Tag: The Real Chicago
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The Local Corner: Exploring the Milwaukee and Honore intersection in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood
Umami's burgers, fries and even cocktails are crafted with every detail in mind (even the corn on the cob is coated with parmesan cheese, their master sauce, soy and lime). -
Inside Scoop: Chicago Magic Lounge’s new digs, ROOF at TheWit’s movie series, exhibits at the MCA and MSI, Kanela expansion
The Monday Movie series at ROOF begins on the rooftop lounge at dusk, and free popcorn will also be given to guests. -
First Look review: The Goodman’s “Ah, Wilderness” is a funny, endearing tale of teenage heartache
Ah, Wilderness is a very well-rounded show that had me thinking back to the foolish tendencies I had as a love-struck teenage boy. -
Shop Around the Corner: Lincoln Park’s Margaret O’Leary mixes contemporary, relaxed California style with subtle Irish flare
From the age of three, O'Leary learned to knit at her mother's knee and aspired to use her talents to create for herself and friends. -
Good Eats at Reclaimed: Southern charm, rustic appeal and deliciously tempting food and drink at this new North Center spot
The whole atmosphere is rustic, warm and inviting. It emulates what could only be described as Southern charm. -
The Big City Blog: Six Chicago music events I’m still looking forward to this summer
I’ve been a fan of Post Animal since the first time I saw them open for one of my other favorite Chicago bands, The Walters, at Lincoln Hall. -
First Look review: Griffin Theatre’s version of “Ragtime” is a seriously unserious story of race and class in turn-of-the-century America
Whether you like musicals or not, it would be impossible not to admit that the stage direction of Ragtime was something close to genius. -
Chicago’s Signature Dishes: Banana French toast and rigatoni alla carbonara at Andersonville’s Bar Roma
This is a unique Italian take on French toast, with bananas and marscopone (an Italian cream cheese) creating a splendidly sweet middle layer. -
The Big City Blog: Five summer rock festivals in Chicago that should definitely be on your radar
Riot Fest is a multi-day music festival and carnival that features bands on the punk spectrum with genres such as punk rock, emo, alternative rock, pop punk, ska and metalcore. -
Chicago Insider: Bob Klees on the big flavors at De Quay, Andersonville shopping and Chicago’s First Lady cruises
"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 beach day!"
