Good collaborations are hard to find, you have to match two different aesthetics with basically one customer base. You have to satisfy your base, while still trying to bring in more consumers. It’s a very tricky game, especially when it comes to fashion. Trunk Club, which is the premier online men’s clothing service, has a […]

I’m probably going to always be a cheerleader for the 900 North Michigan Shops. It’s not enough that they have around 70 incredible stores, all in one building, but they constantly have events, sales or specials that absolutely blow you away. The latest one is the Decades pop up that started today and continues throughout […]

I’m a serious fan of the Cooking Channel and Food Network. What’s very prevalent on those channels are shows where dishes are put up against one another and a guest judge or one of the chefs decide the winner. If you’re anything like me and have always wanted to be the person to decide which […]

Luxury and sophistication can sometimes be misunderstood as boring and stiff. That’s why it’s always nice to have a luxury institution break out and do something fun or whimsical, which is exactly what Kimberly Junior is doing over at the J.W. Marriott Chicago (151 West Adams). To celebrate the first day of Spring, Pastry Chef […]

Giordano Dance Company has gracefully slid into its 50th season. That’s a half-century of thrilling audiences with American jazz dance. Originally founded by world-renowned dance master Gus Giordano, the company is now run by his daughter Nan. The dance company recently relocated downtown just blocks away from the Harris Theatre where Giordano Dance Company will […]

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is a powerhouse group of luxury hotels and amazing restaurants. I have already talked about the incredible Hotel Monaco and South Water Kitchen, now allow me to introduce you to the Hotel Allegro (171 West Randolph). It’s another Chicago Boutique-Style hotel with exceptional amenities and impressive service and hospitality. Near the […]

After the inaugural La Ultima Cena was such a success, you know Monika Dixon Public Relations and Genuine Entertainment have to give us Round 2. They will be teaming up for the second installment of La Ultima Cena on Saturday, March 23rd at 8:30PM. The exclusive event will be held once again at Allium Restaurant […]

  A Chicago bartender is set to take over the world. Sepia’s Head Bartender and native Australian Josh Pearson is about to hit the international mixology circuit to compete and apprentice. Pearson has built a reputation in Chicago over the last few years for his creative cocktails, even winning the 2012 Jean Banchet Award for […]

Chicago is known for its food, and not just hot dogs and deep-dish pizza. The city has some amazing four and five star restaurants that rank among the best in the world. This list was initially meant to be all five star restaurants, but some places transcend a star rating.