The Chicago Traveler

January 23rd, 2008

Ann Sather

Ah, family. There is a saying that goes… “Families are like fudge – mostly sweet with a few nuts.” We here at the Travel & Culture Channel are celebrating our nutty families this month. And while my own family may seem especially eccentric at times, I still love them nonetheless.
For several years, my paternal family […]

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January 2nd, 2008

Museum of Science and Industry

Most adults probably haven’t been to a museum since they were in junior high as part of a class field trip. And while the Museum of Science and Industry has plenty of kid-friendly interactive exhibits, grown-ups can find attractive features to visit as well.

The exterior alone is quite impressive, as the building dates back to […]

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September 4th, 2007

Pat’s Pizzeria & Ristorante

Barbecue chicken… prosciutto… cauliflower… all these foods are good enough on their own, but you’d never expect to find them on a pizza… right? Well, these and a long list of ingredients are available for the famous thin-crust pizza at Pat’s Pizzeria & Ristorante.
In a city known for its deep-dish, the crispy, paper-thin crust at […]

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