Tag: The Real Chicago
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Chicago Insider John Barbaro on rooftop bars, Prime and Provisions and pouring beer at Tapster
I had a delightful experience at Prime and Provisions. I am admittedly a steak kind of guy, so I was set up for success. But their sides and desserts were really fantastic. -
Up to the challenge: Chicago firefighter Corey Katsibubas accepted Windy City Strength & Conditioning’s Kickstart Challenge, and it changed his life
“I was used to the normal gym, where you put your headphones on so no one bothers you. ... You don’t want anybody in your zone. But here it’s like you’re all in the same zone." -
The Big City Blog: Advice on how to make the most of the Chicago Pride Fest and Pride Parade
We asked three locals who are longtime attendees of Chicago’s much-celebrated Pride Fest (June 16-17) and Pride Parade (June 24) for their advice on attending both Boystown weekends. -
Outdoor eats: Chicago food blogger Amanda Topper’s favorite alfresco dining spots in the city
Gene's rooftop beer and wine garden offers a backyard experience to enjoy a pint of German beer and a housemade brat grilled right in front of you. -
We Ask, They Answer: Q&A with Steve Dolinsky, ABC 7 News food reporter and co-host/producer of The Feed podcast, about his new pizza tours, book and Chicago’s restaurant scene
"For some reason, (Chicago is) in a taco-and-fried-chicken-sandwich rut right now, which I hope we get out of. But our talent level, at companies like the Boka Group, One Off Hospitality, HogSalt and Alinea Group, are incredible forces to be reckoned with." -
The Big City Blog: “Dirty Dancing — The Classic Story on Stage” returns to Chicago May 29-June 3
Exploding with heart-pounding music and “big, bold dance numbers that explode with excitement,” this worldwide smash is based on one of the most popular movies of the 1980s. -
The Big City Blog: North Coast Music Festival lineup, ROOF on TheWit’s Monday Movie Series, Shore Club expansion and more
With classic films like Pretty Woman and newer favorites like Black Panther beginning every Monday at 8:30 p.m., as well as complimentary popcorn and a stellar rooftop view, the Movie Monday series makes for a fun night out. -
The Big City Blog: Illinois Craft Beer Week is back — bigger and better than ever — May 18-25
Illinois Craft Beer Week is the highly anticipated celebration featuring various festivals and hundreds of events at breweries, bars and restaurants across the state from May 18-25. -
Nice pour: We’ve got a handful of legit spots to enjoy a whiskey cocktail in Chicago
A revival of the Prohibition-era Chicago supper club, as a five-time Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient, Untitled is serious about food. They may be even more serious about whiskey -
Local Corner: Exploring Chicago’s popular Six Corners intersection in Wicker Park
Tapster, located in the old Trencherman space, is a magical adult Disneyland. Beer, wine, cocktails, coffee, even kombucha — they have it all on tap!
