Novelty Golf and Games

Some friends and I discovered a little piece of vintage history right here in Chicagoland this week at Novelty Golf and Games. A far stretch from the more difficult miniature golf greens in Grant Park, Novelty Golf is full charm, character, and colorful cartoony “obstacles.” Not to mention two 18 hole courses that refused [...]

Heaven on Seven

Those of you who know Chicago are probably wondering why I’d write about Heaven on Seven here. It is a Chicago staple, after all. You’ve probably eaten there several times yourself. But, in my efforts to try new restaurants, sometimes I forget about the old favorites. I thought we could all [...]

LuLu’s

At the last minute recommendation of a friend, Jeremy and I decided to grab a quick dinner at LuLu’s last night, and we were certainly pleasantly surprised. Featuring “dim sum and then sum,” LuLu’s specializes in Japanese, Chinese, and Thai noodle and dumpling dishes (and reasonable prices, too).
The atmosphere at LuLu’s is low-key and [...]

Buddy Guy’s Legends

There are lots of blues clubs to choose from (this is Chicago afterall), but Buddy Guy’s Legends is a legend itself, so if you’re looking for a place to enjoy some great live blues music, Buddy Guy’s is the place to go.
Buddy Guy’s plays hosts to artists with various styles of blues music, from local [...]

Kane County Flea Market

One of my favorite things to do when the weather starts getting nice (nice, yet unpredictable) is to head to the Kane County Flea Market, where over a thousand vendors set up each month to sell their antique, vintage, and sometimes just plain interesting wares. what could be better than getting out of the [...]

The Redhead Piano Bar

Looking for an “it” gathering place downtown, with great live music, delicious drinks, and a LOT of people-watching? Then I have just the place for you! The Redhead Piano Bar is upscale and well-known, but at the same time unpretentious. First-timers should not be afraid!
The atmosphere at The Redhead Piano Bar is [...]

Icosium Kafe, Andersonville

Cuatro

Cuatro offers a lively mix of Latin American and Caribbean cuisine and style, in a cozy (but not small) restaurant in the South Loop.
The staff is friendly and eager to share their enthusiasm for the unique menu, and readily offer drink and food advice if you’re having trouble deciding.
What I loved: The Ceviche de [...]

Eppy’s Deli

Those of us who live in the neighborhood already know and love Eppys Deli for its delicious, homemade, no-frills food. For a great meal at a great deal, Eppy’s can’t be beat.
Eppy’s serves everything from salads to sandwiches to bagels, but is famous for its “temperature soup.” Thirty degrees outside? Your soup [...]

Fox and Obel

If you love to cook, you have to check out Fox and Obel. Just one turn around the store and you will have a million ideas for your next culinary masterpiece. If it’s your first visit to this world-class food market, be prepared to stay a while, and take some time to explore [...]