Kate Stahl | September 8, 2011 2:00 pmIn case you've been living under a rock for the past few months, Topshop/Topman opened on Michigan Avenue this morning — and predictably it didn't happen quietly. A full-out fashion show in the street, hoards of fans, and a line around the block of eager shoppers (shown after the break) were just part of the morning's festivities. But for a lucky few of us, the real opening celebration happened last night at Paris Club.Read More
Kate Stahl | July 22, 2011 8:30 amYes, it's miserable outside, but don't let the record-high temps get your spirits down. Throw on your coolest sundress, pull your hair into a topknot, and brave the heat for some awesome weekend events.
Today, the Gaztro-Wagon's Ride-A-Long series continues with chef Paul Vivrant of Vie.Read More
Rebecca Taras | July 11, 2011 8:38 amI was fortunate enough to have been in Paris for Bastille Day a few years ago, and I'll never forget the amaze military parade, ubiquitous picnics, and spectacular fireworks display. Instead of sulking in my wine that I'll be here on July 14 this year, I plan to hit up one (or more) of these Bastille Day celebrations around town — and you should, too.
Here's a tip: Paris Club (59 W.Read More
Rebecca Taras | May 11, 2011 8:01 amWe broke 80 degrees in Chicago yesterday, which means we're pretty much going to be outside until the last bistro chair is put away for the Winter. In celebration of the warmer temps, I've rounded up some of the best rooftops and patios in the city. Some are old; some are new.Read More
Kate Stahl | February 9, 2011 8:01 amYesterday, I told you about one of the best French dining experiences ever at Maude's Liquor Bar, but today, Maude's is getting a little competition with the opening of Paris Club (59 W. Hubbard St., 312-595-0800). From Hub 51 vets, brothers RJ and Jarrod Melman, and chef Jean Joho, Paris Club brings a new, casual, and younger approach to French dining in Chicago.Read More
Kate Stahl | January 20, 2011 8:00 amOn Friday, get two sneak peeks of much-anticipated restaurants — one for a high-profile politician and one for a celeb chef's new NYC spot.
On Friday, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the Melman brothers host a fundraiser for Rahm Emanuel, candidate for mayor of Chicago, at the soon-to-open Paris Club (59 W. Hubbard St., 312-595-0800).Read More
Kate Stahl | December 15, 2010 8:01 amThe Melman brothers (shown below in younger years) are definitely following in their illustrious father's restaurant empire-building footsteps. After opening the super popular Hub 51 in 2008, the Melmans are set to debut their second spot, Paris Club (59 W. Hubbard St.), in mid-January.Read More