Mary Jane Grandinetti

An upscale taste of Tuscany in Streeterville neighborhood

December 24, 2018 at 10:48 a.m.

Out to Lunch: Coco Pazzo Cafe 636 N. St. Clair St., Chicago 312-664-2777, cocopazzochicago.com Who eats: Businesspeople and chic shoppers Why eat: The little sister to River North's Coco Pazzo,...

Out to Lunch: Catch 35 is a great haul for business lunch

December 24, 2018 at 7:00 a.m.

Who eats: Business people Why eat: Excellent seafood in a warm, clubby atmosphere Ambience: The airy bar greets you on your way to a long, thin dining room, which is...

Waitstaff hopping at old-timey tavern

December 24, 2018 at 6:26 a.m.

Who eats: Everyone from young professionals to construction workers Why eat: A comfortable slice of Chicago just off Michigan Avenue. Ambience: Photos of old Chicago line the walls of the...

2013 auto show in Chicago: Can fuel economy be sexy?

August 18, 2019 at 4:49 p.m.

Before the 2013 Chicago Auto Show even opened to the public, a gallery of its must-see cars was among the top-read pages of chicagotribune.com, and searches for details were spiking...

2013 auto show in Chicago: Can fuel economy be sexy?

November 3, 2021 at 9:35 p.m.

Before the 2013 Chicago Auto Show even opened to the public, a gallery of its must-see cars was among the top-read pages of chicagotribune.com, and searches for details were spiking...

Nissan soups up Juke

December 24, 2018 at 6:04 a.m.

Nissan spells performance Nismo and used the Chicago show to bring out the latest member of its power team: 2014 Juke Nismo. The souped up crossover will be powered by...

2013 auto show in Chicago: Can fuel economy be sexy?

December 24, 2018 at 6:03 a.m.

Before the 2013 Chicago Auto Show even opened to the public, a gallery of its must-see cars was among the top-read pages of chicagotribune.com, and searches for details were spiking...

Out to Lunch: Sable Kitchen & Bar, 505 N. State St., Chicago

December 24, 2018 at 6:43 p.m.

Who eats: Business people, friends, shoppers, guests at the adjacent Hotel Palomar Why eat: Tasty food with a twist served in a bustling bistro Ambience: Sleek, modern and energetic with...

Out to Lunch: Bridge House Tavern, 321 N. Clark St., Chicago

December 24, 2018 at 11:09 p.m.

Who eats: Businesspeople, shoppers, tourists. Why eat: Tasty American food. Ambience: Head down the stairs at the northeast corner of the Clark Street bridge to find a modern tavern adorned...

Out to Lunch: Rockit Bar & Grill, 22 W. Hubbard St., Chicago

December 24, 2018 at 5:21 p.m.

Who eats: Mostly River North denizens and shoppers. Why eat: Tasty salads and sandwiches in generous portions. Ambience: Urban rustic — dark wood and accents, exposed brick and ceiling beams....

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