Kate Stahl | February 15, 2011 8:02 amThe guys behind hot bar English are growing up, and their newest venue, Hubbard Inn (110 W. Hubbard St., 312-222-1331), proves it. The sophisticated Continental tavern opened fairly quietly in River North last week, but I'm guessing it will soon make a big noise in the local restaurant and bar scene.Read More
Kate Stahl | November 19, 2010 2:37 pmThe Magnificent Mile is a tourist magnet, but great hotels mean great hotel bars. As a local, I rarely take advantage of the awesome lounges that lie within some of the city's poshest hotels, an oversight that I recently decided to rectify. While I'm not usually a bar crawl type of girl, the people-watching (or should I say tourist-watching?), to-die-for cocktails, and super-hip decor at these three Mag Mile spots will keep me coming back for more.Read More
Rebecca Taras | May 19, 2011 8:00 amWe've been talking about great patios, rooftops, and new restaurants, but tonight it's the nightlife scene in the spotlight. Tzar Ultra Lounge (215 W. Ontario St., 312-255-8927) opens its doors to the public at 10 p.m.Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 11, 2011 7:56 amWhy reserve your socialite status for the weekends alone? Spring has officially arrived, so dig yourself out of Winter hibernation mode and check out one — or more — of these events happening around town.
Love the new Fox police drama The Chicago Code?Read More
Kate Stahl | March 3, 2011 8:02 amCerato Boutique is always a huge supporter of Chicago fashion, but tonight the Southport shop is joining forces with the Creative Lounge (1564 N. Damen Ave., third floor) for a sweet shopping event totally dedicated to Windy City clothing and accessory designers. Check out styles from Chicago's best, including Elise Bergman, Lara Miller, Kristin Hassan, Sophia Reyes, Anna Fong, and C/FAN.Read More
Rebecca Taras | November 4, 2011 9:00 amWill you meet the man of your dreams? Did you choose the right career? While some questions are better left up to the genie with the gold cap, the new astrology birthday packages at the Vertigo Sky Lounge at the Dana Hotel and Spa (2 W.Read More
Rebecca Taras | October 18, 2011 9:00 amI would never think of Lake Point Tower as a night-life desto — until last week, that is. On Thursday, Oct. 13, 120 Degrees Ultra Lounge (580 E.Read More
Rebecca Taras | May 5, 2011 10:16 amYou told us your favorite margaritas in the city, so we thought we'd return the favor by cluing you in on a few great parties where you can sport that sombrero and celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
Gather your amigos and head over to Mercadito (108 W. Kinzie St., 312-329-9555) for a family-style Cinco de Mayo feast (guac, tacos, salsas, sides, desserts) for $40 per person.Read More
Rebecca Taras | May 3, 2011 8:02 amWelcome back to the Pop 5. Each week, we'll ask you about your favorite spots in the city — to get great sushi, catch some live music, get a facial . .Read More
Kate Stahl | January 4, 2011 8:01 amJust because New Year's Eve is over doesn't mean the party has to stop. This week, enjoy some sketch comedy, discount shop at a designer shop, and laugh to some Leslie Nielsen classics.
Perchance Boutique (3512 N.Read More
Kate Stahl | February 15, 2011 8:02 am
The guys behind hot bar English are growing up, and their newest venue, Hubbard Inn (110 W. Hubbard St., 312-222-1331), proves it. The sophisticated Continental tavern opened fairly quietly in River North last week, but I'm guessing it will soon make a big noise in the local restaurant and bar scene.
Read More
Kate Stahl | November 19, 2010 2:37 pm
The Magnificent Mile is a tourist magnet, but great hotels mean great hotel bars. As a local, I rarely take advantage of the awesome lounges that lie within some of the city's poshest hotels, an oversight that I recently decided to rectify. While I'm not usually a bar crawl type of girl, the people-watching (or should I say tourist-watching?), to-die-for cocktails, and super-hip decor at these three Mag Mile spots will keep me coming back for more.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | May 19, 2011 8:00 am
We've been talking about great patios, rooftops, and new restaurants, but tonight it's the nightlife scene in the spotlight. Tzar Ultra Lounge (215 W. Ontario St., 312-255-8927) opens its doors to the public at 10 p.m.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 11, 2011 7:56 am
Why reserve your socialite status for the weekends alone? Spring has officially arrived, so dig yourself out of Winter hibernation mode and check out one — or more — of these events happening around town.
Love the new Fox police drama The Chicago Code?
Read More
Kate Stahl | March 3, 2011 8:02 am
Cerato Boutique is always a huge supporter of Chicago fashion, but tonight the Southport shop is joining forces with the Creative Lounge (1564 N. Damen Ave., third floor) for a sweet shopping event totally dedicated to Windy City clothing and accessory designers. Check out styles from Chicago's best, including Elise Bergman, Lara Miller, Kristin Hassan, Sophia Reyes, Anna Fong, and C/FAN.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | November 4, 2011 9:00 am
Will you meet the man of your dreams? Did you choose the right career? While some questions are better left up to the genie with the gold cap, the new astrology birthday packages at the Vertigo Sky Lounge at the Dana Hotel and Spa (2 W.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | October 18, 2011 9:00 am
I would never think of Lake Point Tower as a night-life desto — until last week, that is. On Thursday, Oct. 13, 120 Degrees Ultra Lounge (580 E.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | May 5, 2011 10:16 am
You told us your favorite margaritas in the city, so we thought we'd return the favor by cluing you in on a few great parties where you can sport that sombrero and celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
Gather your amigos and head over to Mercadito (108 W. Kinzie St., 312-329-9555) for a family-style Cinco de Mayo feast (guac, tacos, salsas, sides, desserts) for $40 per person.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | May 3, 2011 8:02 am
Welcome back to the Pop 5. Each week, we'll ask you about your favorite spots in the city — to get great sushi, catch some live music, get a facial . .
Read More
Kate Stahl | January 4, 2011 8:01 am
Just because New Year's Eve is over doesn't mean the party has to stop. This week, enjoy some sketch comedy, discount shop at a designer shop, and laugh to some Leslie Nielsen classics.
Perchance Boutique (3512 N.
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