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I love ice cream. Which is probably obvious from these love handles of mine. But I love it even more when it’s free!
Ben & Jerry’s has been holding its promotional Free Cone Day for a few years now as a way of thanking their customers. This year, the ice cream gurus are celebrating their 30th […]
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The Italian Beef is a simple sandwich that is unique to Chicago, and there are several places in the city to find this great dish. Of course, just as is the case with pizza and hot dogs, Chicagoans can debate for hours on who has the best. I’ve tried to be as fair as possible […]
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As I’ve said before, I’m not usually one to write up chain restaurants or businesses. They seem to do well enough of their own advertising. But some places, like Buona Beef, are located only in the Chicago area and draw in plenty of locals and visitors.
Buona Beef is a hit with many Chicago suburbanites. Each […]
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Although you might not know it by looking at it, the Robert P. Parker House was designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright. It may lack the overall style that he is often associated with, but that’s because this is one of his “bootleg homes,” buildings he designed independently while still employed by Adler and […]
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When it comes to stuff, you’ve got it—plenty of it. And while those cute little purses may be fashionable, they don’t come close to carrying all your stuff. Maybe it’s time to get to know Jessica Miller-Webster, a Chicago native and creator of MABeL handbags.
Jessica took her hobby of creating big, bright bags and made […]
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What would Independence Day be without fireworks? “Celebrate the independence of your nation by blowing up a small part of it.” (The Simpsons, “Summer of 4 Ft. 2″) So where is there to go to see some bright lights and loud booms?
A grand display complete with great music can be found at the Taste of […]
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