With uber-cool fashion, accessories & trinkets, the lower-level shop’s walls are decked out with Takashi Murakami prints, & shoppers can peruse trendy gear items such as shades, lighters & tees. En savoir plus .
The kitchen can customize almost any dish for those with food allergies & a variety of ultra-fresh salads are topped with handcrafted dressings. Stop in for a Panini stuffed with prosciutto & fig. En savoir plus .
A full bar stocked with craft brews is also available, while small plates and dinner options include a lamb burger & wild striped bass. Great for those looking for a scenic spot to wind down. En savoir plus .
Set to open tomorrow, the River North eatery cooks up organic eggs. . A 20-seat breakfast bar offers no-frills dining, and a reusable coffee mug program encourages environmentally friendly sipping. En savoir plus .
After soft opening yesterday, Studio Paris now offers a much roomier spot to wind down with a cocktail and some DJ-spun tunes. sleek lounge boasts a retractable glass roof and palm trees. En savoir plus .
The company sells art books at outlets such as Urban Outfitters & Saks Fifth Ave, but this outpost hopes to lure fans looking to pick up books about Dali, Calatrava and Dennis Hopper’s photographs En savoir plus .
Aiming to open next week, the Chicago Bagel Authority’s Lakeview branch is setting up shop next to one of the busiest L stops in town, offering on-the-go commuters specialty bagels En savoir plus .
Opening today, Chick-fil-A sets up its base on Chicago Avenue in Gold Coast, a mere stone’s throw from the Magnificent Mile, fine restaurants and even a Bentley dealership En savoir plus .
Tonight, after a legendary run, the northwest side disco formerly know as Jedynka transforms into Stereo, a sleek, gleaming club that features 10,000 feet of partying space - expect a friendly vibe En savoir plus .
A go-to shop for stylish cyclist-friendly thread. A custom sewing station helps shoppers add a personal touch to bags & the shop also plans to host live music every third Thursday of the month En savoir plus .
Opened earlier this week, Roots Handmade Pizza tosses its hat (and some dough) into a crowded field, hoping to lure crowds that hanker for its Quad City-style pizzas En savoir plus .
Stop in to nosh on a banana walnut bowl, buffalo chicken bowl or an Asian sesame salad (all boasting a low calorie count) while enjoying free wifi or watching ESPN. En savoir plus .
The name of the game here is kushiyaki, which boils down to a palatable selection of grilled meat, poultry, offal, vegetables & fish cooked on a 600-degree robata grill. En savoir plus .
features a solid selection of casual wear that’s simultaneously simple and stylish. Try on one of several vividly colored Nooka wristwatches, available in many futuristic, eye-catching designs. En savoir plus .
The small joint caters to locals looking to relax after a long day at work. Stop in for hearty eats, like steak sandwich with a side of veggies En savoir plus .
A celebration of international art and antiques, the 5th annual Artropolis takes over the Merchandise Mart this Friday and will offer attendees access to special programs and performances for 4 day. En savoir plus .
Tough-as-nails jeans, jackets and work boots ensure shoppers look good whether they’re throwing lumber into the back of their trucks or just hanging out a local pub. En savoir plus .
The season of prototypes, the season of experimentation -- don't you want to mix it up with a raspberry blood orange version? And a watermelon side salad? And some guava cheesecake? En savoir plus .
Working towards a May 1 grand opening, currently slinging scrumptiously steamed Vienna beef dogs in soft-opening mode. The no-nonsense menu also offers Italian beef sandwiches, chili & hand-cut fries. En savoir plus .
upple red velvet chairs and palm tree branches immediately catch the eye, and there's no air of highbrow stuffiness. En savoir plus .
Diners looking for good beer and rib-sticking, farm-to-table bites served inside rustic confines can get their fill at The Monkey's Paw. En savoir plus .
The bar offers game-day specials dedicated to the visiting team’s hometown. Those who haven't visited Skyline in ages can stop in for a bowl of Cincinnati chili before a catching a Reds game. En savoir plus .
Diners can still expect an excellent 100-seat outdoor patio & a world-fusion menu. The outdoor seating & inviting indoor bar lend themselves to boozy evenings,& Red Door has nice beer & wine lists. En savoir plus .
Pro tip: The deck offers great views of the downtown fireworks that go off all summer on Wednesday nights. En savoir plus .
They have tapas, and a decent amount of it, too. There's not too many places around town where you can pull up to the bar, grab a cold brew and order up more than 30 drinking-friendly small plates. En savoir plus .
A charcuterie menu helps start off the night with meat and cheese platters, as well as shrimp cocktails and steak tartar. For something more substantial, patrons can try out filet mignon. En savoir plus .
One of the biggest museums dedicated to the culture and history of the Africa-American. En savoir plus .
This 24.5-acre park features the work of world-renowned architects, planners, artists and designers. En savoir plus .
According to the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, Wrigley Field and Yankee Stadium tied for home of the best stadium hot dog in 2008. En savoir plus .
The Lincoln Park Zoo is free and open 365 days a year. http://bit.ly/alwaysfree En savoir plus .
U.S. Cellular Field opened on April 18, 1991, across the street from old White Sox Park / Comiskey Park, which was built in 1910. En savoir plus .
In a suspenseful scene, which was shot at Navy Pier for "The Dark Knight", the Joker (Heath Ledger) pits two ferries full of people - one loaded with citizens, one with prisoners, against each other. En savoir plus .
19 Statues: 14 Army, 2 Marines, 1 Navy, 1 Air Force. Each weighs~1,000 lbs. Reflected on the wall it creates the image of a total of 38 statues, symbolic of the 38th Parallel & 38 months of the war. En savoir plus .
Advance sale of tickets for the U.S. MNT’s match against 2010 FIFA World Cup Champion Spain on June 4 has set a new record for a U.S. Soccer event in Massachusetts & throughout New England. En savoir plus .
Patriots fans can check-in to their custom Indy Car that will be on display as part of the Super Bowl festivities in Indianapolis. Learn more about the 33 Super Cars. En savoir plus .