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All That Fizzes
Nightlife Guides.
10/14/2009.
Why toast with the standard bubbly when you can knock flutes filled with champagne cocktails?
Haunted Haunts
Nightlife Guides.
10/03/2009.
Throw back a few shots of liquid courage before getting spooked at these haunted taps.
Fest Feasts For Less
08/25/2009.
Save some time (and cash) at these spots near Grant Park.
Sold on Sangria
Nightlife Guides.
07/28/2009.
The refreshing wine cocktail goes down easy at these spots.
Winning Wings
Dining Guides.
07/28/2009.
We make our picks for the best chicken wings in Chicago.
Survival of the Hippest
07/17/2009.
Going to a weekend-long music festival is hard work; follow our guide and you'll make it through to Monday.
All Bulked Up
Dining Guides.
07/16/2009.
Look to bulk foods for tasty eats that won't take a bite out of your wallet.
Public Art in the Park
05/09/2009.
Start at the northern end of Millennium Park and wander south to catch these al fresco exhibits.
Take the Cake
Dining Guides.
04/16/2009.
When you need to show Mom some love, you can't go wrong with an impressive cake from one of Chicago's best bakeries.
Degeneration of Swine
Dining Guides.
04/10/2009.
Ham will do just fine for a family gathering, but Chicago is rife with tasty pork alternatives.
Slainte! Beyond the Beer and Whiskey
Nightlife Guides.
03/11/2009.
You can sample some real Irish cocktails at Chicago's best pubs.
Where's the Corned Beef?
Dining Guides.
03/09/2009.
The salty brisket isn't just for St. Pat's. Enjoy fine plates of it year-round at these restaurants.
Erotic Eats
Dining Guides.
01/22/2009.
Chicago restaurants sling out libido-charging plates that'll help you get laid.
A Chicago Burlesque Primer
Theater Guides.
01/08/2009.
We steer you through all the feathers and fans of the barest of subcultures.
I Like Cold-Weather Beverages
Nightlife Guides.
01/05/2009.
Toast the wind chill with these winter brrrews.
Around-the-World Wines
Nightlife Guides.
11/16/2008.
Party-ready bottles from Chicago's best independent wine shops.
Fly Globally, Eat Locally
Dining Guides.
10/14/2008.
Traveling through O'Hare? Skip the golden arches and opt for these local eateries.
On Tap in Autumn
Nightlife Guides.
10/09/2008.
Forget mass-produced swill. We tell you where to find seasonal suds that channel the flavors of fall.
Rah Rah Riot
Music Happenings.
10/09/2008.
This year's Riot Fest will give everyone something to talk about.
A Little Bit Country
Music Happenings.
10/09/2008.
Give the Country Music Festival a chance to change your mind about America's favorite genre.
Drunk Again, Naturally
Nightlife Guides.
09/22/2008.
By drinking organic booze, you just might be able to avoid that nasty hangover.
Rock Around the Block
Music Happenings.
09/15/2008.
We've got everything you need to know about this weekend's Hideout Block Party, arranged alphabetically for your convenience.
Hall Call
Foodie Happenings.
08/28/2008.
Mexican-food pioneer Rick Bayless was inducted into the Chefs Hall of Fame, and we were there to capture the celebration.
Smoke 'Em If You Got 'Em
Dining Guides.
08/20/2008.
Chicago's no-smoking law doesn't apply to smoked food, thankfully. Here's where to get the good stuff.
Staying Afloat
08/19/2008.
The root beer float turns 115 this year; celebrate at these local spots.
Chi-Town Bayou
Dining Guides.
08/14/2008.
Make like you're in N'awlins for a day with our culinary itinerary.
Hot Wine in the Summertime
08/13/2008.
These bottles work best when the mercury rises.
The Chicago School
Lollapalooza.
07/28/2008.
This year's Lollapalooza is again a local affair.
From Amadou to Z
Lollapalooza.
07/28/2008.
Becoming a Lollapalooza expert is as simple as reading our alphabetical primer.
Beer Town, Summer in the City
Nightlife Guides.
07/21/2008.
What pairs better with a hot summer day than a cold brew?
Easy as ABC
Pitchfork Music Festival.
07/18/2008.
If you're heading to Pitchfork this weekend, bone up with our alphabetical primer on industry talking points, buzz bands and festival stats.
A Forkful of Food
Pitchfork Music Festival.
07/15/2008.
It'll take a nation of millions to hold you back from all the dining options available at Pitchfork.
Hope You Like Jammin', Too
Dining Guides.
07/14/2008.
Summer means fresh fruit, and fresh fruit means jam...here are some jarfuls of deliciousness to try.
Purveyors of Cool
Pitchfork Music Festival.
07/14/2008.
Pitchfork isn't just about the music onstage; there are posters, records and crafts, too.
Pitchfork's Grid Wars
Pitchfork Music Festival.
07/10/2008.
Got schedule anxiety? Leave the decision-making up to us.
Smothered, Uncovered
Dining Guides.
06/23/2008.
Forget the eggs for once and try an American classic for breakfast.
Lady Eats the Blues
Dining Guides.
06/08/2008.
Is it possible to find Maryland-style crab cakes in Chi-Town?
Fantastic Funghi
Dining Guides.
06/02/2008.
Shrooms are in season in Chicago; here's where to get your fix.
Fare That's Balanced
Dining Guides.
05/27/2008.
If you're trying out an alternative eating style, these restaurants should be on your list.
Eating for Your Inner Child
Dining Guides.
05/20/2008.
You can still be a kid at heart when you order one of these youthful favorites with a grownup flair.
Talkin' Taquerias
Dining Guides.
05/12/2008.
We haven't been to every taqueria in the city, but we've downed enough tacos to find a few favorites.
Ciders and Lambics and Meads (Oh My!)
Nightlife Guides.
05/12/2008.
These alternatives to beer pack sumptuous fruit flavor that will get you thinking about summer.
It's Morning in the Loop
Dining Guides.
04/29/2008.
When you need to refuel after pulling an all-nighter at Looptopia, head to these nearby spots for some breakfast grub.
The Art of Drinking Locally
Nightlife Guides.
04/22/2008.
Try these Midwest-made artisan spirits that won't wreak havoc on your carbon footprint.
Dinner and a Show
Dining Guides.
04/17/2008.
Hungry for more than just a meal? These restaurants offer food with a side of entertainment.
The Gifts of Garlic
Dining Guides.
04/14/2008.
Try these incredibly potent, garlic-laden plates.
Flavor-hunting on Argyle Street
Untrapping Tourism.
04/10/2008.
If the city's ethnic markets intimidate you, Rebecca Wheeler's tours will cure your curry fears.
Cheers to Good Health
Nightlife Guides.
03/31/2008.
These elixirs might not swear you off booze for good, but they'll replenish your body before the next bender.
Top of the Class
Love, Sex, Life.
03/28/2008.
Still paying off those student loans? These school-affiliated services will let you-and your date-live the high life on the cheap.
Hitting the Head
Nightlife Guides.
03/24/2008.
These well-appointed bathrooms are worth a look, even if you don't have to go.
The Savory Side of Chocolate
Dining Guides.
03/03/2008.
Give your sweet tooth a break and explore plates that pair cocoa with salty ingredients.
Magical Pastry Tour
Dining Guides.
02/25/2008.
We've scouted out the best pastries around, so you can nibble away the winter blues.
Stop the Presses. Raise the Glasses.
Nightlife Guides.
02/19/2008.
Great reporters throughout Chicago's history have raised hell then raised a pint.
Super Heroes
Dining Guides.
02/18/2008.
Try a great sub from one of Chicago's finest grinders.
Aw, Shucks
Dining Guides.
02/04/2008.
Whether you shoot them raw or take 'em in a dish, oysters are one mollusk you've got to dig in to.
Flights to Fancy
Nightlife Guides.
02/02/2008.
Tandem displays of fine libations let you sample a little of each.
Giving Love a Bad Name
01/31/2008.
These events will help romantic dissidents take back the 14th of February.
Tapping into Temperance
Nightlife Guides.
01/28/2008.
Former speakeasies that went legit provide a heck of a history lesson along with your drink.
Are You Being Served?
Nightlife Guides.
01/18/2008.
These bars welcome in the service industry folks when it's their turn to unwind.
Would you? Could you? In a bar?
Nightlife Guides.
01/02/2008.
If you're not ready to call it quits, head to these spots where you can skirt the smoking ban.
Me, Myself and Pie
Dining Guides.
12/24/2007.
For those who want to go at it alone, a handful of Chicago restaurants cater to the singular dining sect.
Steeped in Tradition
Dining Guides.
11/20/2007.
A quick lesson in loose leaf will have you trading in your java for a cup of tea.
Some Like 'em Hot
Nightlife Guides.
11/13/2007.
These bubbling hot cocktails will thaw you from the inside.
Something Skewered This Way Comes
Dining Guides.
10/30/2007.
If we've learned anything from state fairs, it's that everything tastes better on a stick.
Haute Cocktail Culture
Nightlife Guides.
10/22/2007.
Find out where to score the city's finest luxury libations.
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