New on the Scene: A quick look at some of Chicago’s hottest new restaurants — and why they’re thriving

Rather than your typical intimate, candlelit dinner, this Valentine’s Day special invites guests to travel back in time to Chicago in 1929.

Crime, deep-dish pizza and live blues and jazz: Can you think of three things more quintessentially Chicago?

Head to Barn & Company on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays for specials like $3 tacos, $15.99 all-you-can-eat ribs and $12.99 all-you-can-eat wings, respectively.

The Big City Blog: Rick Bayless' new Xoco, Broadway in Chicago's free concert, wine events and more

The Big City Blog: New Year’s parties, brunches and specials throughout Chicago

Ever wish you had an active local’s advice on how to enjoy the city? We have too, so here are some answers NICOLE FORTMAN CHICAGO CHINA RESOURCES GROUP How long you’ve lived here: 11 years. What you like best about Chicago: This is a difficult question to answer, because I love Chicago so much! It ...

ANTHONY GATES CONCIERGE AT THE HOTEL ALLEGRO How long you’ve lived here: My entire life (32 years). What you like best about Chicago: There are three main things I like about Chicago: The rich architecture the city has to offer, from the Willis Tower to the historic Rookery Building in the Loop. I like the ...

Chicago winters can be brutal, we know. So with that fact in mind, here are a few of our favorite places to stop in and warm up for a bit. By Megan Green and Jennifer Billock Chicago winters can leave even the bravest souls scrambling for cover. The wind and cold hit you until it ...

Toe-tapping music and more: The Redhead makes it easy to enjoy yourself late into the evening Do you enjoy live music, singing along to songs you know by heart, an impressive array of liquor options and a step back into old-school Chicago? If so, The Redhead may become your new favorite bar during your stay ...