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USA : CHICAGO - November 2008
Go Shop
HIS STUFF
( 5314 N Clark St. Tel. 773-989-9111 )
www.hisstuffchicago.com As youd expect, this boutique caters to menprofessionals in their 30s and 40s, specificallyand features tailored jackets, stylish shirts and other staples for guys looking to upgrade their wardrobes.
( 5314 N Clark St. Tel. 773-989-9111 )
www.hisstuffchicago.com As youd expect, this boutique caters to menprofessionals in their 30s and 40s, specificallyand features tailored jackets, stylish shirts and other staples for guys looking to upgrade their wardrobes.
JUST GRAPES
( 560 W Washington Blvd, Ste 100. Tel. 312-627-9463 )
www.justgrapes.net The folks at this infinitely approachable West Loop wine shop dont mind if you linger during the Saturday wine tastings; check out everything from rare bottles of Bordeaux to affordable staff picks.
( 560 W Washington Blvd, Ste 100. Tel. 312-627-9463 )
www.justgrapes.net The folks at this infinitely approachable West Loop wine shop dont mind if you linger during the Saturday wine tastings; check out everything from rare bottles of Bordeaux to affordable staff picks.
PERMANENT RECORDS
( 1914 W Chicago Ave. Tel. 773-278-1744 )
www.permanentrecordschicago.com Vinyl still rules at this budget-friendly West Town record store, which stocks plenty of folk, reggae, psychedelic rock and other niche genres.
( 1914 W Chicago Ave. Tel. 773-278-1744 )
www.permanentrecordschicago.com Vinyl still rules at this budget-friendly West Town record store, which stocks plenty of folk, reggae, psychedelic rock and other niche genres.
RENEGADE HANDMADE
( 1924 W Division St. Tel. 773-227-2707 )
www.renegadehandmade.com The founders of Wicker Parks Renegade Craft Fair share funky finds like vintage jeans, cotton bonnets and cool hoodies, along with artist-created stuffed animals, stationery and jewelry, at this cool boutique.
( 1924 W Division St. Tel. 773-227-2707 )
www.renegadehandmade.com The founders of Wicker Parks Renegade Craft Fair share funky finds like vintage jeans, cotton bonnets and cool hoodies, along with artist-created stuffed animals, stationery and jewelry, at this cool boutique.
STINKY PANTS
( 844 W Armitage Ave. Tel. 773-281-4002 )
www.stinky-pants.com Offering clothes and accessories for the fashion-forward kids in your life, Stinky Pants is chock-full of fun stuff like bumble bee-themed rain boots, Chewbacca Tshirts, and lots of wooden puzzles and toys.
( 844 W Armitage Ave. Tel. 773-281-4002 )
www.stinky-pants.com Offering clothes and accessories for the fashion-forward kids in your life, Stinky Pants is chock-full of fun stuff like bumble bee-themed rain boots, Chewbacca Tshirts, and lots of wooden puzzles and toys.
Go See
BROOKFIELD ZOO
( 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield. Tel. 708-688-8000 )
www.brookfieldzoo.org This sprawling property west of downtown contains thousands of animals, including the lively gorillas and orangutans of Tropic World, one of the largest indoor zoo exhibits in the world.
( 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield. Tel. 708-688-8000 )
www.brookfieldzoo.org This sprawling property west of downtown contains thousands of animals, including the lively gorillas and orangutans of Tropic World, one of the largest indoor zoo exhibits in the world.
HYDE PARK ART CENTER
( 5020 S Cornell Ave. Tel. 773-324-5520 )
www.hydeparkart.org Visit the oldest alternative contemporary art venue in the city, located on the South Side near the University of Chicago campus, for thought-provoking video installations and works from emerging artists.
( 5020 S Cornell Ave. Tel. 773-324-5520 )
www.hydeparkart.org Visit the oldest alternative contemporary art venue in the city, located on the South Side near the University of Chicago campus, for thought-provoking video installations and works from emerging artists.
JANE ADDAMS HULL-HOUSE MUSEUM
( 800 S Halsted St. Tel. 312-413-5353 )
www.hullhousemuseum.org Humanitarian Jane Addams is given her due at this museum housed in the very place she opened in 1889 to serve the needya model settlement that singlehandedly revolutionized the field of social work.
( 800 S Halsted St. Tel. 312-413-5353 )
www.hullhousemuseum.org Humanitarian Jane Addams is given her due at this museum housed in the very place she opened in 1889 to serve the needya model settlement that singlehandedly revolutionized the field of social work.
THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO
( 111 S Michigan Ave. Tel. 312-443-3600 )
www.artic.edu Founded in 1879, this venerable institution holds a collection that spans more than 5,000 years. Its best known for its Impressionist and post-Impressionist paintings by Monet and Gauguin, but its collections of photography and ancient works are also pretty amazing.
( 111 S Michigan Ave. Tel. 312-443-3600 )
www.artic.edu Founded in 1879, this venerable institution holds a collection that spans more than 5,000 years. Its best known for its Impressionist and post-Impressionist paintings by Monet and Gauguin, but its collections of photography and ancient works are also pretty amazing.
THE MUSIC BOX THEATRE
( 3733 N Southport Ave. Tel. 773-871-6604 )
www.musicboxtheatre.com The Music Box is a haven for independent and foreign films, with a full slate of midnight screenings to boot. Fans of old Hollywood appreciate the old-timey atmosphere of this fully restored Italianinspired 1929 movie palace.
( 3733 N Southport Ave. Tel. 773-871-6604 )
www.musicboxtheatre.com The Music Box is a haven for independent and foreign films, with a full slate of midnight screenings to boot. Fans of old Hollywood appreciate the old-timey atmosphere of this fully restored Italianinspired 1929 movie palace.
THE SECOND CITY E.T.C.
( 1608 N Wells St. Tel. 312-337-3992 )
www.secondcity.com This smaller offshoot of the legendary comedy theater often produces a looser and more entertaining show than the mainstageat least thats what many critics are saying about the current revue, Campaign Supernova.
( 1608 N Wells St. Tel. 312-337-3992 )
www.secondcity.com This smaller offshoot of the legendary comedy theater often produces a looser and more entertaining show than the mainstageat least thats what many critics are saying about the current revue, Campaign Supernova.
Go Eat
ICREAM
( 1537 N Milwaukee Ave. Tel. 773-342-2834 )
www.icreamcafe.com This sweet shop lets you customize your ice cream or yogurt experiences: Just pick a dairy or fruit base, flavor extract and topping, and watch as a blast of liquid nitrogen brings it all to life. $
( 1537 N Milwaukee Ave. Tel. 773-342-2834 )
www.icreamcafe.com This sweet shop lets you customize your ice cream or yogurt experiences: Just pick a dairy or fruit base, flavor extract and topping, and watch as a blast of liquid nitrogen brings it all to life. $
L20
( 2300 N Lincoln Park W. Tel. 773-868-0002 )
www.l2orestaurant.com One of Chicagos most inventive new restaurants, this modern seafood destination skillfully blends French and Japanese flavors with dishes like the surf and turf pairing of lamb tartar and ebi purée. $$$$
( 2300 N Lincoln Park W. Tel. 773-868-0002 )
www.l2orestaurant.com One of Chicagos most inventive new restaurants, this modern seafood destination skillfully blends French and Japanese flavors with dishes like the surf and turf pairing of lamb tartar and ebi purée. $$$$
MANA
( 1742 W Division St. Tel. 773-342-1742 )
www.manafoodbar.com This new vegetarian eatery works well for a quick bite or a casual sit-down meal, with tapas and full-size pasta dishes, savory tarts, and brown-rice-and-mushroom sliders. Dont miss the smoothies and sake cocktails, either. $$
( 1742 W Division St. Tel. 773-342-1742 )
www.manafoodbar.com This new vegetarian eatery works well for a quick bite or a casual sit-down meal, with tapas and full-size pasta dishes, savory tarts, and brown-rice-and-mushroom sliders. Dont miss the smoothies and sake cocktails, either. $$
OLD TOWN BRASSERIE
( 1209 N Wells St. Tel. 312-943-3000 )
www.oldtownbrasserie.com Old Town Brasserie elevates its classic French cuisine to excellence through an exquisite attention to detail, best displayed in dishes like roasted duck with thymescented lentils, and salmon and artichoke terrines. $$$
( 1209 N Wells St. Tel. 312-943-3000 )
www.oldtownbrasserie.com Old Town Brasserie elevates its classic French cuisine to excellence through an exquisite attention to detail, best displayed in dishes like roasted duck with thymescented lentils, and salmon and artichoke terrines. $$$
SOL DE MEXICO
( 3018 N Cicero Ave. Tel. 773-282-4119 )
This festive, off-the-beaten path spot for authentic Mexican cuisine specializes in magnificent moles. Try the rich and flavorful Oaxacan mole negro that tops everything from the rack of lamb to the savory tamales. $$
( 3018 N Cicero Ave. Tel. 773-282-4119 )
This festive, off-the-beaten path spot for authentic Mexican cuisine specializes in magnificent moles. Try the rich and flavorful Oaxacan mole negro that tops everything from the rack of lamb to the savory tamales. $$
SPACCA NAPOLI
( 1769 W Sunnyside Ave. Tel. 773-878-2420 )
www.spaccanapolipizzeria.com This Neapolitan-style pizzeria ignited a thin-crust craze in deep-dish-crazy Chicago, so it has to be doing something right. Spacca Napolis customized oven cranks out great pies topped with ingredients like fennel sausage and prosciutto. $$
( 1769 W Sunnyside Ave. Tel. 773-878-2420 )
www.spaccanapolipizzeria.com This Neapolitan-style pizzeria ignited a thin-crust craze in deep-dish-crazy Chicago, so it has to be doing something right. Spacca Napolis customized oven cranks out great pies topped with ingredients like fennel sausage and prosciutto. $$
Go Party
BETTYS BLUE STAR LOUNGE
( 1600 W Grand Ave. Tel. 312-243-1699 )
www.bettysbluestarlounge.com Exposed brick walls and mood-enhancing neon blue lights make this lounge perfect for a romantic early-evening cocktail. Come midnight, the dance floor quickly fills up with enthusiastic fans of hip-hop and house music.
( 1600 W Grand Ave. Tel. 312-243-1699 )
www.bettysbluestarlounge.com Exposed brick walls and mood-enhancing neon blue lights make this lounge perfect for a romantic early-evening cocktail. Come midnight, the dance floor quickly fills up with enthusiastic fans of hip-hop and house music.
CANS BAR AND CANTEEN
( 1640 N Damen Ave. Tel. 773-227-2277 )
www.cansbar.com Hard-partying locals head here to chug cans of beer (more than three dozen offerings), play 80s video games (Pac- Man, anyone?) and unabashedly embrace their former college selves at this sweaty, proudly old-school palace.
( 1640 N Damen Ave. Tel. 773-227-2277 )
www.cansbar.com Hard-partying locals head here to chug cans of beer (more than three dozen offerings), play 80s video games (Pac- Man, anyone?) and unabashedly embrace their former college selves at this sweaty, proudly old-school palace.
NACIONAL 27
( 325 W Huron St. Tel. 312-664-2727 )
www.nacional27.net On weekends, this Latin restaurants Copa vibe and world-beat DJs get everyone out of their chairs and onto the dance floor. Resident mixologist Adam Seger crafts some of the best mojitos around.
( 325 W Huron St. Tel. 312-664-2727 )
www.nacional27.net On weekends, this Latin restaurants Copa vibe and world-beat DJs get everyone out of their chairs and onto the dance floor. Resident mixologist Adam Seger crafts some of the best mojitos around.
THE UNDERGROUND
( 56 W Illinois St. Tel. 312-664-7600 )
www.theundergroundchicago.com This subterranean, spy-themed VIP club comes complete with waitstaff donning fatigues and drinks with names like The Gentleman Spy. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, involves loud music and plenty of pretty people.
( 56 W Illinois St. Tel. 312-664-7600 )
www.theundergroundchicago.com This subterranean, spy-themed VIP club comes complete with waitstaff donning fatigues and drinks with names like The Gentleman Spy. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, involves loud music and plenty of pretty people.
TWISTED SPOKE
( 501 N Ogden Ave. Tel. 312-666-1500 )
www.twistedspoke.com This biker-themed bar on a gritty stretch of River West does attract real motorcyclists, but most come here for the satisfying grub, the extensive beer selection and the more than 100 whiskeys.
( 501 N Ogden Ave. Tel. 312-666-1500 )
www.twistedspoke.com This biker-themed bar on a gritty stretch of River West does attract real motorcyclists, but most come here for the satisfying grub, the extensive beer selection and the more than 100 whiskeys.
WEBSTERS WINE BAR
( 1480 W Webster Ave. Tel. 773-868-0608 )
www.websterwinebar.com A cozy library setting and warm fireplaces make this a comfortable choice for an evening of wine-sipping, gourmet snacking and laidback conversation. Select from the creative wine flights or dozens of by-theglass offerings.
( 1480 W Webster Ave. Tel. 773-868-0608 )
www.websterwinebar.com A cozy library setting and warm fireplaces make this a comfortable choice for an evening of wine-sipping, gourmet snacking and laidback conversation. Select from the creative wine flights or dozens of by-theglass offerings.
Go Day-Tripping
ERNEST HEMINGWAY BIRTHPLACE AND MUSEUM
( 12 miles west Chicago 339 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park. Tel. 708-848-2222 )
www.ehfop.org Get your fill of Papa Hemingway by visiting both the renovated Queen Anne home where he was born and the nearby museum featuring rare photos and artifacts like his childhood diary.
( 12 miles west Chicago 339 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park. Tel. 708-848-2222 )
www.ehfop.org Get your fill of Papa Hemingway by visiting both the renovated Queen Anne home where he was born and the nearby museum featuring rare photos and artifacts like his childhood diary.
MADISON, WI
( 145 miles northeast of Chicago. Tel. 608-263-2400 )
www.visitmadison.com Home to both the Capitol Building and university, Madisons charming downtown welcomes day-trippers with art galleries, museums and other cultural offerings, as well as the eminently strollable State Street pedestrian mall.
( 145 miles northeast of Chicago. Tel. 608-263-2400 )
www.visitmadison.com Home to both the Capitol Building and university, Madisons charming downtown welcomes day-trippers with art galleries, museums and other cultural offerings, as well as the eminently strollable State Street pedestrian mall.
Fun Fact!
Although Chicago is better known for blues, the term jazz was coined here in 1914.Compiled by ROD OCONNOR
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