is the 606 trail. It is along an old railway line passing through some northwest-side neighborhoods like ...
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    Chicago Insider Michelle Fasano on dinner at Ada Street, jazz at the California Clipper and the rooftop at the Robey Hotel

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    August 1, 2018
    The California Clipper is a speakeasy-style bar with live jazz music and a small dance floor. I feel transported to another time when I ...
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    Chicago Insider John Barbaro on rooftop bars, Prime and Provisions and pouring beer at Tapster

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 1, 2018
    I had a delightful experience at Prime and Provisions. I am admittedly a steak kind of guy, so I was set up for success. ...
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    Chicago Insider Sheena Lawrick on ice skating at the Maggie Daley ribbon, cocktails at The Sixth and celebrating at Homestead on the Roof

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    December 22, 2017
    The Sixth has amazing cocktails with an extremely laid-back vibe. I’m a huge fan of any cocktail created by Benjamin Schiller.
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    Chicago Insider: Vineeta Santoshi on Blue Door Kitchen, Russian Tea Time and quiet time in the Harold Washington Library

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    October 24, 2017
    The Winter Garden in the Harold Washington Library is an architectural highlight offering natural light all year around. It’s a great, quiet spot to ...
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    Chicago Insider: Hanna Maki-Jokela on Kaiser Tiger’s patio, Juno Sushi, and perusing the shelves at the Spice House

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    August 17, 2017
    Chicago Insider: Hanna Maki-Jokela on Kaiser Tiger's patio, Juno Sushi and perusing the shelves at Spice House
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    Chicago Insider: Bob Klees on the big flavors at De Quay, Andersonville shopping and Chicago’s First Lady cruises

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    June 27, 2017
    "My secret Chicago spots would be Ohio Street Beach, Cafe Oliva and the rooftop at Ivy Hotel. ... They’re great for an uncrowded, low-key ...
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    Chicago Insider: Caitlin Meeter on RM Champagne Salon, LaBagh Woods, and bowling at Southport Lanes

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    May 1, 2017
    Even walking to the front door of RM Champagne Salon seems like you’re privy to a secret place — a gangway that opens up ...
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    Chicago Insider: Katie Schmits on Kuma’s Corner, Gene’s Sausage Shop’s rooftop and biking the city

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    February 25, 2017
    Gene’s Sausage Shop in Lincoln Square is a small grocery store that boasts a sunny, super laid-back rooftop with umbrella-covered picnic tables and a ...
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  • Inside Scoop: Massive FoBAB beer festival returns to Chicago this weekend, Nov. 12-13

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    November 11, 2021
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  • November 11, 2021

    Inside Scoop: Massive FoBAB beer festival returns to Chicago this weekend, Nov. 12-13

  • July 31, 2019

    Chicago Insider Etienne Padin on obscure museums, shopping in Andersonville and dining at Maple & Ash

  • July 30, 2019

    First Look review: CMX CineBistro provides a fun, fresh take on the luxury dine-in theater experience

  • July 28, 2019

    Finger lickin’ good: Six trusted Chicago spots for a stellar barbecue experience

  • July 25, 2019

    The Big City Blog: Four Friday Night Flights beer tastings remain this summer, including July 26 in Ravenswood

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      November 11, 2021
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      July 31, 2019
    • First Look review: CMX CineBistro provides a fun, fresh take on the luxury dine-in theater ...

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      July 30, 2019

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