Chicago Insider: Hanna Maki-Jokela on Kaiser Tiger's patio, Juno Sushi and perusing the shelves at Spice House

“I hand-pick every item,” says Rubbleke. “When I opened the store, I wanted to have a small assortment of on-trend styles. We only order two of everything in each size.”

“Wild Goose in Lincoln Square has some of the best wings I’ve ever had. I actually crave their wings.

Chicago Insider: Chris Hynes on rooftop happy hours, the ribs at Chicago Q and State Street shopping

Ever wish you had an active local’s opinion on how best to enjoy your own city? We have too, so here are some answers

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Ever wish you had an active local’s advice on how to enjoy the city? We have too, so here are some answers Luis Torres Concierge at The W Lakeshore How long you’ve lived here: All of my life. I have friends in all parts of Chicago so I know my way around pretty good. What ...

Ever wish you had an active local’s advice on how best to enjoy the city? We have too, so here are some answers Hilary Ward Concierge at the Amalfi Hotel How long you’ve lived here: A total of 20 years in the nearby suburbs, going on nine years downtown. What you like best about Chicago: ...

The Cubs’ long-time radio announcer, Pat Hughes, on life in the booth, the Cubs’ appeal and the allure of Wrigley By George Vlahos Photo courtesy of Steve Green Pat Hughes was born Virgil Patrick Hughes on May 27, 1955 in Tucson, Ariz., and has served as the play-by-play voice of the Chicago Cubs on WGN ...