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What to Eat in Detroit
Detroit isn’t high up on many “best cities for foodies” lists; it’s culinary delights are more often under the radar – and surprisingly affordable. Thanks to a very diverse population, Detroit is a great place to sample a vari
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Breweries and Brewpubs in Detroit
The craft beer movement is gaining steam in Detroit, but hasn’t quite taken off yet like it has in other major cities. At most bars, you’ll find little selection outside the majors – Budweiser, Miller, Coors – and their many subsidi
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What to Do in Detroit
Detroit doesn’t rank high on many tourists’ lists. The city isn’t traditionally thought of as a tourist town, and, truth be told, you don’t run into too many tourists in the city. But for anyone looking for a destination that offers
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Things to Do in Chicago in Winter
Chicago’s main tourist season takes place from May to October with significantly less visitors coming to the city during the cold winter months. The city’s location along the shores of Lake Michigan means it experiences “lake effect” weather; the co
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What to Do in Milwaukee
Milwaukee is another great Midwest weekend destination, offering lots to see and do for both kids and adults. The city was once a great center for industry in Wisconsin, and at one time it was home the number one beer producing city in the world (it was ho
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What to Do in St. Louis
St. Louis makes for an excellent Midwest weekend getaway. At just about an hour’s flight from Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, Indianapolis and Kansas City, it’s a short hop that won’t cost more than $150 or so, round trip, at most times of y
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Things to Do in Chicago in January
Chicago slows down a bit in January. The excitement of the holidays are over and most people are just trying to make it through the next month or so without contracting cabin fever from spending so much time indoors avoiding the cold. But that’s not
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Chicago in January
If you take into account overall monthly averages, January is the coldest month in Chicago. Temps range from 18-32°F, but often feel much colder thanks to the city’s notorious “wind chill factor” – the biting wind that can make it
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Free Museum Days in Chicago
Most of Chicago’s major museums offer at least a few free days every year. Some even offer free hours every week. Here’s a list of free days and times at some of Chicago’s best museums. (For a list of museums that are always free, click h
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Eat This: Longman & Eagle
Situated in an unassuming square grey building on the quiet corner of Kedzie and Schubert (just across from the Blue Line stop) in Logan Square, Longman & Eagle doesn’t look like much at first glance. Even upon walking in, I found myself wonderin
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Chicago in February
Winter is off-season in Chicago, and once you step outside in the city you’ll understand why. It’s cold, there’s just no denying it. Temps range from 24-38°F, but it can often feel much colder due to the dreaded “wind chill factor
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Chicago in March
By mid-March, Chicagoans are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel that is Chicago’s cold, dark, dreary winter. Temperatures range from 32°F to an almost-balmy 47°F towards the latter half of the month. Unfortunately, as the transition
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Eat This: Mon Ami Gabi
Mon Ami Gabi is one of the dozens of restaurants owned by the Lettuce Entertain You Group; there’s also an outpost in the Paris hotel in Las Vegas. But don’t let the fact that it’s a chain turn you off. Mon Ami Gabi is one of the best pla
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Chicago in April
April signifies the real start of spring in Chicago. Finally the bitter cold and winds (and random snow storms) of March give way to bright sunny days that increase as the month goes on. Spring is one of the best times to visit Chicago. There are still few
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Valentine's Day Deals in Chicago
There is no shortage of romantic restaurants in Chicago. From quiet bistros to lavish high-rise restaurants to dark dives, you can find a corner to canoodle with your Valentine on every side of the city. If you’re looking for a place to take that spe
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Things to Do in Chicago in February
February can be a pretty bleak month in Chicago. The holidays have long since passed, and it’s cold outside. Really cold. Though spring is a long way off still, luckily February in Chicago offers plenty of ways to warm up your spirits. Here are some
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Valentine's Day in Chicago
Made-up holiday or important testament of love, Valentine’s Day means different things to different people. If you’re single in Chicago, it can either be any old day or annoying reminder of your relationship status (in that case, simply head to
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Make Your Reservations Now for Chicago Restaurant Week
It’s that time of year again! No, not the time when you’re so sick of winter you can’t even remember what sunshine feels like. Well, maybe it is that time of year, but I’m talking about restaurant week! Once again, Chicago Restaura
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Chicago in May
Spring is one of the best times to visit Chicago. In May you’ll fine fewer crowds than during June, July and August, and flight and hotel prices are often lower. You’ll wait in shorter lines for major attractions like the Willis Tower but you
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Virgin America Begins Service to Chicago
For every Chicagoan who has been jealous of New Yorkers, now is the time to rejoice. Now, not only do we have better hot dogs and better pizza, we can also enjoy the same service and low prices on Virgin America that New Yorkers have been taking advantage
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