I love Maude’s because it has everything you want in a date-night restaurant. The ambiance is dark, cozy and romantic — and it’s located right in the heart of the West Loop.

With the countdown to Game of Thrones’ eighth and final season underway, Replay Lincoln Park will be honoring the favorite HBO series with an ambitious transformation

Normally, there are one or two actors who jump out to me, but I found it so hard to isolate a specific performance. It was like the force was just flowing through a group of Jedi masters.

By Trent Modglin Where you’ll find it: 2607 W. 17th St. Open Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday noon-9 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday noon-10 p.m. Lagunitas.com First impressions: Tucked away in the Pilsen neighborhood on Chicago’s southwest side, you quickly forget about the trek down once you step inside to the welcoming Willy Wonka-themed music and light show ...

With more than 100 craft beers, music, games and food, the Chicago Ale Fest is for beer lovers as well as anyone looking for a festive time indoors during the middle of winter.

Chicago Theatre Week, running Feb. 7-17, showcases the city’s dazzling arts scene and offers the opportunity to see more than 120 participating productions around the city — with tickets going for just $15 or $30

“Chicago Fashion Outlets can look intimidating from the outside, but it’s so convenient and offers such a variety — and at amazing prices. ... I can’t wait to go back when I have a full day to really explore.”

RM Champagne Salon is super sexy, located in the heart of the West Loop. I love both the romantic outside as well as the cozy inside. They have fun cocktails and a great menu for sharing.

Treat your taste buds like royalty, as the 12th annual culinary celebration that is Chicago Restaurant Week returns Jan. 25-Feb. 7.

The 15th Annual Chicago Travel & Adventure Show returns to Rosemont Jan. 12-13, featuring an impressive lineup of travel experts seminars, workshops, cultural performances and exclusive travel deals