Here's What to Do This Weekend

By Staff

The staff of Chicago magazine is seeing Shakespeare at Navy Pier, visiting the Skokie Lagoons, and stuffing our faces at the farmer's market. Read more

Five Questions for Adam Rapoport of Bon Appétit

The editor-in-chief hits Chicago this weekend to sign his grilling book. First, he shares the secrets of a marinade. Read more

Here Are the Best-Looking (and Most Bizarre) Airbnb Rentals in Chicago

By Kaitlyn Jakola

Airbnb rentals may be illegal in NYC, but the DIY-hotel site is still ok in Chicago. Here's a look at a few standout listings. Read more

The Benjamin Ferguson Mansion Is Filled with Wood and Beauty

By Dennis Rodkin

An impressive Second Empire-style mansion on Jackson Boulevard is up for sale. Read more

Nine Slightly Interesting Things Happened in Chicago Dining This Week

By Chicago dining staff

Two openings, a few closings, and an extra day of Trenchermen's brunch. But hey, Big Star's getting chocolate churros! Read more

Top 5 Things to Do This Week

On your agenda: A Rodgers and Hammerstein classic…a ’60s rock icon…a British crooner, plus the weekend plans of the SAIC fashion show’s co chair Roopa Weber Read more

Kabocha, Intelligentsia, Cocktails, and a Sunday Supper: What's New in Chicago Dining

By Trupti Rami

There are several exciting things happening in the city this week. This Shellfish Aquarium is only the beginning. Read more

Kabocha's Shin Thompson Puts Beautiful Food on Full Display

By Jeff Ruby

This exquisite 100-seat Japanese spot in the West Loop proves that "brasserie" doesn't always mean French. Read more

Independence on Oak Street Is the Place To Find Men's Boots in Chicago

By Seth Putnam

Born into the family shoe-repair trade, George Vlagos now runs Independence in the Gold Coast and Oak Street Bootmakers online. Read more

2013's Best New Restaurants

By Carly Boers, Penny Pollack, and Jeff Ruby with Joanne Trestrail

The past 12 months witnessed scores of Chicago-area restaurant openings—but these 18 rise above the pack. Read more

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