Tag: The Real Chicago
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The Big City Blog: Zanies kicks off its 40th anniversary with a celebration of comedy
“(Zanies) is tight and traps the energy of the crowd. That little room literally shakes with laughter most nights. It’s magic.” -
The Big City Blog: Still feeling the Christmas spirit after the fact? Check out these extended holiday activities and exhibits
ZooLights includes lights synchronized to holiday music, animal-shaped yard decorations and activities like trains, a Ferris wheel and Undersea Adventure. -
Chicago’s Signature Dishes: The taco trio at Big Star and el filet at Tango Sur
From esteemed chef Paul Kahan, this bourbon- and beer-focused, taco-slinging, honky-tonk joint is a local favorite in the heart of hipster haven Wicker Park. -
Shop Around the Corner: Good Games offers old favorites, creative new games, and free space to meet and play
In addition to selling games, cards and hard-to-find expansion packs, Good Games is also a destination for gamers of all kinds to meet up and play. -
Chicago Insider Sheena Lawrick on ice skating at the Maggie Daley ribbon, cocktails at The Sixth and celebrating at Homestead on the Roof
The Sixth has amazing cocktails with an extremely laid-back vibe. I’m a huge fan of any cocktail created by Benjamin Schiller. -
The Big City Blog: “Free Days” return to the Field Museum in 2018 for Illinois residents
The Field Museum’s "Free Days" are back in 2018. This includes an entire month of free basic admission for Illinois residents during Free February, plus additional specific free days in January and June. -
Chicago’s Signature Dishes: The “Mother of all Burgers” and Mata Hari’s meatloaf at the spy-themed Safehouse
Visiting agents must be sly to locate SafeHouse — and stealthy to gain entrance. Once inside, this unique, family-friendly spot will satisfy your cravings for locally-sourced comfort food and crafty cocktails. -
The Local Corner: Exploring the Franklin and Chicago intersection in River North
While the dresses are unique, they won’t break the budget and evoke a certain fairytale factor that every blushing bride strives for. -
We Ask, They Answer: Q&A with Tyler Samples, director of Second City’s “Holidazed & Confused”
We sat down with Holidazed & Confused director Tyler Samples to discuss why the holidays — and family — are so easy to make fun of. For ticket information, visit www.UpComedyClub.com -
Spotlight on Klairmont Kollections: One of the best car museums the world has to offer — right here in Chicago
For car lovers, this is paradise, plain and simple. ... And if you happen to catch Mr. Klairmont at the museum, stop and say hello. You’ll get a history lesson you won’t find in a book.
