65 Things to Do in Chicago in December By Jason Foumberg, John Hardberger, Britt Julious, Graham Meyer, Catey Sullivan, and Lauren Warnecke The best things to do in Chicago this month, selected by our critics Read more
Nutcracker, Rebooted: How an All-Star Team Reimagines a Holiday Classic By Nissa Rhee Nearly 10 years in the making, the Joffrey's new "Nutcracker" promises to be one of the most exciting productions of the year. Read more
The Best Gifts for Chicago Nerds and Art Lovers By Elly Fishman Great local finds for every kind of culture vulture Read more
Maude’s Tower Is Pure Joy for Seafood Lovers By Penny Pollack Indulge in three tiers of shellfish heaven. Read more
Four Great Winter Staycations By Nina Kokotas Hahn Fact: Hotels get creative to stay booked in the coldest months. Here are four of the season’s most inventive packages. Read more
Escape from the L with Brains, Not Brawn By Rod O’Connor Our writer gets trapped in Escape Artistry’s CTA-themed room with five dudes in the name of fun. Read more
Longtime Stage Scrooge Larry Yando Shares His Favorite Things By Jenny Berg The beloved drama teacher and actor reveals a few of his personal treasures, just ahead of his ninth stint at Goodman'sA Christmas Carol. Read more
An Expert's Guide to the Wonders of Seafood City By Carrie Schedler We go shopping with a Filipino chef at this Asian megamart. Read more
Uber-High-End Condos Return, Surpass Pre-Recession Levels of Opulence By Judith Crown Here's where you'll see golf simulation rooms, custom-carved marble fireplaces, and prices upwards of $1,000 per square foot. Read more
Reviews: Smyth's Fine Dining Shines, but Loyalist Lacks Luster By Jeff Ruby The ballsiest prix fixe menu in Chicago overshadows its less-ambitious sister restaurant. Read more
