Posts by Lauren Monitz

Coming Soon to a City Near You: The Trump River Walk

On April 1, the female heroine of the Trump empire, Ivanka unveiled the first section of the last phase of it’s Chicago development project: the River Walk, which in the coming months, will house 90,000 square feet of high-end fashion, beauty, specialty and dining outlets in a gorgeous, airy public space.

Top Chef meets Project Runway Plus Philanthropy

Your Pick for May’s Philanthropy Event of the Month: Fashion Plates 2010, a gala fundraiser for culinary school scholarships and Les Dames’ “Green Table” initiative with the McCormick Boys & Girls Club.

You’re Invited to the House of Walker, A Private Tasting of Johnnie Walker Signature Scotches

Join the world’s greatest whiskey house for an exclusive night out with a hand-picked group of discerning drinkers like yourself. Invited guests are personally led by Master of Whiskey, Stephen Wilson, through a private tasting of select Johnnie Walker™ Scotch whiskeys.

Rio de Chicago

Looking for a cultural fix? Al Primo Canto Galeteria combines Argentinian and Italian cuisine in a family style, all you can eat feast. Because everyone’s family when there’s plentiful amounts of food around.

Dinner and a movie? How ‘bout wine and a show?

With the warm weather finally upon us, that can only mean it’s time to get your tickets to one of Chicago’s best summer venues.

The Devil Made Me Do It: Killer Fajitas and Margaritas

Dos Diablos is yet another new addition to the already poppin’ and rockin’ Hubbard Street, bringing a little flair from South of the border. Aiming to be your new lair for frozen margaritas and sizzling fajitas, they appear to have their fiesta in full gear.

He Wears it Well: The Haute 5 Men’s Boutiques in Chicago

You know what they say, the clothes makes the man. And where a man shops and what his clothes say about him all add to his mysterious allure. So here’s your cheat sheet boys, drop some dough at this haute spots and make the women fawn over you.

Toast of the Town

Foodies rejoice- this is your quick pick for not to miss events of the year. “Toast of the Town” at the Field Museum features 500 world-class wines paired with gourmet dishes from over 25 of Chicago’s finest restaurants.

History Lessons: The Haute 5 Historical Landmarks in Chicago

In order to be considered a historical landmark, a building must represent an architectural, cultural, economic, historic or social movement contributing to the heritage of a city. With 309 current buildings, structures, areas and places earning that distinction in Chicago, selecting only 5 to highlight was nearly impossible. These are some of the richest and most iconic sites that no tourist or local should miss.

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