Chicago Dramatists does it again. The final offering of their 2011/2012 season is an amazing work by resident playwright Andrew Hinderaker. The plot can be summed up as such: John Chapman has big,... more
Chicago, ah Chicago. Birthplace of Cracker Jacks, Aunt Jemima Pancake mix, the zipper, the Ferris wheel, automatic dishwashers, and Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer, just to name a few. One other trend that... more
Have you ever overheard a conversation not meant for your ears and pretended you weren’t listening? Imagine being mistaken for a foreigner who speaks no English, yet you do speak English and you... more
Let’s face it; there are a plethora of Mexican restaurants in Chicago. But my favorite by far is Café El Tapatio. This family run business has been around for many years. The prices are great, their... more
As the blizzard of February 2010 fades into the past, and the winter of present seems to be eerily warm, another storm is brewing. Chicago Dramatists delivers a punch with a new play, Blizzard ’67... more
Less than two weeks. That’s all you have left to see this amazing show. I was invited to attend the opening night on December 20th. Run, run and get your tickets before this show sells out, and... more
Nacional 27, located in River North, has been around for nearly a decade now. They have established themselves as a staple in the nuevo latin cuisine category, complete with a decadent drink list,... more
The W Hotel on Lakeshore Drive has a restaurant all its own called WAVE. Boasting fabulous lakeside views and the stunning décor the W Hotels are known for, this place is well worth the visit. ... more
Flemings Steakhouse, around since the late 90s, has added a new offering to its already extensive menu. Introducing Small Plates, Fleming’s has realized that sometimes folks want a lot of flavor... more
New to the Chicago Loop is a decadent little café and French sweet shop not to be missed! While they have only been open for a couple of months in this location, they have been in Hinsdale since... more