By Carly Boers, John Kessler, Jeff Ruby, Carrie Schedler, and Claire VoonPhotography by Jeff MariniIllustrations by Justine Wong
It’s the Year of the Indie: These fresh spots, all but one of which are independently owned, show off Chicago’s culinary scene at its charming, idiosyncratic best. Read more
Photography by Lucy HewettIllustrations by Jens Magnusson
Fill your tank and get a Metra pass. Here are the best places to eat, drink, bike, hike, shop, party, and explore, from the Wisconsin border to Indiana and beyond. Read more
By Jennon Bell Hoffmann, Carly Boers, Meghan Murphy-Gill, and Lauren WilliamsonPhotography by Ryan SegediIllustrations by Jean-Manuel Duvivier
This compendium of insider tips, expert-tested resources, and hard-earned wisdom reveals a delightful truth: Our city is one huge playground. Read more
The career-surging actress, who has earned acclaim thanks to some darkly heavy screen and stage roles, wants you to know she’s in a perfectly happy place. Read more
