Highline is More than an After-Work Hang By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Even on the weekends, this sleek River North bar draws laidback crowds thanks to its devotion to USC football and welcoming atmosphere. Read more
The Lively Water Whiskey Festival Was a Big Hit By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Hundreds of whiskey lovers packed the Field Museum Saturday night for the fest's inaugural year. Read more
Barn Dance Apocalypse Was A Rollicking Good Time at Thalia Hall By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Revelers two-stepped the night away at the dance party's tenth anniversary. Read more
Lula Cafe Dressed Up One Last Time for Halloween By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Streamers everywhere, pink-wigged bartenders, and some top-level costume game. We'll miss this October tradition dearly. Read more
Shay Is the Quintessential River North Nightclub By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Complete with thumping music, bottle service, and a huge, dark room, this is the newest see-and-be-seen spot for the beautiful set. Read more
Tippling Hall Has a Little Something for Everyone By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Pair a huge, stylish space with a novel-sized drink menu and you've got the Mercadito Hospitality group's latest success story. Read more
Beer Hoptacular Triumphantly Returns to the Aragon By Peter Ranvestel and Emmet Sullivan The fifth annual beer fest offered 200 brews from 60 breweries in its latest outing. Read more
Geek Bar’s Wicker Park Pop-Up Is a Wonderfully Nerdy Night Out By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Delicious drinks, an array of activity options, and a warm, welcoming crowd. It's the most fun game night you'll have. Read more
Bar Takito Is a Vibrant Party in the West Loop By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler Live music, bright colors, and flaming drinks. This is one fun place. Read more
Vice District's Taproom Is a Beer Lover's Haven in the South Loop By Carrie Schedler and Peter Ranvestel The team at this budding brewery hopes their new bar space will become a beloved neighborhood hang. Read more
