EAT. SHOP. PLAY. Discovering the Best in Chicago
BY MARIS CALLAHAN I have an unspoken pact with myself that if I happen to dine at the same restaurant twice (which happens less frequently than you might think considering exactly how much time I spend in restaurants), I have to order something … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN We finally have the perfect excuse for a post-work cocktail any day of the week. At The Florentine in the Loop, receive a free pizza with the purchase of any beer, wine or cocktail from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The traditional … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN Whether you’re single or double, Sofia, an independent boutique that makes us want to spend all our money in one afternoon, has created a unique way for customers to spend Valentine’s Day in style with two area … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN Though San Francisco, not Chicago, has been making headlines recently for its ordinance that bans public nudity, Chicago is a city that likes to get naked. First, we had David Barton Gym, with its slogan "look better … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN Yesterday Serious Eats Chicago wrote about a recent poll on Esquire's "Eat Like a Man" blog where readers crowned Lou Malnati's as the "Most Life-Changing Pizza" in America. They got it wrong. Though I've made no secret … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN Let's talk about fondue. I think fondue is overrated. I like the idea of essentially eating a bowl full of cheese for dinner, I really do. It's just that in reality, it's hard to find fondue that is worth the calories that are … [Read more...]
BY SARAH AMUNDSEN While I consider myself to be a health-conscious person, Italian food is one of my weaknesses. In high school, I played several sports and all of my coaches encouraged athletes to eat carbs for energy. Though I am not on the … [Read more...]
BY SARAH AMUNDSEN I have to admit, one of my favorite parts of living in Chicago is the availability of amazing pizza. Although I love deep-dish pizza, it is nice to change it up sometimes. Bar Toma is known for its cooking methods, as they bake … [Read more...]
BY SARAH AMUNDSEN Chicago may be the home of the deep-dish pizza, but when it comes to pizza I am always on the lookout for something different. Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company, a warm, family-friendly restaurant tucked away on the lower … [Read more...]
BY WHITNEY HEWITT If you've already read about Balena, you might think it seems a little crazy to dine at an upscale Italian restaurant and order a pizza. I'm here to tell you that make no mistake, if you can peel your eyes away from the … [Read more...]
