There is no denying that Chicago is an almost continuous expansion of concrete. While you may have the ability of venturing wherever you please, your furry companion is much more limited. Rather than just taking them to visit the patch of astroturf a couple blocks away, introduce them to a different side of Chicago' a…
There was once a time when people went to coffee shops either alone to decompress or to meet up with friends to converse over caffeine' think Central Perk coffee shop from the show friends. Now people tend to visit coffee shops to sit on their computers, tablets or phones' whether to work, study or just…
It's not required'to drive hours to lakes around the state when you can go fishing in Chicago. While it may not be the same as escaping from the hustle and bustle of the city into some place a little more quiet and serene, it'll definitely help to satisfy your need for tight lines' especially if…
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo in Chicago typically brings thoughts of satisfying tacos and gulping down margaritas, which is a great start. In addition to the traditional'celebration dishes that many of us are accustom to, you can also indulge in American cuisine that has a Mexican twist to it' or you can go all out and…
There is just something about dining at the food trucks in Chicago that makes this sidewalk dining experience so enjoyable. Maybe it's a sense of rebellion against sit-down restaurants, maybe it's quality fast-food service, maybe it's taking advantage of the phenomenal weather' or a combination of the three. Either way, Chicago food trucks provide an…
A sure sign of spring arriving and summer rapidly approaching is the kickoff of Farmers Markets in Chicago. Many people look forward to the opening of the market in Daley Plaza, which happens to be the'oldest farmers market in Chicago. It kicks off on May 12 and is the official start of the City of…
There seems to be more and more bars catching onto the notion that sometimes it's nice to do more at a bar than just drink. Below, we have listed a number of bars with outdoor games in Chicago. Pretty much all of these options are only available spring through fall' but one does offer curling…
