Chicago Travel Blog

Looking for a free event this weekend, I have a great one for you! This rainy weather may not be getting you too excited, but heighten your senses with artisan cheeses, breads, and wines from around Chicago, Midwest, and the United States with the 1st Annual Pastoral Artisan Producer Festival! This...

Did you miss out on Chicago’s Restaurant Week? Well, you have two days left for Chicago’s Chef Week! Chef Week features prix-fixe three course lunch menus for $22 and three course dinner menus for $33 (you will have to pay for booze and gratuity separately).  This is a great way to taste...

Did you miss the crazy St. Patrick’s Day party this past Saturday in Chicago? Or, are you recovered and ready for more? Tomorrow is your last day to sport your Irish pride, or at least sport feel Irish!  Here are a few bar recommendations to make sure you get that pint of beer and pub atmosphere...

You are one lucky leprechaun if you get to spend St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago this year! The holiday is huge in Chicago because of the large Irish culture in the city, but everybody in Chicago will claim themselves Irish this weekend, and the celebration is definitely one for the books. The highlight...

Chicago is a world-class food and dining destination, and we are ready to celebrate it! The 4th annual Chicago Restaurant Week kicks off this Friday, Feb. 18th and runs through February 27th. Take this opportunity to try a spoonful of what Chicago has to offer at a reasonable price. There are are over...

Tired of the same old Valentines Day dinner – looking for something to spice it up this year? Or are you visiting the city for the day of love and are looking for something to do before or after dinner? Some of Chicago’s best professional dance companies are ready to share tales of love...

Are you somebody who likes to keep up with the coolest trends? You want to be in-the-know? Then get ready for the opening of Paris Club, a restaurant Chicago food-lovers and nightlife lovers have been buzzing about! This exposed brick, laid-back bistro plans to be the destination for romance, champagne,...

Chicago Marathon 2010 I know it seems crazy to think about running a marathon on Chicago’s lakefront, but its’ time to test yourself and see what you are made of. The 34th annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 9th, 2011, which gives you plenty of time...

It took all of 60 seconds for the Chicago Bears/Greenbay Packers NFC title game this Sunday to sell out when tickets went on sale yesterday! Chances are you did not score a ticket, and while some of you may be so determined to still haggle for a ticket, I bet the rest of you are looking to get down...

Are you still looking for a nice place to have the final meal of 2010? Whether you are looking for a great spot to enjoy with a group of friends or with somebody special, here are some great New Years Eve dinner suggestions to start off the celebration! Make your reservations quickly! One Stop Shop: Looking...