David Burke’s Primehouse at six years old is recognized as one of the best in the city. It’s known for several things but one of the most interesting thing about the steakhouse according to Chicago Magazine is that it has “an aging process so extreme it eclipses some military campaigns in length.” All of this […]

After sitting on the market for more than two years the Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed high-rise condo at 880 North Lake Drive has finally been sold. The huge 3,400 square foot, 26th floor penthouse was listed for $1.975 million and ultimately sold for $1.7 million. The condo’ s size comes from taking four […]

Whether you are looking to impress or just have fun on a first date in Chicago, I have the perfect place for you. From an art gallery to a comedy club, these five date spots will help guarantee a second. Well it’s a start; you still have to do your part.

C.D. Peacock is Chicago’s first and oldest luxury jewelry store; it actually opened the same year Chicago was incorporated as a city in 1837. They celebrated their 175th anniversary by expanding the business at Old Orchard Mall. They had a grand opening of their new Rolex salon, which is basically a store inside a store. […]

Uber is one of the best things to happen to Chicago commuters in a very long time. It’s basically an on-demand private driver for those who like to travel in style, even if it is for a short distance. This is the perfect car service for those who absolutely loathe the CTA and/or have had […]

Scott Schuman is a famed blogger and photographer that has just released a second book of curated images (his forst book sold over 100,000 copies) from his vast catalog. Just to give you an idea of how impressive his resume is I want to point out that he has been featured in GQ, Vogue Italia, […]

The Illinois chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will be holding their 33rd Annual JDRF Chance of A Lifetime Gala Saturday December 8, 2012 at the McCormick Place convention center. The goal of the JDRF is “to improve the lives of every person affected with Type 1 diabetes by accelerating progress on promising opportunities […]

Located in the heart of Chicago is the five star, five diamond luxury hotel The Peninsula (108 East Superior Street). This is an award-winning hotel straight out of Hong Kong. Established in 1928, this prestigious hotel is located in only nine cities in the world (three in the US). Luckily Chicago has one and it […]

As a native of Chicago, I love to showcase new and exciting menswear developments from the city. Shop owner Stephen Naparstek, formerly of Bonnie and Clyde’s, has opened a new high concept, very high-end retail store in the Gold Coast. With this store, Gallery Aesthete, he has decided to forgo womenswear and focus exclusively on […]