How to be the best guest at the Thanksgiving table
Being a guest at someone else's Thanksgiving table means you don't have to reach inside a turkey to retrieve the giblets (unless you want to) or worry about deep-cleaning your...
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6 Chicago comedy shows to see this week
Step away from the Netflix marathon and find your way into one of these local theaters for a belly laugh this week. Your guide to Chicago's affordable and under-the-radar comedy...
Do your civic duty, then cash in on 18 freebies and deals
Listen up, Chicago. There are two very important things you must do on Tuesday. First, vote if you haven't already. Then, catch Election Day specials and watch parties around town....
26 Chicago restaurants receive Michelin stars for 2017
There's a lot happening in Chicago at the moment. Perhaps that's an understatement, because this week feels utterly otherworldly—and it's only Wednesday. Amid World Series madness and early-voter predictions comes...
Free Taco Bell for all (thanks, World Series)
I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that you've put in some time in front of the TV this week. A not-so-little sporting event known as the...
Stan’s Donuts launches the cutest food truck we’ve ever seen
What do you call a Stan's Donut food truck? A Stan's Van! Sorry, we had to. The good news is this isn't a lame attempt at a dad joke. Stan's...
The perfect Chicago picnic
For most of us, dining alfresco means locating the nearest patio or rooftop with good vibes and decent food. But in a city with sprawling green space and beaches for...
38 essential Chicago late-night eats, sorted by neighborhood
Last call doesn't mean your night has to come to a screeching halt. You know better than that, Chicago. Whether you're on the prowl for drunchies or looking for a...
7 awesome Chicago Ideas Week events with tickets still available
The big idea behind Chicago Ideas Week is accessibility. Every year, organizers pull together a curated experience of celebrity speakers, innovative discussions and interactive events for Chicagoans to enjoy—all offered...
7 new cookbooks and boozy guides fit for winter hibernation
Whether you're already building a holiday wish list or seeking out literary company for winter hibernation, the wonderful world of cookbooks won't disappoint. Here are the seven new reads we...