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  There’s a New Hot Chi Chicken in Avondale—It’s Launching with a Soft Opening

  Are you a fan of chicken sandwiches? How about one featuring a hot honey butter-glazed chicken thigh, spicy mayo,…
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  Meet Chicago’s Newest Restaurant: A Luxe Bar Up Front, a Hidden Chef’s Tasting Menu in the Back

  Chicago’s dining scene is expanding with Nic + Junior’s, an innovative new restaurant from James Beard Foundation Award Semifinalist Chef Junior Borges and celebrated…
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  This Chicago Brewery is Honoring Pope Leo XIV with a Special “Da Pope” Beer

  Pope-mania has officially taken Chicago by storm—and local businesses are cashing in with everything from pope-inspired Italian beef sandwiches…
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  The Oldest Bar in Chicago Dates Back Over a Century. It’s Still Serving This Quirky Drink

  Chicago’s oldest bar has quite an interesting story; it wasn’t always the oldest. Initially, that distinction belonged to…

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  Post Malone and Jelly Roll’s Concert at Wrigley Field Tonight: Everything You Need to Know

  Although Memorial Day weekend hasn’t officially started, we can’t help but feel excited as summer seems to be kicking off today with the beginning of the summer concert series at…
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  Hollywood Stars Crash Cubs Game With Surprise Filming At Wrigley Field

  If you attended the Cubs game on Saturday against the White Sox, you may have noticed numerous cameras sporadically placed in section 131. This is because two stars from…
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  Sueños is Back at Grant Park This Weekend—And You Can Still Grab Tickets!

  Chicago’s largest Latin music festival Sueños is back at Grant Park this Memorial Day Weekend, bringing two days of…
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  Chicago’s Largest-Ever Magic Venue is Opening on the Mag Mile Next Year

  Downtown Chicago is packed with theaters of every kind—well, almost. While drama and musical performances dominate the scene, one…

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  Memorial Day Weekend in Chicago: Where to Drink, Dine, and Kickoff Summer

  Memorial Day weekend is just a few weeks away and now is the time to plan your perfect kickoff to summer! Whether you want to sip cocktails by the lake,…
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  The Most Gorgeous Mother’s Day Brunches Everyone’s Trying to Book Right Now

  Celebrate the mother figure in your life this Mother’s Day by treating her to a special brunch in Chicago!…
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  These Are the Best Drive-In and Outdoor Movie Theatres Around Chicago

  As warm weather slowly but surely returns, so does one of Chicagoland’s favorite summer pastimes: catching a movie under the stars. From classic drive-ins to modern rooftop screenings, the Windy…
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  Celebrations For Cinco de Mayo You Need To Check Out

  Before we dive into the drinks, it’s important to remember that Cinco de Mayo commemorates Mexico’s victory against France in the 1862 Battle of Puebla. While the holiday’s significance has dwindled…

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  Chicago Saw Huge Tourism Growth in 2024, Welcoming Over 55 Million Visitors

  Chicago experienced major tourism growth in 2024, Choose Chicago revealed at its annual meeting last week. The Windy City welcomed an estimated 55.3 million visitors last year, according to a…
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  LIV Golf’s Star Players: Who To Watch At This Year’s Tournament At Bolingbrook Golf Club

  LIV Golf has brought big names and serious competition to cities around the…
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  The Best Michelin-Starred Restaurants In Chicago Right Now

  Chicago’s restaurant scene is one of admiration in the culinary world. It’s home to some of the best new…
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  No Wallet Needed! 5+ Totally Free Spring Break Activities in Chicago

  Chicago Public Schools are about to start…

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