Chicago

Spring is here and with the season comes the inevitable patio dining. Chef Gene Kato and his new restaurant, Sumi Robata Bar (702 North Wells), have announced their new outdoor patio. They actually call this multi-level alfresco space an outdoor zen patio, can’t for the zen. The restaurant, which opened in January of this year, […]

This week the Haute 100 got into a Spring mood, from enjoying last days on the slope to meeting up with old friends and more! Check out some of Haute Living’s favorite people in these sweet snaps from the week in social media.

Chicago legend, icon and beloved film critic Roger Ebert passed away yesterday (Thursday, April 4, 2013). One half of the classic “two thumbs up” duo “Siskel & Ebert,” Ebert had just announced on Tuesday that he would be slowing down on his review movies after revealing cancer has returned to his body, he had previously […]

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts and Christie’s have announced the 12th exhibition in their ongoing series of cultural events around the world. In the second exhibition by the duo in Chicago, they will be offering guests a first look at more than 20 highlights from Christie’s upcoming spring auction season. This is a definite treat […]

In a very secret and private affair, local fashion house Maison De LaCour in conjunction with Luxury Management had an intimate event that where they presented their MDLC’s Fall/Winter 2013 Collection with a short film included. This was truly a secret, if you weren’t invited, you had no idea it was happening, not even a […]

According to the calendar, Spring is here, but the actual weather is proving to be a bit stubborn. But the warm-up is sure to come and with that warm-up comes spring-cleaning and wedding season. And lucky for anyone who’s interested in either one of these activities, Bloomingdale’s Medinah Home Store (600 North Wabash) has a […]

I don’t know their secrets or their formula but for some reason every single Lettuce Entertain You restaurant (LEY) I have dined in has been great. Literally every one, and most of the time I don’t even realize until much later that it’s a LEY restaurant, so it’s not some mental thing. I’m genuinely impressed […]

Two of Haute Living Chicago’s recent features have come together for the April month of a culinary campaign titled “Tacos For Strength.” The campaign is led by Mercadito (108 West Kinzie) Chef Patricio Sandoval and features tacos from a different celebrated chef each month to benefit Share Our Strength. It’s a great organization who’s sole […]

People always say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, I wholeheartedly agree. The list of breakfast places below isn’t full a bunch of bland and fancy restaurants with a vague idea of breakfast. These are some of the best places I have ever been to get my morning meal, pancakes, eggs […]

If you are a bride or bridesmaid for an upcoming wedding, you understand the stresses of planning the nuptials. Besides the venue, food and etc, you have to think about the bride’s gown. While that may be the most singular important issue, you can’t forget the nightmare of trying to find the perfect bridesmaid dresses. […]

Consistency is key in any and every endeavor, especially in the culinary world, that’s why I’m happy to see Storefront Company (1941 West North Avenue) continue to churn out great events with their Discovery Dinner Series. Their next event is tomorrow (4/2) as Chef/Partner Bryan Moscatello welcomes Sommelier Ryan C. Gaudin of Wirtz Beverage for […]

To celebrate Ariel Community Academy’s completion of the Illinois Standards Achievement Test, last Friday the Chicago Bulls hosted a special assembly with more than 600 students from the school. The assembly was also to kick off their spring break. Must have been nice, not only were the kids about to be out of school for […]